Las Peñitas

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Being only a 30 minute bus ride from downtown León, it's hard to imagine a beach this beautiful being so deserted. 
True, being up for sunrise certainly helps, but even throughout the day the beaches of Las Peñitas are for the most part deserted.

Just be sure to check with the locals before diving into the water; while some stretches are perfect for swimming, others are a little rougher and can be dangerous for the unprepared.

#Nicaragua #Leon #LasPenitas #Beach
Being only a 30 minute bus ride from downtown León, it's hard to imagine a beach this beautiful being so deserted. 
True, being up for sunrise certainly helps, but even throughout the day the beaches of Las Peñitas are for the most part deserted.

Just be sure to check with the locals before diving into the water; while some stretches are perfect for swimming, others are a little rougher and can be dangerous for the unprepared.

#Nicaragua #Leon #LasPenitas #Beach
Aaki Hotel

Aaki Hotel

2.5 out of 5
Entrada a Las Peñitas, 600 metros al sur León León
$95 nightly
The price is $109 total per night from Feb 3 to Feb 4
$109 total
Feb 3 - Feb 4
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in León. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attraction Las Penitas Beach is located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (35 reviews)
Had a great time great host most definitely will be coming back

Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025

Aaki Hotel
Nayal Lodge

Nayal Lodge

3 out of 5
De la Policia 300mts. al Este León León
$80 nightly
The price is $92 total per night from Jan 26 to Jan 27
$92 total
Jan 26 - Jan 27
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in León. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attraction Las Penitas Beach is located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (54 reviews)
The atmosphere and vibe were perfect. The layout and the garden on the property was so beautiful. The room itself very comforting and aligned with the Nayal style.

Reviewed on Nov 23, 2025

Nayal Lodge
Hotel Tranquilo

Hotel Tranquilo

3.5 out of 5
50 meters south of pescanova León Leon
$101 nightly
The price is $117 total per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
$117 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in León. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attraction ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (45 reviews)
Nice staff , very nice and quiet place.. beautiful view of the ocean from the back yard

Reviewed on Jan 13, 2026

Hotel Tranquilo
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.
Beachfront Private Apartment

Beachfront Private Apartment

Las Penitas Sur Leon,
Stay at this apartment in León. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and air conditioning. Popular attraction Las Penitas Beach is located nearby.
Beachfront Private Apartment
Beachfront Private Room Triple

Beachfront Private Room Triple

Las Penitas Sur Leon
Stay at this vacation home in León. Popular attraction Las Penitas Beach is located nearby.
Beachfront Private Room Triple
Family Room: comfortable space for 6 people near the beach

Family Room: comfortable space for 6 people near the beach

Las Peñitas León
Stay at this aparthotel in León. Popular attraction Las Penitas Beach is located nearby.
Family Room: comfortable space for 6 people near the beach
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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Reviews of Las Peñitas

4.3
Top Destination
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3 - Okay
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Water is beautiful with big waves, but thus is danergous to enter the ocean. Great walking beach, but not for swimming.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Small fishing village. Quiet, safe. Enjoyable to watch the fishing boats leave and return. Very strong tidfes...be careful.

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