Diriá

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Apoyo Lagoon rests in the crater of an extinct volcano. At the lookout point there are many shops/vendors and places to eat and a restroom (for a price). It's very windy and much cooler up there so bring layers! This is a must see when in Nicaragua!
Apoyo Lagoon rests in the crater of an extinct volcano. At the lookout point there are many shops/vendors and places to eat and a restroom (for a price). It's very windy and much cooler up there so bring layers! This is a must see when in Nicaragua!
If your looking for something to do to cool off in Nicaragua's heat, head to Laguna de Apoyo just outside Managua. Resorts line the rim of this volcanic Crater Lake and you can sit by the lakeside enjoying piña colodas. Swimming here is great though there's not much in the way of beaches. Spend the day or stay over night and be prepared to chill.
Laguna de Apoyo, a giant carter lake that formed after a volcano imploded on itself. You can see smoking Mombacho Volcano in the background.
Beautiful Laguna de Apoyo. If you've ever wanted to go swimming in the crater lake of an extinct volcano, go here! Such a stunning place and very close to Managua.
Best Western Las Mercedes Airport

Best Western Las Mercedes Airport

4 out of 5
Km 11.5 Carretera Norte Managua
$79 nightly
The price is $91 total per night from Feb 5 to Feb 6
$91 total
Feb 5 - Feb 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Managua. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,592 reviews)
There was a long slow moving line for checkin, but other than that the process was smooth and easy. Everything was correct and no issues.

Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026

Best Western Las Mercedes Airport
Airport X Managua Hotel

Airport X Managua Hotel

3 out of 5
Frente Iglesia Managua
$33 nightly
The price is $38 total per night from Jan 28 to Jan 29
$38 total
Jan 28 - Jan 29
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Managua. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
Our room was clean and comfortable. The staff were all courteous and helpful. They are all about the money and want you to pay for everything as you go. It would be more enjoyable to have things on a tab and pay at the checkout. We did enjoy the hotel “pets” (a small monkey and a kitten). The taxi ...

Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026

Airport X Managua Hotel
Hotel Contempo

Hotel Contempo

4 out of 5
KM 11 Carretera Masaya 400 metros Managua Managua
$77 nightly
The price is $89 total per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
$89 total
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Managua. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (508 reviews)
It really was a pleasant surprise for Nicaragua, super clean great staff. I just wish people would stop using fragrance.

Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026

Hotel Contempo
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Hotel-Selvazul Laguna Apoyo

Hotel-Selvazul Laguna Apoyo

3 out of 5
Del Gancho de Camino Catarina Masaya
Stay at this villa in Catarina. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Mirador de Catarina and Laguna de Apoyo are located ...
6.8/10 (8 reviews)
Friendly staff, punctual and assertive Rooms were spotless and clean. The area was quiet and peaceful

Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025

Hotel-Selvazul Laguna Apoyo
Private Waterfront Home on Laguna de Apoyo with Infinity Pool

Private Waterfront Home on Laguna de Apoyo with Infinity Pool

Masaya Masaya
Stay at this vacation home in Catarina. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Mirador de Catarina and Laguna de Apoyo are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (46 reviews)
I am so grateful for to have found this spot. The host were very warming and nice. I was looking for a place to stay last minute due to another property faild to come thru. I was looking for a place around 1am in Nicaragua. I thought to myself it’s 1am, and we may have to wait to the morning or next ...

Reviewed on Oct 4, 2025

Private Waterfront Home on Laguna de Apoyo with Infinity Pool
Cozy apartment in phenomenal Managua with WiFi, AC, garache and kitchen.

Cozy apartment in phenomenal Managua with WiFi, AC, garache and kitchen.

Managua Managua Department
Stay at this apartment in Managua. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Plaza Las Praderas and Plaza Once are located ...
Cozy apartment in phenomenal Managua with WiFi, AC, garache and kitchen.
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If your looking for something to do to cool off in Nicaragua's heat, head to Laguna de Apoyo just outside Managua. Resorts line the rim of this volcanic Crater Lake and you can sit by the lakeside enjoying piña colodas. Swimming here is great though there's not much in the way of beaches. Spend the day or stay over night and be prepared to chill.

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Apoyo Lagoon rests in the crater of an extinct volcano. At the lookout point there are many shops/vendors and places to eat and a restroom (for a price). It's very windy and much cooler up there so bring layers! This is a must see when in Nicaragua!

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