Hotel Dario  

On La Calzada in Granada’s historic center, a short walk from Parque Central, Granada Cathedral and the San Francisco Convent. Steps from Calle la Calzada and Casa Nica Spanish School, this gay-friendly neoclassical hideaway puts you in the middle of the action.

Housed in a 19th-century neoclassical mansion with gardens, the hotel offers about two dozen individually decorated guestrooms. Rooms feature A/C, minibars, cable/LED TVs, laptop-compatible safes and desks; some rooms include deep soaking tubs or private hot tubs and rainfall showerheads. Service feels private and polished, with an elegant colonial vibe throughout.

Soak in a pool with Jacuzzi comforts, with both indoor and outdoor pool options noted. There’s a gym, spa and massage room, bike rentals and concierge-led tours; wake up to the sights and sounds of La Calzada. Complimentary Wi‑Fi, 24-hour reception, laundry, parking and shuttle services are available (some for a surcharge).

Complimentary high-speed (wired) internet and a 24-hour business center. Event space totals about 2,500 sq ft with four meeting rooms and conference facilities; airport and ferry shuttles available for a surcharge.

El Tranvía Restaurant serves international gourmet fare alongside authentic Nicaraguan dishes, meats and seafood, plus a curated wine selection. The on-site Chocolate Coffee Shop offers city-famous coffee, pastries, smoothies and light bites. A cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily and a bar/lounge is on the premises.