A wonderful place located in the heart of the paradise island of Ometepe. At Hotel Playa Santa Martha you can enjoy delicious dishes, scenic beauty,culture,comfort; as well as the hospitality of our people. Our hotel directly to the Lake of Nicaragua has a total of seven independent cabins and a family restaurant overlooking the lake and the Maderas volcano. From the beach it has a wonderful direct view of the Concepción volcano. The space Our cabanas are simple and are equipped with the essentials. In front of each cabin there are seating areas or hammocks where to relax with a Toña (typical Nicaraguan beer) or a homemade lemonade, for example. One of the cabanas even offers direct views of the lake, both from the terrace and from the bed. The other cabanas offer a view of the Concepcion volcano. All the cabins are a few meters from the lake and you can hear the sound of the waves and birds. In the mornings, you won't even need an alarm clock as our rooster will probably wake you up. Every morning we serve a breakfast included at the restaurant. You can choose between a typical Nicaraguan breakfast or an American breakfast option. Of course, we are also happy to serve them with various dishes (a la carte) during the day. At night, the bar is also open until 9 or 10 pm (depending on the frequency) so you can enjoy your vacations with the sound of waves and Latin American music. Other things to note If you're looking to experience authentic Nicaragua, this is the space for you. A paradise surrounded by nature and still very authentic. Here you can see the nicas bathing, the fishermen, the horses and the cows drinking on it. However, the internet connection is very good. Our special service for our beloved guests: One night means a 24-hour stay with us. This means that if you register at 3 pm, for example, you can leave the hotel until 3 pm on the day of your departure. We offer this service at any time as long as we are not complete. As an additional service, we are also happy to arrange transportation by 150 Cordobas (4 dollars) to pick you up from the San Jose ferry terminal. Please contact us before you arrive. We also help them in the services of rental motorcycles, taxis, guides, excursions etc. By the way, the bus stop in San Jose is only 300 meters away. So if you arrive by ferry to Moyogalpa and prefer to use public transportation, you can easily take the bus from there to us. Ferry and bus schedules are located in ometepenicaraguacom Really appreciate the environment. We are an eco-efficient company, for example approx. 75% of our energy is removable and our lens is 100% solar, we do not use plastic cutlery.

## Overview

Hotel Playa Santa Martha is a charming retreat situated in the heart of Ometepe Island, often called a paradise island. Guests can enjoy delicious local cuisine, stunning natural scenery, rich culture, and comfortable accommodations, all complemented by warm Nicaraguan hospitality.

The hotel is located directly on the shores of Lake Nicaragua and features seven independent cabins along with a family restaurant that offers views of the lake and the Maderas volcano. From the beach, guests can admire a beautiful direct view of the Concepción volcano.

## The Space

The cabins are simple yet equipped with all the essentials for a comfortable stay. Each cabin has an outdoor seating area or hammocks where guests can relax with a Toña, a traditional Nicaraguan beer, or a refreshing homemade lemonade.

- One cabin provides direct lake views from both the terrace and the bed.
- The other cabins offer picturesque views of the Concepción volcano.
- All cabins are just a few meters from the lake, allowing guests to enjoy the soothing sounds of waves and birds.
- Mornings are naturally awakened by the crowing of roosters.

Breakfast is included every morning and served at the restaurant. Guests can choose between a traditional Nicaraguan breakfast or an American-style option. Throughout the day, a variety of à la carte dishes are available.

In the evenings, the bar remains open until 9 or 10 pm (depending on demand), providing a relaxing atmosphere with the sound of the waves and Latin American music.

## Location and Surroundings

This location offers an authentic Nicaraguan experience surrounded by nature. Visitors can observe locals bathing, fishermen at work, and horses and cows drinking from the lake.

The bus stop in San Jose is only 300 meters from the ferry terminal, making public transportation convenient for those arriving by ferry to Moyogalpa. Ferry and bus schedules can be found at ometepenicaragua.com.

## Additional Services

- One night’s stay grants a 24-hour period. For example, if you check in at 3 pm, you may check out by 3 pm on your departure day.
- Late check-out is available whenever the hotel is not fully booked.
- Transportation from the San Jose ferry terminal can be arranged for 150 Cordobas (approximately 4 USD). Please contact the hotel in advance.
- Assistance is available for motorcycle rentals, taxis, guides, and excursions.

## Amenities and Eco-Friendly Practices

- Reliable internet connection throughout the property.
- The hotel operates as an eco-efficient business, with approximately 75% of its energy coming from renewable sources.
- The property is powered 100% by solar energy.
- Plastic cutlery is not used, reflecting the hotel’s commitment to environmental sustainability.

At Hotel Playa Santa Martha you can enjoy delicious dishes, scenic beauty...

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HOSTAL PLAYA SANTA MARTHA - Bed and breakfasts for Rent in San José del Sur, Rivas, Nicaragua

Great spot if you have reasonable expectations. The room was cute, clean and as expected from the pictures. Our room was right on the beach looking at the lake. Stunning location and view. Fair warning: if you don’t like bugs and a few ants here and there this might not be for you but for a small cabin on a lake shore we were expecting this and not disappointed by it. Still gave 5/5 stars. The staff were very friendly and the included breakfast was delicious.

We absolutely loved this place - extremely peaceful, and it was just beautiful to sit on the veranda and watch the lake, birds, and occasional horses & cattle wonder along the shore. The owner, his wife and his son were all really friendly & helpful as well. Very highly recommended.

Parfait ! Des hôtes incroyablement adorables !!

fue genial chicos tenerlos acá ,suerte en su viaje.

Don't come here if you don't want to be fooled! The rooms are rustic, expect bugs in the rooms and in the bed. Still, it's okay and nice views, just be prepared for it. Unfortunately, what really brings down the whole experience is their sense of service.. Breakfast is not included at all and you will be charged before you leave. They also do not provide any information about it when they tell you the day's choice of breakfast and ask what you want to drink... it will be an unexpected surprise and an unpleasant one. There are many other places on the island that do not give a bitter aftertaste.

Åk inte hit om ni inte vill bli lurade! Rummen är rustika, förvänta er kryp på rummen och i sängen. Ändå helt okej och fin utsikt, var bara beredda på det. Det som drar ner hela upplevelsen rejält är tyvärr deras servicekänsla.. Frukost ingår inte alls och ni blir debiterade innan ni lämnar. Dom lämnar heller ingen info om det när dom berättar dagens val av frukost och frågar vad ni vill ha till att dricka.. det blir en oväntad överraskning och en otrevlig sån. Finns många andra ställen på ön som inte ger bitter eftersmak.

Es una pena que mientas públicamente sin importar el daño que puedas causar a un negocio, llevamos un poco más de tres años de estar en Airbnb y eres la única persona que dice que sus desayunos no fueron servidos . Se les dieron 6 desayunos de los cuales sólo 1 pagastes porque no era el desayuno del día ,se te informo que el desayuno se acompañaba con te o con café tú decidiste ordenar otra cosa (limonada) no está incluida tiene un costo y eso si se cobró. Disculpa por los insectos no sé si te distes cuenta que estabas en una isla muy rural.

honestly this stay has been one of my best so far. the staff is very friendly and kind and very helpful . Not to mention there are family. They have an onsite resteraunt that serves amazing food and many different options as well. They helped us with arranging rides all over ometepe and even got us a ride from ometepe to San Juan del Sur. it's right on the lake and has an amazing view of the volcanoes. The people in the area are super friendly and kind and very welcoming . If you want peace , serenity  and a family atmosphere with amazing local people. This is the place for you!!  It's right in the center , everything is very accessible from this location.

Great spot, couldn’t get closer to the waters edge. The little casita was all we needed and sleeping to the sound of the water was lovely. Very friendly and helpful crew. Would have happily stayed on longer.

The rooms and food are very simple but the staff is incredibly nice!

Die Zimmer und das Essen sind sehr einfach aber das Personal ist unfassbar nett!

Right on the lake you could hear the waves rushing. We received tips and our requests were responded to quickly. We would book the place again.

Direkt am See hörte man die Wellen rauschen. Wir erhielten Tipps und auf unsere Wünsche wurde schnell reagiert. Wir würden die Unterkunft wieder buchen.

Great stay, the hosts were nice and available. They even made me sandwiches in the evening in preparation for my climb to the volcano the very early next day!

Super séjour, les hôtes étaient agréables et disponibles. Ils m'ont même préparé des sandwich en soirée en prévision de mon ascension du volcan le lendemain très tôt !

The hotel is near the port of San Juan, so very easy to access. The hosts are friendly and willing to help. They can assist us with motorbike rentals. The accommodation was simple but clean and as advertised. The proximity of the lake and the horses on the doorstep are a plus! Lunch is included, dinner on site is available. Food is good. Thank you!

L’hôtel est près du port de San Juan, donc très facile d’accès. Les hôtes sont sympathiques et prêts à aider. Ils peuvent nous accompagner dans la location de motos. Le logement était simple mais propre et conforme à l’annonce. La proximité du lac et les chevaux sur le pas de la porte sont des coups de cœur ! Le déjeuner est inclus, possibilité de souper sur place. La nourriture est bonne. Merci !

We had a great stay here and would recommend the location and accommodation if you’re happy with a peaceful, rural environment on a fantastic island. We walked to the nearby park, hired a taxi to do a tour of the island with the help of the family and found the nearby Morgan’s restaurant did super food. Highlights were watching the cows and horses come down to drink and swim in the lake, the helpful hosts and the perfect simple setting.

A great little spot, the weather wasn’t ideal when we were there. But the staff was helpful as we had some issues with water pressure in the rooms.

We enjoyed it very much. The location was very nice with a direct view of the lake. People were all friendly. The rooms were very simple, but with everything you need.

Es hat uns sehr gut gefallen. Die Lage war sehr schön mit einem direkten Blick auf den See. Die Leute waren alle freundlich. Die Zimmer waren sehr einfach gestaltet, aber mit allem was man benötigt.

this room has the most beautiful view I had in all Nicaragua this magical view send asleep to the sound of the waves

cette chambre a la plus belle vue que jai eu de tout le nicaragua ce vue magique sendormir au son des vague

Very lovely place with lakeview to relax and chill. There is food offered in the restaurant, which is very tasty and the breakfast is included. The staff is super nice and welcoming. I really enjoyed my stay there

Beautiful location and great stay ! Nice staff.

Mooie locatie en prima verblijf ! Aardig personeel.

Cheerful stay. The owners are very friendly and always ready to help. Good communication. The room is "rustic" with minimal comfort.

Agréable séjour. Les propriétaires sont très sympathiques et toujours prêt à rendre service. Bonne communication. La chambre est "rustique" avec un confort minimal.

The hosts are extremely kind, the site is very beautiful. The room is rather old-fashioned and the bedding is not extraordinary. There may be music in the distance but quite loud in the evening. You really have to have a means of transport (scooter, car, ATV) because there is nothing nearby and the island is large.

Les hôtes sont extrêmement gentils, le site est très beau. La chambre est plutôt vieillotte et la literie n’est pas extraordinaire. Il peut y avoir de la musique au loin mais assez forte le soir. Il faut vraiment avoir un moyen de transport (scooter, auto, quad) car il n’y a rien à proximité et l’île est grande.

Hotel Playa was such a perfect place to stay in Ometepe! The staff were all so helpful and friendly. We ADORED the private beach access and the open-air reception and restaurant area. The views were breathtaking, and the food was amazing! Especially given the fair prices, the value of our stay was unbeatable. We would absolutely stay here again!

This is a magical place! So much tranquility and such incredible offerings- the casitas, the food, the coffee, the beach, and THE STAFF!! I cannot imagine a better place to stay on the island. Right in the beach, watch the boats go by, and easy access to all activity. Must book!!

Hostal Playa Santa Martha is everything you hope for when you come to Isla Ometepe. Set by a secluded beach with wild mango trees growing all over the place, its the perfect spot to kick back and relax for how ever long you like. The experience is enhanced from great to fantastic by the incredibly nice family who hosts the place and, if you like that, cooks dinner for you. Do not hesitate to ask anything and they will try to make it possible. Santa Martha is probably the best accommodation you can find on ometepe, I would definitely come back. Thank you for letting us stay many days in your little slice of paradise.

The advertised kitchen was referred to on site as a restaurant kitchen, which is not available to guests. Upon request, the host was willing to allow us to use it for an extra charge, but had such unclean and broken amenities that we voluntarily waived. The misrepresentation in the listing was only referred to as a misunderstanding, but this is not how the value for money is right for us and the discussion about it was finally completed by AirBnB. The listing has also set more expectations with us for the rest of the amenities than were met, we do not want to recommend this place. Grit and Jörg

Die avisierte Küche wurde vor Ort als Restaurant-Küche bezeichnet, die Gästen nicht zur Verfügung steht. Auf Anfrage war der Gastgeber bereit, uns die Nutzung gegen Aufpreis zu erlauben, hatte aber eine so unsaubere und kaputte Ausstattung, dass wir freiwillig verzichteten. Die falsche Angabe im Inserat wurde lediglich als Missverständnis bezeichnet, aber so stimmt für uns das Preis-Leistungsverhältnis nicht und die Diskussion darüber hat schließlich AirBnB geschlichtet. Auch für den Rest der Ausstattung hat das Inserat mehr Erwartungen bei uns geweckt, als erfüllt wurden, wir wollen diese Unterkunft nicht weiter empfehlen. Grit und Jörg

Liebe Grit, wir haben gerade deine Nachricht gelesen und uns tut es wirklich leid, dass ihr bei uns nicht zufrieden wart. Wir sind relativ neu bei Airbnb und booking und versuchen uns Stück für Stück den Bedürfnissen unserer ausländischen Gäste anzupassen. Das Missverständnis mit der Küche ist durch einen Übersetzungsfehler passiert, den wir nun behoben haben. Wir nehmen uns deine Kritik zu Herzen und bitten um Verständnis, dass unsere Ausstattung in der Küche noch nicht den Ansprüchen einer europäischen Küche entsprechen. Wir arbeiten daran uns kontinuierlich zu verbessern. Mit freundlichen Grüßen Odel und Diana