Reviews of Verdad Nicaragua 5 stars
Escameca Eco-Lodge, 48600 San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua
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Reviewed: 14 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewViews are incredible, rooms are perfect (but no a.c. In deluxe room), beach is really nice, great dinner, staff is considerate, the area around the hotel is unique
Breakfasts are a bit of a let down, no options, always cold, cold coffee, free breakfast is only granola and coffee Food is extremely expensive, more than twice what you pay elsewhere (more than 20-25$ US per plate) Activities are expensive Beach is 15 minutes walking, 4 minutes by car Not any food options nearby
Reviewed: 20 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewLocation and facilities are BREATHTAKING! We've read the comments prior to booking and they all were right. Gabriel is a pure angel, going beyond and above ! Food was delicious, and the staff was so welcoming and smiling that we regretted not staying more! The private beach is perfect for surfing or relaxing and swimming. We will definitely come back and next time we will experience the Casitas !
We are so psyched we lived up to your expectations and our reviews and most importantly you enjoyed your time at Verdad and will come back again for a longer stay. We look forward to seeing you again
Reviewed: 19 July 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewCommunal dining
A little too remote. No yoga was offered while I was there
Reviewed: 28 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewBeautiful, remote location. Perfect place to relax and get away from the hustle and bustle. Beach is phenomenal and private
Thank you we are glad you enjoyed our hideaway in nature and on the beach. Please visit with us again.
Reviewed: 8 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewVery very nice hotel. Dinner was amazing. The view absolutly breathtaking. Staff really nice. Do the boat tour!
Bed a little bit small.
Thank you very much. Next time enjoy our ocean view casitas with queen beds.
Reviewed: 24 December 2024 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewEverything
THANK YOU
Reviewed: 18 November 2024 · Stayed in November 2024
Verified reviewThe views are great and the small hotel with shared meals creates a nice community with the other guests. Food is wonderful. Wildlife including howler monkeys (also your alarm clock) around everywhere.
Our room didn’t have a lock or hot water. Not having hot water would have been okay if it didn’t rain the whole stay. We brought up the lack of lock and all they said is the area is safe… my house at home is safe but I still look the doors…
Brian, thank you for your comments. Our hot water tanks are solar driven and we had an unusual Tropical Storm Sara that stayed with us for a week therefore hot water was scarce. We close in October as it is usually the only month that gets a prolonged period of rain but this was a rare November weather pattern. We are sorry you felt uncomfortable without a door lock although we have 24 hour security above your room. We are in an unusual safe/secure environment.
Brian, thank you for your comments. Our hot water tanks are solar driven and we had an unusual Tropical Storm Sara that stayed with us for a week therefore hot water was scarce. We close in October as it is usually the only month that gets … Show more
Reviewed: 1 August 2024 · Stayed in July 2024
Verified reviewEverything! The location was incredible- breathtaking. The staff, especially Junior and Gabriel, went over and above. Food wonderful too.
Nothing
We are glad you had a great experience at Verdad. The team at Verdad work hard and enjoy what they do and it does make a difference!
Reviewed: 29 June 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 20 January 2024 · Stayed in January 2024
Verified reviewEverything.
Nothing.
Reviewed: 14 January 2024 · Stayed in January 2024
Verified reviewAuthentic, well prepared
Reviewed: 13 November 2023 · Stayed in October 2023
Verified reviewReviewed: 1 November 2023 · Stayed in October 2023
Verified reviewVery nice private beach, quiet place to relax
The location is quite remote and challenging to reach, especially without your own vehicle. It leaves you entirely dependent on the hotel, even for meals, and the prices for food are exceptionally high for Nicaragua, often more than double the usual rates. Dinner options were limited to just one choice. Moreover, all the activities come at an extra cost, and there are no outstanding attractions nearby. On top of that, the room was small, situated below the dining area, making it quite noisy as every footstep could be heard early in the morning and at night.
Verdad is located on a semi private beach and if you want the San Juan city life and attractions which is 20 minutes away we are not that place. All of our ingredients and meals are prepared by our 3 chefs are sourced locally and fresh daily thus are not "cheap eats". Our fully equipped ocean view yoga and fitness studio is complimentary for exclusive use by Verdad guests. Yes, surf lessons by our pro instructors are extra as we do compensate all our team significantly above the Nica standard wage which is part of our mission .
Verdad is located on a semi private beach and if you want the San Juan city life and attractions which is 20 minutes away we are not that place. All of our ingredients and meals are prepared by our 3 chefs are sourced locally and fresh dail… Show more
Reviewed: 6 October 2023 · Stayed in October 2023
Verified reviewReviewed: 2 October 2023 · Stayed in October 2023
Verified reviewReviewed: 16 September 2023 · Stayed in September 2023
Verified reviewThe "casita" with the sea view was amazing! Every time we entered the casita I was mesmerized by the view. The vibe is very chill and both the staff and the guests seemed to be always in a good mood.
Besides the hotel and the restaurant at the beach, there are not too many options for food. And the beach restaurant wasn't always open (perhaps because it was low season). However, the food at the hotel was always very nice and they kindly prepared for us a snack on the day the beach restaurant was closed.
Yes ,for lunch we try to support an independently Nicaraguan owned beach restaurant that during low season sometimes is not open. We will always be happy to make you lunch or tapas at the Verdad cocina or pool bar.
Reviewed: 12 September 2023 · Stayed in September 2023
Verified reviewStaff was amazing, beautiful views and the food was delicious!
Nothing, everything was great.
Thank you, yes the rooms were designed and laid out for privacy and to enjoy the sweet views of Playa Escameca. Come back and dream some more!
Reviewed: 24 July 2023 · Stayed in June 2023
Verified reviewReviewed: 14 April 2023 · Stayed in April 2023
Verified reviewThe property was like an oasis. The views were amazing, the location was perfect, and the staff were amazing!!!
Everything was 10/10
Thank You!
Reviewed: 18 February 2023 · Stayed in February 2023
Verified reviewEverything was great about our stay apart from the access road which is in very bad condition, I'd recommend to have a 4x4 in case that you're interested to move around... The beach was like a private paradise and the hotel staff was very helpful and next to us whenever we had a desire, at last I'd like to state that the setting is breathtaking.
I'd say that breakfast was poor and can be improved..but the dinner was awesome.
Yes we agree the road getting to Verdad was in poor conditin and the municipality is repairing now and will be paving this year. I guess that is one reason our beach is super private. Did you try our full "Nica" breakfast not just our complimentary early riser light breakfast which usually consists of a vareity of egg preperations, galllo pinto, plantains, and more, and always accompanied by fresh juice and organic french press coffee . Next time the full breakfast is on us!
Yes we agree the road getting to Verdad was in poor conditin and the municipality is repairing now and will be paving this year. I guess that is one reason our beach is super private. Did you try our full "Nica" breakfast not just… Show more
Reviewed: 6 January 2023 · Stayed in January 2023
Verified reviewReviewed: 22 November 2022 · Stayed in November 2022
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