Ecolodge Playa Hermosa

Amazing beach! Food, drinks, massage, surf boards & lessons all available, all reasonable prices. Little cabanas and hammocks everywhere, good WiFi, free to use. Absolutely gorgeous; the sunsets are picturesque and cannot be overstated. Go here now, thank me later.

Amazing location. As others noted, the sunsets are stunning and if you are surfing there is no better feeling than having the whole beach to yourself early in the morning. BUT BUT BUT, I genuinely don’t understand how this place can call itself an “Eco Resort” while almost every aspect of its operations contradicts that label. - They use plastic straws, while many places in Nicaragua have already moved on to reusable options. - Toiletries are single-use and disposable instead of refillable dispensers—basic eco standards completely ignored. - The menu is overwhelmingly meat-heavy, with just one sad veggie pasta and a plain salad as the only vegetarian options. It's almost comical how little thought has gone into sustainability here. No indication of organic or locally sourced ingredients either. - No sign of renewable energy use—in fact, there's a loud diesel generator in the backyard. - Zero effort for water conservation. The toilets leak constantly, and there isn’t even a polite reminder in the rooms to consider water usage. The list goes on but this was easily the least eco-conscious hotel I’ve stayed at in Nicaragua—and ironically, the only one that markets itself as an “Eco Resort.” It feels like false advertising, and it’s a shame, because the location has real potential.

Basic hotel in front of a beautiful beach , very friendly staff they try to accommodate all your needs , food and drinks are good in their restaurant they have surfboards for rent by “Nativa Surf “ by Pedro ( which also is very helpful and provide tips on where to surf etc ) also surf lessons upon request Only 15 minutes from San Juan del Sur you are close enough to town but away from the noise and hassle of the city Glad I stayed here for 2 nights

Location is amazing and at night its great how remote it is. The rooms and lodging are very basic but its worth it especially being able to have the whole beach to yourselves. This is the only lodging on the beach and there are only a handful of rooms. The place is busy during the day with day travelers who frequent the beach and bar/restaurant, but its amazingly quiet at night. The staff was great and very accommodating. One huge issue we had, which arguably is outside of the responsibility of the lodge, was that illegal poaching of endangered sea turtles and their eggs appeared to be happening on the doorstep of the "ecolodge." We witnessed where a sea turtle had just buried eggs in sand, only to see that it had been dug up a few hours after. Every night people would be on the beach signaling to one another with flashlights, and they told us frankly they were working as a unit to get turtles and eggs. I understand the financial hardships that would push people to this kind of work, but I would also hope that this "ecolodge" would push to make Playa Hermosa a sanctuary for endangered turtles and earn the title of an "ecolodge."

Excellent service and location was lovely. We were able to eat, drink, swim, and laugh. Came with family and friends. Will come again soon.

We spent a couple hours here one afternoon/evening and came back for the day as well. We were looking to get the kids their first lessons, enjoy a nice beach, and relax with a few beers/snacks. This place checked all the boxes. Instructors were super attentive and the kids enjoyed every minute. Boards were def well used but didn't matter to us. Service was great, beers were cold, and food was good. Would def make this a repeat.

This place is heaven- the staff are so nice, the water is perfect for families, the garden and hammocks and beach shelters could keep you happy for weeks. Staff do leave you alone overnight with just security, no service, but at least they leave a coffee station set up for the early mornings you won't want to miss. Surf lessons, a high quality restaurant and a massage spa. What more could you want? The 3km dirt road crosses the creek about 8 times so 4wd is necessary during the rainy season.

I've come across a number of 'eco' hotels in Nicaragua and have yet to find out what that actually means. I find it very unsustainable and cruel, that the owner of this place and the beautiful surrounding area, lets the staff and guests partake in scavenging for and eating seaturtle eggs and hunt iguanas. Not only are these animals an important reason to why tourist come here in the first place but animals like seaturtles are endangered and stealing their eggs highly illegal. It seems like they do not understand what precious assets they posses at this wonderful location. A hotel that has taken steps to reduce its environmental impact can rightly call itself 'eco'. This place, not so much.