Western Nicaragua

Travel Guide

Mercado Carlos Roberto Huembes
Western Nicaragua which includes rugged coastline
Managua which includes tranquil scenes
Mercado Carlos Roberto Huembes
Mercado Carlos Roberto Huembes showing markets and street scenes

Where to stay in Western Nicaragua

On the road to our beachside homestay.

Rancho Santana

While visiting Rancho Santana, you might make a stop by sights like Rancho Santana Beach and Santana Beach.

Rancho Santana
Puerto Salvador Allende showing general coastal views and a luxury hotel or resort

District I

If you're spending some time in District I, Galerias Santo Domingo Shopping Center and Metrocentro are top sights worth seeing.

District I
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Guacalito de La Isla

While Guacalito de La Isla might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Guacalito de la Isla Golf Course and Gigante Beach.

Guacalito de La Isla
This is a very cute and compact airport. Easy to navigate. It is the main airport in Nicaragua. 12/27/2015

District VI

If you're spending some time in District VI, Lake Managua and Pharaoh's Casino are top sights worth seeing.

District VI
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Paradise Bay

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Though Paradise Bay might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like San Juan del Sur Port and Old Lighthouse Trail.

Paradise Bay
Apoyo Lagoon rests in the crater of an extinct volcano. At the lookout point there are many shops/vendors and places to eat and a restroom

La Laguna

Travelers like the mountain views in La Laguna, and Laguna de Apoyo is a top attraction you might want to visit.

La Laguna
Best Western Las Mercedes Airport
Best Western Las Mercedes Airport
4 out of 5
Km 11.5 Carretera Norte, Managua
The price is AED 323 per night from Apr 21 to Apr 22
AED 323
AED 372 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Managua. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,112 reviews)
"Excellent customer service!!"

Reviewed on 1 April 2025

Best Western Las Mercedes Airport
Hotel Globales Camino Real Managua
Hotel Globales Camino Real Managua
4 out of 5
Km 9.5 Carretera Norte, Managua
The price is AED 364 per night from Apr 10 to Apr 11
AED 364
AED 418 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Apr - 11 Apr
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Managua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"Wonderful Hotel with friendly staff and beautiful Rooms and pool"

Reviewed on 1 April 2025

Hotel Globales Camino Real Managua
Barceló Montelimar - All Inclusive
Barceló Montelimar - All Inclusive
3.5 out of 5
Carretera De Masachapa Km 65, San Rafael del Sur
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 564 per night from Apr 28 to Apr 29
AED 564
AED 649 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star beach property in San Rafael del Sur. Enjoy free parking, 3 outdoor pools, and a private beach. Popular attractions Montelimar Beach and ...
7.2/10 Good! (531 reviews)
"Perfect Getaway I proposed on the beach and she said YES!!!!"

Reviewed on 2 April 2025

Barceló Montelimar - All Inclusive
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La Santa Maria Resort
La Santa Maria Resort
4 out of 5
Calle Barlovento, La Santa Maria, San Juan del Sur, Rivas
Stay at this 4-star condo in San Juan del Sur. Enjoy free parking, a health club, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions San Juan del Sur Beach ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (46 reviews)
"fast "check in" . The only hiccup was that the front gate guy didn't speak English very well. But otherwise, clean and air conditioning worked well. pool was nice, great sunset view from it"

Reviewed on 1 October 2024

La Santa Maria Resort
Gran Pacifica Beach Resort & Homes
Gran Pacifica Beach Resort & Homes
3.5 out of 5
Villa el Carmen, km 49 road to Masachapa, 11km west, San Diego Beach, Villa El Carmen
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Villa El Carmen. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Gran Pacifica Reef ...
7.8/10 Good! (68 reviews)
"El inconveniente es que la habitación superior se debe salir para acceder a ella, eso es incomodo"

Reviewed on 12 January 2025

Gran Pacifica Beach Resort & Homes
Beachside stay at Villa ViYarte
Beachside stay at Villa ViYarte
3 out of 5
Playa Marsella, San Juan del Sur, San Juan del Sur
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly villa in San Juan del Sur. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions San Juan del Sur Beach ...
9/10 Wonderful! (13 reviews)
Breathtaking resort!
"Lovely resort with absolutely spectacular views! Easy access to beach cove. Met the owner and he was incredibly nice as was the staff!"

Reviewed on 4 December 2024

Beachside stay at Villa ViYarte
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Popular places to visit

Wanderlust at la playa en San Juan del Sur

San Juan del Sur Beach

4.5/5(40 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, San Juan del Sur Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to San Juan del Sur. Discover the bars in this relaxing area, or seek out the surfing spots.

San Juan del Sur Beach
Western Nicaragua which includes tropical scenes, a coastal town and street scenes

Puerto Salvador Allende

4.5/5(41 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Managua with a trip to Puerto Salvador Allende. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.

Puerto Salvador Allende
After this banger sunset, we were driving back to town with our sunroof open. We were in good spirits after a mellow surf day and beautiful views when we had a howler monkey almost join us in the car. He howled so loud right into our open roof that the color drained from our faces and we sped home so quickly. If you haven't heard these animals before just listen to Jurassic Park #adventure #overlanding #sunsets #surftowns #beaches #panamerican

El Remanso Beach

4.5/5(6 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, El Remanso Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to San Juan del Sur. Discover the bars in this relaxing area, or seek out the surfing spots.

El Remanso Beach
We walked down from our Airbnb just in time to catch the perfect sunset. Playa Maderas is one of the best beaches I've ever been to. A short and gorgeous walk down from Tacos Locos brings you to a secluded section with hardly any fellow beach goers in sight. You'll also find Matilda's where you'll get great burritos and cold cervazas.

Maderas Beach

4.5/5(21 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Maderas Beach during your travels in San Juan del Sur? Discover the bars in this relaxing area, or seek out the surfing spots.

Maderas Beach
Masaya Volcano National Park

Masaya Volcano National Park

4.5/5(53 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Masaya Volcano National Park, a lovely green space in Nindiri. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Masaya Volcano National Park
Granada Cathedral showing a church or cathedral, a city and heritage architecture

Granada Cathedral

4.5/5(64 reviews)

Find out about the history of Granada with a stop at Granada Cathedral. You can seek out the local tours while in the area.

Granada Cathedral