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Surf Ranch Popoyo Resort - Popoyo, RIVAS

Surf resort, Emerald Coast

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Pool WiFi Laundry

Nicaragua Surf Resort on the Emerald Coast with Ocean-View Condos

Surf Ranch Popoyo Resort covers 25 acres of Nicaragua's Emerald Coast, minutes from legendary surf breaks. The 18 ocean-view condos and 5 private-pool houses have full kitchens, AC, and Pacific balconies. On site: a swim-up pool bar, Nicaragua's largest skateboard park, a jungle paintball course, and a tower-drop airbag. Dogs and parking are free.

What You Get

A stay at Surf Ranch Popoyo Resort on Nicaragua's Emerald Coast, a few minutes' walk from legendary surf breaks
Full kitchen in every unit with coffee maker, toaster, and cookware for self-catering or private chef on request
Swim-up pool bar, skateboard park, paintball course, and tower-drop airbag all on the 25-acre resort grounds
Kids 11 and under stay free with paying adults, and dogs are welcome at no extra charge
Playa Popoyo, Lance's Left, and Santana Beach all within easy reach of the resort for every surf level

Plan Your Stay

Amenities

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Pool
Pool
  • Pool: Swim-up bar on an island in the resort pool
  • WiFi: Free high-speed internet throughout the property
  • Laundry: On-site laundry facilities available
  • Mobile check-in: Contactless check-in and check-out available

Room Details

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Ocean-View Condo
Ocean-View Condo
  • Ocean-View Condo

    • Occupancy: 2x Queen Bed
      • Sleeps 2 guests, maximum capacity 4 guests
      • Above Standard occupancy: Children 11 and under stay free, while guests 12 and older incur a $45 surcharge per guest, per night.
    • Room amenities: Air Conditioning, Free WiFi
    • Includes: Full Kitchen, Ocean-view balcony overlooking the Pacific; upper-floor units have progressively better views

Getting There

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  • Nearest Airport: Augusto C. Sandino International (Managua) (MGA) — 45 miles away
  • Distance from Liberia: 76 miles

Location Highlights

Attractions Nearby

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Playa Popoyo (2 mi from hotel) — Nicaragua's most famous surf beach, with beach and reef breaks including the expert-only Popoyo Outer Reef drawing surfers year-round.
Refugio de Vida Silvestre Rio Escalante Chacocente — Wildlife refuge protecting dry tropical forest and a key sea-turtle nesting beach, with Olive Ridley arrivals from July to December.
Playa Guasacate — A locals-and-surfers stretch of sand fronting the resort's own entrance road, walkable from the property for a low-key beach afternoon.

Hidden Gems

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Santana Beach — A quieter break near Popoyo favored by intermediate surfers, with the same quality waves as the marquee spots but far fewer crowds.
Lance's Left — A long, peeling left-hand point break rated among the most consistent and rippable waves on the Emerald Coast for intermediate-to-advanced surfers.
Popoyo Tide Pools — Natural volcanic-rock tide pools along the Popoyo coastline, listed in the resort's own area guide as a top activity beyond surfing.

Trip Ideas

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Surf, Sunset & Seafood Day — Morning session at Playa Popoyo, a resort-side kitchen lunch, low-tide pools in the afternoon, then seafood at Magnific Rock Cafe.

How It Works

1. Select Your Stay — Choose your room type directly from the options listed.
2. Pick Your Dates — Use the calendar to find available days for your selection.
3. Instant Confirmation — Your booking is instantly confirmed with the hotel, guaranteeing they have your details and are expecting your arrival.

Fine Print

  • Cancellation & Changes

    • Room upgrades: upgrades may be available during booking or at check-in for an additional cost.
    • Cancellation Policy is non-refundable.
    • No-shows will be charged total Groupon rate.
    • No refunds will be processed by Groupon after check-in.

    Check-in & Check-out

    • Check-in after 3 PM.
    • Check-out before 11 AM.

    Eligibility & ID

    • Traveler name must match ID at time of check-in.
    • Guests must be 18+ to check in.
    • Credit cards accepted, cash not accepted.

    Fees & Charges

    • $100 refundable incidental deposit required at check-in on a valid credit card (the Front Desk is cashless; cash is not an acceptable form of deposit).
    • The price shown is the full price of your reservation, and only applicable taxes are added at checkout.

    Other

    • Pets: Dogs stay free.
    • Non-smoking rooms available.
    • Free self parking.
    • Airfare is not included.

About Surf Ranch Popoyo Resort

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