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Buena Vista Surf Club

Playa Maderas | San Juan Del Sur, Playa Maderas, San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua
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Families
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Couples
125
 
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Business
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    5 of 5 stars
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 June 2013 via mobile

We spent 3 days and 3 nights @ bvsc last month and had a fantastic experience... It truly lives up to all the positive reviews! It is located in a tropical paradise a quick walk to a beach with good surfing for all levels. The communal yoga sessions and meals create a really relaxed vibe; conversations lasted hours after dinner... More

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Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

The Surf Club is an amazing place to stay. The tree houses are awesome, each with a nice view and are very comfortable. The views are phenomenal but most importantly the owners and the atmosphere that they have created make this place truly special. The food was outstanding as well. I highly recommend to anyone going to visit Nicaragua. The... More

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Steamboat Springs, Colorado
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2013

Our entire trip to Nicaragua was fantastic and staying at BVSC was a highlight. I booked a treehouse and surf lessons as a surprise for my husband and it couldn't have turned out any better! The two young couples who host the hotel as well as the owners take every opportunity to make sure you have what you need and... More

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Kelowna, Canada
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15 reviews 15 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2013 via mobile

... staying here right now. It's as good as I remember from last year and I'll be back for more. Easily deserves its number 1 Trip Advisor ranking and various recent global press mentions. No surprises that they have been busy this year but the exclusive number if guests means it is always intimate and always cool. A cut above.

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Denver, Colorado
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11 reviews 11 reviews
8 hotel reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2013

After some initial scheduling issues, we were looking forward to ending our vacation at BVSC, hoping that our stay would live up to all the previous reviews. It did and we are so glad we stayed committed to visiting. Our two host couples, Ashley & Jose and Jet & Alex, were lovely and provided us with excellent meals all three... More

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Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Netherlands
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 March 2013

Booking at Buena Vista is the best you can do. It takes some time to get there, but it is worth the trip. Where SJDS itself is pretty crowded, this place + beach is the perfect place to relax, take some yoga lessons, read a book, meet some new people, enjoy good breakfasts and dinner and ride a big wave.... More

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London, United Kingdom
1 review
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 January 2013

Gesellig is a word unique to the Dutch, difficult to translate into English (especially if you don't speak Dutch). It's a blend of cosy, friendly, relaxing and welcoming. Buena Vista Surf Club dishes it out in spades through its owners Marc & Marielle with the support of Jose, Ashley, Kathleen and Jordan. It is a truly special place, with amazing,... More

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New York City, New York
Senior Contributor
22 reviews 22 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 January 2013

Buena Vista Surf Club is truly one of the most special and amazing places we have ever stayed anywhere in the world. It's simply beautiful, off the beaten path, and very relaxing. However, it's not a luxury resort (a plus in my book), which means it's not for everyone and therefore, it does attract a certain type of traveler. Marc... More

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Chicago, Illinois, United States
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 December 2012

I'm sure like many other travelers out there, I've always been in search of that magical, amazing place to stay while traveling; some place that's more than a bed to sleep in at night- a place that's truly an experience unique unto itself. It's usually a hit or miss. This time, I felt like I hit the jackpot! Buena Vista... More

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Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 December 2012

Buena Vista Surf Club is not for everyone. If you are a member of the Four Seasons or even the Marriott fan club, this is not the place for you. However, if you do not mind the lack of warm water in the shower, no AC in the rooms (you really don’t need it) or the 45-degree incline trek to... More

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Hotel Summarization (Beta)

What travellers say

  • Family style(6)
  • Tree house(5)
  • Great time(4)
  • Howler monkey(4)
  • Other guest(4)
  • Marc Marielle(4)
  • Very comfortable(3)
  • Infinity deck(3)
  • Playa Maderas(3)
  • Day trip(3)

Additional Information about Buena Vista Surf Club

Address: Playa Maderas | San Juan Del Sur, Playa Maderas, San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua
Region: Nicaragua > San Juan del Sur > Playa Maderas
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Free Breakfast Free Parking
Hotel Style:
Ranked #1 of 1 hotels in Playa Maderas
Price range (per night): $94 - $136
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The Buena Vista Surf Club is an intimate design eco-lodge at Playa Maderas, San Juan Del Sur. A unique place for both surfers and non-surfers! Surf or learn how to surf or just enjoy the amazing beaches. Enjoy great home cooked, family style dinners with new friends, do yoga or relax at the 'infinity' sundeck and watch the wildlife from your ‘treehouse’! ... more   less 
Also Known As:
Buena Vista Surf Club Hotel Playa Maderas
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