Morgan's Rock

Just wow... After seven weeks on the road backpacking with my wife through Panama, Costa Rica and Nicaragua, I decided we deserved a treat, so we splashed out on a night at Morgan's Rock. We weren't disappointed. In fact, this was even better than the experience promised on the webpage. The rooms are sumptuous, partially open to the elements, as the main "walls" are mosquito nets: which means the wind whisks through to cool you at night. During the daytime, when temperatures can be hotter, there is a cooling cradle over the double bed which blows cold air down. There is also a covered day bed on the balcony, which, as with the room offers superb views of the bay, where there is a private beach: the beach is so extensive that it takes a good 30 minutes to walk from one end to the other. There's a great pool, impeccably manicured grounds and the piece de resistance might be the 100m walkway which takes you through the tree canopy on the way to your room. We had dinner here, which was excellent, and the staff were all charming. As a working tour operator, I have visited many hotels at the swankier end of the spectrum where staff can be snooty and disinterested (especially when you turn up slightly dishevelled and with a couple of rucksacks instead of Louis Vuitton suitcases!): here they were genuinely friendly and helpful.

The coolest place to experience the Nicaraguan Pacific coast! Accommodations, food, & service were all absolutely fantastic. The staff was incredible - friendly, knowledgeable, and always super helpful. Highly recommend!

Our group of 10 (two families) absolutely loved our stay at Morgan’s Rock! The rooms were beautiful, clean, and had the most incredible views. The entire property is stunning, and there was so much to do…kayaking, relaxing at the beach, watching monkeys, and the farm experience were all favorites. The staff made the trip even better. Everyone was so welcoming and helpful. A huge thank you to Juan Carlos, the Operations Manager, who went above and beyond to make sure our group was taken care of, and to Luis, who made our excursions and farm tour so much fun with all of his knowledge. This was easily one of our favorite places we’ve stayed in Nicaragua. We left with amazing memories and already can’t wait to come back!

The accommodations are spacious, beautifully designed, and surrounded by nature, with wonderful views that make every moment feel peaceful and private. It is the kind of place where you can fully disconnect, relax, and take in the beauty of Nicaragua. There are so many great experiences to choose from, whether you want adventure, nature, culture, or simply time to unwind. Everything feels thoughtful, personal, and authentic. A special shout-out to Moody, Lewis, Erlis, Ashley, and Ronald for making the stay even more memorable. Their warmth, hospitality, and attention to detail made a beautiful place feel even more special. And of course, the amazing Poncho the cat and Bobbie the dog bring an extra sense of warmth and connection that makes Morgan’s Rock feel even more welcoming. Morgan’s Rock is more than a lodge. It is an experience I will always remember and highly recommend.

We stayed a week here, and I wish we could have stayed longer. This was the perfect retreat space for our family. The setting, about 20 minutes from San Juan del Sur, feels remote and safe. We were surrounded by forest and a private beach cove--great for walking, less great for swimming. There's an estuary and many acres we explored in which we saw many sloths, three kinds of monkeys, and dozens of birds including pygmy owls, Baltimore orioles, scarlet tanagers, Amazon kingfishers and many many others. I recommend going out at least once or twice with a guide (we loved Luis) who can help you learn how to spot wildlife and tell you stories about the land. We felt so welcomed and taken care of by the staff. Everyone--from the front desk folks to the drivers to the wait staff to the guides--was kind, warm, friendly, open, trustworthy, helpful. The individual lodges were spacious and screened instead of walled, so we fell asleep listening to the surf and the birds. There are fans and a special cooling system over the bed to keep it cool, though if you really want air conditioning, this will not be your place. The walk from the main lodge where we ate (and where the pool is) was about 7-8 minutes, and I was often sweating by the time I got back. Luckily, there's a private pool for each unit, cool and refreshing. Plus a hanging outdoor couch for relaxing. Our favorite excursion was with Miguel who drove us to the colorful Colonial city of Granada (two hours away) where we took a horse-drawn carriage ride through the city that included a chocolate factory tour, visiting one of the old churches, and lunch. Plus a boat ride on our way to an island with monkeys, a stop at a local artisan fair above a crater lake, and it was all topped off with a hike in a nature reserve and an evening viewing of an active volcano. Spectacular. Miguel was so knowledgable and clearly loves his country so much that his enthusiasm and stories made us fall in love with Nicaragua even more. It was a fabulous way to learn more about the country and its people. There were also kayaks we could use for free, but it was too windy while we were there to use them safely. There was a large outdoor yoga platform with mats, blocks and giant fans to keep it cool. It was free to use, but you needed to pay for an instructor to come if you wanted a class. We would love to return here someday ... we felt so lucky to find this quiet, natural, beautiful reserve.