Aqua Oceanfront Hotel Resort

This was a very nice surprise. Aqua Nicaragua is situated in El Gigante and enjoys their private bay with white-ish sandy beach, live music on Saturdays, great fish and seafood menu, friendly staff, spotless clean rooms, my cabin was located very close to the beach and restaurant area so I didn't have to walk very far the good: -super attentive staff, they borrowed me mosquito repellent which I had forgotten in Managua -plenty of extra activities available, from monkey to sea turtles, yoga classes, kayak riding, snorkeling, the works! -breakfast and dinner food was just great -at least my cabin was very well maintained, with AC and a fan which combined provided a nice cool temperature, I had a nice terrace overlooking the bay, a comfortable bed, and unbelievably stable WiFi connection in my room the bad: -if you are not situated by the beach, there will be a lot of walking in the wooden cat walks up and down stairs to get to the action area (beach, restaurante, etc.), but you do have to know that when you book this resort -I would advise to come by 4x4 pickup to the resort (the roads are not great) the ugly: -nothing, I wished I was able to stay 1 more night :-)

It has private access to the beach

Colchones ya muy blandos y las ventanas no tienen cortinas, de ahí en más todo estaba excelente

I will start with the first day. The lady in the receptionist was very nice no complaint w her. At the bar area the workers were very nice and helpful. We order plenty and the staff were helpful. After the band stopped playing they started playing music in a radio and we asked if they can play a few songs in Spanish and we asked the person claiming he was the owner he said he was Argentinian. He was the one who hires the band. He said he won’t play any of the songs we request because he has white customers he needs to satisfied. I am from nicaragua and I felt offended when he said that. Acting as if our music is terrible even though he’s in nicaragua. I told my wife don’t worry I’ll just play that back in the room. He said I will call to shut your power off. After spending over $600 here and being treated like this. I will make sure I never come back. He made another joke about adding drinks to my tab as if I was broke. He was sitting with his girlfriend who was smoking all night long. He was arguing with other customer who had a dog. I know this man is not the owner and is just someone in charge who has let his ego get to him. Very unprofessional. I was already upset they only play English music all night. Upon checking out this man/heavy set with beard tells me I have to pay the room which I paid w Expedia tried charging room again then added $50 extra and I ask for receipt and he was wrong. He said sorry. But this is tactics to overcharge. Don’t come here! Not worth it

Such an amazing stay! Beautiful views, friendly/attentive staff and incredible rooms. I was lucky enough to get a visit from a family of monkeys as well. Overall such a great stay.

This place is perfect if you're looking truthfully to "get away". It is secluded, safe and peaceful. They do offer the wellness activities and services, but not a regular program - this is more self directed, which I was fine with. If you want a service, just ask and it will be arranged for you by the front desk. Breakfast, if included with your room, is the traditional breakfast (eggs, rice, bananas, coffee) or pancakes and provided literally seaside. The front desk and services were extremely friendly. Being a small resort, they come to know your name and room and are always happy to help. There are a lot of stairs, but after a couple of days, I got used to it. The trade off is a truly quiet and private place, safe enough that I forgot my keys a couple of times and didn't worry too much. A great place to reset yourself.

House was duty but great view

The property is in dire need of upgrading. They had few activities and the ones they did have were substandard. The only shining, ray of light was the staff. A great group of hard working folks who were extremely accommodating. This property has great potential but has been neglected over the years.

Great view, nice and peaceful would visit again

The views are spectacular and the beach is secluded and beautiful. The food at the restaurant was fresh and delicious. The staff are very accommodating. Wonderful place!