Diriá Travel Guide

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Apoyo Lagoon rests in the crater of an extinct volcano. At the lookout point there are many shops/vendors and places to eat and a restroom (for a price). It's very windy and much cooler up there so bring layers! This is a must see when in Nicaragua!
Apoyo Lagoon rests in the crater of an extinct volcano. At the lookout point there are many shops/vendors and places to eat and a restroom (for a price). It's very windy and much cooler up there so bring layers! This is a must see when in Nicaragua!
If your looking for something to do to cool off in Nicaragua's heat, head to Laguna de Apoyo just outside Managua. Resorts line the rim of this volcanic Crater Lake and you can sit by the lakeside enjoying piña colodas. Swimming here is great though there's not much in the way of beaches. Spend the day or stay over night and be prepared to chill.
Laguna de Apoyo, a giant carter lake that formed after a volcano imploded on itself. You can see smoking Mombacho Volcano in the background.
Beautiful Laguna de Apoyo. If you've ever wanted to go swimming in the crater lake of an extinct volcano, go here! Such a stunning place and very close to Managua.
Best Western Las Mercedes Airport

Best Western Las Mercedes Airport

4 out of 5
Km 11.5 Carretera Norte Managua
The price is 2.071.181 ₫ per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
2.071.181 ₫
2.381.858 ₫ total
9 Mar - 10 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Managua. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,677 reviews)
I was impressed this hotel was still around, Last time I was there was 1990 during the end of governmental hostilities. It was remarkable how the property is still the same / better. To the guests that travel there , little unknown history took place on that property 1990 . Perfect location right ...

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Best Western Las Mercedes Airport
Airport X Managua Hotel

Airport X Managua Hotel

3 out of 5
Frente Iglesia Managua
The price is 1.043.858 ₫ per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
1.043.858 ₫
1.200.437 ₫ total
5 Mar - 6 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Managua. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
They got a monkey!

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Airport X Managua Hotel
Hotel Contempo

Hotel Contempo

4 out of 5
KM 11 Carretera Masaya 400 metros Managua Managua
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Managua. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (529 reviews)
Never found the spa. Pool area was in use the first day and cold the second day.

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

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Hotel-Selvazul Laguna Apoyo

Hotel-Selvazul Laguna Apoyo

3 out of 5
Del Gancho de Camino Catarina Masaya
Stay at this villa in Catarina. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Mirador de Catarina and Laguna de Apoyo are located ...
7.2/10 Good! (10 reviews)
This hotel is changing management it seems (Feb 2026) so things like restaurant, beach equipment etc aren’t ready. But the setup is very pretty! There are some rooms down the hill which are really nice with patios. We were in the main building which was totally fine. Has AC, clean, bathroom works ...

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Hotel-Selvazul Laguna Apoyo
Entire Private Family Home With Volcano View Pet Friendly

Entire Private Family Home With Volcano View Pet Friendly

2 out of 5
Nindiri Masaya Department
Stay at this residence in Nindiri. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Masaya Volcano National Park and National Zoo are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
House is very comfortable with a very secured parking. Excellent location between Managua and Masaya.

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Entire Private Family Home With Volcano View Pet Friendly
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If your looking for something to do to cool off in Nicaragua's heat, head to Laguna de Apoyo just outside Managua. Resorts line the rim of this volcanic Crater Lake and you can sit by the lakeside enjoying piña colodas. Swimming here is great though there's not much in the way of beaches. Spend the day or stay over night and be prepared to chill.

Catarina

Apoyo Lagoon rests in the crater of an extinct volcano. At the lookout point there are many shops/vendors and places to eat and a restroom (for a price). It's very windy and much cooler up there so bring layers! This is a must see when in Nicaragua!

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