I was only there for one night this past February, but Baba was an excellent host, and runs an excellent hotel. My room was large, spacious, and comfortable. The deck overlooking the bay is magical and relaxing. The hotel is off the main drag, so you can get some sleep at night, away from the rowdy SJDS frat party that's... More

Just spent a great few nights at Buena Onda in San Juan Del Sur. nothing to do with the same hostel in Matagalpa of the same name. The owner is fantastic, so kind and helpful and v generous to boot - fresh watermelon juice anyone? The hostel looks and feels brand new, and is a great location. Only 5 minutes... More

Me and my friends started our long journey in san juan del sur, nicaragua. Our first stay was at buena onda. We couldn't have had a better start. The owner is an amazing guy who helped us with exactly everything when we didn't know anything. It's very relaxing and the best place to stay at if you want a quiet... More

We had a great stay! rooms are simple but beatifull, everything is clean. terace overlooking the bay it is awesome place to have an afternoon drinking your favourit coctail and just do nothing. If you forgot your beer and don't feel like going back to store, no problem, Baba has a fridge full of coooles beer in the city :)

The only thing that I wish I could change about my experience is that I could have stayed longer. Buena Onda is more than a hostel, its a home away from home. The views are spectacular, the building is incredibly clean, the rooms are lovely, the atmosphere is calm, relaxed, and serene. The location was great; perched up on a... More

Came for a week... stayed a month! Kitchen, hammocks, every room overlooks the bay. The rooms are spacious and clean. Baba, the host is helpful and friendly. The beer is cold and the hammocks are soft. Walk up the hill is worth it for the view.

I've travelled quite a lot of countries and this hostel is one of the best I've ever stayed in. It's just a short walk from the center with a wonderful view over the bay, not only from our room but even more so from the common areas (a bar and terraces with hammocks and deck chairs), all of which Baba... More

Buena Onda Backpackers is a very nice hostel with fair prices, short walk up the hill from the center of San Juan del Sur. The rooms are basic, but really spacious and spotlessly (!) clean. Its owner, Baba, is really what you call in Spanish "buena gente". He can recommend many things to do around the area and is always... More

Wow! great view! Baba - the owner- is very nice and can help you with getting around. The location is uphill but not far from the centre of town.. in-fact, the uphill walk was nice after binge eating and provides privacy. Clean rooms and all Buddhist inspired decor. High ceilings on the first floor with tons of space - the... More