Verdad Nicaragua - San Juan del Sur

5-star hillside boutique hotel overlooking Playa Escameca with only 7 casitas

Accommodations & Amenities

Verdad Nicaragua San Juan del Sur is a hillside hotel with only 7 casitas, each offering an ocean-view deck and private outdoor shower. The property provides 24-hour access to a private pool and honor bar, plus daily housekeeping and concierge service. Guests also have exclusive use of a shared lounge area and sun terrace overlooking Playa Escameca.

Surf & Adventure

The hotel operates an on-site surf school with professional instructors offering private lessons on uncrowded breaks at Playa Escameca. An open-air yoga and fitness studio with ocean views is available, along with guided hiking, horseback riding, and fishing excursions. Guests can book a boat tour with El Tumo Azul for wake surfing, snorkeling, and fresh ceviche prepared from the catch.

Dining & Local Culture

Meals at Verdad are made with locally sourced ingredients and served family-style in scenic dining areas overlooking the ocean. The hotel offers a complimentary early riser breakfast, plus customizable meals that accommodate dietary restrictions. A beachfront bar and snack bar serve fresh ceviche and empanadas, while Thursday nights feature live music and happy hour.

Wellness & Relaxation

Guests can book full-service spa treatments, including Swedish massage by Magali, in a serene hillside setting. The outdoor swimming pool with a view includes a shallow end, pool bar, and sun loungers. Daily yoga and fitness classes, along with walking tours, are available on property.

Family & Community

Verdad Nicaragua provides babysitting services, board games, and kids' meals to accommodate families with children. The hotel is a 14-minute walk from Vital Actions, a sea turtle sanctuary where guests can witness hatchling releases. Nearby attractions include Masaya Volcano, Ometepe Island, and the colonial city of Granada, all accessible via day trips arranged by the hotel.

• Location: Hillside overlooking Playa Escameca, 14-minute walk to El Yankee Beach
• Rooms: 7 casitas with private ocean-view decks and outdoor showers
• Surf: On-site surf school with private lessons from professional instructors
• Dining: Locally sourced meals served in scenic dining areas overlooking the ocean
• Wellness: Open-air yoga studio with ocean views, full-service spa treatments
• Exclusive: 24-hour access to a private pool and honor bar
• Nearby: Masaya Volcano, Ometepe Island, colonial Granada within day-trip distance