Title: Central Nicaragua Travel Guide: Best of Central Nicaragua, Nicaragua Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Central Nicaragua](https://expedia.co.uk/Central-Nicaragua-Hotels.d6053702.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Central Nicaragua](https://expedia.co.uk/Central-Nicaragua-Holiday-Rentals.d6053702.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Central Nicaragua](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Central-Nicaragua.d6053702.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Central Nicaragua](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Central-Nicaragua.d6053702.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Central Nicaragua Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Central-Nicaragua.d6053702.Car-Hire-Guide)[Central Nicaragua Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Central-Nicaragua.d6053702.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Central Nicaragua Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Photo provided by Nicaraguan Tourism Board](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/69000/69287-Rio-San-Juan.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by Nicaraguan Tourism Board](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/69000/69287-Rio-San-Juan.jpg) ![Photo provided by Nicaraguan Tourism Board](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/69000/69288-Rio-San-Juan.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by Nicaraguan Tourism Board](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/69000/69288-Rio-San-Juan.jpg) ![Photo provided by Nicaraguan Tourism Board](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/69000/69286-Rio-San-Juan.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by Nicaraguan Tourism Board](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/69000/69286-Rio-San-Juan.jpg) ![Photo provided by errezeta / Nicaraguan Tourism Board](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/69000/69305-Somoto.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by errezeta / Nicaraguan Tourism Board](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/69000/69305-Somoto.jpg) ![Photo provided by errezeta / Nicaraguan Tourism Board](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/69000/69304-Somoto.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by errezeta / Nicaraguan Tourism Board](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/69000/69304-Somoto.jpg) ## Visit Central Nicaragua Things to do #### Explore this picturesque region, which stretches from a soaring mountain range through sprawling coffee plantations to the Pacific coastline. Central Nicaragua is a rewarding destination for travellers who want to explore the outdoors. Its glorious natural countryside consists of cloud forests, coffee farms, lush green hills, rivers and tobacco fields. Visit Central Nicaragua’s cowboy towns and isolated rural villages. Admire pretty waterfalls, hike mountain trails, relax in thermal baths and spot exotic wildlife. Jinotega is the gateway to outdoor adventures in the region’s north. Hike amid cloud forests and visit waterfalls at the Peñas Bancas Massif. Watch for monkeys, wild cats and rare bird species. The extended mountain mass is part of the Bosawas Biosphere Reserve, Central America’s biggest natural reserve. Try zip lining in La Brellera and discover tribal villages while walking in Cerro Datanlí Natural Reserve and the Jinotegan Highlands. Take a guided tour of a coffee farm, trek to summit viewpoints and encounter rundown gold mines around Matagalpa. Travel to Estelí, deep in the heart of the Sébaco Valley. This lively town is famous for tobacco plantations and cigar factories. Find pre-Columbian artifacts in Pueblo Nuevo and browse the workshops of marble artisans in San Juan de Limay. Journey south to the Boaco department and relax in the soothing hot springs near Embalse las Canoas. Camoapa features ruins of an ancient city and the Salinas caves. Scrutinize centuries-old rock art at Piedra Pintada. Be sure to visit Chontales department to experience Nicaragua’s thriving cowboy and cattle-rearing culture. Watch delightful sunsets from towns such as Puerto Diaz on the north shore of Lake Nicaragua. In the region’s southeastern corner is the Río San Juan department. Here, El Castillo is a gateway to the Indio Maíz Biological Reserve. Catch a boat to the Solentiname Islands, a small archipelago on Lake Nicaragua. Reach Central Nicaragua by flying to Managua’s Augusto C. Sandino International Airport and get to your final destination via local buses or on organised tours. Take your time to fully appreciate this scenic region and then relax on the beaches of Nicaragua’s Pacific coastline. - Top hotels in Central Nicaragua - Top Holiday Rentals in Central Nicaragua ![Hotel Hex Esteli](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6980000/6975400/6975392/416e82cc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Hex Esteli 200 meters north of La Fortuna Hospital Esteli £52 30 Dec - 31 Dec includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Esteli. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Museo de Historia y Arqueología and History ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (181 reviews) Clean and comfortable Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F12%2F2025&endDate=31%2F12%2F2025&selected=6975392&PinnedHotelID=6975392&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6053702) ![Hotel Los Altos Esteli](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10610000/10608200/10608128/5610bed5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Los Altos Esteli Calle transversal #13 Esteli Esteli £57 6 Dec - 7 Dec includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Esteli. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Galería de Héroes y Mártires and Esteli City Park are located ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (96 reviews) This is such a cute, small hotel, and we enjoy coming back. The best part, for us, is the 24/7 staff presence at the front desk. It feels very secure knowing someone is always available to let you in. The staff has always been decent, and the simple included breakfast is a convenient perk. The courtyard ... Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F12%2F2025&endDate=07%2F12%2F2025&selected=10608128&PinnedHotelID=10608128&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6053702) ![Vera Eco-Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111260000/111250700/111250683/0c38b01d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Vera Eco-Resort Vera Eco-Resort San Ramon Matagalpa £52 7 Dec - 8 Dec includes taxes & fees Stay at this resort in San Ramon. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions El Castillo del Cacao Museum and Guanuca Cultural Center ... 8/10 Very Good! (4 reviews) This place is amazing!!!! The staff is super friendly and the location is beautiful Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=07%2F12%2F2025&endDate=08%2F12%2F2025&selected=111250683&PinnedHotelID=111250683&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6053702) [See all 54 properties in Central Nicaragua](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=05%2F12%2F2025&endDate=06%2F12%2F2025®ionId=6053702) 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. ![Mil flores de Palsila es una cabaña de montaña con temperaturas de 18-24 grados.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103330000/103325300/103325258/9376b62d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Mil flores de Palsila es una cabaña de montaña con temperaturas de 18-24 grados. Matagalpa Matagalpa Stay at this holiday home in Matagalpa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a garden. Popular attractions El Castillo del Cacao Museum and Cathedral ... Amazing property Amazing property and location, there were some minor inconveniences but nothing to stress about. Downstairs showerhead needs to be replaced and I had issues turning off the living room lights. It's a dimmer switch and sometimes it would not go to the off position. Again, nothing to stress about but ... Reviewed on 3 Aug 2024 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Matagalpa-Hotels-Mil-Flores-De-Palsila-Es-Una-Cabana-De-Montana-Con-Temperaturas-De-18-24-Grados.h103325258.Hotel-Information) ![Cottage Style Cabin](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100850000/100841800/100841733/w1024h572x0y56-355c0b0c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cottage Style Cabin El arenal Matagalpa Stay at this cabin in Matagalpa. Enjoy laundry facilities. Popular attractions La Bujona Waterfall and El Castillo del Cacao Museum are located nearby. 2/10 (1 review) Do not rent this property The ad says washer and dryer but when you get there they tell you it's not for guests but you can use it. I used it for one wash and it took all the water in the tank so for the rest of the day we had no water. They came to fix it and it took until 10pm the following day. The owner of the property ... Reviewed on 22 Aug 2024 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Matagalpa-Hotels-Cottage-Style-Cabin.h100841733.Hotel-Information) ![House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73380000/73370200/73370151/39b88412_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### House Jinotega Jinotega Stay at this apartment in Jinotega. Popular attractions Parque Central de Jinotega and La Cruz Hill are located nearby. El apartamento tiene excelente ubicacion y el clima es estupendo. Lo que puede mejorar es ubicar una refrigedora (aunque sea pequeña) en el apartamento. Reviewed on 13 Apr 2022 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Jinotega-Hotels-House.h73370151.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Central Nicaragua](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6053702&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) 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. ## Check Central Nicaragua hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6053702&startDate=2025-12-04&endDate=2025-12-05)[4 Dec - 5 Dec](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6053702&startDate=2025-12-04&endDate=2025-12-05) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6053702&startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-06)[5 Dec - 6 Dec](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6053702&startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-06) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6053702&startDate=05%2F12%2F2025&endDate=07%2F12%2F2025)[5 Dec - 7 Dec](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6053702&startDate=05%2F12%2F2025&endDate=07%2F12%2F2025) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6053702&startDate=12%2F12%2F2025&endDate=14%2F12%2F2025)[12 Dec - 14 Dec](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6053702&startDate=12%2F12%2F2025&endDate=14%2F12%2F2025) ### Popular places to visit ![Nicaragua featuring kayaking or canoeing and a river or creek](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/69000/69305-Somoto.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Canon de Somoto National Monument Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Canon de Somoto National Monument during your travels in Somoto. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Canon-De-Somoto-National-Monument-Somoto.d553248621532964596.Attraction) #### Drew Estate Cigar Factory You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Drew Estate Cigar Factory during your travels in Esteli. Wander the lakeside and gardens while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Drew-Estate-Cigar-Factory-Esteli.d553248621532962739.Attraction) #### Esteli City Park Learn about the local history of Esteli when you spend time at Esteli City Park. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Esteli-City-Park-Esteli.d6324350.Attraction) #### Palo Solo Park Explore the great outdoors at Palo Solo Park, a lovely green space in Juigalpa. Take in the festivals and mountain views in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Palo-Solo-Park-Juigalpa.d553248621532965078.Attraction) #### Estanzuela Waterfall Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Estanzuela Waterfall during your travels in Esteli. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Estanzuela-Waterfall-Esteli.d553248621592397555.Attraction) #### Esteli Cathedral After visiting Esteli Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Esteli. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Esteli-Cathedral-Esteli.d6324348.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Leon Colonial City Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49839333/de1866e1-83f9-434e-a5d3-f459fd7c451b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Leon Colonial City Tour £30 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/leon-colonial-city-tour.a49839333.activity-details) ![Leon: Colonial City Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4811884/2e293a03-f3cf-47e4-adeb-c7da0f710014.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Leon: Colonial City Tour £30 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/leon-colonial-city-tour.a4811884.activity-details) ![On the roof of the Leon, Cathedral](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2105124/22831249-e325-448d-8502-b5fb87afd632.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Leon City Walking Private Tour £37 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/leon-city-walking-private-tour.a2105124.activity-details) ![Learn how to dance Salsa with us! Cuban style, Salsa On1 and Salsa On2 ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5075469/5ba9410e-544e-45c6-b8d7-afedf6269e85.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Salsa Classes (Cuban style - On1 & On2) £23 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-salsa-classes-cuban-style-on1-on2.a5075469.activity-details) ![Nicaraguan Cooking Class with a Local Family at Leon City](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50293957/b863a937-8769-49e4-8c83-ff1c0ac09190.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Nicaraguan Cooking Class with a Local Family at Leon City £46 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/nicaraguan-cooking-class-with-a-local-family-at-leon-city.a50293957.activity-details) ![Get on your board and get to live the adventure ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2259998/2c72b77a-ff59-46fa-9929-282fcb567839.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Volcano Boarding £46 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/volcano-boarding.a2259998.activity-details) [See all activities in Central Nicaragua](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Central-Nicaragua.d6053702.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Central Nicaragua ![Rio San Juan which includes fishing as well as a couple](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/69000/69287-Rio-San-Juan.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### San Carlos ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - Accommodation - [Hotels near Reserva Natural Miraflor ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Reserva-Natural-Miraflor-Hotels.0-l6351583-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - Cities near Central Nicaragua - Places of interest [San Carlos](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Carlos.dx6351590)[San Francisco de Cuapa](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-De-Cuapa.dx6351591) - [Palo Solo Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Palo-Solo-Park-Juigalpa.d553248621532965078.Attraction) - [Gregorio Aguilar Barea Archaeological Museum ](https://expedia.co.uk/Gregorio-Aguilar-Barea-Archaeological-Museum-Juigalpa.d553248621592397550.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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