Very good fishing and surfing lessons. Friendly staff. Mike was so helpful with arranging quad and motorbike rental, etc.

Stayed in February 2025

It was a long walk to the surf spots, ideally you will need transport to stay here.

It was a lovely room, perfect for a family. Beautifully kept gardens and grounds, amazing pool area, everything very clean, like an oasis. Very friendly staff and helpful.

Stayed in December 2024

Nothing

Very clean, high quality, friendly staff, restaurant

Stayed in December 2024

The AC could have been a lot better. Popoyo can get very hot and humid. It took long to cool down. The pool was a bit too chlorinated.

We really liked staying at Nicawaves. The resort itself is very relaxing and not very big. It has a relaxing swimming pool and a restaurant on site. The staff was very friendly and the food was also good. It is situated near a few breaks. But having a car or a scooter is much better to get to the breaks compared to walking. The resort also offer boat rides and car rides to breaks. Especially if you take the surf package. The room was also very comfortable.

Stayed in May 2024

There is not much else around and it is only accessible by dirt road. If you want to explore Popoyo town then hiring a car or motorbike is recommended because the town is a 15min drive away.

Located only a 10min walk away from the secluded Popoyo surf break, it’s a great place to stay for surfers. The rooms are clean, well presented, have air conditioning and hot water. The pool area is well maintained and a relaxing environment with hammocks surrounded by nice gardens. The restaurant serves good food for a reasonable price. The staff are always very friendly and helpful. You can hire surfboards and the staff assist with organising taxi drivers when required. We would definitely recommend staying at nicawaves.

Stayed in March 2024

We had a car so this was fine with us, but the main part of Popoyo would be a very long walk if you didn’t.

Beautiful property, friendly staff, great air conditioned room, excellent WiFi

Stayed in March 2024

The door was noisy

Good staff

Stayed in March 2024

Distance to shops/dining. We thought the resort would be bigger, but it had what we needed.

The pool was great.

Stayed in February 2024

Everything was super nice especially the service at the restaurant.

Stayed in February 2024

There were electricity blackout like 3 times only lasting a 1 min. So no big issue. Unfortunately, a few minutes before leaving, there was no potable water but that’s ok ‘cause it was the end of my trip.

I liked the place overall. They have different spaces to chill: Bar, sofas, outdoor tables, the pool and hammocks. Staff was kind and helpful. And the room was just like in the pictures.

Stayed in February 2024

The place is perfect if you are with a car or motorbike to try all the surf spots around. The staff is so friendly and cheerfull that gives you a lot of calm and security while you are staying at Nicawaves.

Stayed in January 2024

They need to get a sign off the main road as its not well marked and hard to find the place.

The location is great only a short walking distance to Popoyo beach. The food at the restaurant is really good with great daily specials and a great selection for breakfast.

Stayed in January 2024

The food on site is unfortunately quite expensive for budget backpackers. Luckily we had a scooter and went elsewhere for food as there isn’t anything else around close. It would have been nice if we were given some information on the area, surf breaks etc upon check in. We were told by other guests about having access via Finca Popoyo, the staff didn’t mention this to us.

We were upgraded which was lovely! The room was big and the AC was fantastic in the heat. The shower was hot which we loved! The location is great - if you let the people at Finca Popoyo know you’re from Nicawaves they let you use their beach access which is fantastic. The pool area is super nice to hang around. The hammocks are bliss.

Stayed in December 2023

Road / access to hotel could be a bit better

The hotel staff is very friendly and helpful. It is a pleasure to get such a priviledged treatment with a smiling heart. Was really pleased to stay in this hotel. Room was great value and the pool area is magic !

Stayed in December 2023

Nothing…

Everything!

Stayed in July 2023

The faucets and showerhead were very old and rusty. The bed was very uncomfortable and noisy when ever you turn or got up.

We liked the service and clean room. Food was good. The ladies were very friendly and helpful.

Stayed in May 2023

The food could use some improvement. It’s not the best

The pool was beautiful. It was a very relaxing stay. All other guests were very respectful as well as staff

Stayed in April 2023

Room was really small,.no table or hanger to storage your clothes or hang up your towel after a shower. Bathroom is outside of room but right next to it. Couldn't brush my teeth as the sink was really small and the water tap didn't worked (water splashed everywhere) it was smelly as well.

Really nica staff Food was good.bit pricy compared to other restaurants. Swimming pool and hangmoks where really nice Moterbike rental +/- 20$

Stayed in April 2023

10-15 walk to the surf, but you can pay for a ride if you don’t have your own wheels

Family atmosphere, amazing staff who helped with any requests, great food onsite, surf guides were super knowledgeable and nice, AC in rooms

Stayed in April 2023

shower soap

the staff is AMAZING!!! they are something else facilities are great and beautiful place in general

Stayed in April 2023

Nothing.

We loved the location and the proximity to beginners bay (about a 10 minute walk), the staff were all friendly and polite, the food and cocktails were amazing, the room was comfortable and clean and we loved the pool and hammocks!

Stayed in April 2023

nothing. it was good value for our money.

the pool area was perfect for our group! the staff was wonderful, the food was really well priced and good quality. they often don’t have power, but still open the kitchen. be patient, food does take a while, but the bar service is good so we didn’t mind the wait.

Stayed in February 2023

Prices are ok at the restaurant. However, we did get billes almost $2 for refilling our bottle of water but it’s ok. We did find weird spots in our beds and a t-shirt underneath one, but I mean, it’s a relatively cheap hôtel and we only stayed for one night so we let it pass.

The location is quite nice. It would seem to be a bit in the middle of nowhere, but it’s very calm and the beach is close by foot. The staff was very nice. I would like to make a honorable mention to Karen Acevedo, who was exceptionally sweet and did all she could to help us!

Stayed in March 2023

I did like the property

The place was awesome and staff very kind

Stayed in February 2023