Set in Balgue, Lazy Crab Hostel has a garden and a terrace. The property is located 0.9 mi from Maderas Volcano. The accommodations features a shuttle service, while a bicycle rental service is also available. Free WiFi is available to all guests, while certain rooms are equipped with a balcony. Guests at the guest house will be able to enjoy activities in and around Balgue, like cycling.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.3)

Breakfast Info

Vegetarian, Vegan, American

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
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1 full bed
1 twin bed
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1 bunk bed
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No credit card needed. All options are bookable without a credit card.

Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.7
Facilities
7.5
Cleanliness
7.4
Comfort
7.6
Value for money
8.1
Location
8.3
Free WiFi
8.5
Low score for Balgue
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  • Silvia
    Germany Germany
    The atmosphere was exceptional. The stuff was great and very helpful. The location is perfect. There are many options for restaurants. No matter where you're on this island, you need a scooter to get to the beach & sightseeing. But Lazy Crab has a...
  • Bar
    Israel Israel
    great great stuff the rooms are great really clean
  • Ariana
    United States of America United States of America
    Loved everything about the Lazy Crab. One of my favorite hostels I’ve ever stayed in

Host Info

Company review score: 8.7Based on 144 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Local family hostel

Property info

This is a happy, colourful and super relaxed local and family onwed hostel in Balgue, small town on Isla de Ometepe. A good place to be surrounded by nature and super cool local people with good vibes. We are just down the road from the entrance to the Maderas volcano hike and under a minutes walk the waters edge where you can swim and spend your day. Close the the hostel you can find restaurants and little shops for food. We hire out dirt bikes, scooters and bicycles and run tours from our hostel. We offer diverse kind of accommodations adapted to any kind of guests or traveller. We have dorms, private rooms, double bedrooms, group bedrooms, etc. that will suit the needs of any kind of traveller. Nearest ATM is at Moyogalpa so make sure you have enough cash upon arrival.

Neighborhood info

Small town called Balgue have restaurants, small shop for food and alot of activities to do.

Languages Spoken

English,Spanish

Area info

Amenities of Lazy Crab Hostel

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Cooking class
  • Happy hour
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Evening entertainment
  • Horseback riding
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
    Additional charge
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Pool table
  • Game room
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
  • Laundry
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking rooms
Spa
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

House rules

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Check-in

From 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Check-out

From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 14 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 14 and up are allowed)

Cash only

This property only accepts cash payments.


Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 6:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 06:00:00.

FAQs about Lazy Crab Hostel

  • The prices at Lazy Crab Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Room options at Lazy Crab Hostel include:

    • Double
    • Triple
    • Bed in Dorm
    • Quad

  • Lazy Crab Hostel is 1,000 feet from the center of Balgue. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Lazy Crab Hostel is from 12:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Lazy Crab Hostel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Pool table
    • Game room
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Evening entertainment
    • Horseback riding
    • Happy hour
    • Bicycle rental
    • Walking tours
    • Cooking class
    • Bike tours