Denise
Reviews
Superhost486 total reviews · 11 listings
86% rated 5★
486 reviews
4.78
2016–2026
Cleanliness 4.9
Accuracy 4.8
Communication 4.8
Location 4.7
Check-in 4.8
Value 4.8
486 reviews
Joachim
Excellent, 3 weeks ago
The house was beautiful ! And the host really nice to us
Víctor
Repeat guest
Excellent, 4 weeks ago
Excellent ocean view. The house is very comfortable and close to town.
Carlos Jose
Excellent, 4 weeks ago
Reliable and very clean
Francisco
Excellent, 4 weeks ago
Honestly really beautiful place place in a very combined location close to a lot of places. Good maps needs to update for more accurate location but the staff helped in every way possible made it easy the whole way until check out
Genesis
Excellent, 4 weeks ago
The house is spectacular. We loved it. Just keep in mind that you will probably have to pay extra for electricity, but they had already indicated that to us. We will return 🤍
Ulises
Excellent, 1 month ago
Excellent place with a beautiful ocean view. Excellent staff, very friendly and kind.
Claudia
Excellent, 1 month ago
We spent two nights in this house with the family. It has 4 bedrooms and is perfect for 10 people. We were very comfortable. The views are beautiful and the pool invites you to enjoy a good swim. The area is on a hill, so a 4x4 vehicle is required to get there. We were pleased with the stay!
Ayton
Excellent, 1 month ago
It's an excellent house, with a beautiful view. An extremely beautiful place to share. The service is very good.
Alain
Excellent, 1 month ago
Nice view, relaxing house, we will back to this house.
Randall
Excellent, 1 month ago
Excelente atención
Julissa
Excellent, 1 month ago
An amazing place to spend family time
Liggi
Repeat guest
Excellent, 1 month ago
Everything was excellent. The apartment was beautiful and comfortable. It had four rooms and 4 bathrooms. The kitchen was well equipped and the view was spectacular.
Anahiris
Excellent, 1 month ago
Great host! Very kind, responsive, and helpful throughout the whole process. Communication was excellent, and everything was just as described. Highly recommend!
Daisy
Excellent, 1 month ago
We had an amazing time
Yeltsin Danilo
Excellent, 1 month ago
A very nice place, and the host is very kind
Edgar
Excellent, 2 months ago
Very grateful
Rachel
Excellent, 2 months ago
We absolutely loved our stay at Vista Real! The views are truly unreal and were one of the highlights of our trip. Juan and Yessenia were incredibly attentive whenever we needed anything while also giving us plenty of privacy and space to enjoy our vacation. Communication has been top tier. The house was clean, beautifully appointed, and had everything we needed to prepare meals, relax by the pool, and enjoy evenings grilling while taking in the breathtaking sunsets. We especially loved spending time on the patio, soaking in the incredible vistas. A 4x4 vehicle is definitely recommended, but once you get familiar with the roads, it's easy to get to San Juan del Sur and the beautiful surrounding beaches. We felt completely at home and couldn't have asked for a better place to stay. We can't wait to come back!
Sheldon
Excellent, 2 months ago
would stay here again
Cristopher
Excellent, 2 months ago
Melissa and Simon were great people very friendly and polite 10/10 great place to spend a good time with family/friends
Ana
Excellent, 2 months ago
Great stay!
Ronald Manuel
OK, 2 months ago
We stayed for 3 days and 2 nights, 12 people (10 adults, 2 children). We had problems with the toilet paper and water. In other houses that we have stayed in previously in the area, there was always someone asking if we needed anything. On this occasion, since the house was handed over to us, we had no further contact except when we left and called you to receive the house. It was never mentioned that the house is basically two floors. If we had known that beforehand, we would have looked for another alternative. That information is always missing. There are rooms that share bathrooms, which takes away privacy.
Host Response
Hi Ronald, thank you for your comments. We will take into account your suggestion to contact our guests more during their stay. We were also always available if you needed anything. If you had contacted us, we would have gladly assisted you with anything you needed. As for the layout of the house, the photos show that it has two floors and 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, so it is understood that two bedrooms share a bathroom, but it might be worth putting it in the description as well to avoid confusion.
Dennis
OK, 3 months ago
First place I stay were they pressure you to pay an extra $200 dollar deposit, make you sign many forms, instead of worrying about the place being clean, it was full of spider webs, bath dirty showers. She should inspect property before turning in, but she was worry about forms and money. She wrote to me about $56 extra for energy which is fine, still waiting on the rest of my deposit money. They also have a dog full of fleas and thicks that will go inside the house every time we open the door. They said that the dog is part of the house. All I need is the blame for the dog going inside. Very unhappy with this stay for the money they ask, over 200 a day
Host Response
Hi Dennis, I'm a little confused by your review because you added one night to your stay, which contradicts your review. We have the deposit issue in our listing, and we sent it in the welcome message in case you didn't see it in the listing, and your deposit was returned. We also state in the description that a female dog lives in the house, so we do not allow pets. However, the caretaker reported that they brought a female dog.
Eduardo
Excellent, 3 months ago
Stayed at this great property for a few with my family while traveling throughout Nicaragua. The property is great, but you will need a 4X4 vehicle to get to it. Regardless, we enjoyed our stay. The only thing we were confused was the electricity limitations as far as how much electricity you consume, but it was ok we were within range in our stay and the host was very kind and helpful as well as the gentleman who takes care of the property.
Briggitte
Good, 3 months ago
It was a great home with a beautiful view. We just had a few issues with communication where the host/person in charge didn’t communicate the water heater was damaged and the water pressure was super low and they were planning to replace the pump during our stay. I would have had no issues if this was communicated in advanced. Additionally, the place is nice and the view is gorgeous but the finished needs some refreshing. Other than that this was a good place to stay in San Juan.
Host Response
Hello Briggitte, the water heater works, we just couldnt run it while the power was out with the generator, we later came to turn it on and I was informed you used it without any issues. Unfortunately our pump broke during your stay and we tried replacing it as soon as we could so you could have good pressure, our apologies for the inconveniences.
Chris
Excellent, 3 months ago
Great place and wonderful views! For sure need a car for the location. Very responsive host. Thanks for the stay!
אור
Excellent, 3 months ago
Amazing place and amazing people
Daniel
Excellent, 3 months ago
This place is amazing . No need to look any further if you are staying in San Juan Del Sur this is a great experience the staff is very helpful with check in and then they leave you alone until check out but they are only a call away for anything you need the views and amenities are top shelf . I felt like I was living in a movie. The one thing you MUST have is a vehicle that can navigate the terrain I would recommend a 4x4 we rented a Toyota Fortuner and I am so glad we did . We had no issues with getting in that . You are only about a 7 to 10 minute ride from the beach and city center and there is a grocery store near the entrance Dint hesitate in booking this property it is well worth it .
Carlos
Excellent, 3 months ago
great place and amazing views
Gloria Elena
Excellent, 3 months ago
I was delighted with the place and the service, and there was always clear communication.
Jaider
Excellent, 4 months ago
Excellent stay, highly recommended!
Cristi
Excellent, 4 months ago
Very helpful to be shown how to get to the property.
Alex
Excellent, 4 months ago
The place is exactly as it is portrayed in the pictures, maybe even better than the pictures! The views are amazing! I would say that there are very steep roads, so I would recommend a truck! Other than that host was attentive and we enjoyed our time in this lovely home!
Bryce
Excellent, 4 months ago
Great place to stay!! Recommend!!
Jeff
Excellent, 4 months ago
We came for just over a week and loved it. We knew we were staying a few min from town (barely 5 minutes with a car - and you will want transport sorted) and so it was perfect. Quiet, dark and peaceful all night long, with more than enough space for us to cook, eat and enjoy the house. Pool was great. Bathrooms great. Bedrooms great - and amazing views from all rooms.
Cristhell
OK, 4 months ago
The place was nice, just like the photos show.
Kevin
Excellent, 5 months ago
It's the perfect place for a vacation; the place is super comfortable, and the view of San Juan del Sur is one of the best you could possibly have! I loved the comfort of the house and the privacy of the place! Definitely 100% recommended, and I've saved it as one of the best Airbnbs in the area for future stays.
Marcial Alberto
Good, 5 months ago
would come back
Alejandra
Excellent, 5 months ago
The property has a spectacular view of the bay; since it is located high up, you can't hear the ocean. The bedrooms are fully equipped and comfortable. They were always attentive to our needs. San Juan del Sur never disappoints, and this beach house is top-notch—we will definitely be back.
Nikki
Excellent, 5 months ago
The first few days was during Holy Week so the town was nuts. Denise gave us recommendations for a delivery service that was wonderful. All of her recommendations were! The house cleaners were sweet and the caretaker and his son were attentive. The guard dog was sweet as could be and follows us a bit when we went to town on foot. We will book through Denise when we come back
Salvador
Excellent, 5 months ago
Everything was spectacular; we look forward to returning soon. Thank you very much.
Isabel Cristina
Excellent, 5 months ago
I loved staying there with my family, super comfortable, everything was impeccable. Very good communication with the host. I will definitely be back.
Julio
Excellent, 5 months ago
Spectacular accommodation, incredible views, the house is super well equipped and has everything you need to have a pleasant stay; it is a very private and quiet setting. We will definitely be back with my family.
Jenny
Excellent, 5 months ago
It was a beautiful place I will be back very soon
Jessica
Excellent, 5 months ago
Very nice house, everything was clean, and the view was beautiful and excellent.
Tatiana
Good, 5 months ago
The place is very true to its description. Very neat, clean, and with all the necessary utensils for a comfortable stay. However, it should be noted that access to the house includes some slightly steep sections that require extra effort from the vehicle. Also, there is no cell phone signal in the area around the house, which is made up for by the Wi-Fi internet.
Keyla
Excellent, 5 months ago
It is very beautiful, tidy, clean, and has a nice view. It met all expectations. It's just like you see it in the pictures.
Arlene
Excellent, 5 months ago
Beautiful home not too far from town. We loved our stay here. The staff was great.
Elman
Excellent, 5 months ago
Great place. Beautiful view
Reynaldo Daniel
Excellent, 5 months ago
Overall, the place is 10/10. They are working on the entrance to the road, but that's a temporary thing! Once it's fully paved, it will be more than a success! But when it comes to the house, it has a great view and all the necessary amenities—it's amazing, and I felt right at home! The staff members who are in charge of guest services respond very kindly and provide solutions to make your stay safe and reliable. I loved it and would come back many, many more times.
Adolfo
Good, 5 months ago
Ideal for relaxing, away from the noise
David
Excellent, 5 months ago
Excellent spot Loved it.
Jean-Christophe
Excellent, 6 months ago
The hosts were super accommodating. The view from the house is breathtaking. We enjoyed every sunset…
Mark
Excellent, 6 months ago
Beautiful place in an incredible location. The villa had everything we needed for a relaxing trip. We loved Nicaragua and plan on returning.
Jay
Excellent, 6 months ago
Amazing Airbnb. Views were amazing and host was very responsive and helpful. Everything went smoothly
Julio
OK, 6 months ago
I think it needs a lot of maintenance. Unfortunately, the A/C in the main bedroom never worked during my stay, the coffee maker was dirty and the filter was broken, there was no Wi-Fi available for long periods of time, and the shower drains were clogged (we were out from 6:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, giving them permission to come and repair the A/C, and no one came during that time). Then, around 6:20 p.m. on Saturday, when we were showering and getting ready to go out to dinner, they wanted to come and repair the A/C, which I found uncomfortable to allow them to enter since we were showering. We ended up sleeping on the couch in the living room. I think we could have found a much better place of higher quality for the amount I paid.
Geneviève
Excellent, 6 months ago
Loved our stay! The view is spectacular, the people who manage the Airbnb are very kind and helpful, the rooms are large, and the premises are clean. When booking, you should be aware that you will need to rent a vehicle capable of climbing steep slopes. Not all car rental companies are open on Sundays. This point requires a bit of planning.
Erika
Excellent, 6 months ago
We loved Casa Colibri! Everything was perfect.
Litzy
Good, 6 months ago
I recommend it 100%. Good location.
Karina
Excellent, 6 months ago
This is a great location with beautiful views in the apartment and at the pool. The host is very responsive to any issues that we had and communicated very well. The kitchen has all the things you need to cook for your family and friends. I would recommend this property to my friends.
Gabriel
Excellent, 6 months ago
Are we in heaven or what ? The view is incredible, it is completly magical to wake up with this in front of you. The staff was really friendly and kind. A really beautiful place to stay near San Juan Del Sur if you are looking for peace near the town.
Luis
Excellent, 6 months ago
Everything was great, and it's close to town!
Alexis
Excellent, 6 months ago
Place was Beautiful!!! Beautiful view! loved the stay!
Abner Aaron
Good, 6 months ago
Excellent
Jennifer
OK, 6 months ago
Our family vacation felt like we were walking on eggshells. I’ve stayed in many Airbnbs and have never been required to leave a deposit, which was surprising. I specifically booked this property because it listed hot water, which is essential for my infant. Upon arrival, there was no hot water, and after I brought it up, the listing was modified. The pool was nice, but the house overall feels somewhat run down. The sliding doors are difficult to open, and the kitchen had an ant infestation. Also, there was a strong sewage smell. The security guard was helpful but one morning while I was nursing my baby, he unexpectedly entered the outdoor area to do gardening work without notice. The checkout process was the most frustrating part. They conducted an extremely detailed inspection that lasted about 40 min. We had already made the beds before leaving, but they were completely stripped apart during the inspection. It felt excessive and unprofessional. Vacations should feel relaxing!
Host Response
Thank you for your feedback, Jennifer. Unfortunately, in our ad we state that when renting you will be asked for a deposit and we refer to it again in the welcome message, but some customers are selective in what they read. Hot water is not one of the amenities we offer, it is only mentioned by mistake in the same paragraph where we explain the deposit. That's why we rectified it to avoid future inconveniences. We understand that vacations should be relaxing, but when guests damage the house and deny it and hide behind a bad review, it is difficult to have a smooth process where both parties collaborate. We also appreciate any feedback.
Frank
Excellent, 6 months ago
Beautiful sunsets, amazing ocean, and night sky views. Wonderful weather in the evenings and the mornings, fairly warm during the day. Calm and nice surroundings. Don't expect full privacy, though. The caretakers live downstairs. There is something about local electricity that could turn into a very expensive charge. However, we had no problems. Specifically, if you followed the owner's advice. Their caretakers were wonderful to us. Overall, we are very happy and satisfied with our decision, and I recommend this beautiful place and host. Thank you.
Tamara Cristina
Excellent, 6 months ago
We had a very pleasant stay, it is a very nice house and the support staff is very friendly. Thank you Denise!
Julien
Excellent, 7 months ago
Amazing place! Really nice house keeper and dog.
Luis Felipe
Excellent, 7 months ago
We were very happy to spend time with the family and enjoy ourselves quietly and happily
Patrick
Good, 7 months ago
The view is incredible, having the security guy there was very helpful, he was very pleasant and always responded quickly when we ask things of him. We used the bbq every night to cook dinners which was great, we would return to this house
Marie-Andrée
Excellent, 7 months ago
We were very pleased with our stay. The cleaning was impeccable and the view was just wow! I would highly recommend this villa.
Kloé
Excellent, 7 months ago
We had a wonderful stay at this house! The views are fantastic! The house is in a good location, close to San Juan's attractions. Juan who lives right next door for maintenance is very kind and was always there if we had any questions or needed anything.
Claudio
Excellent, 7 months ago
The property has a phenomenal and impressive view of the SJDS bay; one of the best in the area! Description and pictures of the rooms, bathrooms, kitchen, living room and amenities of the property are quite accurate! Melissa was the person who was present at the time of entering and vacating the property; she was very friendly, cordial and quite flexible; her instructions were clear and easy to follow! Some of the details that were notable during our stay were in the pool area; in the green area (around the pool) we found empty chewing gum wrappers and tictacs, several q-tips and wipes! The pool is in a condition of NOT being used immediately, as is the refrigerator! Despite these small drawbacks, our stay was quite pleasant and staying at Denise's house is totally recommended! Thanks to Melissa for her kindness and we hope to return soon. Kind regards. Claudio
Antonela
Excellent, 7 months ago
Such a beautiful place! The views were absolutely stunning and the space was clean and comfortable. Waking up to this scenery was a dream. Would definitely stay again!
Juan
Excellent, 7 months ago
PLACE WAS JUST PERFECT ! Denise place was just as describe ! Melissa took care of easy check in ! Melissa was very responsive and great communication ! Would definitely recommend this place ! Views are insane ! My whole family enjoyed the stay ! Definitely coming back !
Justin
Excellent, 8 months ago
This stay is beautiful, I loved the pool and view. I do wish it had a light in the pool for night swimming. Nevertheless I plan to stay here again in a few months. Make sure you have a 4x4 to get there.
Jonathan
Excellent, 8 months ago
The lady and her husband who live downstairs and take care of the housekeeping are impeccable. Always respectful when we asked to sleep instead of cleaning, the cleaning has always been well done they did more than what I am used to. Always smiling, always in a good mood, never bothered by the noise even when we thought it was a little loud. I couldn't have asked for better service from them really. They are always available for whatever help is requested. 10/10!!
Oscar
Excellent, 8 months ago
Highly recommended and would definitely come again
Yader
Excellent, 8 months ago
Amazing place
Joaquin
Excellent, 8 months ago
super recommended ..
María
Good, 8 months ago
I loved the place, as described We would definitely go back
Marcos
Good, 8 months ago
The pool is the star of the house. The rooms are quite comfortable, but as always, the aesthetic details affect the presentation. Similarly, during our stay, there was no hot water and there were too many insects in the kitchen. The caretakers are separated by a door to the property, a little uncomfortable to the point that there is a bathroom that literally has a ventilation window that connects with the caretaker's room, apart from those details the house was quite cozy for my family. I recommend it for people who are not so delicate because they help you with everything. Thank you so much for everything
Raphaël
Excellent, 8 months ago
A sublime house in a private and peaceful setting with a breathtaking view. A real favorite, we already plan to return!
Regina Belen
Excellent, 8 months ago
Very nice, close to many beautiful beaches and our host was always very friendly
Scott
Excellent, 8 months ago
Other than the 35kw per day limit the place was great and host very helpful
Jose Maria
Excellent, 8 months ago
Amazing views and beautiful sunsets from the back yard!
Ivette
Excellent, 8 months ago
Simply Spectacular
Ruddy
Excellent, 8 months ago
I really enjoyed the place. The view was very nice and the overall experience was very good. I had a great time, the place is comfortable and quiet.
Elizaba
Excellent, 8 months ago
Excellent 👌
Teodoro
Excellent, 8 months ago
We really enjoyed the accommodation, the sunset views are just amazing, the service staff were very friendly and helpful, everything was excellent.
Valerie
Excellent, 8 months ago
The ocean view makes the home priceless. It’s beautifully decorated. It has everything we needed to cook our own meals. And the housekeeper was helpful and keeps the house spotless. We would love to come back it was great!
William
Repeat guest
Excellent, 8 months ago
The house is located in an area with a view of the city and coast of San Juan del Sur. An excellent place to go on vacation, very quiet and pleasant. 100/100
Arash
Excellent, 8 months ago
It’s a gorgeous spot. Need a SUV for sure. It has a perfect view of the sunset; very clean, comfortable and quiet. A perfect airbnb
María Paula
Excellent, 8 months ago
Beautiful place!!
Evelyng
Excellent, 8 months ago
We had a great time! Beautiful place !
Adam
Good, 8 months ago
Great space with an amazing sunset view. We enjoyed our time there. Access was the only issue. Due to construction only a serious off road vehicle can make it up the access road.
Griselda
Good, 8 months ago
I love the place I will only recommend to people Bring 4x4 or big suv
Gabriela
Excellent, 9 months ago
An excellent house with all the conditions to travel as a family and an excellent place, since it is private, quiet and the view of the amazing sunset.
Delvin
Excellent, 9 months ago
The house is excellent with spectacular views, located in one of the best areas of San Juan del Sur. The host's service was super good, 10 out of 10. She is always attentive to support and resolve problems. The house is very clean, tidy, very well equipped and met all the expectations I had. We hope to be back soon!!
Aniuska
Excellent, 9 months ago
A very nice house
Diego
Excellent, 9 months ago
Excellent communication, beautiful place, almost a paradise, I recommend it 100%