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San Juan Del Sur


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.
Things to See and Do in San Juan Del Sur

Refugio de Vida Silvestre La Flor

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 ...
Beach
San Juan Del Sur, Nicaragua

Turtle Watching

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 ...
Other Activity
San Juan Del Sur, Nicaragua

El Ostional

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 ...
Beach
San Juan Del Sur, Nicaragua

Hiking in San Juan del Sur

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. ...
Hiking
San Juan Del Sur, Nicaragua

Diving in San Juan del Sur

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 ...
Diving
San Juan Del Sur, Nicaragua

Canopy Tour

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 ...
Paragliding and Hangliding
San Juan Del Sur, Nicaragua

Surfing in San Juan del Sur

There are four 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, ...
Surfing
San Juan Del Sur, Nicaragua

Biking in San Juan del Sur

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. ...
Bicycling
San Juan Del Sur, Nicaragua
San Juan Del Sur Hotels

Aventura Lodge

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 ...
Hotel
San Juan Del Sur, Nicaragua

Bahia del Sol

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 ...
Hotel
San Juan Del Sur, Nicaragua

Casa Mariposa

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 ...
Guesthouse
San Juan Del Sur, Nicaragua

Park Avenue Villas Hotel

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. ...
Hotel
San Juan Del Sur, Nicaragua

Hotel Azul Pitahaya

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 ...
Hotel
San Juan Del Sur, Nicaragua

Hotel Colonial

($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 ...
Hotel
San Juan Del Sur, Nicaragua

Hotel Joxi

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 $10-15 and come with an air ...
Hotel
San Juan Del Sur, Nicaragua

Casa Oro

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 ...
Hostel
San Juan Del Sur, Nicaragua

Casa Feliz

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 ...
Hostel
San Juan Del Sur, Nicaragua

Inn on the Pacific

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 ...
Hotel
San Juan Del Sur, Nicaragua

Casa Del Soul

This new 3-story luxury beachfront home can be rented as a 3-bedroom house or split up and the bedrooms rented separately. Each bedroom has it's own bathroom, and guests are hav ...
Hotel
San Juan Del Sur, Nicaragua
San Juan Del Sur Restaurants

Terraza Casablanca

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 ...
Restaurant
San Juan Del Sur, Nicaragua

Smokey's Sports Bar

This popular bar has a large projector and four TVs. Featuring a pool table, a dartboard and draft beer; it is a classic American Sports Bar, relocated. They also serve bar food for under five ...
Bar
San Juan Del Sur, Nicaragua

Las Flores 'Mache's Bar'

This bar is officially called Las Flores, but is referred to by everyone in San Juan del Sur knows it as “Mache’s.” It is one block north of the Municipal Market, and marked with an arch that ...
Bar
San Juan Del Sur, Nicaragua

Big Wave Dave's-2008

($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 ...
Restaurant
San Juan Del Sur, Nicaragua

Bar Coquito

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 ...
Bar
San Juan Del Sur, Nicaragua

Congo Hills

($1.25-$4.50) This quiet coffee shop is a great place to start the day. Congo Hills is filled with small wooden tables and chairs and offers a relaxing atmosphere, as well as free wireless Internet. ...
Restaurant
San Juan Del Sur, Nicaragua

El Timon-2008

($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 ...
Restaurant
San Juan Del Sur, Nicaragua

La Cascara Bar and Restaurant

($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 ...
Restaurant
San Juan Del Sur, Nicaragua

Bambu Beach

($4.25-$10.50) For gourmet food in a chic, comfortable environment at mid-range prices, head to Bambu Beach. Chef Gavin Isaac cooks up everything from organic salads with sautéed chicken and mango ...
Restaurant
San Juan Del Sur, Nicaragua

El Pozo

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 ...
Restaurant
San Juan Del Sur, Nicaragua

Ranchos

This is a good place to get cheap lobster. Tucked away behind bambo walls it is cozy, affordable and best of all the service is ...
Restaurant
San Juan Del Sur, Nicaragua
Reviews
Traveler Reviews of San Juan Del Sur

Regular visitor to SJDS

Good people, old world meets new world.

Traveler from Florida on Jan 06, 2009

Foods!!

I liked the awsome, wild foods!

Traveler from Florida on Apr 17, 2007

Before I die, I promise I will go back

I like the people in San Juan del Sur. They are so friendly!

Traveler from France on Dec 12, 2005
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