Catarina

Travel Guide

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.
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.
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.
incredible view
Overlooking the beautiful Laguna de Apoyo.
Hotel El Balcón

Hotel El Balcón

2.5 out of 5
Rotonda de Catarina Catarina Masaya
The price is AED 101 per night from Feb 21 to Feb 22
AED 101
AED 118 total
21 Feb - 22 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Catarina. Enjoy free WiFi, an attached winery, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Mirador de Catarina and Augusto C Sandino ...
9/10 Wonderful! (23 reviews)
Private parking and Pepperoni the dog on site was a blast to meet!! The staff was absolutely excellent. The value for the price is incredible

Reviewed on 5 September 2025

Hotel El Balcón
CASA MARIMBA

CASA MARIMBA

3 out of 5
Plan de Laguna de Apoyo Catarina
The price is AED 298 per night from Feb 10 to Feb 11
AED 298
AED 342 total
10 Feb - 11 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Catarina. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Laguna de Apoyo and Mirador de Catarina are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
Helpful , friendly staff . Good food .

Reviewed on 26 November 2025

CASA MARIMBA
Pacaya Lodge & Spa

Pacaya Lodge & Spa

3.5 out of 5
Comarca Pacaya Catarina
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Catarina. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Mirador de Catarina and Laguna de Apoyo are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (88 reviews)
Fantastic experience at Pacaya. We booked a Casita and it was exceptional. Beautiful views, large deck and a well

Reviewed on 7 January 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 WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Mirador de Catarina and Laguna de Apoyo are located ...
6.8/10 (8 reviews)
Friendly staff, punctual and assertive Rooms were spotless and clean. The area was quiet and peaceful

Reviewed on 2 December 2025

Hotel-Selvazul Laguna Apoyo
Private Waterfront Home on Laguna de Apoyo with Infinity Pool

Private Waterfront Home on Laguna de Apoyo with Infinity Pool

Masaya Masaya
Stay at this vacation home in Catarina. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Mirador de Catarina and Laguna de Apoyo are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (46 reviews)
I am so grateful for to have found this spot. The host were very warming and nice. I was looking for a place to stay last minute due to another property faild to come thru. I was looking for a place around 1am in Nicaragua. I thought to myself it’s 1am, and we may have to wait to the morning or next ...

Reviewed on 4 October 2025

Private Waterfront Home on Laguna de Apoyo with Infinity Pool
Beautiful Guest House right on the Laguna de Apoyo!

Beautiful Guest House right on the Laguna de Apoyo!

Laguna de Apoyo Masaya Department
Stay at this vacation home in Catarina. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Mirador de Catarina and Laguna de Apoyo are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (44 reviews)
Host was extremely friendly and attentive.

Reviewed on 31 January 2026

Beautiful Guest House right on the Laguna de Apoyo!
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