I think all the positive reviews for this place are by their friends.... I booked a room over the web with a $26.00 deposit.. Got there and the room was NASTY to say the least.. room had been cleaned yet someones used razor was in the shower... the sheets were grey on the bed.. so think when someone leaves the... More

I stayed here for about 4 days. It is right across from the beach & near downtown. It is run by some very nice people & they have an adorable little girl. They also have an awesome guard dog who is really sweet. But I must say the best part of this hostel was the complete breakfast they serve. Rice,... More

I chose this place because the location is great (across the road from the ocean) and its reasonably priced ( double room with shared bathroom $20) service was ok but their communication could have Been better. Make sure you request breakfast and are clear when booking activities or transfers etc. popular with the younger backpacker market but noise level at... More

Nice owners, happy friendly staff, tasty nica breakfast, coffee and water (including the price). Basic but neat rooms. Lovely garden and patio, big kitchen. And last but not least, in front of the beach and walking distance exploring... Me and my friend enjoyed our stay!!!

pros: right across from beach and a little far from down town enough that you can get some sleep. Con; toilet kept on breaking, not as clean as I'd hope. everything was very dated, and they didn't have towels! Drove me crazy, we waited all day for towels and they still didn't get them washed and air dried, for 12... More

The location (right by the ocean) is very good and the owner is very friendly. The other staff was not really nice and the place could use much more cleaning! They never had any towels as all of them were always wet...

I had to live for three days in San Juan Del Sur without any money and no place to stay while I waited for money to come in via western union. Hostel Esperanza took me in, gave me a place to stay, and let me eat at their restaurant, which serves mouth watering coconut curry, nutritious fruit/vegetable juice, and other... More

Right on the water; close walk to many bars, the market, little stores, restaurants, and the bus stop to Rivas. Very laid back vibe. You feel you have the freedom to do whatever you want, which can be a very good thing, but I don't recommend that you stay here if you like a strick sense of order. Though if... More

I staid one night in the Hostel Esperanza in the dorm. There were no locker for personal stuff, only a common locker at the reception for the guests where everyone could serve themselves when there was anybody at the reception... The door of the dorms ( which is never closed) was situated near to the main entrance which is always... More