Here at Casa Marimba, we offer a magical, relaxing, cultural experience in which guests can indulge in stunning jungle waterfront views and settle in our welcoming and peaceful atmosphere. A perfect way to ease your mind, meditate, read, relax, admire, observe, be amazed and meet fascinating people from all around the globe. The space Welcome to Casa Marimba! Our beautiful, calm and peaceful guesthouse on the Apoyo Lagoon. We have 5 rooms in total, this listing concerns the “Mombacho Room”. Our most beautiful and spacious room! Designed like a family apartment, with two separate rooms, including a king size bed, a double and a single, and one private bathroom. The suite also has its own private terrace with an amazing view of the laguna. During your stay you will enjoy our variety of relaxation areas, we have hammocks and deckchairs situated at the edge of the lagoon, making it the perfect place to spend your day. We have a private access to the lagoon straight from the guesthouse. The water has inviting temperatures due to its history of being an old volcano crater, ideal for a relaxing swim. We also provide kayaks for you to explore the crystal-clear water and the surrounding waterfront nature. There are many diving options around casa marimba to observe the local fauna and flora. Massages are also available, please let us know if you are interested so that we can schedule it. Our restaurant offers a French-Nica cuisine made with local, fresh and organics product for lunch and dinner. Vegan and vegetarian options are also available. Breakfast is included in the reservation. Please, do not hesitate to check our website. We look forward to welcoming you into our paradise! Other things to note Some information : - AC is charged at 10$/night - We ask our guests to respect each other regarding noise after 8:30pm - Some power cuts can occur from time to time due to the surounding nature Breakfast : 7:30-9:30 Lunch : 11:30-5:30 Dinner : 6:30-7:30 Bar : 8am-8pm

## Casa Marimba

Casa Marimba offers a relaxing cultural experience surrounded by stunning jungle and waterfront views. Guests can unwind in a peaceful atmosphere, meditate, read, swim, observe nature, and meet fascinating people from around the world.

## The Space

Welcome to Casa Marimba, a calm and welcoming guesthouse on Apoyo Lagoon. The property has five rooms in total; this listing is for the Mombacho Room, our most spacious and beautifully appointed accommodation.

Designed like a family apartment, the suite includes:

- Two separate rooms
- One king-size bed
- One double bed
- One single bed
- One private bathroom
- A private terrace with an impressive view of the lagoon

Guests can enjoy several relaxation areas throughout the property, including hammocks and deck chairs positioned along the lagoon’s edge.

## Lagoon Access and Activities

Casa Marimba has private access to the lagoon directly from the guesthouse. Because Apoyo Lagoon formed inside an ancient volcanic crater, its water has inviting temperatures that are ideal for a relaxing swim.

Kayaks are available for exploring the crystal-clear water and surrounding nature. Several diving opportunities can also be found near Casa Marimba, offering the chance to observe the local flora and fauna.

Massages are available upon request. Please let us know if you are interested so we can arrange an appointment.

## Restaurant and Dining

Our restaurant serves French-Nicaraguan cuisine prepared with fresh, local, organic ingredients for lunch and dinner.

- Vegan and vegetarian options are available.
- Breakfast is included with your reservation.

## Additional Information

- Air conditioning is available for an additional $10 per night.
- Guests are asked to respect one another by keeping noise to a minimum after 8:30 p.m.
- Occasional power outages may occur due to the property’s natural surroundings.

## Opening Hours

- Breakfast: 7:30–9:30 a.m.
- Lunch: 11:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
- Dinner: 6:30–7:30 p.m.
- Bar: 8:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.

Wake to sweeping Apoyo Lagoon views from this spacious 2-room guesthouse suite. Swim, kayak, and unwind in nature at Casa Marimba, near Granada, Nicaragua.

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Peaceful Waterfront Guesthouse – Casa Marimba 4 - Bed and breakfasts for Rent in Apoya Lagoon, Masaya, Nicaragua

Great stay overall. The place was exactly as described—clean, comfortable, and easy to find. Check-in was smooth with clear instructions, and the host was responsive throughout. Would definitely stay here again.

We had a wonderful 4 night stay at Casa Marimba!! The location is absolutely a dream, right next to the water, and very private.  The grounds are extremely well kept, and there was never an issue finding a lovely, peaceful place to spend our time.  The food was so delicious and healthy, and even though the restaurant has hours for certain meals, snacks and drinks are always available.  The service was impeccable, with everyone from the front desk and the servers to the kitchen staff and the groundskeepers being very friendly, approachable, and responsive.The room was absolutely lovely,  with a balcony,but just know that in our 2-bedrooms, one room had ac and the other one didn't, but my kids didn't seem to mind. The one thing I would recommend is to book your outings through a local company.  We had luck with TripNic (tour guide El Tigre) and Nica Up (tour guide Gustavo- really informative!!!)  Casa Marimba helped us to find a driver, so we hired Henry for the week, and he was amazing!

A paradise-like place, nature-friendly, the lagoon is an invaluable bonus, I will be back soon. Thank you for your staff's hospitality.

Un lugar paradisíaco, amigable con la naturaleza, la laguna es un plus invaluable,  pronto volveré.Gracias por su hospitalidad de su staff.

This accommodation was lovely. We were welcomed with a free drink which we enjoyed lakeside listening to the waves and the sounds of nature. The service was excellent and our room was spotless. They went above and beyond with little touches like putting fresh flowers in our room. Will be coming back here again.

Beautiful tranquil property but walls are paper thin. You will hear literally everything your neighbors say & do. Found my bed quite hard & uncomfortable. Included breakfast was great & very friendly staff there & grounds keeping does an amazing job. We tried to shorten our stay but could not. I totally understand as we did not try to cancel until shortly after our arrival. Tried to cut our 4 night stay to 2 with no success as we would lose it all & it was pricey. The brightest part of our stay was def the driver they had pick us up at airport Yader he is an absolute gem we travelled to Masya, Grenada & San Juan del Sur with him. He is great fun & full of wonderful tips.The grounds are a garden of eden so enjoy. Its a lovely place but did not suit our group at all Also finding a scorpion in bathroom was something we wont soon forget!

We came as a family of 4 people and loved everything about our stay. Nice staff, delicious food but most of all, the magical place with always warm water for swimming. We arrived later in the evening and they even saved dinner for us. I needed to teach a class while there and the receptionist let me use one of the empty rooms. Everyone went far and beyond to make everyone feel welcome.

This place is a true gem! Thank you for hosting us we were able to unwind and enjoy the beautiful nature

A peaceful and beautiful spot with very friendly, helpful staff and delicious food.

Beautiful surroundings and great food at the restaurant

Great place to get a way. Enjoyed the lake. Complimentary drink, daily breakfast was great, and lunch. Had a message. Very relaxing and the stars at night were incredible.

We had a wonderful stay! Such a cute place with tasty food and nice people! You pretty much live on stairs but therefore have a nice access to the lagoon!

Beautiful setting, lovely room, incredible volcanic crater lake with birds , monkeys, butterflies, loads of flowers. Hiking, swimming, kayaking. Fantastic food , super friendly staff. Can’t recommend enough and want to return Amburgey stay longer.

Clean, quiet, private, loved that it included breakfast and a drink upon arrival.

Casa marimba is a very cute place! Rooms have everything you need. The only negative was that at check-in time there was no parqueo anywhere and I wanted us to leave the car away, leaving reserved a parqueo para le personas that are going to stay seems necessary to me! The attention at the reception and restaurant 10/10 and the decoration is very homemade and cute.

Casa marimba es un lugar muy lindo! Las habitaciones tienen lo necesario. Lo único negativo fue que a la hora de la llegada no había parqueo en ningún lugar y quería que dejáramos el carro lejos, dejar reservado un parqueo para le gente que va a hospedarse me parece necesario! La atención en la recepción y restaurante 10/10 y la decoración es muy casera y linda.

Javier and Mayleen were incredible staff members that complemented my stay. Thank you

Most beautiful place in the lagoon, gracious owner with taste! Loved it

We had a very nice time there. We messed it up a lot. The restaurant's food was rich. And the room was quite comfortable. We also enjoyed kayaking and tyres

Pasamos un tiempo muy bonito ahí. Lo disfutamos mucho. La comida del restaurante fue rica. Y el cuarto fue bastante cómodo. También disfrutamos el uso de kayak y los neumáticos

My family and I stayed at the Casa Marimba and had a great time. All the staff were friendly and attentive. Great customer service. The entire place was clean and relaxing.  The food was also great. I loved how they offered us a complimentary drink for each guest. Nice! The view is spectacular. I would recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing getaway.  GREAT JOB!!!!

Great place! Very quiet, amazing food and breathtaking scenery. Thank you!

Superbe endroit ! Très tranquille, nourriture incroyable et paysages  à couper le souffle. Merci !

The place is very cozy and one feels in the middle of nature with lots of trees in the middle and many possibilities of seeing local birds. Only apparently the neighboring place had an engine on at night (I don't know what) but it was a little annoying at night. SIM however this was only the case with our room at number 4. This may be something temporary

El lugar es muy acogedor y uno se siente en medio de la naturaleza con muchos árboles en medio y muchas posibilidades de ver aves locales. Solamente aparentemente el lugar vecino tenía por las noches un motor encendido (no se de qué) pero fue un poco molesto por las noches. SIM embargo esto solo fue el caso de nuestra habitación en el número 4. Puede ser que esto fue algo temporal

Wonderful stay in the middle of jungle among the monkeys, birds and butterflies. Beautiful lake with clear waters. Food was fantastic! Staff very nice

Prachtig verblijf midden in jungle tussen de apen, vogels en vlinders. Prachtig meer met helder water. Eten was fantastisch! Personeel erg aardig

Great location, wonderful amenities and ambiance. Felt like we were in a tree house. The staff were very cheerful, kind, and accommodating. Kayaks and inner tubes were provided and fun to use on the lake. Excellent food and hospitality. Thank you, Estefanie, Javier, Julio, Jaleen y más!

We really enjoyed ending our 10 days in Nicaragua decompressing at casa marimba! I will say, the whole resort is nestled alongside a mountain and there are a ton of stairs- so if you’re not super mobile, this might not be the place for you. It was perfect for me & a friend, the food was delicious, the massages were perfection, and the lake was great to just chill in and take the kayaks out for some afternoon sun. We did lose electricity for a while, but luckily we were already heading out to granada for lunch and it was restored by the time we got back. We stayed in room 4 and only the master room had a/c- which was okay because there was just two of us but would have been an issue had we had any more travelers as we chose casa marimba because it offered a/c, and it is soo hot to sleep without! Also- definitely bring bug spray! You cannot avoid the bugs. All in all, we loved our short time there!

Just be aware that there are many steps and fully read all the room descriptions.

We had a lovely time at Casa Marimba. With the kids we felt a little bit self-conscious at times. They inevitably get loud and because all the rooms and eating areas, etc are very close to each other, it felt like we probably bothered other guests quite a lot and we shushed the kids a lot, but it is still a lovely little place and because of the lake and everything we would still recommend it. Room 4 was great because we did have to bedrooms that were joined (only the double room has AC though, but there were enough fans everywhere). We all loved the deck out on the water, which somehow always has a perfect temperature. It was incredibly clean, staff was very friendly and the food was really good too. Casa Marimba is also well located to visit places in the area.

This is the second time I’ve visited Casa Marimba because it is that magical and unforgettable! Highly recommend for a unique and serene experience. Not to mention the food is delicious.

Very good location for the Laguna, good food

Très bon emplacement pour la Laguna, cuisine bonne

I actually don’t have words for how great our trip was. I wanted to go somewhere with my family where we could have a break from work and lots of rest and relaxation and stumbled upon this place. We stayed for 5 days. The staff are so incredibly kind and helpful. The food was spectacular. Our unit was just absolutely beautiful, especially that wrap around porch where you can watch birds and bats and hear the wildlife. The water is crystal clear and warm. We did nothing here- I read 6 books and layed in the sun. There were day pass visitors but there is plenty of room for everyone and it never felt crowded. The menu is small but more than adequate for the 5 days we were there without getting repetitive. They offer specials on top of their regular menu. Filtered water was available for free. I was travelling with an older family member and the stairs were quite a lot so this is worth keeping in mind if you have mobility issues. We had an exceptional time and will recommend!

Casa is the perfect place to relax and rejuvenate. You can take in the breathtaking views of the lagoon while enjoying a delicious meal. Their staff always made me feel at home and were ready to take care my needs. Casa was a unique experience and I can't wait to return.

Casa Marimba was a gem! The pictures don't do it justice - so many peaceful spots to relax and enjoy the beautiful views and cool breeze. The staff was excellent, attentive, friendly, and several spoke pretty decent English. Every detail of Marimba fit the calming and natural mood with quality furniture, matching decor, and tranquil settings that were well taken care of and clean. HIGHLY RECOMMEND. We would almost come back to Nica just for time at Marimba.

A beautiful setting. The staff are attentive and kind. Will be back soon!

The house is just as you can see in the photos, very comfortable, nice view, the food is very good. The only thing is that the bathroom part is not very high in relation to the ceiling. The lagoon area is spectacular and super quiet. I would go back to this place 100%

La casa es tal cuál  se ve en las fotos, muy cómoda, bonita vista, la comida es muy buena. Lo único es que la parte del baño no es muy alta en relación al techo. La zona de la laguna es espectacular y súper tranquilo. Volvería a ir a este lugar 100%

There are few words one can use to describe the setting and spaces created at Casa Marimba. There are countless private nooks and spaces where one can relax, swing in a hammock, eat a delicious meal, snooze, chat or just hang out in a spectacularly beautiful environment. It’s truly a unique and stunning setting. The staff are so attentive and welcoming. Lots of effort made to make one feel at ease.

I loved my stay at Laguna in casa marimba. The food is great and the employees are super nice. I recommend without hesitation!

J’ai adoré mon séjour au Laguna à casa marimba. La nourriture est excellente et les employés sont ultra gentils. Je recommande sans hésitation !

Beautiful Hotel in a splendid location on the edge of the lagoon. The rooms are very large and very clean with a beautiful view. The restaurant offers very good food and staff and smiling and caring. Top notch.

Très beau Hôtel dans un endroit splendide au bord de la lagune. Les chambres très grandes et très propre avec une vue Magnifique. Le restaurant propose des plats très bon et le personnel et souriant et bienveillant. Le Top.

We loved the place.  Stunning lagoon views. Breathe in peace and quiet

Nos encantó el lugar.  Vistas impresionantes a la laguna. Se respira paz y tranquilidad

This was a genuine paradise! We had no idea what all that was in store for us here. I actually plan to return here next trip! What a gift

Just about a perfect place. Stunning views on the property of the lake and jungle mountains. Warm water to kayak or float around in. Everything about this place is extremely relaxing. Relaxed is the key word here. From the balcony in room 4 on the upper floor, a canopy of plants and different flowers stretched out below us, with view of the water and mountains through the plants. Our king bedroom was air conditioned, and the other half with 2 smaller beds was screened in and open air. The hillside property, covered with shady trees and plants, provided all kinds of private table seating areas in a lot of different picturesque corners. At night, little lights make evening dining outside inviting. The food here is great, as are the drinks. Certainly not an afterthought.

Such a paradise! If your looking for some peaceful pass time, this is your place to book. From taking a swim in the the morning to the food the cooks make daily to cool daily tours they offer. It’s all in in kind of place. Props to the staff for an awesome service!

Amazing stay here! The rooms are super comfortable, the staff are really friendly and helpful. The on-site restaurant is really good. Kids (7m to 6y) really enjoyed the lake - it was warm and not too choppy. My 6 year old had a blast racing to the pontoon and mucking about in the kayaks and my 3 year old playing with the tube rings. We had an early departure and the staff kindly prepared us a takeaway breakfast. Lots of little extra touches like this throughout our stay. All in all, a fab place to stay; would highly recommend.

Nice stay here, great place to hang out and relax. They have kayaks and yoga on site and having a restaurant downstairs was great. A little crowded on the weekend since they have a day pass but weekdays were super chill. Also about 15 howler monkeys next door on our first day but they moved up the hill and out of sight after that.

Our stay was in the Mumbacho room. The rooms had beautiful views. The staff was incredibly friendly and went above and beyond to make our stay perfect. I would definitely recommend if visiting.

Good sized room with lovely balcony area. Beautiful setting right on the lake, good food and friendly staff

Loved our stay! The lagoon is truly spectacular!

Encanto Casa Marimba! The staff is so friendly and helpful, the food is delicious (best in the area!) fresh juice daily and included breakfast was amazing, very peaceful by the lake. Family of five and we all loved our stay. Only note is not all the rooms have AC and it was very warm!

We loved our stay; as many people mention, the vegetarian food & drinks were delicious and made from local ingredients.  All of the staff are wonderful, kind, and responsive, from management to the amazing cooks to the taxi they provided (and who we used for the rest of our trip to other areas, Yadir was great and also a very safe driver).  We each had a massage, also excellent & highly recommend.  The laguna is magical by itself, but staying here makes it perfect.  The only thing to note, which was not a deterrent for us, is that the large apartment is situated over common areas and the sound carries - that being said, it feels very private and the the porch is perfect for bird watching.  It was suggested we bring earplugs which we also recommend if you are a light sleeper.

Being in a private small resort near Laguna de Apoyo was beautiful. We enjoyed the free breakfast and drinks and kayaks. The cocktails were yummy and the staff was friendly. Unfortunately, during our last day the power went out and the water stopped running. This is not their fault but it’s something to keep in mind. They do not enforce their quiet hours. There was a large group playing music in the yoga room that we could hear until 2am. Our windows and doors were close but the insulation in the walls did not keep the noise out.

Unbeatable service. Excellent food. We hope to return very soon.

Servicio inmejorable. Excelente comida. Esperamos regresar muy pronto.

This is our third visit in the last few months. We have stayed in 1, 5, and now 4. Five is our favorite as the size of the room is perfect for the two of us and our dog. Four is enormous and we didn’t realize how large the room was but worked out great as a visiting relative could hangout on the large deck. All the rooms are nicely appointed and clean. We have enjoyed every visit.

Beautiful location on the lagoon with great views. Off to the distance you'll see Volcán Mombacho's peaks. The staff was friendly and the service was great.

We had a great stay at Casa Marimba. The rooms were comfortable and clean. I went kayaking, which was beautiful, and it was included. My friend got a wonderful 90 min deep tissue massage for a great price, and the food was very delicious!

The rooms are very nice, the staff is very friendly and attentive and the food is very rich. You have to improve the atmosphere that is close to the lagoon. The tables and chairs are a little unstable. Place more reclining chairs. I hope to return soon.

Las habitaciones son muy bonitas, el personal muy amable y atento y la comida muy rica. Hay que mejorar el ambiente que está cerca de la laguna, las mesas y sillas son un poco inestables, colocar más sillas reclinables, de ahí todo muy bien, espero volver pronto.

Fantastic stay at Casa Marimba! Incredibly relaxing, great restaurant, service, and the best location! Highly recommend !

Friendly staff, clean, simple and spacious room. Nice location on the age of the lagoon. I would return. The most outstanding features were the friendliness of the staff and above all the food! Dinners were top notch for a very reasonable price. I'd go again just based on the food.

My daughters and I had a wonderful and relaxing time. Casa Marimba is a peaceful place with beautiful views and surroundings. Everything was clean and comfortable. Breakfast was excellent! Very friendly and helpful staff. We’ll go back.

Casa Marimba is a super cozy place, with a super friendly staff. Super recommended

Casa Marimba es un lugar super acogedor, con un personal super amables.  super recomendado

We were 2 couples and stayed 3 relaxing nights, great tasty and healthful food, a good selection of meals, clean, cheerful , beautiful setting , enjoyed the lake activities, we got great help on transportation to Granada and to the airport. Our hosts went out of their way to help us. My wife is diabetic and her needs were accomodated well. Our hosts and their crew were warm friendly and always helpful. We liked it bunches - definitely would return.

Absolutely beautiful oasis on Laguna de Apoyo!!  Wonderful food, staff and accommodations.  Private taxi service and very helpful arranging anything and everything you could want.  Stay here!!

If you're looking for a place to truly relax, then this is it. It felt like paradise and far from any danger. The hospitality was wonderful and la cocina was delicious. We are most likely going to stay here again, in a few days as we travel back through to Costa Rica.  The water is warm, very close and clean to swim. 

Our stay at Casa Marimba was amazing and we got a lot of much needed rest. Their drinks and food are delicious and fresh (as well as reasonably priced) and the room we stayed in- the Mombacho was incredible and had a beautiful view of the Laguna.  There are plenty of spaces to hangout, all designed to give you a spectacular view. We stayed here for three nights and had a wonderful time.

Probably the nicest place we have ever stayed!! Lisa and the team were absolutely wonderful. They organised a cab for us from the airport for a good price. The room was stunning and spotless with views across the lagoon. It is so peaceful, we took the kayaks out every morning to watch the sun come up and go for a morning dip. The water is warm from hot springs and crystal clear. There is a fantastic little restaurant here serving very well priced DELICIOUS food!! One night Lisa laid up the terrace table for us so we could have a candlit dinner overlooking the lagoon. This place is paradise and I would have happily have stayed here longer!! We tried to but word has obviously got out and it was full, Lisa sorted us with a tree house next door for the night also stunning and pretty special to wake up to. There are also two friendly love birds here who the owners released when they got the place but have clearly clocked they're onto a good thing and have stuck around!! They are quite mischievous but brilliantly lovely!! If you want a place to unwind in a bit of luxury at what I think is a very reasonable price this is it. I would recommend everyone I know to this place but I'm not sure I want to share the secret!!

Everything was even better than described on the listing. The hosts were attentive and accomodating and responded quickly to any questions and emails. The premises are immaculately cared for and the view is amazing. The whole experience was so relaxing and lots of comfortable hammocks to enjoy the view. The alfresco stone bathroom and overall seating areas were like a spa retreat. The beds, pillows, towels were so luxurious and a welcome respite inNicaragua. They use  real linen napkins and beautiful stoneware plates. Every meal was delightfully prepared with organic ingredients. It is obvious the Nicaraguan staff are treated well as all were always smiling and so helpful.

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