You will not regret staying here! I was nervous at first because I was thinking that I wanted to avoid the typical "budget" hostel-type lodging situation in lieu of a more posh hotel, but this place FAR exceeded my expectations. I would go back here in a second, not only because you get to stay in well-kept rooms for a... More

So close to town and the best hosts you could ever ask for! The rooms are very comfortable and the AC keeps things cool in the hot weather. And if you want to do any exploring, they'll point you in the right direction

Casa Ariki feels like home! Comfortable, Clean, Warm and Welcoming! Sarah and Baldo are the perfect Hosts! Info on anything you might need, the perfect SJDS goodnight sleep location, and just the right distance from the center of town. I wish I could have stayed longer..but will be back for sure!!

I started travelling from Colorado to Nicaragua in April 2012. On my second trip down i got to meet the owners of Casa Ariki with my visit to San Juan. Turns out, not only will you be staying in clean, air conditioned rooms, but Baldo and Sarah (owners) will take you on cool private tours (surfing, repelling,etc). And, you will... More

Casa Ariki is close to everything but just far enough away from the noise and nightlife to allow for a good sleep. I missed out on breakfast (looked good!) as we chose to experience the market instead. Baldo's rapelling tour operates from the property and ziplines pick up there as well. Both tours are a lot of fun and recommended,... More

Found Casa Ariki on an internet search. Reviews all commented on what nice people the owners are. For us this means more than whether or not the building is 5 star. After all it is Sara and Baldo that we remember and smile. It is safe, friendly, clean , and located just out of the busy part of town. It... More

I just returned from a two day stay at Casa Ariki in San Juan del Sur. The accomodations were comfortable and the staff is wonderful. Great food and great coffie. The highlight of our stay was a rapelling tour by the owner, Baldo. We started with an historical tour of an old fort, then rapelled down a 360 foot cliff... More

I chose this place based on its fabulous ratings from prior guests, and I have to say, I have no idea why they loved it so much. For $50, I got a place where the noise of the run down building kept me up all night and one of my coldest showers in Nicaragua. The "free filtered water" did not... More

We only stayed for a few days and unfort8unateluy didn’t get to go surfing…which is clearly the thing to be doing in San Juan. Although there’s plenty to keep you occupied in a nice (if a bit touristy) beach town with loads of bars and restaurants. The owners were very friendly and available if you needed to ask questions etc..... More