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
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
Nicaragua
Overlooking Isla el Muerto across the water, Isla Zapatera's wonderful hotel is run by knowledgeable Rafael. It consists of four comfortable bungalows…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
Nicaragua
Run by three friends, this sweet five-room B&B offers the best lakeside accommodations – individually styled rooms, meals involving lovingly grown organic…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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)…
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…
Southwestern Nicaragua
Arte-Sano's infinity pool overlooks Playa Marsella from its lofty hilltop location. Bold contemporary artworks, painted cattle skulls and exquisite…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
