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Totoco Eco-Lodge

Maderas Volcano, El callejon publico la palmera, Balgue, Isla de Ometepe, Nicaragua
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Totoco Eco-Lodge
Ranked #1 of 2 Balgue B&B and Inns
4.5 of 5 stars 164 Reviews
27 May 2012 -
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23 May 2012 -
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What travellers say about this B&B/inn
  • Coffee plantation(8)
  • Local communities(7)
  • Composting toilets(6)
  • Howler monkey(6)
  • Roslyn Jonathan(6)
  • Well worth(4)
  • Concepcion volcano(4)
  • HOT WATER(4)
  • Lake Nicaragua(4)
  • Volcan Concepcion(3)
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Washington DC, District of Columbia
Senior Reviewer
10 reviews 10 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

We had a fantastic stay at Totoco. It could be the most relaxing place on earth because of the quiet setting and stunning view of Volcan Conception. The lodge is rustic as expected but the rooms are very comfortable and cool. The ownersThe food is delicious and the use of local ingredients is appreciated. We used a guide for the... More

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

All in all wonderful ecolodge environment with incredible hosts and only a few guests (4 bungalows at the time). A small pool overlooking the cliffs is a relaxing recent addition. Open-air bar and restaurant area with amazing views. Several tours could be arranged right on site (we did the coffee plantation tour which was a great value and very interesting).... More

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Calgary, Canada
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

My first stay at Totoco was in the spacious dorm one night, and I enjoyed the atmosphere, location and service (and tasty FOOD) so much that at the end of my travels when my mother came to visit Nicaragua, I switched our plans and booked us in to a cabana at Totoco to enjoy the place once again. The views... More

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Managua, Nicaragua
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2012
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PLUS Location The location is beautiful (probably the best of the island), where you have an amazing view of the Concepcion volcano and Lake. You can sit at the lodge’s bar and enjoy beautiful sunsets over the lake and volcano. Food The food was very good. You can choose a meat or vegetarian package meal, very tasteful, always accompanied by... More

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TOTOCO_Management, Owner at Totoco Eco-Lodge, responded to this review
11 May 2012

Dear Genevieve & Eduardo, Theft is a very serious issue and I have spoken with our staff abut informing me promptly if it ever occurs again and I have explained to them how better to deal with a similar situation if I'm not available. I can promise you it was not our staff but someone who entered the lodge by... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012

Totoco is a special place. We loved everything about it. The location is beautiful with jaw dropping views of the volcanos. The hiking is superb and right in your back yard. The food was great and the service is very accommodating and friendly. The place is all Eco friendly Which is a plus. They are doing great things for the... More

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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012

We found Totoco from other reviews on Trip Advisor and decided to give it a try, even though it was a little bit above our price range. 4 of us stayed in a private chalet that could sleep 6 very comfortable. The rooms where beautiful, clean and peaceful. The main lodge had a wonderful pool with chairs surrounding it and... More

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Steamboat Springs, Colorado
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2012

The road up to the lodge is quite bumpy and uncomfortable in a car, but once you get there, it is in a beautiful setting with great views of the volcanoes and lovely gardens. The staff was friendly, although somewhat slow and disorganized during meals. The food was quite good, but no provisions for snacks if hungry during the day.... More

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Granada, Granada, Nicaragua
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 March 2012

i actually stayed there when they were not open to the public,working as a volunteer in those lovely gardens, yeah i totally agree with the fantastic views and sunsets and volcanoes,is a great place for a honeymoon,a wonderful place just to read a book in a hammock. i qualify everything according to the friends i made and the excellent coffee... More

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Chicago, Illinois
Senior Contributor
29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2012
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Yes, Totoco is indeed out of the way (more than an hour from Mayogalpa), but that's its appeal. It is an eco-lodge in every sense of the word. Martin and staff are attentive and kind. The views -- and sunsets -- are dreamy, and the food is terrific. I couldn't get into one of the cabins (sold out), so I... More

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Fresno, California
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 March 2012
1
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the VIEWS are spectacular, the FOOD amazing, and the LOCATION a dream! Martin has done a wonderful job and his eco-ideas are really impressive: sun panels, recycling, sustainable living, organic farming... i can't say enough about how wonderful this place is. I want to live there! More

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Maderas Volcano, El callejon publico la palmera, Balgue, Isla de Ometepe, Nicaragua
Price range (per night):* 10 AUD - 154 AUD

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