Our room was very hot and the ceiling fan only seemed to spin on slow speed. An extra fan in the room would’ve made a huge difference

We enjoyed our time here. The rooms are decorated really nice and the style is great! The private rooftop with an ocean view is amazing. The kitchen is well stocked and very clean

Stayed in April 2024

AC would make this place an 11/10 :D

10/10, great stay. Location is perfect, rooms are big and clean and have their own little terrace, and the people are friendly and helpful. We will definitely stay here again if we ever come back to Popoyo. Highly recommended!

Stayed in April 2024

The room is very hot. First night, I did not sleep well. I had to ask for a fan and it was an extra that I had to pay for every night. The fan helped and I slept well. But I think it should be included. Also, the pictures haven’t been updated and there is almost no view on the beach. I was a bit sad when I realized it because I booked to have a view ! But I ended up not caring that much afterwards because its so beautiful and clean and comfortable!

It was so so clean. I loved how they take care of their space. It was so beautiful. The kitchen was soooo clean and well organized. Small with only 4 rooms which makes it cozy and friendly. We met amazing people. I loved the deck ! It was amazing to chill and do yoga. I really enjoyed my stay.

Stayed in March 2024

It gets hot, you will need a fan but it's cheap. I am not a fan of aircons so I thing it is the way to go but they need a strong fan in the room with more ventilation. There is a house with farm animals almost across the road. Their dogs are anorexic. It was heartbreaking going passed this we tried to feed them daily while we were there.

If you want self service it's excellent close to supermarket and excellent kitchen facilities. Don't but crisps from the supermarket. Roof terrace with hammock and rocking chair and clothes line. Close to the beach. Good size rooms.

Stayed in March 2024

What a beautiful place! Great hosts, the curry evening is a very nice idea to bring people together, and it was very delicious! The rooftop terrace is a highlight.

Stayed in January 2024

N/a

Amazing guesthouse moments away from the beach. Each room has its own private terrace with hammocks and seats - the perfect area to relax. The room was lovely and spacious - exactly like the pictures. Marc and Meriken were amazing hosts - make sure you book in for curry night and noodle night! We extended our stay as we loved it so much. Hopefully we will be back in the future!

Stayed in March 2024

The property is very nice with very private rooms and a nice deck on top to lounge in hammocks in the shade.

Stayed in February 2024

We loved our time at Red Pepper ☺️

We LOVED Red Pepper! We originally booked for 10 days and ended up staying for 20. Mark and Mariken were wonderful, and were so generous with their time and knowledge of the area. We loved having the peace and quiet of our private rooftop. After travelling for 8 months, Red Pepper was the first place we extended our stay—twice! The Monday curry and Wednesday noodles can’t be beat. We cooked almost all of our meals except Monday and Wednesdays because we loved Marks cooking so much. We opted to rent an additional fan to help keep us cool at night. It’s about a 15 minute walk to Finca, where you can rent boards and surf the Popoyo break, and about 25min to Beginners Bay. We enjoyed the walk as a warm-up for surfing!

Stayed in January 2024

Everyone was very friendly, great access to the beach and surfing, great communication and help from host. Absolutely loved our stay.

Stayed in January 2024

- The rooms do get a little hot in the evenings. We were in the front room so perhaps this is due to this room getting the sun all day.

- The entire place is exceptionally clean and pristine. - The kitchen is one of the best organised we have seen. - Marc and Mariken were very welcoming. - The balcony above each room made this place special. - An incredibly tranquil place.

Stayed in December 2023

Amazing kitchen well equipped. Super friendly host’s and very comfortable beds.

Stayed in November 2023

The only challenge can be getting here and away, particularly if there is some bad weather as we had. But it is so worth it!

Just wonderful. It is so well designed and we felt at home instantly, the room is so comfortable with the breeze coming through and the only sound you hear at night is the crashing waves of the Pacific. The rooftop terrace is a lovely place to read and reflect, and you are just steps away from the beach. Marc and Mariken are great hosts and we enjoyed the Indonesian noodle night too!

Stayed in August 2023

A stronger ceiling fan would have been apreciated!

This is one of the nicest places we have stayed in on our travels! Gorgeous building with very thought out spaces for each room, the kitchen was amazing as well! Host were also very kind and helpful and Frankie is the sweetest! I had to work a few days and the wifi was excellent. Amazing spot!

Stayed in August 2023

Nothing!

We loved that we had our own terrace with two hammocks and loved the kitchen! Also the owners are SO lovely!!

Stayed in August 2023

Nothing!

Absolutely loved this place - perfect beach side location a very short walk from the along the beach from the main Popoyo surf break, and right next to a great board rental shop and some good restaurants. We loved the little private rooftop terraces, the well equipped guest kitchen and strongly recommend the curry nights!

Stayed in August 2023

Nothing, we couldn’t recommend it more.

Upon arrival we were immediately sad to know that we would eventually have to check out, we were already so in love with our room. The location is perfect being close to the best restaurants and cafes in town and also close to the surf breaks. Each room has their own private terrace, we made excellent use of the hammock and rocking chairs looking out to the beach. The owners are incredibly hospitable as well as the staff who maintain, clean, and work in the restaurant. The Thai and Indonesian dinner nights are a must!

Stayed in August 2023

The rooms are designed to stay cool however it does still get quite hot and there’s not AC.

This is a really cute place 2 minutes from the beach with nice rooms, clean kitchen and great relaxing areas.

Stayed in June 2023

closed rooms no window staff not always available and they charged me for coffee that I did not use

the kitchen and rooftop and nicely made room

Stayed in May 2023

Lovely clean comfortable room. Loved the terrace overlooking the sea with our own hammocks.

Stayed in April 2023

-there is no door to the bathroom so lack of privacy -it can get hot in the rooms because there is only one ceiling fan

-you get you own rooftop terrace with hammocks with a nice view on the ocean -very nice and spacious room and bathroom -very helpful owners -on Wednesdays and mondays they have a restaurant with good food -felt very peaceful and relaxing -kitchen had everything we needed (except a can opener)

Stayed in May 2023

very hot during the day, not enough airflow in the rooms

incredible spot, great facilities

Stayed in April 2023

Absolutely nothing!

Omg this place is AMAZING. Beds are extremely comfortable Rooms are newly painted and are beautiful! The kitchen is literally the best kitchen I have used in central America. It has everything you need! This hostel naturally brings beautiful travellers who are like minded, who become your new friends! The curry night is a must, it usually sells out!

Stayed in May 2023

Really cozy roof top and great monday curry

Stayed in April 2023

-No option for air conditioning or an extra pedestal fan. Can be hot on the nights with no wind.

-Well thought out room and shared spaces that encourages socialising between guests. -great hammocks upstairs to chill out and watch the ocean (until the new place is built in front) -kitchen facilities -friendly owners /staff -short walk to popoyo surf break

Stayed in April 2023