Where to Stay in Granada, Nicaragua
Are you wondering where to stay in Granada, Nicaragua?
Granada is a popular destination in Nicaragua that has a lot to offer to visitors. This colorful colonial town is a great place to base yourself for at least a few days while you are traveling through Nicaragua.
Here are the top things to do in and around Granada:
- Climb to the bell tower of two of the town’s historic churches, Immaculate Conception of Mary Cathedral Church and Church of the Mercy, for great views (each has admission of $1)
- Take a boat trip to the nearby Isletas de Granada at sunset
- Spend a chilled out day relaxing at one of the beach clubs on Laguna de Apoyo just 30 minutes away (you can book transportation and a day pass for $14 from Oasis Hostel in Granada)
- See glowing lava at Masaya Volcano on a nighttime tour
- Visit nearby Mombacho Volcano and hike in the cloud forest
- Attend the Treehouse Party on Friday night which happens at a treehouse in the middle of the jungle 20 minutes outside Granada (tickets are $37 and must be booked online in advance)
- Enjoy a bite to eat at a charming cafe like the Garden Cafe, Gaia Forest Cafe, or Cafe de Arte
As you can see, a lot of the best things to do here are actually outside Granada itself, but they town makes an excellent base for exploring all of the nearby destinations and activities for a few days.
Best Places to Stay in Granada
Granada is a fairly small city, with the historic center concentrated around Parque Central. Most of the hotels and hostels in Granada are located within a few blocks of Parque Central and its main square.
I personally stayed at Socialtel Granada. I hesitate to recommend this place to other travelers, though. It’s a great and convenient location (right on Parque Central with views of the cathedral) and some of the facilities are nice. There’s a swimming pool and plenty of comfortable lounge areas, including a big patio. I also appreciated the free filtered water was available so you could refill your water bottle any time.
I booked a private room and was offered a free upgrade to a “suite” which was unfortunately really bad. The room was super dirty, the air conditioning barely worked, and the wood around the window was rotted away, exposing huge gaps to the outside. This also meant the room had zero soundproofing, and being located on the second floor overlooking the main square, meant that it was incredibly noisy at night.
It was pretty disappointing overall. If you’re looking for a cheap hostel, there are much better options in Granada, and if you’re looking for a nice private room, there are also many better hotels in Granada.
Here are my top picks for where to stay in Granada:
- Best boutique hotel: Boutique Hotel Secret Garden Granada
- Best guest house: Casa Bubu Guest House
- Best on a budget: Oasis Hostel
And here’s a full breakdown of where to stay in Granada.
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Boutique Hotel Secret Garden Granada
Boutique Hotel Secret Garden Granada is a great place to stay if you are looking for a boutique luxury experience. This hotel is in a quiet part of Granada, about a ten-minute walk from Parque Central.
The hotel offers stylish, airy guest rooms, some with private balconies. There is an outdoor swimming pool and a breezy terrace where guests can relax. Guests will enjoy free breakfast each morning here too.
Hotel Plaza Colon
Hotel Plaza Colon is another great place to stay in Granada. This highly-rated hotel is located just off the main square and Parque Central, making it a very convenient base for your stay in Granada.
The rooms at this colonial-style hotel are spacious and decorated in a traditional style. Some have private balconies. There’s a swimming pool and breakfast is complimentary each morning.
Casa Bubu Guest House
Casa Bubu Guest House is a lovely luxury hotel in Granada. It’s just a couple of blocks from the main square and has a cozy, inviting atmosphere with beautiful rooms decorated in a vibrant boho-chic style.
There’s a small outdoor swimming pool and free breakfast is included with your stay here.
Hotel Dario Granada
Hotel Dario Granada is an elegant four-star hotel in a great location in Granada. It’s located on a pedestrian-only street filled with restaurants and bars just a couple of minutes away from the main square.
The rooms are decorated in a traditional colonial style, and some have balconies with great views of nearby Mombacho Volcano. Guests will enjoy free breakfast and access to a swimming pool.
Hotel Casa San Francisco
Hotel Casa San Francisco is a great mid-range hotel in Granada. This charming hotel is situated on a picturesque street a little outside the center of town, but just a short walk away from Parque Central.
There is a small outdoor swimming pool and breakfast is included each morning.
Hotel Casa del Consulado
Hotel Casa del Consulado is another nice option if you are looking for affordable hotels in Granada. This historic colonial-style hotel is just one block away from Parque Central and the main square.
The rooms here are simple and comfortable, and very spacious. Everything is situated around a quiet central courtyard with a swimming pool and a shady terrace. Daily breakfast is complimentary.
Oasis Hostel
For travelers on a budget, Oasis Hostel is a great place to stay in Granada. At this affordable hostel, you can choose between shared dorm rooms and private rooms, some of which offer air conditioning.
Oasis Hostel has a swimming pool, a shared kitchen, comfy lounge areas, and a pool table. You can also book lots of popular tours through the hostel. Guests enjoy a free all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast.
Hostel de Boca en Boca
Hostel de Boca en Boca is another one of the best options for backpackers and budget travelers in Granada. This hostel is located just a couple of minutes away from the main square of the city.
There are shared dorm rooms and private rooms, some of which offer air conditioning. There’s also a swimming pool, a pool table, and plenty of comfy common areas. You also get free breakfast here.
Hostal Azul
One more hostel to consider in Granada if you’re looking for a cheap place to stay is Hostal Azul. Similar to the other hostels, this place offers a swimming pool, free breakfast, and common areas.
There’s a shared kitchen and plenty of places to lounge, including hammocks and rocking chairs.
Where to Stay in Granada, Nicaragua
This guide showed you where to stay in Granada, Nicaragua.
To recap, my top picks for where to stay are:
- Best boutique hotel: Boutique Hotel Secret Garden Granada
- Best guest house: Casa Bubu Guest House
- Best on a budget: Oasis Hostel
Have a great trip and enjoy your stay in Granada!
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