We had 1 night in the arcoiris hut, it's very small, hot and the mosquito net is annoying. You are in the jungle - > big insects everywhere. Possibly in the room as well. Restaurant meals lack some spices.

Great staff, cool workshops, pizza parties are fun! Restaurant uses a lot of homegrown vegetables! Price is good. We met wonderful people here. We did 2 nights in the bamboo hut, which is big and nice.

Stayed in August 2025

I lost to get there. 😂

Vegetarian and vegan friendly Clean bed Yoga place is beautiful Very chill vibe nice nature

Stayed in July 2025

The toilets are without plumbing

Relaxed hippie vibe is nice

Stayed in April 2025

Stayed in Everland private room entrance goes through the dorm which is a bit strange, showers could be stronger

There's lots of activities in the hostel (donation based for most), right in the middle of the farm so cool location, restaurant is reasonably priced

Stayed in April 2025

We had cockroaches in our room so we had to change it, and thank god the other didnt have them, so better take the dorm then private room.

One of a kind, authentic, really chill and grounding. You are literally in a forest, surrounded by greenery that is magical.

Stayed in April 2025

It was insanely loud. Doors, ceilings, and walls had big gaps in them so people in the room next to/ above you literally felt like they were in your room they were so loud. Packs of street dogs howling like mental in the night. Compost toilets didn’t smell nice compared to other compost toilets I’ve used.

The permaculture farm was absolutely amazing and so was the food. Hostel is in the middle of a food forest and there was so much beautiful wildlife.

Stayed in March 2025

If you have a room close to reception is great. Not as a hippi vibe as thought lot of younger backpacker. Food is good but pricey and the portions are for small people otherwise you need two portions.

It is a remote place close to nature with not many special things. Animals and not the cleanest things are part of this. Program is a big plus, but if they offer Yoga and then it is based on donations and then at least 100 Cordoba is a bit off Wifi works well.

Stayed in March 2025

I felt like it wasn’t very clean in general. there are spider nests everywhere. Dogs and birds sit on the tables next to the kitchen, and within the six days of my stay I saw somebody wiping them only once. I never saw somebody wiping the floors or cleaning the showers..

All kind of Workshops, Yoga, Meditation in the middle of the jungle.. Excellent food Great schedule of activities Great community

Stayed in February 2025

It's ok for one night or two but comfort could be improved.

Beautiful surroundings, great project. Friendly staff.

Stayed in February 2025

A group of men started to fight at the restaurant

The garden was amazing

Stayed in February 2025

Beers are very very expensive. People comes late night after parties.

Amazing concept of sustainability! Beautiful surroundings. You can start climbing volcano Maderas from the hostel which is very challenging but it worth. The food is incredible and not so expensive, about 4 $ . Staff are incredible helpful and owner very kind . Grazie

Stayed in January 2025

There was some ants in my room

Very nice location and quiet calm

Stayed in January 2025

There is a lot of bugs around (really the middle of the forest) be prepared! They do provide mosquito nets.

It’s hard to give it a rating in booking because it’s an ecological farm. I loved it! Compost toilets, outdoor shower, an amazing vegan (some of it is farm to table) kitchen, free yoga every morning and lots of lots of good beautiful people and plenty of activities. If you know ecological leaving or want to experience it I recommend.

Stayed in November 2024

There is no real chill area, just quite uncomfortable wooden tables and chairs! The bathroom and shower are too spread out far from the rooms and you always have to walk a lot to get to them, quite annoying especially in the evening when it is dark and there is no lighting at all in the hostel and you can only move around equipped with a flashlight The food in the restaurant a little too expensive, and the portions really too small. On the last night because the dormitory was full they offered me a private room but did not tell me that it was practically attached to the area where they were having a party. Until 1 a.m. I could not sleep. It didn't seem fair and I found it very profiteering

I liked that the hostel is surrounded by greenery, the permaculture project is really interesting and the hostel organizes so many different activities every day! The free yoga in the morning really appreciated and the hostel is so big that you can walk a lot and reach even a small viewpoint The hostel is about 20 min walk from the road but the path to get there is well-maintained and very easy to follow

Stayed in November 2024

El Zopilote is more than just a hostel; it’s a beacon of sustainable living and eco-tourism on Ometepe Island. The entire place operates on permaculture principles, with organic gardens providing food, biodigesters generating cooking gas, and composting systems that reflect a deep respect for the environment. Guests can enjoy a wide range of activities: from permaculture tours and mushroom cultivation workshops to classes on medicinal plants. El Zopilote is ideal for travelers who want to learn and experience sustainable practices first-hand. Their projects blend local traditions with innovative ecological solutions, creating an enriching environment for guests and volunteers alike. Beyond the activities, the community vibe makes staying here unique. The hostel fosters connections through shared meals, communal spaces, and a focus on responsible tourism. It’s a perfect choice for nature lovers and those looking to experience life off the beaten path, surrounded by the beauty and tranquility of Ometepe Island.

Stayed in October 2024

its not for everyone. a lot of musquitos, and who is searching after comfort will not enjoy (for example no fan or a\c at the rooms, and its hot)

its located in the middle of the jungle and i liked it so much. also the food is the best that i had in my journey (really healthy also). who is searching nature, good vibes and adventures will enjoy

Stayed in September 2024

No kitchen to cook in

The food! The Daily events, especially pizza night. And the unique amazing people who were there

Stayed in August 2024

It is a little hike up to get there then also from the room to the shower and toilets, very out in nature so bugs and animals which I don’t mind but if your afraid of insects and spiders this isn’t the place for you, toilets are drop toilets and there was a tarantula in my room 😂

A very authentic jungle experiance, good if you want to reconnect with nature and explore, very relaxing and a good vibe.

Stayed in August 2024

You have to be ready to deal with bugs, scorpions and all!

Excellent food, easy to book activities, lots of offers for activities on the farm. We really enjoyed that the hostel is in the forest

Stayed in July 2024

It was hard to sleep without a fan

This accomodation is really beautifull, we really enjoyed our stay! It is in de middle of the jungle and the nature and concept is just beautifull. Our room was big and nice with two floors. The bathroom and shower was outside. It was really nice to have shower in the jungle. The food in the restaurant was healty and cheap! The lasagna was amazing. The activties are cheap/free and so much fun! If you really like nature and you want to experience a diffrent kind of hostal this is the place!

Stayed in July 2024

Had to search for the bathrooms at first

A special place

Stayed in April 2024

Don’t expect to sleep much. There are no fans and it’s super hot, even in a private.

I had a magical stay at this place. There are at least 3 activities a day and it’s so easy to meet people. I liked the jungle setting, it was part of the experience. The food in the restaurant was fantastic.

Stayed in March 2024

- some of the houses/ forms are very far away from the reception - it is impossible to walk around after the sunset without a lamp/phone - the dorms are open which is good for wind and ventilation but bad for animals coming to your bed unexpectedly - mosquito nets aren't in the best condition and you have to install them on your own which is irritating because they slide during the night and you have to repeat it again in the morning - the closeness to the nature is sometimes too much ( wild dogs having fights or howling monkeys wake you up at 3 or 4 am and you cannot sleep anymore).

- very close to nature - interesting location - you will always meet some interesting people - a lot of free/ cheap activities - low price

Stayed in December 2023

Loved everything! The beautiful location in the jungle, the morning yoga sessions and especially the amazing people I met!!

Stayed in November 2023