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To arrive in our Playa Gigante, Nicaragua location, either Managua (MGA) or Liberia, Costa Rica (LIR) are equal options to fly into.

Ingigante transportation shuttles will pick up each person directly from the airport based on their arrival time. If people arrive within the same hour, we will wait to put in the same shuttle, but people do NOT need to worry about the shuttle schedule, we will handle that.

The local currency is cordobas, where approximately 35 cordobas= $1USD. There is no need to get currency ahead of time, USD are accepted everywhere. Credit cards can also be used and ATM’s are accessible if necessary.

For US travelers, you simply pay on arrival for a 90-day tourist visa that costs $13. No forms or advance planning is required. A passport MUST BE valid for 6 months AFTER the travel date. For non US travelers, we can look into things on a case-by case basis.

In a sense, Managua is easier as there is no border crossing process, so you land and then take a 2-2.5 hr shuttle direct to the hotel. This airport is not as Americanized, so it may feel a little more unfamiliar, but as long as you have your passport, proof of vaccination OR negative PCR Covid test, and $10 USD, Managua is pretty easy.

Like many countries, Nicaragua has some political conflict and some differing internal opinions, however that does not make Nicaragua unsafe for travel.  In the Southern beach communities, it truly is a vibrant, friendly, and peaceful experience that is separated from any large, populated cities.  All of our Room to Roam team of drivers and staff have been strongly vetted for professionalism + safety, and our hotel has overnight security 7 days a week.  Despite feeling very safe in our community of Playa Gigante, we place high value on guest safety and comfort. By exercising general safety and caution recommendations and avoiding any political activity or protests, you can also do your part by being a smart + savvy traveler.

Very well. Our community is a friendly, local + expat blend of people who all enjoy the simple, beachy life and exist in harmony. Americans are not targeted or disliked, everything is mellow and cool.

Yes, there is a Roberto Clemente Health Clinic 15 min away, and a very nice private hospital in Managua if something serious were to happen.

Absolutely, we are happy to coordinate any available activity for you on-site.

Absolutely! Plant-based, vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free, keto, anti-inflammatory, ect. We kick ass in the kitchen and all guests have loved our food and commented their digestion has never been better.