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Malibu Popoyo

3.5 star property
Travelers find the perfect balance between relaxation and activity at this beachfront retreat, where soothing massages complement adventurous bike excursions

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Master) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free minibar - Malibu Popoyo (Tola)
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Malibu Popoyo, surrounded by verdant gardens, offers relaxation and rejuvenating spa treatments. The property features an outdoor pool, a separate children's pool, and a playground for younger visitors. Past travelers consistently praise the scenic surroundings.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • All inclusive
  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included

Room options

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Master) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free minibar

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Master)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Garden) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free minibar

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Garden)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free minibar

Loft, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Frette Italian linens
Pillowtop bed
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free minibar

Loft, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Frette Italian linens
Pillowtop bed
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Tola, Malibu Popoyo is on the beach. Nahaulapa Thermal Baths and Hacienda Iguana Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Santana Beach and Tide Pools. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding. Visit our Tola travel guide
Map
Santana Beach, Tola, Rivas

What's nearby

  • Next time you find yourself in Nicaragua, skip the tourist hordes and party scene of San Juan Del Sur, and head up the coast a little bit to Playa Gigante. It's a beautiful, quiet little beach town, with some really decent surfing, and a few really great restaurants.
    Gigante Beach
    15 min drive - 10.2 miles
  • Santana Beach
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Hacienda Iguana Golf Club
    11 min drive - 7.1 miles
  • Rancho Santana Beach
    11 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Guasacate Beach
    12 min drive - 6.3 miles

Getting around

  • Augusto C. Sandino Intl. Airport (MGA)
    130 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pili's Kitchen Organic Fresh Mediterranean
    32 min drive
  • Don Eloy's
    30 min drive
  • Kooks Cafe
  • cafe con leche
    18 min walk
  • Gigante Bay

About this property

Malibu Popoyo

Property highlights
Free full breakfast, a garden, and a playground are just a few of the amenities provided at Malibu Popoyo. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a body wrap, a facial, or a sports massage. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like separate sitting areas and free stocked minibars.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Frette Italian sheets and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
  • Patios, separate sitting areas, and daily housekeeping

All inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at Malibu Popoyo are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers

Spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per night
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 120 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Malibu Popoyo Hotel Rivas
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Frequently asked questions

Does Malibu Popoyo have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Malibu Popoyo pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 50 per pet, per night.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Malibu Popoyo?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Malibu Popoyo?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Malibu Popoyo provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 120 per vehicle applies.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Malibu Popoyo?

Some rate plans available at this property are all-inclusive.

Where is Malibu Popoyo located?

Nestled on the beach, this Tola hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Santana Beach and Rancho Santana Beach. Escondido Beach and Nahaulapa Thermal Baths are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Malibu Popoyo Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Amenities

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nolga

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Malibu Popoyo was beautiful and well maintained hotel, the room was my favorite part. Clean, great meal and amazing staff. Overall, Great experience and I will definitely recommend this beautiful and peaceful hotel. Thanks to Tito for the great hospitality.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just simply paradise
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I liked the property very much... very clean, nice pool, very comfortable room; the food was delicious and the service was excellent. There is coffee and purified water available all day, as well as mosquito repellent and sunblock. The beach accross the street was covered with rocks, impossible to swim in, yet nice to sit at and watch the gorgeous sunset. There is a nearby beach - about 18 min walk o 5 min by car - for swimming. Electricity goes off sometimes at night and a generator kicks in right away. We would stay there again.
Beach not for swimming
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025