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Where to stay in Nicaragua's Corn Islands

Luxury accommodations? Not here.

By Diane Wedner, Los Angeles Times Staff Writer
02:53 PM PDT, April 06, 2007

WHERE TO STAY

There are plenty of places to stay where you can be perfectly comfortable.

GREAT CORN ISLAND

Casa Canada, on the beachfront, southeastern side of the island; (514) 448-8339 or 011-505-644-0925; www.casa-canada.com. All 20 rooms face the sea. Doubles are $85 per night.

Arenas Beach Hotel, beachfront on the southwestern side of the island: (505) 456-2220; www.arenasbeachhotel.com. Rooms are stark, but clean and comfortable. Rates begin at $75 per night.

LITTLE CORN ISLAND

Casa Iguana, above right, a 10-minute walk from the pier. Reservations: e-mail (no phone) casaiguana@mindspring.com, www.casaiguana.net. The 12 cabins are no-frills and quiet. Private bath, some electricity, outdoor shower with cold water. Economy cabin begins at $25 per night, double occupancy.

Derek's Place, a 35-minute walk through the jungle to the northeastern end of the island. Four rough-hewn cabins, each charming and unique. Easy walk to beach. Cabins can accommodate up to four guests at $10 per person per night. No reservations.

Los Delfines, in the middle of town; 011-505-831-5029. Most mainstream hotel, with air conditioning, hot water. From $45 to $60.

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