La Bastilla Ecolodge
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La Bastilla Coffee Estates Las Colinas, Jinotega Nicaragua
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On a coffee estate within the stunning Datanli El Diablo nature reserve, La Bastilla Ecolodge offers beautiful eco-friendly accommodation, with all profits supporting our educational project.We are a not-for-profit Ecolodge set in the mountains of northern Nicaragua, enjoying stunning panoramic views over the forested valleys and Apanás Lake. In this breathtaking atmosphere with limited mobile phone connection we invite you to disconnect from the worries of daily life and unwind.We offer cosy wooden cabins with all the creature comforts, including private balconies with rocking chairs to enjoy the sunset, solar hot water showers and fluffy towels. Those travelling on a budget can choose to stay in one of our comfortable dormitories and deck-camping platforms, which offer you the same amenities as the private rooms. (Please be advised that there are no sockets in the rooms, but you can charge any equipment on our events’ platform.)All room rates include continental breakfast, but for a small charge we also offer the traditional Nicaraguan breakfast, Pancakes, Omelettes etc. All delicious meals are made from local produce (where possible directly at La Bastilla Technical Agricultural High School) and freshly prepared in our onsite restaurant, where you can enjoy a variety of meals between 6am and 9pm. Apart from relaxing in a hammock on our platform common area or enjoying the views and breathtaking sunsets, we invite you to take one of our several guided tours (hikes in the nature reserve, or tours through the coffee farm, including a tasting session, tour of the High School’s production areas), or walk our trails by yourselves.We offer the highest standards of environmental sustainability including our own system of solar electricity and solar-powered hot water, recycling, composting and bio-digestors.Please note:Cancellation Policy: 24 hours before the arrivalCheck in time: please contact us to arrange your arrival timeCheck out time: 11.00 amMethod of Payment upon arrival: both credit cards and cash (US$ or cordobas)Breakfast is included.Taxes are included.We offer discounts for children under 12, under 6's go freeIf coming in your own vehicle, a high 4x4 is highly recommended as roads are steep and rocky. Any other vehicle can get to the High School (10 minutes walk up the steep hill to the Ecolodge)We are a social enterprise; your stay contributes directly to supporting La Bastilla Agricultural High School which provides a comprehensive technical education for young people from impoverished backgrounds: 100% of our profits go towards the operating costs of the school
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Free breakfast
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Thank you so much La Bastilla and staff. We had a fantastic 3 night stay here. The birdwatching morning walk with Rodrigo was excellent, the food was terrific, everyone was friendly and helpful including helping us with a flat tyre, the estate is beautiful with lots of bird life and good scenery, the rooms are comfortable and very clean, and the hot water was much appreciated. I highly recommend a visit to this ecolodge. English is spoken by a couple of people, and as always a bit of Spanish helps.
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Date of stay: February 2020Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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This was our second visit to the place and we loved our two-night stay here. It was a great feeling to be surrounded by greenery and also see the mountains and also a lake far away. We were again at the same cabin, #5 overlooking the mountains far away. We appreciated the great service lodge's staff rendered. They seemed to be working very hard all day to keep guest happy. The lodge had basic facilities including great hot water thanks to solar power, which we appreciated that in cool weather. The food was good at the restaurant and the kitchen was ready to go out of their way to provide whatever they can provide. The only recommendation I have is to develop a system to make the hiking paths recognizable. It was a good hiking area, but we found ourselves climbing all around in knee deep weeds looking for the paths. Simple signs indicating where to go would be very helpful. Somewhere we read a guide could be had, but we noticed there was only limited amount of people to do all this. Besides, we are seasoned hikers and we could have easily followed simple signs. We will come back and also will ask our friends to come get to know this ecolodge.…
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Date of stay: December 2019
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Visiting here is like leaving the world behind. Incredible scenery, wonderfully peaceful. The staff are so welcoming, the food excellent, and the cabins are comfortable with unforgettable views. Highly recommended.
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Date of stay: November 2019Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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We read the review of marlonj646 in march 2019, we really don’t understand this kind of review. (Really give 1 star without even visited?) We had a very good experience with la bastilla!! Whatsapp is an easy medium for them, but ofcourse text in spanish (use google translate). They picked us up in liguina, after we texted them in Jinotega. The room was very comfortable, amazing view, good beds, hot shower (!!). The staff was very kind and helpfull, we had a nice tour around the coffee farm, factory and school by Melvin. The food in the restaurant was very tasty. It’s nice to see the students practising their skills :) Thanks for an amazing experience! Marthe & Jeff
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Date of stay: June 2019Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Thank you for your comments and contributions, they really help us a lot. Three months have passed since your message but I'm glad to have access to our profile again to follow up on your comments or questions. Best regards Escarlet Vanegas
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Difficult to get to, and worth it! My friend was anxious driving up such a steep road with such tight turns, but we made it without incident. First, the young people that work there are absolutely amazing. Everyone went out of their way to make sure we enjoyed every minute. The young manager arranged for a horse back ride for me with a LOT of effort, Just to keep me happy. ( BTW-I wouldn’t recommend asking, the horse had to come from very far away ,which if I would’ve known -I would not have asked). The birdwatching was fantastic. The food was fantastic. The accommodations were very comfortable, clean, the coffee is great. Can’t say enough about the program. Really , an amazing place! I will try to go again, but Transportation is an issue. It would be great if they could reliably arrange to have people meet you in Jinotega. I tried to do this, but their Wi-Fi is spotty and I never got a response. Fortunately I found someone with the four-wheel-drive vehicle. The rest of history. Thank you everyone for my visit!…
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Date of stay: March 2018Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Claim Your Listing Frequently Asked Questions about La Bastilla Ecolodge
What are some of the property amenities at La Bastilla Ecolodge?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and free parking.
Which room amenities are available at La Bastilla Ecolodge?
Top room amenities include extra long beds, a view of a nearby landmark, and a view of the mountains.
What food & drink options are available at La Bastilla Ecolodge?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and complimentary tea during their stay.
Does La Bastilla Ecolodge have an airport shuttle?
Yes, La Bastilla Ecolodge offers an airport shuttle for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are pets allowed at La Bastilla Ecolodge?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at La Bastilla Ecolodge?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Spanish.
Does La Bastilla Ecolodge have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the mountain view available here.