Diriá Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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 AU$136 per night from 3 Feb to 4 Feb
AU$136
3 Feb - 4 Feb
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,592 reviews)
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Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Best Western Las Mercedes Airport
Airport X Managua Hotel

Airport X Managua Hotel

3 out of 5
Frente Iglesia Managua
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! (1,003 reviews)
Close to the airport friendly staff clean basic room

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Airport X Managua Hotel
Hotel Contempo

Hotel Contempo

4 out of 5
KM 11 Carretera Masaya 400 metros Managua Managua
The price is AU$150 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
AU$150
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
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! (506 reviews)
Love this hotel since they open

Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

Hotel Contempo
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.
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 ...
6.8/10 (8 reviews)
Friendly staff, punctual and assertive Rooms were spotless and clean. The area was quiet and peaceful

Reviewed on 2 Dec 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 holiday home in Catarina. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 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 Oct 2025

Private Waterfront Home on Laguna de Apoyo with Infinity Pool
Cozy apartment in phenomenal Managua with WiFi, AC, garache and kitchen.

Cozy apartment in phenomenal Managua with WiFi, AC, garache and kitchen.

Managua Managua Department
Stay at this apartment in Managua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Plaza Las Praderas and Plaza Once are located ...
Cozy apartment in phenomenal Managua with WiFi, AC, garache and kitchen.
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.