Jakes on the Beach

Las Penitas · Nicaragua

Jakes on the Beach

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Facilities

🏊 Swimming Pool 👕 Laundry 💻 Coworking Space 🌅 Outdoor Terrace 🌿 Garden 🌆 Rooftop 🍳 Free Breakfast 🍺 Bar
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Free WiFi Free Internet Access Luggage Storage Reception (Limited Hours) Restaurant Meals Available Linen Included Air Conditioning Towels Included Charging Plugs 24 Hour Security Social Balcony

Prices

Dorms $33 / night

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Recent reviews

Germany Group Mar 17, 2026 7.0/10

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Germany FEMALE 31-40 Mar 7, 2026 Atm 100%

Jakes is an amazing place to chill at the beach and in the pool. The staff, the volunteers and the owner are all incredibly nice and helpful. The breakfast was different every morning and always very delicious. The dorm room and beds are new and very nice. During the weekend there is a more local crowd hanging out at the beach club, so you get the chance to talk to locals without leaving the place. During the week it is rather quiet and ideal for those seeking something peaceful at the beach.

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Germany Couple Mar 4, 2026 9.0/10

+ Our stay at Jake’s in Las Peñitas was absolutely wonderful. From the very first moment, we felt completely at home. The vibe of this place is something really special, and that’s largely thanks to Darren, the owner, and Jake, his lovely dog. Darren is always in a great mood, incredibly welcoming, and has such a natural sense of humor that instantly makes you feel comfortable. Together, Darren and Jake are an amazing team who give this place its heart and soul. You can truly feel how much love and passion they put into creating a relaxed and safe atmosphere for their guests. The staff is very friendly and attentive, and we always felt safe and well taken care of. The whole place has a calm, laid-back energy that makes it easy to unwind and simply enjoy the moment. Breakfast is freshly prepared every day and very tasty. A bit more variety would make it even better, but we still looked forward to it every morning. We would come back anytime without hesitation and genuinely wish Darren and Jake all the very best for the future. Thank you for making our stay in Las Peñitas so memorable!

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Nicaragua Couple Feb 28, 2026 5.0/10

- El desayuno es pequeño y sólo te incluye una taza de café. ¡Eso es increíble! La persona de servicio es amable, pero no tiene otra opción que cumplir con las reglas del lugar. Luego de eso, te cobran por una taza adicional, el desayuno incluído no está a la altura cuando la tarifa de hospedaje es igual a un hotel de cadena internacional. Es una sola opción de desayuno y una cantidad absurdamente pequeña. El agua se va de las instalaciones, entra la bomba de agua, y de inmediato se va la energía, otra vez sin agua. En toda la estadía se fue como 7 veces la energía eléctrica.

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United States Couple Feb 19, 2026 4.0/10

+ It’s in front of the beach

- This is my second time staying here and what a difference from the first experience. Upon arrival the place looked deserted, unkempt, rundown. The patio and pool were dirty, the restaurant was closed. The next day because the owner was arriving people started cleaning and it definitely made a difference but will never stay here. When I complained I was told i could get a refund for my second night as they didn’t need my money that bad. Extremely unprofessional. Don’t recommend it.

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USA FEMALE 25-30 Feb 18, 2026 Atm 100%

One of the best places I’ve ever stayed. Great location, the beach is gorgeous! I’d say it’s centrally located; can get to both sides of the village within 10 minutes. The food was great & priced well. The pool is very refreshing. Darrin, the owner, went above & beyond to make sure everyone was comfortable & had everything they needed. Such a special place with so much character, charm, & value. The dorm rooms a great size, comfortable, & the AC is a great bonus! Its own little paradise!

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Nicaragua Couple Feb 16, 2026 9.0/10

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Switzerland Couple Feb 16, 2026 10.0/10

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Nicaragua Group Feb 15, 2026 1.0/10

+ Nada. Pésimo el servicio

- No tenían mi reservacion así que tuve que esperar por 3 horas mientras buscaban por otro alojamiento cercano, nos mandaron a uno de al lado con el cual estabamos contentas pero a los 5 minutos tambien nos fueron a sacar pirque estaba tambien resevadl y luego nos dieron otro a unos 6 minutos en auto el cual era de pésima calidad y servicio. me dieron a cambio almuerzo (a su elección) y desayuno (el cual no cumplieron) y tuvimos que buscar por otro lado.

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Canada Family Feb 15, 2026 10.0/10

+ Darren is a super host, such a friendly guy who went above and beyond for every guest who walked through the door! Jake gives the best hugs, staff were attentive and friendly, the food is exceptional, and the location is awesome!

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Germany Couple Feb 11, 2026 5.0/10

+ Die Lage am Sandstrand war sehr schön.

- Keine Zimmerreinigung, kein Roomservice, keine frischen Handtücher, keine Seife oder Shampoo im Bad vorhanden, nur kaltes Wasser, der Föhn funktionierte nicht, Getränke sind ausgegangen

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Canada Couple Feb 5, 2026 8.0/10

+ La proximité avec la plage Accepte les chiens

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Nicaragua Group Feb 2, 2026 10.0/10

+ La hospitalidad de Darren, personalmente da la bienvenida y hace sentir a uno como si te conociera de años. Es una gran persona muy dedicado a su local. Me encanto Jake hahahaha al inicio te intimida pero luego te das cuenta que tiene un gran corazón.

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Russia Couple Jan 26, 2026 10.0/10

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Ireland Couple Jan 25, 2026 8.0/10

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Nicaragua Couple Jan 20, 2026 7.0/10

+ Good location, easy access. Comfortable bedrooms. The food is very good.

- They have an organizational issue. Understaffed. Only one cook serving meals for over 70 people with no assistant in the kitchen. The kitchen closes at 7 pm but NO ONE mentions that in advance, you have to figure it out when it’s 6 minutes past closing, you’re starving and they tell you to walk 15 minutes at night to another restaurant cause they never mentioned that kitchen closes when dinner time just starts for normal people. They also don’t have a back up power. The electricity got cut out in the whole village and they took it as if that’s common but they haven’t figured out a backup plan for energy blackouts ?? Stood in the room with no light, no AC and they didn’t have a backup. The staff is very kind and sweet, the food is amazing but they’re understaffed and the organizational issue might be the owner’s or managers fault.

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Nicaragua Group Jan 18, 2026 1.0/10

+ Nada

- Buscaron la primera oportunidad para aprovechar y ganar mas, el lugar estaba sucio, las habitaciones no son cómodas para descansar.

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United States Couple Jan 6, 2026 8.0/10

+ Location

- Holiday weekend and was very busy. No food after 6:30

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Nicaragua Family Jan 5, 2026 10.0/10

+ The place was beautiful, definitely would recommend staying here, the room was big enough and the beds were comfortable as well, food was also very nice, sad we weren’t able to try their pizza :(

- Everything was great

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Nicaragua Group Jan 2, 2026 9.0/10

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