San Juan del Sur

Travel Guide

San Juan del Sur showing a sandy beach, a bay or harbor and a coastal town
San Juan del Sur showing a sandy beach, a bay or harbor and a coastal town
San Juan del Sur featuring tropical scenes, a bay or harbor and a sandy beach
San Juan del Sur showing general coastal views, a pool and swimming
Caption---- Cristo de La Divina Misericordia San Juan del sur

Where to stay in San Juan del Sur

High point panoramic view from Christ of the Mercy statue standing on a cliff above the bay of San Juan del Sur in Nicaragua.

Centro

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Centro and surrounding area, you can visit San Juan del Sur Beach and San Juan del Sur Port.

Centro
San Juan Del Sur cruise port in Nicaragua

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 Old Lighthouse Trail and San Juan del Sur Port.

Paradise Bay
360 vr view of laguna in pacific ocean

Pacific Marlin

When in Pacific Marlin, you can plan a visit to Nacascolo Beach and San Juan del Sur Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Pacific Marlin
Panoramic view of the bay of San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua. Beautiful view of San Juan del Sur beach in sunny day

La Talanguera

La Talanguera might not have many top sights, but San Juan del Sur Beach and Nacascolo Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

La Talanguera
360 panorama of San juan del sur

Las Pampas

While there might not be top attractions in Las Pampas, you can explore the larger area and discover places like San Juan del Sur Beach and Old Lighthouse Trail.

Las Pampas
Pelican Eyes Resort in San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua.  Amazing infinity pool with a bar.  The perfect place to watch a sunset in SJDS.  #sunsets #surfsudsandsights #travel #Nicaragua

Frente Sur

While Frente Sur might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like San Juan del Sur Beach and Old Lighthouse Trail.

Frente Sur
TreeCasa Hotel & Resort

TreeCasa Hotel & Resort

4 out of 5
1 TreeCasa Road San Juan del Sur Rivas
Book a stay at this beach hotel in San Juan del Sur. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Nacascolo Beach and Christ of ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (115 reviews)
This stay is spectacular! The staff are exceptional, food was delicious and the resort is one of a kind. The rooms were clean and beautifully decorated, waking up to howler monkeys outside our patio in the trees was very memorable. The pools, waterslide and waterfall drop were so much fun. Our stay ...

Reviewed on 26 January 2026

TreeCasa Hotel & Resort
La Santa Maria Resort

La Santa Maria Resort

4 out of 5
Calle Barlovento San Juan del Sur Rivas
Stay at this condo in San Juan del Sur. Enjoy free parking, a health club, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Petroglyph and San Juan del ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (62 reviews)
The in room massage was amazing. The property had many surprising areas to spend time in the sun (pools, hammocks, hot tubs and more). Be prepared to coexist with beautiful exotic birds onsite. Communication at all hours via WhatsApp was very helpful. Would definitely return noting that though walkable ...

Reviewed on 20 January 2026

La Santa Maria Resort
Surf Ranch Hotel & Resort

Surf Ranch Hotel & Resort

3 out of 5
Empalme de el Valle, 991.5 al Este San Juan del Sur
The price is SAR 274 per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
SAR 274
SAR 315 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in San Juan del Sur. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Ostional Private WildLife ...
5.6/10 (131 reviews)
Amazing customer service

Reviewed on 24 January 2026

Surf Ranch Hotel & Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
La Santa Maria Resort

La Santa Maria Resort

4 out of 5
Calle Barlovento San Juan del Sur Rivas
Stay at this condo in San Juan del Sur. Enjoy free parking, a health club, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Petroglyph and San Juan del ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (62 reviews)
The in room massage was amazing. The property had many surprising areas to spend time in the sun (pools, hammocks, hot tubs and more). Be prepared to coexist with beautiful exotic birds onsite. Communication at all hours via WhatsApp was very helpful. Would definitely return noting that though walkable ...

Reviewed on 20 January 2026

La Santa Maria Resort
Beachside stay at Villa ViYarte

Beachside stay at Villa ViYarte

3 out of 5
Playa Marsella San Juan del Sur
Book a stay at this business-friendly villa in San Juan del Sur. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Playa Marsella and Maderas ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (23 reviews)
Everything was wonderful, lovely hosts, spotless room, good food, great prices, beautiful villa.

Reviewed on 20 December 2025

Beachside stay at Villa ViYarte
Beachfront Villa - Playa Coco (near San Juan del Sur)

Beachfront Villa - Playa Coco (near San Juan del Sur)

San Juan del Sur Rivas
Book a stay at this beach condo in San Juan del Sur. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a garden. Popular attractions El Coco Beach and Refugio de Vida Silvestre ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (25 reviews)
Amazing quiet beach, well maintained property grounds/pool and the accomodation itself was beautiful. In addition, the host was very responsive and helpful. We don't often return to the exact same place because we enjoy new adventures, but this one could change that for us!

Reviewed on 24 January 2026

Beachfront Villa - Playa Coco (near San Juan del Sur)
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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