Why Stay at a Nicaragua Mountain Hotel

Nicaragua is a true paradise. Blessed with seven types of forest and millions of plant species, including 800 species of orchids alone, there are plenty of opportunities to explore exquisite wilderness at a rustic and charming Nicaragua mountain hotel.

Pacaya Lodge & Spa, Laguna de Apoyo’s first luxury and mountain hotel, offers a number of excursions, spa experiences, and yoga retreats that retirees won’t want to miss. Pacaya Lodge & Spa is located right next to a crater of an inactive volcano, which means the surrounding landscape is filled with mountains. Take a dip in the refreshing waters of the crater lake, enjoy a world-class meal at Restaurante Guardabarranco, or rent a private casita, handicap-accessible room for incredible views of the mountain slopes around the crater. Learn about Nicaragua and get some exercise by taking advantage of our tours and excursions to local nature reserves and forests. 

For those looking to explore Nicaragua’s 80 protected reserves, we recommend El Chocoyero and Montibelli Natural Reserves. These reserves are full of diverse flora and fauna including brilliant parakeets, guardabarrancos, sloths, monkeys, and butterflies. For a list of recommended parks and gardens, check out Lonely Planet’s hot list here. Be sure to bring your binoculars, birding books, and more to this bio-hotspot.

Visit the Pueblos Blancos to discover the tradition and talent behind Nicaraguan craftwork. Artisans in the Pueblos Blancos are famous for their woven hammocks, colorful ceramics, paintings, basket weaving, carpentry, and more. These artisans make use of traditional materials such as locally grown bamboo, wood, banana fibers, and clay. The people are incredibly friendly and many will invite you into their studios and workshops to see the process. They also offer a variety of classes and educational opportunities. All the while, the towering Volcán Masaya can be seen in the background of Los Pueblos Blancos. Venture to Volcán Masaya with one of our tours, where hiking trails will take you to craters and caves along the volcano slopes.

Are you ready to experience all that a Nicaragua mountain hotel has to offer? Book your stay at Pacaya Lodge & Spa today!