Southwestern Nicaragua
With its own idyllic tropical beach and 4000 acres of jungle, this fabulous ecolodge offers a superlative experience. Swim in the infinity pool and cross…
Must-see hotels in Nicaragua
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Nicaragua
Kayaking at dawn among the reeds and the herons, delicious meals, yoga, massages and a chance to disconnect from it all are on offer at this island…
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Isla de Ometepe
Travelers looking for ecofriendly accommodations in the midst of lush jungle hit the mother lode with Finca Mystica. A labor of love by US expats Ryan and…
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Little Corn Island
Yemaya offers the most luxurious accommodations on the island and boasts professional service to match. The 17 fan-cooled rooms are stylish, bright and…
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Caribbean Coast
Easily the best and most charming choice in Pearl Lagoon, Queen Lobster offers seven rooms on stilts over the water, with private bathrooms and hammocks…
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Caribbean Coast
Owned by local anthropologist, activist and entrepreneur Kensy Sambola, this very comfortable budget hotel has spotless fan-cooled rooms, all but one of…
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San Juan Del Sur
This classy converted Victorian boutique hotel is just a half-block from the beach. Rooms have a blue color scheme, vaulted ceilings, tasteful decorations…
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Managua
At this sustainably built hostel in a stellar location, dorms and guest rooms are named after bicycles – try the Tandem for two people, or the Penny…
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Managua
In a quiet, walkable neighborhood, this cheery, peach-colored, family-run B&B stands out not just for its warm hospitality, but also for the its wonderful…
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León
There's atmosphere galore at this historic hotel on the grounds of one of the city's most notable convents and churches. The centerpiece garden is…
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Southwestern Nicaragua
Take a right where the road dips after Parque Maderas to get to this lovely getaway with spectacular views over the bay. Six tree house–style cabañas, all…
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Managua
There's much to love about colonial-style Posada de Arcangel, from the quirky art collection and leafy garden to the guest rooms with crimson accents,…
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Nicaragua
Overlooking Isla el Muerto across the water, Isla Zapatera's wonderful hotel is run by knowledgeable Rafael. It consists of four comfortable bungalows…
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León
Sociable without being a party hostel, Casa Lula is a budget traveler favorite, largely through the efforts of hosts Eric and Selina and the knowledgeable…
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Granada
Just off the main plaza, this elegant hotel is set in an opulent historic building, with hardwood floors, hand-painted sinks, wrought-iron detail and…
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Caribbean Coast
This fantastic hotel is easily the best choice in town, with modern, sleek and spotless rooms, an excellent location with a great view over the bay,…
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Southwestern Nicaragua
The moment you step out of your room, you can bury your toes in the sand. These two beautiful rooms with king-sized beds are all individually designed by…
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Nicaragua
Run by three friends, this sweet five-room B&B offers the best lakeside accommodations – individually styled rooms, meals involving lovingly grown organic…
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Caribbean Coast
Waspám’s best all-round choice. Rooms have fresh paint and bathroom tiles, and a terrific location steps from the river. The friendly owners are a wealth…
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Corn Islands
This superbly friendly and laid-back place opened in 2018 and feels more like staying in a private home than a hostel. There's an eight-bed dorm and three…
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Corn Islands
Following a full renovation in 2017, Great Corn Island’s most professionally managed resort has added a modicum of style to its already lovely beachside…
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Little Corn Island
Just moments from the arrival jetty, the lovely Sunshine takes up a large yellow house and has spacious and clean rooms downstairs sharing a large garden…
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Little Corn Island
On the island's highest point, this welcoming backpacker place has cute wooden cabañas with fantastic views over the waters of Little Corn's windward side…
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Southwestern Nicaragua
Who needs a fancy seaside villa when you can get exceptional views of the Pacific from the infinity pool at this hilltop hostel? The location is second to…
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Caribbean Coast
This highly atmospheric ranch-style hotel, decorated with dozens of folk-art archangels, has a variety of spotless rooms set around plant-filled corridors…
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Caribbean Coast
Way ahead of everything else in town, this fancy hotel on the park seems a little too smart for rural Boaco. Yes, the decor is on the garish side, but the…
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Isla de Ometepe
This top-end choice is located just north of the village of El Quino. Set on a working farm right on the beach, the hacienda-style hotel has a private…
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Caribbean Coast
In a town with an abundance of atmospheric lodging, this may be the best of the bunch. The 19 rooms occupy various buildings set back from the house…
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Little Corn Island
The best budget option on the island, Green House is located very conveniently for the arrival jetty in the heart of the Village. It has three fan-cooled…
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Nicaragua
Close to the northern end of the peninsula, this Londoner-owned boutique hotel takes its eco-credentials very seriously, with its use of solar power,…
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León
With kitchen access, a miniature swimming pool, freshly made mojitos on offer, and spacious dorms and rooms with ample, secure luggage storage, this place…
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Nicaragua
Just south of San Diego village, this rustic ecolodge has great food and some of the best surfing in Nicaragua, just steps from your hammock. Owners offer…
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Isla de Ometepe
At the southern end of Mérida, a bumpy road leads uphill to this Edenic property where cabins peek out from between the fruit trees. Swing in a hammock at…
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Granada
This elegant and expansive Spanish colonial mansion – once a hospital – is now a chocolate-themed hotel with a lovely pool (available for day use, US$6)…
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San Juan Del Sur
With sweeping bay views and fairly fabulous villas featuring hacienda-style furnishings, kitchens, terraces and satellite TV, this resort is the best in…
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Southwestern Nicaragua
Arte-Sano's infinity pool overlooks Playa Marsella from its lofty hilltop location. Bold contemporary artworks, painted cattle skulls and exquisite…
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Isla de Ometepe
A beautiful and ecofriendly farmstay option not far from Moyogalpa. Rooms are fairly basic, but the farm is lovely, with hammocks galore in the shady…
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Southwestern Nicaragua
Built on a magnificent rock outcropping, this friendly surfer's hotel has amazing views overlooking Playa Sardina and Playa Jiquelite. The cabins are…
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Managua
This modern boutique is one of the finest in all of Managua. We wish it were a little more centrally located, but the large, individually styled,…
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Managua
Walk beneath the showpiece chandelier in the lobby, and you find yourself in a tranquil walled space where you can sip a cocktail or woo your sweetie over…
