I was in town for my cousin's wedding at TreeCasa, and was recommended to stay at El Jardin with some of the other wedding guests. I am very happy I did. The view is incredible and the setting very intimate. El Jardin has wonderful, attentive staff and offers an experience that feels like a welcoming B&B, homey and without the cost and pretentiousness of a larger corporate hotel. The breakfast provided daily is very good, as are the offerings on the lunch menu. The room was comfortable and clean, with a view of the ocean. Transportation to and from the hotel was easy, as the staff was happy provide the contact of a taxi driver (which driver was happy to provide transportation for us on our request throughout our stay in SJDS). I had a great stay at El Jardin and highly recommend it.

The mattresses are very firm, but this may not be a problem for others. Additionally, bedding includes only a top sheet and two pillows, which may not meet the needs of many guests. There were periodically some medium-sized spiders in the room, but the hotel is located in a dense, undisturbed jungle, where I'd hope there are more spiders than humans!

Very nice, helpful and polite staff, genuinely trying to understand my very poor Spanish. Tasty Italian style food in the restaurant. Very nice breakfast with many choices. Nice pool and stunning view over the jungle to the sea. Beautiful sunset. Found a nice forest route for walking nearby, though finding it was a bit tricky.

My room (#1) was small and dark, but I guess it is the only one. (I booked late.) Nice and roomy shower, though. The road to the hotel was in very bad condition, taking 15~20 minutes and USD $15-20 by taxi.

The place is amazing, very quiet, nice pool, good food, birds. Room upgrade for free to one with stunning seaview

The final price on booking didn't include 10% taxes, was written in small letter only after clicking on the little info icon. The water from the shower itched in my eyes.

The view and the food was exceptional! The staff was really polite, the pool amazing... In general, we had an amazing time there!! Definitely recommend!

Maybe they could paint the front walls, the ones surrounding the parking lot, that is the first thing we see, and it was peeled and gray, not like the building ones

The hotel staff, clifftop views of the gorgeous coastline, sunsets and delicious food at the hotel all made this a very memorable stay. I worked remotely and was very satisfied with the wifi. My room was quite basic but clean and comfortable with good A/C.

Beautiful view, clean pool, nice eating area to see the view. Staff was very attentive.

The road is difficult to drive. We came during the rainy season with a small two-wheel drive. We made it up the hill, but some may find it to be tricky. I imagine it's not as bad during the dry season.

We loved this place & even extended our stay and would not leave if Nicaragua hadn’t so many other beautiful places to offer. Breathtaking view, lovely hosts, authentic and tasty breakfast, clean rooms (white, stainless & fresh bedsheets and towels), refreshing pool, hot showers, a/c, peaceful & tranquil (no noises from cars, bars etc.) surrounded by nature. Basically anything you could wish for. They even have a Happy Hour for cocktails 🍹 A car comes in handy as it is secluded (hilltop 2km from San Juan del sur) but we managed well with hitchhiking during the day and cabs at night. We would always choose this place again over the stays in town - the view and everything else is definitely worth it! Thank you for an amazing stay

This place had the most beautiful view and of the ocean along with incredible plants though out the property. Along with that they served the most amazing breakfast included in the price. I will definitely be back.

Excellent choices of breakfast, enjoyed the fresh fruits.

We booked what was available through Booking, and the room didn't have a balcony. We had to request another room. Good thing they had it but a slightly higher rate.

staff were lovely, breakfast was good, place was clean. My only complaint were that the beds were horrible. Felt like i was sleeping on a board.

put matress toppers on beds