Selá Nicaragua

4.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with relaxing spa services

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Pool
In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Luxury Suite, Resort View
Deluxe Villa, Ocean View
Reviews
8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Spa
    SpaSpa
  • Parking included
    Parking includedParking included
  • Bar
    BarBar
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Map
1 Redonda Bay, Playa Gigante, Tola
  • Popular LocationGigante Beach13 min walk
  • Popular LocationGuacalito de la Isla Golf Course12 min drive
  • Popular LocationRancho Santana Beach36 min drive

Room options

Deluxe Tree House

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Tree House, Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Luxury Suite, Resort View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Villa, Resort View

Highlights

Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
In-room safe
Living room
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Futon

Luxury Suite, Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Villa, Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
In-room safe
Living room
Daily housekeeping
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Futon

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About the area

Tola

A family-friendly stay in Tola awaits you at Selá Nicaragua. You'll find Refugio de Vida Silvestre Río Escalante-Chacocente and Rerserva Nacional Volcan Mombacho in the region. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a private beach, a restaurant and free breakfast (local cuisine). .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages along with body wraps, body scrubs and reflexology. At the hotel's own lounge bar or beach bar, you can enjoy a drink. Enjoy access to boat tours, horse riding/hire and kayaking. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and fridge in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .In proximity to this 4-property class Playa La Redonda hotel you'll find San Juan del Sur Beach.

What's nearby

  • Gigante Beach - 13 min walk
  • Reserva Ecológica Zacatan - 17 min walk
  • Guacalito de la Isla Golf Course - 12 min drive
  • Rancho Santana Beach - 36 min drive
  • Maderas Beach - 88 min drive

Getting around

  • Managua (MGA-Augusto C. Sandino Intl.) - 159 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rancho Santana Pool Bar - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪Don Eloy's - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪La Finca y El Mar - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Casa Maderas - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪The Happy Coconut - ‬41 min drive

About this property

Selá Nicaragua

Beachfront hotel with relaxing spa services
Simply walk outside to feel the sun on your face at the sandy beach. Summer fun is a breeze at Selá Nicaragua with activities such as snorkelling, kayaking and horse riding.

Free breakfast is available daily. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Tola hotel is smoke free.

  • 32 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2010
  • Local cuisine
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • Dining venue
Selá Nicaragua offers 32 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features a safe and complimentary bottles of water. This Tola hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Bathrooms include a shower. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including reflexology.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free secured self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Boat tours
  • Fishing
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Kayaking
  • Skydiving
  • Snorkelling
  • Surf lessons
  • Water sports equipment

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets on request
  • Change of towels on request
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • In the mountains
  • On a private beach
  • On the bay
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Reflexology
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Built in 2010
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 50

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • Children aged 3 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Aqua Wellness Resort Rivas
Aqua Wellness Rivas
Aqua Wellness Resort El Gigante
Aqua Wellness El Gigante

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Selá Nicaragua?

Selá Nicaragua offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Selá Nicaragua?

Yep, Selá Nicaragua has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Selá Nicaragua?

Yep, Selá Nicaragua is a short 13-minute walk from Gigante Beach. Fun beach activities include surfing, snorkelling and kayaking. You can also find water sports equipment and boat tours.

Is there a spa on site at Selá Nicaragua?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as Swedish massages.

Does Selá Nicaragua serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary local cuisine breakfast is on offer daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Selá Nicaragua?

No, Selá Nicaragua does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Selá Nicaragua?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Selá Nicaragua?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Selá Nicaragua?

No, pets are not allowed.

Selá Nicaragua Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 129 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 129 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 129 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 129 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 129 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

José

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

KEVIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Unique Stay in Nicaragua
I booked Aqua Resort at the end of a week long active trip in Nicaragua to relax and unwind. Overall it was a nice stay as long as you are aware of a few things. Pros: The view from my suite (Sapote LS) was one of the most beautiful sights I've seen with clear view of the ocean. The plunge pool was perfect for the hot temps. The room was spacious and there was an additional room/kitchen if you want to prepare your own food. The beach was private and so pretty. I enjoyed the restaurant although it is expensive for Nicaragua. Playa Gigante is about a 30 min walk if you want cheaper options for food/drinks. The service was great. I was able to reach the front desk via WhatsApp and they tried to quickly resolve issues. Cons: If you do not like or cannot do many stairs, you will have trouble at this hotel. But it is a treehouse set up so that is to be expected. If you do not like nature this may not be the hotel for you. I encountered monkeys, raccoons, scorpions and other wildlife but again you are in the trees. My main issue was my A/C did not work well which made for uncomfortable sleep when its 85 degrees at night. They tried to fix it but it only temporarily improved. For the price of the room this should not be an issue. I also felt they could have had better toiletries in room for the price. I would stay again if they worked out some of the kinks. It truly is a unique place.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maxim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tristan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience. I would recommend this place to anyone and everyone!! We’ll definitely be returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tranquil Retreat
I had a great experience at Aqua. The staff were accommodating and welcoming. The cabins are beautiful, hearing the trees dance in the wind and the waves on the shore- you cannot bet that. The beach itself is amazing and sunsets are in perfect view. Very happy with my stay and would highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

John

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Yeltsin, Los Angeles

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bad customer service and the pool dirty old like was abandoned..restaurant staff horrible and the food was ok to expensive for the quality of food they gave you… Wont recommend this place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

denisse

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

HECTOR, MIAMI

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The maintenance very low
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lor

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julio

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was ok, felt a bit abandoned, I found out that they just switched to a new administration and they will be making changes which I did see, our room was excellent, pool was dirty when we got there but they cleaned it right away, whatever problem we encountered they took care of us inmediately, I love that. We had a hiking tour guide named Will, he was outstanding, I can see him in a leadership role for the resort, he knows the property in and out. Overall I definitely recommend this place, we stayed in a luxury suite with a beach view, kitchen and pool with breakfast included, very nice. If you stay in a suite with a kitchen, bring your own food, you have a fully equipped kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed a quiet and lovely day, would definitely recommend it to my family and friends. Staff at aqua strive to make sure you feel right at home.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything about this resort, we had a blast. Aqua and staff went above and beyond to make us feel right at home.

10/10 Excellent

Leonel

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sinceramente. Lo mejor. Todo el personal muy agradable. Gracias
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
amazing beach! not very safe for littles but we spent most of our time at the beach. the staff is amazing and the tree houses are beautiful.

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gaby

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was magical. Will come back in a heartbeat. If you’re looking for a place to disconnect from the world come here, you will not regret it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

William

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Youssef

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous property however two issues I have to mention. It is not as private as it looks in the pictures, another cabin is right next to it and whoever passes behind the cabin can see the pool patio. Another thing to note, there is absolutely nothing in the town around so we mostly hang out in the cabin. The private beach for the resort is nice tho so if youre planning on not doing anything besides staying in the lodge this could be a great option
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evaristo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One with nature
This was an enjoyably relaxing unique experience for my wife and I. We’ve never been so close to nature while enjoying such pleasant creature comforts and astonishing views. We even got a good scenic walk and stair work out in daily while walking back and forth to the beach/restaurant. The staff was awesome, super friendly and accommodating to our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic
Amazing resort with excellent service. Only suggestion is firmer beds and either more pillows or better ones.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruno

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect couple's mini-getaway in the Pacific Coast
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 :-)
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023