Guacalito de La Isla Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Beach on Emerald Coast of Nicaragua

Popular places to visit

Next time you find yourself in Nicaragua, skip the tourist hordes and party scene of San Juan Del Sur, and head up the coast a little bit to Playa Gigante. It's a beautiful, quiet little beach town, with some really decent surfing, and a few really great restaurants.

Gigante Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Gigante Beach during your travels in Tola?

Gigante Beach

Guacalito de la Isla Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Manzanillo at Guacalito de la Isla Golf Course.

Guacalito de la Isla Golf Course

Rancho Santana Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Rancho Santana Beach during your trip to Jiquelite?

Rancho Santana Beach

Guasacate Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Guasacate Beach during your trip to Tola?

Guasacate Beach

Hacienda Iguana Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Playa Colorado at Hacienda Iguana Golf Club. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Hacienda Iguana Golf Club

Playa Amarillo

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Playa Amarillo might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to El Gigante. Wander the forests and seaside while you're in the area.

Playa Amarillo

Activities

2-Hour Guided Surf Lesson in Playa Maderas

2-Hour Guided Surf Lesson in Playa Maderas

NZ$67
per adult
2-Hour Guided Surf Lesson in Playa Maderas
Private Tour to Granada Colonial City and 365 Islets

Private Tour to Granada Colonial City and 365 Islets

NZ$226
per adult
Private Tour to Granada Colonial City and 365 Islets
Private Tour Zipline and Adventure Park from San Juan del Sur

Private Tour Zipline and Adventure Park from San Juan del Sur

NZ$268
per adult
Private Tour Zipline and Adventure Park from San Juan del Sur
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Our pick of the best Guacalito de La Isla Hotel Deals

TreeCasa Hotel & Resort

TreeCasa Hotel & Resort

4 out of 5
1 TreeCasa Road San Juan del Sur Rivas
Stay at this beach hotel in San Juan del Sur. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Popular attractions San Juan del Sur Beach and Nacascolo ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (130 reviews)
Great stay would recommend 2-3 nights max because it's very secluded.

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

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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 San Juan del Sur Beach and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (74 reviews)
Placentero lugar para pasarle en familia , unas vista hermosas , buena atención lo escogería unas y mil veces más 😊.

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

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La Santa Maria Resort
Gran Hotel Victoria

Gran Hotel Victoria

3 out of 5
Costado sur Parque Evaristo Carazo Rivas Rivas
The price is NZ$161 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
NZ$161
6 Apr - 7 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rivas. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free valet parking. Popular attractions San Pedro Parish and Anthropology ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (84 reviews)
Beautiful room friendly helpful staff excellent location it seems like part of the city is built around this hotel lovely rocking chairs out front to enjoy a beverage and cigar

Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026

Gran Hotel Victoria
Black Pearl Inn

Black Pearl Inn

3 out of 5
Barrio Joaquín Chamorro San Juan del Sur Rivas
The price is NZ$173 per night from 27 Mar to 28 Mar
NZ$173
27 Mar - 28 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Juan del Sur. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (134 reviews)
Excellent

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Black Pearl Inn
Costa Oeste

Costa Oeste

3 out of 5
Santana Beach Popoyo Rivas
The price is NZ$206 per night from 26 Mar to 27 Mar
NZ$206
26 Mar - 27 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Tola. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (115 reviews)
Our stay was amazing! Everything was super clean. The food was ORGANIC and DELICIOUS! 10/10 I can’t wait to go again!

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Costa Oeste
Morgan's Rock Reserve & Ecolodge

Morgan's Rock Reserve & Ecolodge

5 out of 5
12 km northwest of San Juan del Sur San Juan del Sur
The price is NZ$544 per night from 25 Apr to 26 Apr
NZ$544
25 Apr - 26 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in San Juan del Sur. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions San Juan del Sur Beach and Maderas Beach ...
9/10 Wonderful! (53 reviews)
General feel of the place and we got kicked put

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Morgan's Rock Reserve & Ecolodge
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Other neighbourhoods around Guacalito de La Isla

Plage de San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua

Playa La Redonda

Visitors to Playa La Redonda enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Gigante Beach is worth a stop.

Playa La Redonda
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

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