Rivas Department

Nicaragua

A coastal landscape with a clear view of the ocean, a beach, and a mountainous backdrop.
A coastal town with buildings, a bay, boats, palm trees, and a cliff.
A coastal town with buildings, a hill with a statue, and boats in the water.
A coastal town with a lighthouse, a beach, and a mountainous backdrop.
A mountain with a lake in the foreground and a clear sky.

Popular cities in Rivas Department

An aerial view of a coastal town with a beach, boats, and dense greenery.
San Juan del Sur
Known for Beaches, Relaxing and Bars
Join the sun-kissed surfers at the beautiful beaches of this colorful and fun-loving town located on Nicaragua’s sunny southwest coast.

Reasons to visit

  • San Juan del Sur Beach
  • El Remanso Beach
  • Maderas Beach
Explore CityFind Hotels
A mountain with a lake in the foreground and a clear sky.
Altagracia
Check out the local area in Altagracia—home to attractions like Ojo de Agua Park and Concepcion Volcano.

Reasons to visit

  • Charco Verde Lake
  • Santo Domingo Beach
  • Concepcion Volcano
Explore CityFind Hotels
Thatched-roof huts with wooden railings, a sandy beach, and a blue structure with chairs.
Tola
Head to sights like Gigante Beach and Rancho Santana Beach as you discover Tola.

Reasons to visit

  • Gigante Beach
Explore CityFind Hotels
A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, clear turquoise waters, and a backdrop of hills with scattered buildings.
Rivas
Known for Friendly people, Beaches and Surfing
Rivas awaits: its surfing, beaches, museums, and more!
Explore CityFind Hotels
A mountain with a visible crater, surrounded by lush greenery and a small building labeled "HOTEL".
Moyagalpa
Head to sights like Lake Nicaragua and Jesus Maria Point as you discover Moyagalpa.
Explore CityFind Hotels
A beach with people swimming and walking, a volcano in the background, and green vegetation in the foreground.
San Jorge
Known for Friendly people and Beaches
Explore San Jorge: its beaches and more!
Explore CityFind Hotels

Stay near popular Rivas Department attractions

A coastal town with a statue on a hill overlooking a beach and a marina.

San Juan del Sur Beach

8.8/10 (233 reviews)
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, San Juan del Sur Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to San Juan del Sur. Discover the bars in this relaxing area, or seek out the surfing spots.
See properties

Explore a world of travel with Expedia