Skip to content
From Our Happy Guests
Hermosa experiencia, primera vista fue corta pero tan maravillosa que fui por la segunda visita por todo 1 mes, es mágico este sitio, mismo lugar diferentes paisajes y las tormentas Wao es MÁGICO.
I loved staying at this oceanview hotel in Nicaragua. The chill and relaxing vibe, along with stunning sunsets every evening, made this the perfect getaway. The surf and yoga packages were fantastic, and the great restaurant on-site served the most delicious food.
I love this place! Best view ever, good food and super friendly staff!
I’ve stayed in many places, but this is truly the best hotel in Popoyo. Not only is it an eco hotel in Nicaragua, but it also offers clean and cozy rooms, live music and events, and a friendly staff that made us feel at home. The unforgettable stay we had here makes me want to come back soon.
This eco hotel in Nicaragua was beyond amazing. The chill and relaxing vibe, combined with friendly staff and comfortable rooms, made us feel completely at ease. The surf and yoga packages were a highlight, and the stunning sunsets from the pool were unforgettable.
If you want to truly experience Nicaragua, stay at this southern Nicaragua hotel. The local experience is authentic, the friendly staff made us feel like family, and the laid-back atmosphere was exactly what we were looking for. Plus, the amazing cocktails and delicious food made our nights so special.
If you’re planning a trip to Popoyo, this is the place to stay. The best hotel in Popoyo offers incredible views, a laid-back atmosphere, and an authentic local experience. Don’t miss the live music and events in the evenings!
Our experience at this Nicaragua beachfront hotel was unforgettable. The comfortable rooms were spotless, the friendly staff went above and beyond, and the infinity pool with ocean view was the highlight of our trip. If you’re looking for a laid-back atmosphere and a local experience, this is definitely the best hotel in Popoyo.
My wife and I had the most wonderful experience at Magnific Rock Surf and Yoga Retreat. From the moment we arrived, the service felt warm and genuine, making us feel completely at home. The food was absolutely amazing — the nachos were rich, flavorful, and perfect for sharing, while the red snapper was fresh, perfectly cooked, and one of the best meals we’ve enjoyed together. The blue margarita as the cocktail of the day was such a fun surprise — vibrant, refreshing, and unlike anything we’ve tried before.What truly made our time here unforgettable were the breathtaking sunsets we watched hand in hand from the cliffside. As the sky lit up with colors, we felt like we were in the perfect place at the perfect moment. Combined with the delicious food, creative drinks, and excellent service, Magnific Rock gave us memories we’ll always cherish. We can’t wait to come back.
Esta muy bello la atención muy buena y la dirección muy accesible
Fuimos a cenar con mi familia y la comida estuvo increíble. Pedimos churrasco, New York y Pasta para los niños. Todo estuvo divino, la atención estuvo excelente, precios justos por lo servido y la atmósfera del restaurante, incomparable. Ningún lugar de la zona ofrece una vista tan hermosa. Para finalizar pedimos un tres leche y un brownie para compartir, nos fuimos felices y convencidos de regresar. Felicidades a todo el staff!
Aerial yoga with Maria at Magnific Rock was a relaxing and transformative experience! She was an amazing instructor and the ocean view yoga deck was very tranquil. I highly recommend if you’re looking for yoga in Nicaragua.
My second home - This place carries endless memories; celebrations, parties, sunset surf, morning yoga - It's an adult theme park that has everything with unmatched views
Venimos a tomar algo y disfrutar del lugar. Tomamos unas cervezas victorias bien frías y unos nachos como recomendación del mesero. Gran acierto, estaban super ricos.Las vistas son espectaculares de la playa. Tienen todo super bonito y cuidado. En la zona de abajo para huéspedes supongo tienen piscina y barbacoa para hacer asados. Si vienes por la zona tienes que pasarte.
I booked a last minute surf package. Brian and Jess take care of everything. 5 star service. The airport pickup was perfect, he had a sign with my name on it. Super easy. I asked to stop for a beer. Very accommodating. My very private room had an incredible 180* view of beginners bay to world famous popoyo. The balcony was awesome. The food and drinks were incredible and my pro surfer instructor Hector was amazing. He takes you to the best breaks at optimal tide and puts you in the perfect position to catch more waves than you can handle. Locals get priority so I got the best waves of my life. The photos they took were great and the massage was the best of my life. The boat trip to Lances Left was spectacular! This is the nicest place around. Don’t hesitate. It is reasonably priced and the best surf experience ever. Off shore winds all day with consistent swells.All inclusive surf camp. Surfing Nicaragua. Uncrowded spots. Epic surf. Best surf camp. Perfect for beginners to experts.
I am so glad I decided to choose Magnific Rock for my stay in the area.- On arrival at the hotel, it makes an immediate impact, as the views of the surrounding beaches and surf breaks from the peninsula location are absolutely stunning.- The team are really friendly and helpful - Lisa, Ronnie and all, are great at making you feel welcome and accommodating your needs - I ended up extending my stay 3 times.- My apartment room had the most incredible view over the bay, where you could sit and watch the surf all hours of the day, ending with amazing sunsets. Added to that, it is a short walk from the hotel to the Beginner's Bay, with the other more advanced breaks of the main Popoyo break in walking distance too.- Brian, the Surf Director was awesome. I am an infrequent middle aged surfer, and he was really good at helping to build up confidence, improve my skills, and push me to progress my capabilities - I caught more waves in my sessions with him, than ever before. Great attitude, relaxed approach, and a nice guy - and would highly recommend scheduling sessions with him.I will definitely be back - best spot in Nicaragua 😉
We had an amazing vacation staying at Magnific Rock. All the staff were exceptional and so accommodating. Our balcony had breath taking views and we did not have a want that was not accommodated. Between the surfing, yoga, and exploring we had the best vacation! We are looking forward to planning our next trip to Magnific Rock.
Had an amazing experience at Mag Rock. Staff was incredibly attentive to all our needs. Brian and Jess took me to score some amazing waves, provided coaching and photos. I usually go to new surf spots blind but having them along was a cheat code as they told me when, and where to score waves in the area.The food was excellent and when we asked about going to Granada, the GM Martin took us personally and guided us around the the city. We fell in the love with the place and will definitely be back soon.
Atención de gran calidad, comida riquísima y lugar con perfecta vista al mar. Lo recomiendo
Nuestra experiencia celebrando nuestra boda en Magnifick Rock es digna de 5 estrellas.Pre boda:Desde el momento en el que tuvimos nuestra primera reunión virtual con Katherine Ramirez to touch base, sabíamos que era el lugar indicado. Katherine hizo todo lo posible por ofrecernos un super plan con todo lo que queríamos y que se ajustara a nuestro presupuesto.Fuimos a Popoyo por primera vez para firmar contrato y conocimos a Karina, nuestra increíble wedding planner. Karina escuchó todos nuestros deseos e hizo un trabajo * magnifick * decorando. Todo se vio bello!Food tasting: Gracias Chefs por ofrecernos unos platillos increíbles, por escucharnos y asesorarnos. Michelin stars coming soon para ustedes!!Wedding day:Gracias al joven de recepción por andar de un lado a otro cada que lo llamábamos.Otra vez, gracias Karina, que creatividad y gracias por tu atención!Gracias Katherine y Martin por llegar y asegurase que todo saliera al pie de la letra!!Mención honorífica a Julio Varela y todo el equipo de bebidas, you know how to party!!! Gracias por estar atentos durante la fiesta, asegurándose que todos tuviéramos drinks en las manos. Gracias a nuestro Dj!Ps. El pastel incluido en nuestro paquete estaba mega rico!! LGBTQ friendly!Gracias por todo!Gaby y Katherine
My wife and I got married on July 12th. Everything was perfect, the staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. We had a full- service destination wedding. They took care of everything, from guest accommodations on-site to catering and cocktails. Our wedding planner, Karina, did such an amazing job.The Beachfront reception area was breathtaking.If you are looking for a beach wedding venue in Nicaragua, this is it!!! 🥳💍
Took my first aerial yoga class at Mag Rock in Popoyo and it was incredible! Maria was my teacher and she was absolutely amazing—super encouraging, clear with her instructions, and made the class so fun. I was a beginner to aerial yoga, but it still felt totally accessible while being challenging in the best way. I got such a deep stretch and even did a few inversions/tricks I never thought I’d be able to do! The view alone was worth it—breathtaking ocean and waves right in front of you, plus the most perfect breeze coming through while you move. There were some experienced yogis in the class too and it still felt like the perfect vibe for all levels. Honestly such a cool, unique experience. Highly recommend!
I had both dinner and breakfast here, and I was truly impressed!! The food was delicious, the view is absolutely breathtaking, and the whole vibe is just perfect. The staff is incredibly kind and welcoming, it really makes a difference! You can feel the good energy as soon as you arrive. Highly recommend this place! Thank you Magnific Rock for such a beautiful experience! 🌅💛
The food was so good and the view is SO BEAUTIFUL! Definitly recommand!
Wonderfull place , the view is so pretty and the food AMAYZING ! Really recommended
The view is the main attracted, it’s breathtaking! We went twice, once for dinner and once for breakfast, everything is tasty and delicious!
Magnific Rock, near Popoyo was a perfect choice for an all inclusive surf retreat! The surfing and coaching couldn’t have been better, Brian and Jess took great care of us. Our room had a balcony overlooking the ocean and popular surf spot, Beginners Bay. The beds were comfortable, the air conditioning and the shower worked great. We enjoyed the yoga classes very much and the sunset views were stunning!
Best surf camp in Nicaragua. I booked the All inclusive surf package and was amazed. Deffinatly will come again.I hear they do Nicaragua destination weddings.And yoga retreats aswell
I came to Magnific Rock on a solo surf trip with no expectations and had the best time! Brian and Jess were my surf guides and made my trip! We adventured to some fun surf spots and they encouraged me through some large swells. My stay was relaxing and the food memorable. Also learned a fun new pool game. My getaway was 5 stars for sure!
Magnífic Rock es un restaurante y Hotel con un escenario único , sus platillos son los más exquisitos , atención profesional y de calidad. Tú experiencia en vacaciones será inolvidable#NicaraguaEsWuuuuaaao🏄🤽
1st trip to Nicaragua and after doing my own research, I picked Magnific Rock due to its location and amenities. I also booked a surf package that gave me 2 awesome guides (Brian and Jess) and they put me on the best surf and were there to answer any questions and show me around! They made my stay/trip well worth it and I will use them again when I return!
Spent a wonderful week surfing in Popoyo with the Mag Rock team. Brian and Jess took such good care of us - finding great waves, offering specific and targeted coaching, and being great hosts!Our group (5 women) had a wide range of skills and I was a bit nervous that I would hold back the rest of the group (still working on my pop-ups…). However Brian managed to push me into waves while they both offered tips to my more advanced friends on their timing and technique. Combined with really helpful video analysis, we all made significant gains - despite our varied starting points!We had two sessions a day for six days across a variety of breaks. Some steps from the hotel (Beginner’s Bay and both sides of Mag Rock itself), some a short truck ride away (including two amazing sunset sessions at Gavilán), and two boat trips. We appreciated the variety and learned a lot by exploring a range of different waves.The Mag Rock surf package included hotel (due to holiday availability we spent the first couple of nights at a sister hotel La Jolla before moving to the Penthouse at Mag Rock), and three meals a day. The staff at both sites were very accommodating and welcoming - shuttling us around and making sure we had a chance to explore the area!All in all a great trip. I’ll be sure to look up the Mag Rock team next time I’m in Nicaragua!
Fantastic week long Nicaragua surf trip at Magnific Rock in Popoyo, thanks to our amazing hosts & guides, Brian and Jess!One thing that really elevated the experience was the complimentary video call with us beforehand to discuss what we were looking for out of the trip. That was an unexpected but nice touch.We were blessed with amazing waves and perfect weather, and our guides went above and beyond to anticipate our needs and accommodate all of our requests. The location is perfect for beginner to intermediate surfers (literally in front of Beginner's Bay), and they drove us to other really fun, more advanced spots and took us on two boat trips.We had a few issues with facility / maintenance, but the staff was attentive and Brian & Jess were great advocates for us throughout our stay.We all caught so many waves, received video analysis, and were given pointers on how to improve. Highly recommend for all levels–these guys really listen to what you want and will show you the best time! We also had a great experience with Taylor and Tomas at La Jolla, a sister property close by.I'm usually the group trip planner, and I have to say, putting everything in Jess & Brian's hands made for the most relaxing and action-packed vacation ever! Muchas gracias!!
The location can’t be beat and the surf package was an awesome experience. They really went above and beyond too make it a great trip
Muy bonito lugar, la vista es hermosa. Solo como recomendación, no vayan en vehiculo SEDAN, de preferencia camioneta, porque una parte del recorrido es un poco pedregoso nada más, el resto es un 100.
Sus habitaciones tienen una vista al mar sensacional! ❤️ El restaurante tiene variedad y la especialidad es mariscos.. Tan solo bajar unas escaleras y ya se está en la playa
Discover Esc Digital Nomad Village retreat a top the mountain, where modern elegance meets nature. with wonderfull views
There is not another Nicaragua wedding destination with our breathtaking oceanfront venue, natural beauty, exceptional service, and personalized attention to detail.
Enjoy sunset drinks with friends at Rock Bottom Bar, with live music and DJ parties on Saturday nights. Don’t miss out!
Enjoy a unique dining experience with Pacific Ocean views at Magnific Rock Café, where freshness and quality are our priority
Are you a Beginner or Intermediate Surfer?
No matter your skill level, we’ve got you covered. Our customized, all-inclusive surf coaching packages are designed for both beginners and intermediate surfers, offering tailored lessons that help you build confidence and improve technique.
5 days accommodation starting from $1,199 per person!
Nicaragua
Yoga Retreat
Experience the breathtakingly beautiful yoga studio with expansive views of the coastal Pacific Ocean. Let the sea breeze of our surf camp & yoga retreat kiss your skin and be awed by the magnificence of your surroundings as you relax and recharge in this incredible space. Our yoga instructors come from all over the world to share their practice with you.
Weddings In Nicaragua
There is not another Nicaragua wedding destination with our breathtaking oceanfront venue, natural beauty, exceptional service, and personalized attention to detail.
Dining at
Magnific Rock
Embrace the simplicity of food in a pleasant panoramic and home-style setting. At our surf camp & yoga retreat every healthy detail in the kitchen has been taken care of. Using the freshest ingredients, from grade A Nicaraguan beef (exported internationally).
Rock
Bottom Bar
Enjoy sunset drinks with friends every evening, often with live music and circus performances. Don’t miss out on our DJ dance parties Saturday night, where good music, good people and plenty of fun abound.