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Hotel Lara's Planet

2.5 star property
Riverfront lodge with free breakfast and a fitness center

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Panoramic Suite, 2 Queen Beds, River View, Overwater | Porch
Classic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View, Garden Area | Balcony
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Panoramic Suite, 2 Queen Beds, River View, Overwater | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast included
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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del Muelle 200 mts al Norte, El Castillo, Rio San Juan
  • Place, Cano Negro National Wildlife Refuge
  • Place, Afortunada Ranch Reserve
  • Place, Medio Queso Wetlands

Room options

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Panoramic Suite, 2 Queen Beds, River View, Overwater | Porch

Panoramic Suite, 2 Queen Beds, River View, Overwater

  • 322 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Suite, 2 Queen Beds, River View, Overwater | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Suite, 2 Queen Beds, River View, Overwater

  • 301 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Suite, 2 Queen Beds, River View, Overwater | Balcony

Deluxe Suite, 2 Queen Beds, River View, Overwater

  • 301 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Classic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View, Garden Area | Balcony

Classic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View, Garden Area

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View, Garden Area | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Comfort Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View, Garden Area

  • 182 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

El Castillo

Hotel Lara's Planet places you 1 mi (1.6 km) from Afortunada Ranch Reserve. This 5-room lodge welcomes guests with free breakfast and conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.
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Restaurants

  • Border’s Café
  • ‪Chocolate Tángara - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hotel Tropical - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cooperativa De Cacao - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Cofalito - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Hotel Lara's Planet

Riverfront lodge with free breakfast and a fitness center
At Hotel Lara's Planet, guests have access to a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a business center. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle for a fee. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with securing valuables, tours or tickets, and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this family-friendly lodge include a meeting room, a library, and a terrace.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and TVs with cable channels. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer free toiletries. Other standard amenities include balconies or patios, sofa beds, and minibars.
Recreational amenities at the lodge include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Gym
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Library
  • Rowing/canoeing

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2014
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Single sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.00 per day
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.00 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-10 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply). Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards.

Property is also known as

Hotel Lara's Planet El Castillo
Hotel Lara's Planet
Lara's Planet El Castillo
Lara's Planet
Hotel Lara's Planet Nicaragua/El Castillo
Hotel Lara's Planet Lodge
Hotel Lara's Planet El Castillo
Hotel Lara's Planet Lodge El Castillo
Hotel Lara's Planet Nicaragua/el Castillo

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Hotel Lara's Planet?

Hotel Lara's Planet provides free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see around Hotel Lara's Planet?

This lodge is located in El Castillo within a short 20-minute walk of Afortunada Ranch Reserve. You'll also find Reserva Privada El Quebracho nearby.

Will I be able to park at Hotel Lara's Planet?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the lodge. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Hotel Lara's Planet have a casino at the property?

No, Hotel Lara's Planet doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hotel Lara's Planet?

No, there is no indoor pool at this lodge.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Hotel Lara's Planet?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this riverfront lodge include a minibar and premium bedding in each guestroom with some featuring river views.

Does Hotel Lara's Planet have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this lodge.

Does Hotel Lara's Planet have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Hotel Lara's Planet serves free cooked-to-order breakfasts each morning from its restaurant.

Will Hotel Lara's Planet allow pets to stay for free?

Yes, pets stay free at Hotel Lara's Planet and the property also provides food and water bowls for pets.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel Lara's Planet?

No, this lodge doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hotel Lara's Planet?

Yes, every guestroom at Hotel Lara's Planet comes with a balcony with some featuring river or garden views.

Hotel Lara's Planet Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

r

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice place within easy walking distance of the boat dock. My room was big and clean. Despite what is said on the Wxpedia booking website; Unilingual staff. No hammock on deck. Cash only and no ATM in town. No gym.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alain

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had reserved for one night at Larà’s but we ended up staying 3 Natasha is a Lovely host and her right hand Rachel is also a very help full person The breakfast was great, the room spacious and the bathroom well supplies. Hot water with no interruption. We had a great balcony overlooking the river. All in all a great expérience. You can go there without worries.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

ian, victoria canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay

Our stay at Lara's planet was better than we expected. Natasha is a excellent host and very very helpful with all kinds of transport etc. Great place. Great view of the river and would definately stay there again. Thanks Natasha for your excellency in customer care. It really is what it is all about.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location riverside.

Natasha the owner was very helpful and the hotel restaurant is good.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2018

8/10 Good

Renate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely private terrace over Rio San Juan

A special stay in a nice spacious corner room overlooking the river. Great balcony, nice breakfast, good service. A bit overpriced for the area but would recommend Lara's Planet as it is way above the other options in El Castillo
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful

Although our original night's stay was cancelled due to bad weather we did pitch up and spend a night later and were so glad that we did. Natasha, the owner, is charming, entertaining and an excellent cook. The hotel itself is small but fabulous; it deserves an award for its natural wood and bamboo design. The front is built out over the river to give wonderful views in all directions. Each upstairs room is large, comfortable and elegant. Rooms have their own outside lounging area. El Castillo is well worth a short visit. We had a great trip there and back by public boat, enjoyed the town and its fort and took a guided tour to the Bartola reserve, which Natasha can arrange for you from her own little private boat dock.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

S&J, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent hotel

Lovely large room, comfortable beds, brilliant balcony, excellent bathroom with large shower. Great views of river and castle. Natasha is a friendly, helpful host with great English (and some German I believe but haven't tested).

10/10 Excellent

Kathrin

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Heli, Finland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hammock on your own terrace above the river

We (mother 60, son 23) came to El Castillo to experience Rio San Juan. The hotel is perfectly situated next to the "harbor" but hidden in a garden. Wonderful sight to the river both from the room and the restaurant.Large room with terrace, all furniture and details made of bamboo. Food not excellent, good drinks. The town consists of two streets. Have dollars for excursions - no ATM!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Marinus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfecte plek!

Mooi stijlvol hotel van hout en bamboe. Mooi gelegen aan het water en heeft mooie tuin met veel vogels. Eigenaresse is erg behulpzaam om reis heen en weer te regelen. Tours kunnen via het hotel worden geregeld. Kortom een perfecte plek.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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