Hacienda Puerta Del Cielo Ecolodge and Spa

Customer Ratings & Reviews

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating

459 reviews

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  Excellent place to stay!

  One of a kind place. Beautiful views! The owner and staff were incredible and made our stay extra special! The food was delicious! The massage was fantastic, probably one of the best we’ve ever had! Definitely recommend staying here if visiting Nicaragua!

  Feb 15, 2025
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  Paradise in Nicaragua!

  This is one of the most unique hotels I have ever stayed at. It is essentially a villa owned and operated by JC Espinoza, an accomplished architect who built this place for entertaining his clients. The hotel overlooks the volcano Masaya which had a minor eruption on Dec 22, 2024. It also overlooks the lake Masaya which, in itself, is an old volcano crater. The view and wildlife are simply amazing. This hotel is tucked away up in the mountains. Access road (which is not paved) is a bit tricky and bumpy. Better to have 4x4 vehicles but not big pick-up trucks as possibility exists that larger trucks would no be able to get through tight mountain passes. If in doubt, local guide is recommended. For several nights, we were the only guests there (out of 8 rooms available). All staff are extremely friendly and we felt it's own villa completed with own staff including chef, groundskeeper, waiter, who stay here in the hotel. Food is mostly local and simple. It is cook to order. Meals are scheduled based on guests preference. All meals are a la cart and no buffet. Because we were the only guests there, the chef essentially cooked for us and rest of the staff. To be realistic, please do not expect fine dining since this is simply not that type of resort. Wifi is available in public areas and is excellent. This is why I am typing this review now while overlooking smoke smouldering out of the volcano. This hotel is also not far from the historical town Granada (about 45 min) This 500 years old establishment is worth a day trip visit. Although there aren't many activities in the hotel, star grazing is amazing, so is playing with the cow. All is all, our stay has so far been quite an experience and I recommend anyone who are interested in this type of tranquility. I shall miss this place.

  Jan 20, 2025
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  Great views, great staff, great place.

  Charming place. Very comfortable. Super views especially at sunset. Fabulous staff and JC was great host. Slightly out of the way but worth the effort. Over all, it was a very relaxing place. See photos of views from room. Highly recommend.

  Jan 15, 2025
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  Paradise

  Hacienda!! This place is a dream! It is so peaceful and beautiful there. I loved every moment I spent in this paradise. The views are incredible. The staff, top notch. The owner, JC, was so nice and warm. He made sure that we were taken care of and never taken advantage of. He guided us step by step on how to get to the property. Once there, he made sure we were comfortable and happy. Francisco, who works there, was the nicest man! I have nothing but amazing things to say about this place and the food was terrific! If you’re looking for peace and beauty emerged in local culture, this is the spot!

  Dec 24, 2024
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  Beautiful hotel and perfect location

  I had the best time at Hacienda! All the staff were so lovely and helpful and went over and above to make sure I had everything I needed, and helped arrange all my transport. The views are absolutely beautiful and I will miss having my breakfast looking out over the lagoon. Can’t recommend this hotel enough.

  Nov 18, 2024