Must-see hotels in 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…

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…

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…

Everything a stellar hostel should be, Mano a Mano is all breezy bamboo dorms and mezzanine loft suites inside a beautiful, sustainably built structure,…

Yemaya offers the most luxurious accommodations on the island and boasts professional service to match. The 17 fan-cooled rooms are stylish, bright and…

Set on a dramatic, forested mountainside at 1200m with views all the way down to Lago de Apanás, La Bastilla Ecolodge has easily the most comfortable…

With lush gardens full of hummingbirds, spectacular mountain views and enchanting nature trails, this large organic farm is a fantastic place to stay…

The breezy 2nd-story dorm is one of the coolest spots in all of Central America, with a giant view to the ocean. Camping in pre-set-up tents or staying in…

This excellent hotel is a real find. It offers eight rooms over two floors surrounding a small tree-filled courtyard, including two rooms for mobility…

Easily the best deal on Mancarrón, these three charming solar-powered wooden houses overlooking the bay have breezy hammock-strung balconies, spacious…

Papaturro's original crocodile man and former Centro Ecológico manager Armando Gomez runs this guesthouse on the opposite bank of the river. The two…

This Aussie-run surf camp gets rave reviews from surfers for owner Lewis' hospitality, the perfect location for hitting the waves (there are five breaks…

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…

Owned by local anthropologist, activist and entrepreneur Kensy Sambola, this very comfortable budget hotel has spotless fan-cooled rooms, all but one of…

This classy converted Victorian boutique hotel is just a half-block from the beach. Rooms have a blue color scheme, vaulted ceilings, tasteful decorations…

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…

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…

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…

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…

Run by Bostonian Jonathan, this excellent surf camp is all about hitting the A-frames, pipes and barrels up and down the coast. There are several…