Humble Beginnings
I’m Michael Maynard, the co-founder/owner/manager of the hostel. It’s hard to believe that its been 8 years since the hostel was opened! Looking back on that time, it’s hard not to feel a sense of...
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Nicaragua, the Gem
While perhaps still not at the top of most people’s travel list, there is no doubt that the tourism sector of Nicaragua has come a long way in the past few years. Where there were once few options for...
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A Trip To the Masaya Volcano
One of the natural wonders of Nicaragua are the number of active volcanoes that are located within its borders. Two of the most active are located within a very short distance from Managua; Momotombo,...
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Managua Insider
So, you’ve managed to get yourself from the airport to your hostel and hey, nothing happened! There were no robberies, no assaults. It wasnt just good luck, it’s becasuse Managua is one of the safest...
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Skip the hotel and try a hostel
“Our battered suitcases were piled on the sidewalk again; we had longer ways to go. But no matter, the road is life.” –Jack Kerouac Hostels have been around for many years but are often overlooked as a...
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Special Procedures During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, we have made some changes to procedures at the hostel. Managua Backpackers Inn is open, but with reduced staff and extra hygiene procedures in place. To keep our guests,...
View ArticleHow to Get From Managua to Granada
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View ArticleHow To Get Your COVID-19 Test in Nicaragua
How To Get Your COVID-19 Test in Nicaragua With many countries, including Canada and The U.S., requiring a negative COVID-19 test in order to enter the country, travel can still be complicated. We...
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Everything You Need to Know About Backpacker Travel Insurance
If you’re a seasoned backpacker, digital nomad or long-term traveler, you’ve probably heard of travel insurance before but you might not have purchased it. Find out everything you need to know about...
View ArticleWhat is the difference between a Hostel vs. a Hotel In Nicaragua?
If you’ve ever wondered what a hostel is and what the difference is between a hostel and a hotel, then this article is for you! To start, hostels and hotels have a lot of things in common. There are...
View ArticleDo I need to get a COVID test to travel to Nicaragua?
Yes, a negative COVID test is required to enter Nicaragua.With the number of cases of COVID starting to decrease in many countries, people are beginning to get the itch to travel again. A negative...
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