Set in a picturesque horseshoe bay on the Pacific coast, San Juan del Sur is an easy hop from Granada or Managua and provides an excellent and economic beach escape from travels inland. A strip of hotels along the beachfront road provide cheap accommodation and excellent views.
By Dyani Makous Dyani Makous has a B.F.A. in writing and a minor in Photography from Emerson College. She is currently living in San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua, working...
El Refugio de Vida Silvestre, located 21 kilometers south of San Juan del Sur, is one of few in the world where you can witness massive congregations of endangered Olive Ridley turtles (called
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From the months of July to January or February, it is possible to see thousands of turtles laying and hatching eggs along local beaches and at the Turtle Nesting Sanctuary. If you walk around, you
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If you’re in the mood for a tranquil experience away from all the tourists, take a trip to El Ostional. Staying at this quiet and indigenous fishing village is like taking a peek into the San Juan
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The main hiking option in San Juan del Sur is the trail on La Questa Hill. Either rent a car, or take a taxi to the northeast side of town, past the Texaco and about 6 km up the road, until it ends.
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The surrounding beaches in the municipality of San Juan del Sur offer greet coral reefs and a variety of interesting and colorful tropical fish. From July to February, Olive Ridley turtles can be
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For more adventurous types eager to explore the nature and wildlife of San Juan del Sur, a canopy tour is a great option. The main canopy tour of the area is called Da Flying Frog and is located
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Paragliding and Hangliding
San Juan Del Sur, Nicaragua
There are three main Surf Shops in San Juan del Sur, all of which are located within a four-block radius of each other in the center of town. All of them offer surf lessons for different levels,
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Whether you are interested in just biking around or going on an expedition, several hostels, hotels, and surf shops offer bike rentals for about $5-6 a day. Visible signs are posted all around town.
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The horseback ride to the beach with Rancho Chilamate is not to be missed. The guides are great, the horses fat and happy, the route interesting and the beach spectacular. They will pick you up in
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Aventura Lodge is a stunning hotel in San Juan del Sur. Set in a lush jungle garden, Aventura Lodge has a pristine swimming pool, cable TV, air-con, WiFi and breakfast included. There are five
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Casa Mariposa is a beautiful rental home only 25 minutes from San Juan del Sur. Casa Mariposa offers incredible views of the Pacific and is located in the magnificent Parque Maritimo reserve on Playa
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Our professional architecture and interior design are critical to why Bahia del Sol is one of the best real estate investments in Nicaragua.
Bahia del Sol has the look and feel of an upscale
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The Inn on the Pacific is one of the only beach-front hotels in the area. It has six deluxe suites and one penthouse with a jacuzzi. Each room has a kitchenette, microwave, refrigerator, wireless
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La Veranera is a boutique beachfront guesthouse on Nicaragua\'s pearl of a beach Playa El Coco. Playa El Coco is located only 30min South of San Juan del Sur and the closest lodging to the turtle
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Park Avenue Villas is a condo-style hotel with fully furnished kitchens, living/dining rooms. There are air conditioners, ceiling fans, hot water, and North American- style living.
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Hotel Azul Pitahaya is located a block from the beach, away from the shore-front noise, and is a solid option for visitors who can afford to pay a bit more for spotless rooms with the usual amenities
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($48.00 per person or $54.00 for two) If you want luxury feel at a reasonable price, head to Hotel Colonial. It is sparkling clean, with swans constructed of towels on the pillows and complimentary
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Hotel Joxi, located one and a half blocks west of the municipal market, is the place for travelers in need of space and comfort on a tight budget. Rooms cost $10-12 and come with an air
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Casa Oro, located 20 meters south of Hotel Colonial, is one of the most popular hostels in San Jaun del Sur with dormitory-style room rates from $7-8. Lockers are free, but small. There is a
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At Casa Feliz, you will find a fooseball table in the entryway, a living room with a couch and a TV, and a communal kitchen open to all. A backyard with hammocks confirms the sign in the hallway that
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This is a nice place to go for sunset cocktails. More of a bar than a restaurant the deckchair seats are comfortable, the views are perfect and the drinks are cheap. If you are so chilled out you
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This is one of the more up market places along the seafront but no more pricey than the slightly less pleasant looking spots. Service is friendly and prompt; plates are very tasty and good value for
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This is a great spot for breakfast. If you want to pig out go for the breakfast buffet, which offers everything from cereals and fruit to bacon and eggs and pancakes. If not, then just go for one
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You can always count on Big Wave Daves as a place to meet other travelers. They serve good food (and great burgers) in a surf-style, beach town restaurant. However, the prices are higher than in
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Located in the heart of San Juan del Sur, El Pozo is a contemporary restaurant that offers a change from the traditional Nicaraguan fare. The chefs use fresh, local ingredients and offer creative
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($6.00-$20.00) Although it belongs to the hotel and resort Pelican Eyes, the restaurant is open to the public. The stone-bar is lit with candles and framed with red upholstery seating. The outdoor
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($4.50-$30.00) There are several restaurants along the beach of San Juan del Sur. However, El Timon stands out, due to its wide selection of high quality seafood, attentive wait-staff and relaxed
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Not only does Bar Coquito have the cheapest beer on the beach, they also have tasty food for a relatively low price ($.50-$4.00) - great for the budget traveler. The bar's a la carte menu allows
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($2.50-$7.50) Half a block from the beach, Big Wave Dave’s has a spacious, tropical interior with a wide, rectangular bar. They also have one of the widest menu selections in town. Options range
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