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Hotel Colonial: Traveler Reviews

3.0 of 5
Del Parque Central 25 Varas al Norte, Calle La Libertad, Granada, Nicaragua
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Wasaga Beach, Canada
Senior Contributor
34 reviews 34 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
“Great choice!”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 1, 2013

On a friend's recommendation we chose this hotel for two nights for our Costa Rican 'out-of-country' requirement.

We asked to change our second-floor room to the first floor and were fortunate to receive the last room available in the hotel. No problem. We were in Room #2. No window, but a skylight over the door and another in the bathroom. The room appeared to be dark, but we had adequate lighting, unless the power was off, which is a frequent happening in Nicaragua these days. We either left the door open when we were in the room or moved on to one of the many common areas in the hotel.

The ambiance in the hotel is lovely. There are two pools with sitting areas. A breakfast area and bar are available in-house. The breakfasts were delicious and the service was great. The hotel is situated just off the city square and close to many restaurants and local attractions. There is an excellent tour office off the lobby and Julien took us to two of the local mercados and waited patiently while we enjoyed our outing. The staff is very friendly, English-speaking and very accommodating.

We also experienced a time during the days when water was not available. However, we were told when the water would be turned on, and the information was correct. Just be sure and check the taps everywhere before you soap up!

This is a lovely Colonial town and this hotel is a clean, reasonably-priced hotel with lovely art work and landscaping in a great location. I have no qualms about recommending this very comfortable hotel.

  • Stayed January 2013, traveled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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hotelcolonialgranada, Manager at Hotel Colonial, responded to this review
February 21, 2013
Dear Sheila

Thank you for your report.

We hope to see you one day again in this beatiful country with the oldest colonial city in the America's.

Regards and best wishes to Canada from down south

Remo
Manager
Hotel Colonial
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newtown
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
“Elegant, sophisticated”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 20, 2013

We had a lovely weekend stay here while in Granada. Cool, shady ambiance away from the busy street out front. Great coffee and service for the included breakfast. Very kind and attentive, helpful front desk people. Easy access to the central plaza and the sights of the city. Would definitely stay here again.

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  • Stayed January 2013, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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San Isidro de El General, Costa Rica
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25 reviews 25 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
“SWEET HOTEL”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 19, 2013

The only thing stopping me from an excellent review was the water pressure. The location was very good. We liked being just off the square and not right on it. The room was not huge but fit a king sized bed comfortably. It was very quiet at night. Our room was number 7 and only had a window over the door and another one up high over the sink in the bathroom. It really didn't bother us but there are rooms with windows. There were two small pools that looked very clean. Over all the hotel was very clean. The people very helpful and it was quite colorful with colorful tiles paint and artwork throughout.

  • Stayed January 2013, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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olympia washington
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13 reviews 13 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Respite from busy works”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 19, 2013 via mobile

Started our first Nica vacation here and felt very lucky. Booked 4 nights, added another. Loved the pool, the quiet, and chatting other guests. Good breakfast. Big room with two queen beds, AC (though we used mostly the ceiling fan only). Water supply fine except one afternoon while city re-pressurized the system. $80 pre-tax rate included breakfast. Close to everything we wanted to walk to.

  • Stayed January 2013
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Houston, Texas
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50 reviews 50 reviews
29 hotel reviews
Reviews in 32 cities Reviews in 32 cities
40 helpful votes 40 helpful votes
“Not that great”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed January 18, 2013 via mobile

Lousy service, no water in room or available for guests, boring artwork, unimpressive lobby, so so AC. IT IS 11am and pool Cushions missing. Waited till 4 for room cleaner yesterday. Hotel is nearly empty. They charge 50 for ride from airport, ten dollar markup. Many better choices in town for better price

  • Stayed January 2013
    • 2 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 1 of 5 stars Service
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hotelcolonialgranada, Gerente at Hotel Colonial, responded to this review
January 21, 2013
Regarding each point we answer the following: It may be true there was no water pressure but in each room we have a cordial note that says to call front desk to put the water pump. (It’s a city problem, not a hotel problem) With the a/c we have newly installed Trane a/c`s. This is a good brand here. The corridors and courtyard are all decorated in a beautiful colonial style, but we respect alls opinion. We recall that that morning it had rained so we put the cushions back later when they dried, normally they are out 24/7. December is high season, so the hotel WAS very full that day (37 / 37 rooms) and this is why we took a while to do the cleaning. For the airport it takes 1 hour to get there, and 1 hour to return. The U$50 dollars we charge is for a private transportation in our Minivan, total (not per person) , it is impossible that anyone will charge you 10 dollars total to take you to the airport unless it is COLECTIVE ride or in the public buses that take 2 hours to just get there.
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Also Known As:
Colonial Hotel Granada
Address: Del Parque Central 25 Varas al Norte, Calle La Libertad, Granada, Nicaragua
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Region: Nicaragua > Granada Department > Granada
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Center Free High-Speed Internet Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#5 Romantic Hotels in Granada
#7 Business Hotels in Granada
#7 Family Hotels in Granada
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Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Hotel Colonial is the place to stay in Nicaragua for your vacations it is also the perfect base for you to explore the rest of this wonderful country. On the shores of Lake Nicaragua, Granada is the oldest Colonial City in the new world. Hotel Colonial was built in 1999; it was created having in mind the colonial style of the older houses in Granada. We have 37 rooms and 10 of them are suites, every one have king size beds or two queen size beds, they also feature air conditioner, private bathroom, cable TV, radio, clock, direct phone, excellent bilingual trained staff as well as all the comfort that a four star hotel can provide. Our restaurant offers you many kind of breakfast. ... more   less 
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