Nicaragua
This popular waterfront hostel (US$7 day use for nonguests) features a small beach on the edge of the lake, terraced lounge and picnic areas, plus a…
Nicaragua
This popular waterfront hostel (US$7 day use for nonguests) features a small beach on the edge of the lake, terraced lounge and picnic areas, plus a…
Granada
A five-minute walk from the main square, this hostel is a Granada institution. It's extremely well run, with numerous daily shuttles and activities, and…
Southwestern Nicaragua
Run by French surfing instructors Etienne and Emeline, this wonderful surfers lodge is uphill from the road to El Astillero. Breezy traditional, thatch…
Southwestern Nicaragua
With eight individually decorated rooms, gorgeous native-wood furniture, hammocks and swings on private terraces and thatched roofs, this two-story…
Southwestern Nicaragua
Considered by many to be one of the best beach hostels on Nicaragua's south Pacific coast. The open-air, six-bed dorm rooms in this rustic paradise catch…
León
Run by helpful North American John and his lovely wife, this jaunty yellow guesthouse, decorated with Carnival masks and figures, has a handful of fan…
León
More small hotel than hostel, the revamped ‘Lazy Turtle’ does, however, offer all the hostel amenities, namely a great kitchen, book exchange, free coffee…
Southwestern Nicaragua
Overlooking a private beach cove, the elegant jungle tree houses at this excellent spa and resort have tremendous ocean views and all the high-end…
Nicaragua
A 10-minute ride by speedboat from Marina Cocibolca, this solar-powered ecolodge is run by La Pólvora Hotel in Granada. Sustainable local materials have…
Granada
From the polished, hand-carved wooden pillars in its courtyard to the six colorful, individually styled suites in the beautifully restored colonial…
Granada
Barring the sound of church bells, nothing is likely to disturb your rest at this intimate boutique hotel on a quiet residential street, near the namesake…
Isla de Ometepe
This gorgeous ecolodge features cabañas perched high above the beach on a large organic farm that runs on solar power and recycles gray water. It's not on…
San Juan Del Sur
Run by a friendly Aussie couple, this is a party hostel – unashamedly so, but very wellrun and with epic hilltop views. There's a large pool, a bar, two…
Isla de Ometepe
Reached via an atrociously bumpy road leading to the water, this hippie-esque place wears many hats. It's an organic cacao farm, a place to learn to make…
Southwestern Nicaragua
Run by friendly Italian surfer Gianni, this three-room guesthouse is the perfect retreat for serious wave-riders. The doubles have king-sized beds, there…
Southwestern Nicaragua
Set on the southern end of the beach, this laid-back surf camp offers guided boat trips to 14 breaks along the coast. The camp accommodates 10 surfers at…
Isla de Ometepe
Book ahead at this relaxed but professionally run guesthouse, a 10-minute walk from the ferry dock. Choose between a dorm, private room or cabin, all…
León
Set in a typical colonial house but decorated with a minimalist twist, petite and slightly upscale Hotel Azul has a courtyard swimming pool – beautifully…
Granada
This exquisite 1840s colonial property is decorated with abstract wooden sculpture and antique pottery, and there are just four airy suites, each…
Southwestern Nicaragua
This guesthouse is run by friendly Dutch couple Marc and Marieke and has just four quirkily decorated, snug rooms. It's a simple setup, with a private,…
León
There's a lot to love about this boutique hotel in the heart of León: the central location (yet respite from the heat and noise in the delightful,…
Granada
This lovely house has been thoughtfully restored and outfitted with authentic features such as cane-inlaid ceilings. There are actually two patios, both…
San Juan Del Sur
If you've always wanted to learn to surf, but didn't want to share the waves with dudes, Chica Brava may be the answer. This women-only surfing retreat is…
Managua
This intimate, hacienda-style hotel has an attractive arched breakfast patio centered on a babbling fountain. Dark-wood furniture, high ceilings, and…
Granada
A boutique hotel in its previous incarnation, this is the grandest hostel in Granada – all vast ceilings, graceful courtyard, spa and hammocks strung…
Granada
With a leafy, hammock-hung garden a block from the main square, this hostel is extremely well-run, with lots of thoughtful touches, such as individual…
Little Corn Island
Set back from a gorgeous sheltered cove and nestled in the palms is this farm with just two accommodations options. The smaller cabin is joined to the…
Little Corn Island
The island's most charming beach bungalows are found spread out over a lovely grassy promontory covered with coconut palms that feels far from the crowds…
Little Corn Island
Surrounded by forest and fruit orchards, and perched on a golden crescent of sand in a gorgeous sheltered turquoise cove lined by coconut palms, this…
Corn Islands
Set behind thick coral walls overlooking a picturesque beach is this handful of wooden bungalows and attractive rustic rooms. All come with indoor-outdoor…
Granada
Spreading goodwill one country at a time, this is one of 10 nonprofit hotels worldwide that direct earnings to the development of local educational…
Managua
A business favorite in central Managua, the Europeo combines instantly forgettable beige rooms with punchy contemporary art in common areas with a…
Caribbean Coast
A great local experience, this lovely white house has wooden floors and furnishings made in the attached workshop. Miss Dell makes her guests feel right…
Caribbean Coast
This beautiful wooden home is so nice the Sandinistas once used it as their east-coast base. Grab one of the more attractively furnished rooms upstairs in…
Isla de Ometepe
This Ometepe mainstay next to the Volcán Maderas trailhead is a classic backpacking spot. Rooms and dorms on this working coffee finca are set in a…
Southwestern Nicaragua
If you’re looking for luxurious seclusion, this spot, on a promontory around 1km south of El Astillero, should do the trick. Bamboo-accented, thatch…
Southwestern Nicaragua
By day, hang out with Paul, Charlie and their kids, go fishing with the locals or sip a beer while putting some freshly caught fish on the barbecue. By…
Southwestern Nicaragua
Spread over 2700 acres, this thriving resort village has it all, almost – clubhouses, ocean view homes, pools, horses, tennis courts, a helipad and Las…
Barceló Montelimar Beach Resort
Nicaragua
Formerly the Somozas’ summer home, the size of this resort is absolutely staggering: the 205 bungalows are scattered across a vast leafy property, dotted…
Caribbean Coast
This super-friendly family-run hotel in front of the police station is popular with travelers thanks to its spotless rooms and warm welcome. Guests also…