goelencanto.com I wanted to extend my stay on Ometepe by 2 days but could not continue at the Hotel Istiam because of a group booking.I ended up here for 2 nights and was very satisfied. The hotel has a beautiful setting on a hilltop about 300 yards from the road. There are great views of the lake and the volcanoes.The... More

My wife and I spent 3 weeks at Carlos nature's wonderland in February. It was a very inspiring little paradise to finish writing my latest book and then sending by email to my publisher in Montreal right in the middle of Lake Nicaragua. My wife was my first reader and staunch critic. I even started writing my next book! The... More

If you're visiting Ometepe Island for the beautiful natural environment, this little place is ideal. There are approx 8 private rooms with baths. The covered porch has hammocks for laying back and enjoying the sounds and sights of this beautiful island. A very short distance away is the dining area which happens to serve some very, very delicious homemade meals... More

We stayed for three nights at El Encanto and were very pleased with our experience. Good Stuff: - Carlos is super friendly, knowledgeable, and accommodating. - The view from the restaurant of Volcan Concepcio is incredible. - The garden (HUGE!) is wonderful and has a great view of Volcan Maderas. - There is a book exchange so we were able... More

Although we only had enough time to stay two nights on Ometepe, they were both memorable and very affordable thanks to Carlos Espino and El Encanto. We especially enjoyed meeting our fellow travelers at El Encanto, the wonderful views of the two volcanoes, all of the flowers, and the lovely sunsets. Carlos, the owner, El Salvadorean by birth, but an... More

Don't let the faded sign by the road fool you. El Encanto is a perfect example of off-the-beaten-path quiet, natural beauty, great service, and great value. Our family (parents, son 11, daughter 14) stayed there for six nights in fall 2011. It's like living in a garden with attached small hotel and restaurant. And there is lots to do in... More

We took a chance taking out 6 year old to Nicaragua, but don't have any regrets. The owner of this little hotel organized our travel from teh airport all the way to the room and took care of us on the island as well by giving honest and very useful suggestions. El Encanto is a perfect basecamp for discovering the... More

El Encanto is a good choice of lodging for being in a rural area, but with bus access to other parts of Isla Ometepe. The owner is friendly, helpful, and speaks very good English. Meals, which are not included, are simple but tasty and prepared using fresh ingredients. The view from the open air restaurant is great; volcano gazing with... More

We stayed at El Encanto in Feb 2011 in the block of four rooms that each have their own private bathroom. We were not expecting 5 star accommodations and knew that Ometepe is not Canada or US. It's like stepping back in time. The hard-working owner works day and night on his property, cultivating and planting shrubs and flowers to... More