Title: Rivas Travel Guide: Best of Rivas, Rivas Department Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Rivas](https://expedia.co.uk/Rivas-Hotels.d6046927.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Rivas](https://expedia.co.uk/Rivas-Holiday-Rentals.d6046927.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Rivas](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Rivas.d6046927.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Rivas Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Rivas.d6046927.Car-Hire-Guide)[Rivas Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Rivas.d6046927.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Rivas Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![To some this beach is only a pitstop on the way to the island of Ometepe. But it is also great for a photo safari. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6046927/7e67ed7c-499e-4cbc-83d8-185ec2ae8718.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![To some this beach is only a pitstop on the way to the island of Ometepe. But it is also great for a photo safari. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6046927/7e67ed7c-499e-4cbc-83d8-185ec2ae8718.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![House on the cliff, one of the best hostels to stay in Nicaragua www.surfseayouandme.com](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6046927/d0146db6-cafe-412c-92cb-e95fd0b1de39.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Rivas Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-uk-fr-de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Holiday Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and holiday homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_6046927) - Top hotels in Rivas - Top Holiday Rentals in Rivas ![Gran Hotel Victoria](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83220000/83218000/83217907/3432de60_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Gran Hotel Victoria Costado sur Parque Evaristo Carazo Rivas Rivas £57 18 Mar - 19 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rivas. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free valet parking. Popular attractions San Pedro Parish and Anthropology ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (81 reviews) This hotel is beautiful and the only place to stay in Rivas. Room was comfortable, pool was amazing. The attached restaurant is only okay, level of customer service doesn’t match the hotel at all. Food was ok, but not great. Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F03%2F2026&endDate=19%2F03%2F2026&selected=83217907&PinnedHotelID=83217907&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6046927) ![Rivas Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36300000/36290500/36290479/a799c305_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rivas Inn Del Parque central 1 cuadra al este Rivas Rivas Stay at this guesthouse in Rivas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions San Pedro Parish and Anthropology Museum are ... [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F03%2F2026&endDate=25%2F03%2F2026&selected=36290479&PinnedHotelID=36290479&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6046927) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F03%2F2026&endDate=25%2F03%2F2026&selected=36290479&PinnedHotelID=36290479&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6046927) ![Hostal Brisas del Ometepe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105360000/105355700/105355659/14417a33_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hostal Brisas del Ometepe Rivas Rivas Rivas Department Stay at this hostal in Rivas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 5 restaurants. Popular attractions Yamil Rios Stadium and San Pedro Parish are located ... [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F03%2F2026&endDate=25%2F03%2F2026&selected=105355659&PinnedHotelID=105355659&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6046927) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F03%2F2026&endDate=25%2F03%2F2026&selected=105355659&PinnedHotelID=105355659&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6046927) [See all 543 properties in Rivas](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=11%2F03%2F2026&endDate=12%2F03%2F2026®ionId=6046927) 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. ![La Santa Maria Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25820000/25814400/25814344/5f9ecda4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### La Santa Maria Resort Calle Barlovento San Juan del Sur Rivas Stay at this condo in San Juan del Sur. Enjoy free parking, a health club and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions San Juan del Sur Beach and ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (73 reviews) The ocean veiw suite is the way to go. So happy for the upgrade. You are pool side near the restaurant and you have that spectacular oceanview. I woke up to a beautiful male peacock outside my window one day. I highly recommend. Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Juan-Del-Sur-Hotels-La-Santa-Maria-Resort.h25814344.Hotel-Information) ![Rancho Santana](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/53000000/52060000/52054900/52054809/34af6f51_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rancho Santana Comarca Limon #1, Carretera Las Salinas Tola Rivas Stay at this luxury condo in Tola. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Rancho Santana Beach and Escondido Beach are located ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (58 reviews) The most beautiful property you can find in Nicaragua. With 5 separate beaches and endless activities and 3 restaurants. This place spares no cost to ensure luxury delivered at all times. That being said, prepare your pocket book. Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Juan-Del-Sur-Hotels-Rancho-Santana.h52054809.Hotel-Information) ![Cabañas el Manantial ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119850000/119842800/119842794/90219234_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cabañas el Manantial Esquipulas Moyagalpa Rivas Stay at this cabin in Moyagalpa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Galería de Arte Carlos Vargas and Jesus Maria Point are ... 10/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews) Stay was super clean, tidy and staff were amazing, looked just like the pictures and the view from your window is beautiful Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Moyagalpa-Hotels-Cabanas-El-Manantial.h119842794.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Rivas](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6046927&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 Rivas hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6046927&startDate=2026-03-10&endDate=2026-03-11)[10 Mar - 11 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6046927&startDate=2026-03-10&endDate=2026-03-11) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6046927&startDate=2026-03-11&endDate=2026-03-12)[11 Mar - 12 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6046927&startDate=2026-03-11&endDate=2026-03-12) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6046927&startDate=13%2F03%2F2026&endDate=15%2F03%2F2026)[13 Mar - 15 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6046927&startDate=13%2F03%2F2026&endDate=15%2F03%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6046927&startDate=20%2F03%2F2026&endDate=22%2F03%2F2026)[20 Mar - 22 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6046927&startDate=20%2F03%2F2026&endDate=22%2F03%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit #### Anthropology Museum You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Anthropology Museum during your trip to Rivas. Wander the beaches and seaside in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Anthropology-Museum-San-Juan-del-Sur.d553248621532965088.Attraction) #### Yamil Rios Stadium Catch an event at Yamil Rios Stadium during your trip to Rivas. Wander the beaches and seaside in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Yamil-Rios-Stadium-San-Juan-del-Sur.d553248621532964082.Attraction) #### San Pedro Parish You can learn about the history of Rivas with a trip to San Pedro Parish. Stroll along this relaxing area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Pedro-Parish-San-Juan-del-Sur.d553248621532965087.Attraction) ### Things to do ![2-Hour Guided Surf Lesson in Playa Maderas](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4840033/9dbcb2e9-2d19-487a-aac9-bbeadb184194.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 2-Hour Guided Surf Lesson in Playa Maderas £30 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/2-hour-guided-surf-lesson-in-playa-maderas.a4840033.activity-details) ![Private Tour to Granada Colonial City and 365 Islets](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48968076/ec52175d-da35-407c-b5bf-e7c4f45799f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Tour to Granada Colonial City and 365 Islets £100 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-tour-to-granada-colonial-city-and-365-islets.a48968076.activity-details) [See all activities in Rivas](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Rivas.d6046927.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Rivas ![San Juan del Sur showing a coastal town, a beach and a bay or harbour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6212446/0b3ce174-12aa-4dd6-9ab1-f29e3ac437a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### San Juan del Sur - Cities near Rivas - Places of interest [San Juan del Sur](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Juan-Del-Sur.dx6212446)[Cardenas](https://expedia.co.uk/Cardenas.dx6351058) - [Maderas Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Maderas-Beach-San-Juan-del-Sur.d553248621564732261.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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