Nicaragua
A land of lakes and volcanoes, Nicaragua captures the romantic spirit of travel. Colonial Granada charms with its architecture, while Ometepe Island offers a surreal escape formed by twin peaks rising from a massive freshwater lake. It remains an affordable, adventurous frontier for those willing to look past the headlines.
6
destinations
1,009
rentals
4.8
rating
44,603
reviews
Nicaragua is often called 'the next Costa Rica' for its biodiversity, but it retains a rugged, untamed edge that is all its own. It is the most affordable country in the region, allowing travelers to stretch their budget significantly. The crown jewel is Granada, a colorful colonial city sitting on the shores of Lake Nicaragua, where you can take a boat tour through hundreds of tiny islets formed by ancient volcanic activity.
Adventure is baked into the landscape. You can sandboard down the black ash of the Cerro Negro volcano or ferry across the great lake to Ometepe Island, a biosphere reserve formed by two volcanoes rising from the water. The Pacific coast, particularly around San Juan del Sur, offers consistent surf and legendary sunsets.
While politics have kept mass tourism at bay, the people remain incredibly warm and proud of their culture. Nicaragua offers a sense of discovery that is hard to find in a globalized world; it is a place for backpackers, surfers, and poets at heart.
What people are saying
Recent guest reviews from stays in this area
What people are saying
Recent guest reviews from stays in this area
Kimberly
Last month
Hospedaje hermoso, cerca de restaurantes (Pital) y Playa Mangos, populares por sus reseñas en plataformas digitales, sin embargo, el hospedaje es tan…
2 br·8·$99/n·65Ometepe
Luis
Last month
Stayed with my wife and 4 kids and had a great time. Always a pleasure to stay there. Recommend 100%
2 br·6·$182/n·47San Juan de Oriente
Randy Ramses
Last month
Muy linda casa y personas muy amables, recomendado.
5 br·15·$300/n·49La Boquita
Ernesto
Last month
Pavel was great, we talked like we’d been long time friends , the place is very clean and secured, I felt right at home. Definitely coming back. Thank…
3 br·12·$197/n·45Huehuete
Paolo
Last month
Quartos e banheiros perfeitos... Limpos e cheiroso... Banheiros limpos e já com toalhas de banho, shampoo, condicionador e sabonete...Sala c…
3 br·6·$152/n·207San Juan del Sur
Gloriela
Last month
Everything was awesome
3 br·8·$125/n·122Ometepe
Evi Maria
Last month
Sehr schönes Haus, extrem sauber alles war perfekt.Besonders hervorheben möchte ich die tolle Führung von Hakan.Wir waren begeistert von sei…
2 br·6·$95/n·21Ometepe
Francisco
Last month
Es la 3 vez que me hospedo aquí totalmente recomendado tiene todo lo que puedas necesitar para pasarla bien y claro si hay una próxima vuelta a Managu…
3 br·6·$102/n·52San Rafael
Michelle
Last month
This was a fantastic place! We loved our stay and they were super helpful and responsive. We already can't wait to come back.
2 br·6·$147/n·34Hacienda Iguana
Marvin
Last month
Nice house, very spacious and lovely pool
3 br·8·$230/n·49Gran Pacifica Resort
Ana
Last month
Excelente todo en la casa, nos gustó mucho la experiencia !!! La atención de Peter fue excelente, la ubicación de la casa , la limpieza, y adicio…
4 br·12·$500/n·84Hacienda Iguana
Yadira Teresa
Last month
Un paraíso con vista al volcán! Llegamos 4 adultos por 4 días y aún los falto más tiempo en este maravilloso lugar. Cerca están todos los si…
2 br·6·$86/n·224Ometepe
Tania
Last month
Great location, and perfect home for families.
6 br·16·$453/n·116San Juan del Sur
Maria
Last month
Excelente estadía, la casa es hermosa, todo estaba impecable, la piscina privada se disfruta mucho y los dormitorios con aire acondicionado permiten d…
2 br·4·$137/n·18Las Salinas
Kevin
Last month
El lugar es perfecto si se busca un espacio de paz, alejado del ruido y un lugar único para disfrutar de la playa, misma que se encuentra a escasos me…
4 br·13·$335/n·21San Juan del Sur
Victor
Last month
All good . Place is good , safe location. All comfort stuffs you need . Great host ! Helped us to get back after we left a cellphone . The only thing…
3 br·9·$132/n·47Matagalpa
Josefa Massiel
Last month
Excelente atención
2 br·7·$161/n·59San Juan del Sur
Monique
Last month
It’s absolutely fantastic. The location is incredible with an amazing view right over the sea, and the sunsets are just unreal. You’re super…
2 br·4·$93/n·60Emerald Coast aka Tola Surf Zone
Luis
Last month
Todo muy nítido
2 br·4·$113/n·34San Rafael
Jean-Francois
Last month
Nous avons adoré notre séjour! La maison était parfaite, très agréable et l’ambiance vraiment superbe. Tout était réuni pour qu’on s’y sente bien. Un…
2 br·4·$191/n·30El Tránsito
Where people are staying
Recently booked stays at highly rated rentals
Where people are staying
Recently booked stays at highly rated rentals
7 nights booked in December
$331/n
·13Rancho Santana
5 nights booked in September
$104/n
·37Monte Tabor
5 nights booked in September
$197/n
·45Huehuete
3 nights booked in September
$108/n
·48Huehuete
3 nights booked in September
$87/n
·114San Rafael
2 nights booked in October
$96/n
·37Departamento de Managua
5 nights booked in September
$307/n
·108Huehuete
3 nights booked in September
$308/n
·62Tupilapa
7 nights booked in September
$179/n
·14Hacienda Iguana
3 nights booked in January
$46/n
·41Ometepe
2 nights booked in September
$213/n
·31Ometepe
5 nights booked in September
$253/n
·3Hacienda Iguana
3 nights booked in September
$182/n
·48Poneloya
8 nights booked in December
$104/n
·77San Juan del Sur
2 nights booked in December
$44/n
·140Ometepe
12 nights booked in December
$579/n
·6Rancho Santana
7 nights booked in September
$94/n
·22Esquipulas
6 nights booked in December
$188/n
·12Hacienda Iguana
12 nights booked in December
$222/n
·5Hacienda Iguana
3 nights booked in September
$276/n
·114León
6 destinations to explore
Granada
75 rentals
4.8
Granada is a historic colonial city on Lake Nicaragua, known for its colorful architecture, vibrant culture, and easy access to volcanoes and islands.
Rancho Santana
29 rentals
4.8
Rancho Santana is a luxury coastal community on Nicaragua’s Emerald Coast with five beaches, surf, villas, and full resort amenities for families, couples, and groups.
Emerald Coast aka Tola Surf Zone
284 rentals
4.8
A world-class surf destination on Nicaragua's Emerald Coast featuring consistent offshore winds, diverse accommodation ranging from luxury gated communities to bohemian.
San Juan del Sur
267 rentals
4.8
San Juan del Sur is Nicaragua’s most popular beach town, known for its surf beaches, sunsets, lively atmosphere, and easy access to coves and bays north and south.
Hacienda Iguana
138 rentals
4.9
Hacienda Iguana is a gated community with a golf course on Nicaragua's Pacific coast.
Ometepe
90 rentals
4.8
A volcanic island in Lake Nicaragua known for its twin peaks, wildlife, waterfalls, and peaceful rural charm—ideal for nature lovers, hikers, and relaxed off-grid escapes.