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.
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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
Joe
This week
Casa Vitini was a peaceful stay, perfect for a rest after travel or the beach. The room was clean and quiet, and the pool area was great for relaxing.…
1 br·2·$75/n·15Tola
João Paulo
This week
Casa ampla e confortável conforme descrito no anúncio, limpeza impecável, melhor localização possível e funcionários muito prestativos. Já queremos vo…
7 br·16·$867/n·11Hacienda Iguana
Jennifer
This week
Close to the beach, great choice!
3 br·6·$211/n·59Hacienda Iguana
Elsa
This week
Nicaragua is such a beautiful place, and Ana made sure we were able to experience so much of it! The house was great, and we will be back. Guasacate i…
3 br·6·$280/n·25Emerald Coast aka Tola Surf Zone
Giovanni
This week
Linda ha creato un piccolo paradiso, e lo condivide realmente con chi ospita, ho girato mezzo mondo con Airbnb, e lei é stata una delle migliori owner…
1 br·2·$48/n·96Ometepe
Ornella Natasha
This week
Hermosa casa con todas las comodidades para disfrutar con la familia y/o amigos. Muchas gracias por todo 🙏🏽 volveríamos 100%
3 br·6·$167/n·82Hacienda Iguana
Carsten
This week
Great communication, they are experienced hosts and manage several villas and suites. Local staff always available and only a WA message away. Try the…
2 br·4·$162/n·62Emerald Coast aka Tola Surf Zone
Claudia
This week
Quel endroit paradisiaque. La maison est encore plus belle que sur les photos. L’endroit est très propre et très bien aménagé. Notre famille de 5 ava…
3 br·6·$258/n·48Popoyo
Gerro
This week
Een juweeltje in het prachtigr Granada
2 br·5·$124/n·50Granada
Violeta
Last week
El alojamiento cumplió todas nuestras expectativas, sin duda volveremos a hospedarnos.
1 br·2·$94/n·96Hacienda Iguana
Dorenyse
This week
We loved staying at Casa Yosi. The home was beautiful, comfortable, and well equipped. We especially loved all of the outdoor spaces including the poo…
5 br·13·$398/n·80San Juan del Sur
Kelvin David
This month
Super anfitrión
4 br·8·$367/n·91Gran Pacifica Resort
Alejandro
This month
Beautiful place on Marsella Beach in San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua.Beach front, literally on the beach, with an amazing view of the sunset.The…
4 br·10·$445/n·47San Juan del Sur
Leslie
Last week
I had a fantastic stay! The property was exceptionally clean, well-maintained, and had plenty of amenities to make my stay comfortable. The location w…
2 br·4·$89/n·47Granada
Reid
Last month
Harry's place is much bigger and more spacious than the photos actually indicate. The inside is very coolly decorated and there are doors that are hin…
3 br·6·$254/n·50San Juan del Sur
Jason
Last week
We had a great time stay here what an amazing view. Kitchen was easy to cook in and had pantry staples. We loved Reina the cat she was adorable. We wi…
1 br·3·$99/n·17El Gigante
Max
Last week
Si te gusta la tranquilidad, la paz, el frio y los detalles en madera, esta casa es para ti, desde que llegamos se sintio una gran paz y tranquilidad…
2 br·4·$97/n·31Coffee Highlands (Matagalpa & Jinotega)
Alexandra
This month
Loved the house. Conveniently located 5 min drive to anything you need and 10 min drive to beautiful beaches! Would stay there again.
4 br·10·$416/n·81San Juan del Sur
Ilse
This month
Heel mooi huisje net iets buiten de stad.Overal had ze horren, echter komen er kleine insecten wel doorheen. Geweldige keuken, goede bedden.…
2 br·5·$91/n·283Tobacco Valley (Estelí & Jalapa)
Marijke
Last week
Zeer mooi appartement. Heel fijn contact met lokaal contactpersoon. Mooie, ruime kamers. Op wandelafstand van het centrum. Een aanrader.
2 br·4·$141/n·104San Juan del Sur
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 August
$120/n
·148Hacienda Iguana
4 nights booked in August
$450/n
·39Hacienda Iguana
9 nights booked in September
$91/n
·35Hacienda Iguana
4 nights booked in September
$331/n
·13Rancho Santana
4 nights booked in October
$600/n
·86Rancho Santana
9 nights booked in December
$312/n
·7Rancho Santana
5 nights booked in February
$451/n
·32Rancho Santana
10 nights booked in December
$514/n
·14Rancho Santana
4 nights booked in September
$463/n
·25San Juan del Sur
5 nights booked in November
$697/n
·19San Juan del Sur
5 nights booked in September
$109/n
·3Las Salinas
4 nights booked in August
$325/n
·218San Juan del Sur
6 nights booked in August
$228/n
·4Hacienda Iguana
8 nights booked in November
$428/n
·113San Juan del Sur
3 nights booked in August
$174/n
·124Aqua Resort
2 nights booked in September
$164/n
·32Playa El Coco
6 nights booked in December
$167/n
·82Hacienda Iguana
9 nights booked in December
$297/n
·33Hacienda Iguana
7 nights booked in November
$62/n
·10Popoyo
5 nights booked in January
$630/n
·11Hacienda Iguana
6 destinations to explore
Granada
70 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
28 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
277 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
228 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
137 rentals
4.9
Hacienda Iguana is a gated community with a golf course on Nicaragua's Pacific coast.
Ometepe
88 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.