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World Class Surf Breaks

Hacienda Iguana is a gated beachfront community on Nicaragua’s Pacific coast, known for its surf, nature, and relaxed lifestyle. The resort offers a mix of villas, condos, restaurants, and outdoor activities, all surrounded by tropical scenery and consistent offshore winds.

Beaches and Surf

  • Home to the world-class Colorado and Panga Drops surf breaks
  • Wide sandy beaches with warm water year-round
  • Reliable offshore winds thanks to Lake Nicaragua

Activities

  • Golf course inside the community
  • Walking, biking, and wildlife spotting on quiet internal roads
  • Beachfront yoga and fitness options
  • Easy access to boat trips, fishing, and nearby attractions

Dining

  • Iguana Beach Club for oceanfront meals and sunset drinks
  • Pili’s Kitchen for smoothies and healthy bowls
  • Casa Ananas for wood-fired dinners and cocktails
  • Cafes, ice cream, and seasonal pop-ups across the community

Why Visitors Like It

  • Walkable, safe, and family-friendly
  • Excellent surf and beach access
  • Good food options without leaving the resort
  • A calm, laid-back atmosphere perfect for longer stays

Hacienda Iguana blends comfort and nature, making it a popular destination for surfers, families, couples, and anyone seeking a peaceful coastal getaway.

Eating out

Great Gourmet and Local Options

Hacienda Iguana offers a variety of dining options, all within a short walk or golf-cart ride. Visitors can choose between beachfront meals, healthy bowls, casual cafes, and full sit-down dinners without ever leaving the resort.

Iguana Beach Club
A relaxed oceanfront restaurant located at Colorado surf break. Serves fresh seafood, bowls, burgers, salads, and cold drinks. Perfect for sunset and post-surf meals.

Pili's Kitchen
A popular spot for breakfast and lunch. Offers healthy bowls, smoothies, juices, and a mix of Nicaraguan and international dishes.

Casa Ananas
A higher-end dinner option with wood-fired dishes, seafood, pastas, and craft cocktails. Ideal for a nicer evening out inside the community.

Scoops and Spoked
Ice cream and coffee shop that also rents bikes.

  • Easy access to all restaurants inside the gated community
  • Mix of casual, healthy, and upscale options
  • Suitable for families, couples, surfers, and long-term guests
Eating out
Eating out

World Class Surf Breaks

Best surf beaches in Nicaragua

Panga Drops offers a fun, powerful A-frame wave breaking over deep-water reef. Great for intermediates and advanced surfers, with long walls, playful turns, and consistent swell year-round but comes into its own Dec thorugh March when Colorados tends to be closed out.

Colorados is one of Nicaragua’s most consistent and punchy beach breaks. Fast barrels, strong swell exposure, and reliable offshore winds make it a favorite for advanced surfers. Best after the first rains late May once the sand banks get into position.

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