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Reviews of The Flamingo Experience

Beachfront House on South End of Playa Remanso, 48600 San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua

#1 of 16 B&Bs and inns in San Juan del Sur

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Review Score

Based on 42 B&B reviews

9.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.9

  • Comfort

    9.9

  • Location

    9.6

  • Facilities

    9.8

  • Staff

    10.0

  • Value for money

    9.6

  • Free Wifi

    8.8

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  • Reviewed: April 11, 2025

    10
    Luxurious beach house with unbeatable view of the little bay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • King Suite with Ocean View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Luxurious beach house with unbeatable view of the little bay. Direct beach access, good food nearby and friendly staff. Secure parking.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 11, 2025

    10
    Heaven on earth.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • King Suite with Ocean View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    That I couldn’t stay longer!

    Everything was like a dream! Ali was so accommodating and friendly. The design is exquisite, every detail simplistic, functional, streamlined, and open to create an oasis in which to enjoy the natural beauty of the ocean and still have comforts of luxury. The food was delicious, beds so comfortable, view out of this world. I am already planning to go back.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: April 10, 2025

    10
    Peaceful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite with Ocean View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Little rough drive but worth it.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 5, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • King Suite with Ocean View
    • Stayed 6 nights

    Nothing really noteworthy

    Truly exceptional experience across all dimensions. You're less than a minute away from a beautiful sand beach where you can hang out or surf. In the afternoons you have a perfect view of the beautiful sunsets over the ocean. The facilities are in amazing conditions and in general the house looks like it is from an architecture magazine. You wake up in the early morning from the sound of the waves and the chirping of the birds. All in all just an incredible experience. The two things I'd like to highlight specifically: 1. Ali and Frania (the hosts) have been incredibly nice and helpful. Whenever I needed something they got it organized within less than an hour and always had helpful advice and recommendations. Their staff is great as well. 2. I worked remotely from the property for the entire week and that worked out super smoothly and seamlessly. The rooms are equipped with a desk and the internet is super fast (probably faster than what I have in my apartment in New York). Electricity and the internet also continued working when the village itself experienced an outage (happened 1-2 times briefly during my stay). All in all, I highly recommend staying with Ali and Frania, it's going to be one of those positive and special experiences that stay with you for a while

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 31, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite with Ocean View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The flamingo experience was more than we had planned for. It was amazing truly amazing great staff great location only good things to say about and will be back.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 25, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite with Ocean View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The owner has quite a few dogs, so if you are a dog lover, you will enjoy them too, as they live on the property. However, if you are resisting pets, they might be a bit invasive. They don't bark, and Ali makes sure they are not around you if he feels you don't want them. I saw one dog chill in the pool once, which is why I didn't get to use the pool at all.

    This place is a hidden gem, a great oasis! It's a new facility, so you can feel the freshness. The decor is modern, the beds are comfortable, and the bathroom is fabulous. The VIEW from the room is otherworldly! There are not too many people or buildings in and around the lagoon, which makes this place ever more attractive if you are looking for a relaxed vacation, where the whole beach is qll yours. Ali is an amazing guy who is always available to answer any question you may have. He treats everyone like a family. Having been to 125 countries and stayed in thousands of places, I can definitely say this is one of the greatest properties I have been to.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 23, 2025

    10
    Nicaragua’s version of paradise. Wish I could have stayed longer.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • King Suite with Ocean View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The construction & dirt roads leading to the property. It’s nobody’s fault… it would make the travel better once it’s finished.

    Super clean, amazing facilities, beautiful view, easy check in! Ali went above & beyond to make the experience incredible.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 21, 2025

    10
    Our stay at Flamingo Experience exceeded our expectations and we didn’t want to leave!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite with Ocean View
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We had an amazing time at Flamingo Experience and consider it one of our favourite accommodations we’ve stayed in. Frania and Ali have thought of everything to make your vacation feel fun, relaxing, and easy. The property itself along with its location right on playa Remanso is gorgeous. We couldn’t stop taking videos and photos of the view, especially at sunset. The food was also exceptional. The free breakfast was delicious and on top of that, Ali cooked for us and some other guests twice - we did a steak/tuna night and a kebab night. He also made delicious cocktails throughout our stay and was always available to book us taxis to go to San Juan Del Sur or Playa Maderas and arranged a day out on a boat for us as well. Wouldn’t change a thing and would love to come back!

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 13, 2025

    10
    Really a beautiful experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • King Suite with Ocean View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything was just perfect

    What a beautiful location and amazing house. The host is so nice … I had a great time

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 11, 2025

    10
    We had an exceptional stay at The Flamingo. It sits up high overlooking a beautiful beach, with a short walk to the long
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite with Ocean View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We loved the property.

    It's a little gem! Spectacular view from our room, the pool and decks. It is private and quiet. The friendly owner acts as concierge and bartender. The property is fairly new, and the rooms are modern and well thought out.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: February 28, 2025

    10
    Incredible spot with an amazing view. Ali and the staff were incredibly helpful withmy accommodations.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • King Suite with Ocean View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything! The host and staff were very helpful

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 8, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite with Ocean View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There's a very steep hill you have to get down to arrive at the house. Not a problem just be aware

    Love the location and the host does an amazing job. Views are incredible and everything was super comfortable

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 5, 2025

    10
    Ali and his staff were absolutely amazing! On top of that the place he has built is one of a kind!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • King Suite with Ocean View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    I dont usually take the time to write reviews but in this case i felt i had to. Ali and his staff were absolutely amazing! On top of that the place he has built is one of a kind! Awesome atmosphere. Amazing view. Amazing beach. i dont think you can find anywhere else in SJDS this nice for the price. If you want to bunk up with 30 people and spend $10 a night you better go stay in town at a Hostel. If you want a high end experience with an overall amazing atmosphere that has everything you need, i cant recommend this place enough!! i would rate it higher than a 10 if i could!! Thanks again Ali!!

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 20, 2025

    10
    Really gorgeous hotel perfect for relaxing or surfing
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite with Ocean View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Breakfast could be more diverse

    Very well located on the beach, friendly owner and staff, beautiful view, very comfortable and clean rooms

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 19, 2025

    10
    Amazing for everyone that didn’t sprain their ankle could not have asked for better and Idid sprain my ankle Iwish I c
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • King Suite with Ocean View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Not the property at all. Nothing bad. Just medical facilities are a couple hours away. Property and team were awesome

    Incredible location. We rented all three rooms so had the villa to ourselves. Ali and Frania were great hosts. Breakfast included and the BBQ’d an amazing steak dinner for us on the second night. I sprained my ankle as we arrived so spent much of my time in be. The rest of my group had an awesome time. They even sent someone out for tensor bandages and crutches for me. The crutches came from Managua, several hours away. The view, service and property itself were amazing. And 7 morkies looking after us? Who could ask for more

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 19, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • King Suite with Ocean View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Breakfast was great. Host was wonderful. Location was amazing

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 18, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite with Ocean View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The hot water pressure was somewhat low in our room. Once we brought it to Ali's attention he was on it right away. Fixed it the same day.👍

    A piece of paradise overlooking one of the most picturesque beaches on the San Juan del Sur coast. Ali and Frania have curated a space and an experience that will make you want to come back again and again. What you see in pictures is exactly what you see in person. What you don't see in the pictures is the easy beach access. Its just a few feet from the front gate down a short walkway. You can go for a beach walk at any time. Or you could just kick back in the infinity pool with 2 Nica lagers and simply enjoy the sights and sounds of the surf as it washes the Pacific into the beach with surfers in tow. Breakfast is varied and flexible. Typical Nicaraguan or typical American. Or whatever or however you like your breakfast. It's only 4 or 5 rooms in the villa so it is never crowded or rushed. For dinner, you can walk down the beach to the beach restaurants and cafes. The offerings there are varied and reasonable. Or you can arrange a taxi to go into the town for more options (but almost no one wants to leave the property.). Or order in. In short, the place has all you need for a perfect stay.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: December 23, 2024

    9.0
    Awesome getaway
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite with Ocean View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    My partner and I had an unforgettable stay at this beachfront hotel! The location was perfect, offering breathtaking ocean views and just steps away from the beach. The host was warm, friendly, and went above and beyond to make our stay special. The room was cozy, spotless, and ideal for a couple's getaway. Everything about the experience was perfect, and we highly recommend this place for anyone seeking a romantic and relaxing escape. We can’t wait to come back!

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 3, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite with Ocean View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Even though we weren't lucky with the weather we really enjoyed out stay at flamingos. The hosts were super nice. Would def. recommend.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: November 25, 2024

    9.0
    Great place to relax, unwind and enjoy the essence of pura vida.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite with Ocean View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We had bad weather so it was a little difficult to get to due to washed out roads - I believe this will be fixed soon and wouldn’t deter us coming back.

    The property was clean, beautiful views/sunset and comfortable bed. Recent build so everything is modern and can’t beat the beach front location. Great beach for learning to surf. Friendly hosts who live onsite so available to help with recommendations/booking things etc.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: October 24, 2024

    10
    Casa Flamingo is everything you hope for in a relaxing vacation and so much more.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite with Ocean View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing at all!

    Location, views, people, atmosphere…

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: October 8, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • King Suite with Ocean View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Beautifully appointed in great location. Superb sunsets

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: September 22, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite with Ocean View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    This place is pure heaven. Paradise. Incredible spot, in a beautiful secluded location. The pool is amazing. Best sleep I've had in ages, the beds were so comfy! Would 1000% recommend

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 16, 2024

    10
    Paradise!!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite with Ocean View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Loved everything

    Everything we needed! Reset from reality!

    Stayed in September 2024

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