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
