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Nekupe

30 minutes from Granada, Nandaime 01101 Nicaragua
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Nicaragua’s first luxury countryside resort, Nekupe Sporting Resort and Retreat, is an intimate All-inclusive eight-room property located on a 1,800-acre nature reserve. Offering a seamless confluence of sustainable nature-based design with Feng Shui influences, rich Nicaraguan culture and warm hospitality, the property effortlessly blends with the environment to nurture exploration, adventure and wellbeing. Experiences at Nekupe are rooted in an active-outdoor lifestyle ideal for multi-generational families, groups of friends or adventurous retreats that include exploration, hiking, tennis, horseback riding, sporting clay and target shooting, and more. These activities are complemented by opportunities for thoughtful inner reflection through mountain-top yoga overlooking majestic views of Mombacho Volcano, outdoor spa treatments, meditation and nature walks. Accommodations – Perched atop a hill to allow for views across the reserve and out to Mombacho Volcano, is the 24,000 square foot main residential compound, La Residencia de Doña Theresita, which houses two grand suites at 1,300-square feet each and open terrace that includes an infinity edge pool with grand vistas of the deep forest. La Residencia also offers guests two standard 870 square foot suites. Alternative overnight options to La Residencia are four standalone villas that range from 700-1,000 square feet, each with an open terrace and floor-to-ceiling windows.
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30 minutes from Granada, Nandaime 01101 Nicaragua
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Augusto C Sandino Airport32 miSee all flights
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Yanina B wrote a review Mar 2023
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Do you know what Nekupe means? Heaven, and this resort lives up to its name. My husband and I have traveled around the world a few times, and we’ve been lucky to experience some award winning properties. I can firmly say Nekupe is one of the best. Combine luxury, nature, sports, and a top-notch gastronómic experience, and you have a bucket list worthy experience at Nekupe. What we did on this trip: We ripped around over 2,400 acres in an all-terrain ATV with our guide and ranger, Gaspar. We toured and enjoyed beautiful sites like their Chapel, Club House , Gym, Shooting Range, animal farms, a gorgeous aviary, and diverse agricultural sites. We rode horses, fed animals at their various farms, collected eggs for our breakfast, planted trees, played at a rope course, had wonderful massages (at one of the most beautiful spas tastefully designed by Mrs. Pellas), enjoyed many nature walks, learned to shoot a rifle and handgun, got a lot of pool time, and more. We had a wonderful gastronomic experience with 4-course meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner. All meticulously planned by Joel, their resident chef, using fresh ingredients grown on-site. The meals were impeccably served by Gerald, our wonderful butler/bartender, who also made sure nothing was in shortage on the table. Especially, my favorite fruit cocktails with Cana de Flor rum! Nekupe is a must visit resort and experience for the whole family, and we highly recommend it.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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Responded Apr 4, 2023
Thanks Yanina for your kind words and for taking the time to write this amazing review. It was an honor for us to host your beautiful family. We love to know that we have reached your expectations, and we would love to have the opportunity to keep surprising you in the near future.
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AndyCandy wrote a review Mar 2023
San Salvador, El Salvador1 contribution
Nekupe has an amazing combination of ammanities: it is simultaneously a nature reserve, luxurious ecolodge, horse ranch, 5 star restaurant, luxury spa, shooting range, petting zoo, yoga retreat, adventure site and so much more. With ATV rides, horseback riding, hiking, fitness center, art lessons, animal interactions, spa services, salt rooms, saunas, what more could you ask for? There’s something for everyone- and I would know, as my family trip to Nekupe included babies, children, adults and grandparents! The breathtaking views throughout the property make you feel like you’re immersed in jungle- there’s green all around and amazing views even from the bathroom! The rooms are immaculate, very large and comfortable, equipped with technology and luxury while remaining true to the authentic rustic feel of the resort. Every detail ties into that beautiful authenticity, from Nicaraguan artwork and handwoven textiles throughout the property to the farm to table cuisine. The personnel was spectacular; the team of rangers, particularly Lewis, were so well trained, warm and attentive. It was the perfect balance of quality attention without intrusion. There was nothing they weren’t willing to accommodate if it was within their reach. The chefs took the time to explain their exquisite recipes and even offer cooking classes so we could learn to make their mouth-watering dishes ourselves. (I highly recommend the fish and the steak). Josselin was also extremely helpful in securing childcare so the adults could share a few meals without interruptions. I truly believe Nekupe is one of a kind, and my family and I can’t wait to go back. It’s a magical place and I highly recommend it to everyone and anyone!
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Date of stay: January 2023
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Responded Apr 4, 2023
Thanks for sharing your experience! :) It was our pleasure to have you with us and we look forward to seeing you again soon.
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Julia Regina Sol C wrote a review Jan 2023
San Salvador, El Salvador7 contributions
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If you ever want to go to a diferent but spectacular family adventure resort, I recomend Nekupe in Nicaragua. I went with my husband, daughters, sons and grandchildren and it has been the best vacation for everyone. The confortable and beautiful rooms, the perfect bedding, the bathrooms, the views, the modern facilities with a touch of nicaraguan folcklore, the pools, the excellent service, the well trained personel and professional rangers ready at all times to attend our needs, the excuisite food, the wonderful adventures.... The kids picked the eggs for breakfast every morning. We all went horseback riding. We had other creative activities like team building, shooting lessons, saw all kinds od wild life, touched and fed all kinds of birds, ducks, deers, monkeys, owls and more I super recomend this WOW experience for all ages!
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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Responded Jan 30, 2023
We are so happy you enjoyed your stay at Nekupe and look forward to hosting you again in the near future.
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Tracey T wrote a review Jan 2023
New York City, New York43 contributions31 helpful votes
We went to Nekupe with two of our daughters (ages 21 and 15) and another family (parents and children ages 19 and 15). We all loved it. We stayed at La Residencia. It is a spectacular house with amazing views from every room. We loved having the delicious Nicaraguan coffee each morning on the incredible terrace overlooking the forest. Every meal was first- rate, and Nekupe handled a nut and gluten allergy perfectly. There were no mistakes, and they were very accommodating with alternatives. Everyone who works at Nekupe is very warm and friendly. There were plenty of fun activities on the huge property. We all loved driving the ATVs. The shooting activities were terrific, and we all enjoyed it and learned a lot from Emilio. We also did horseback riding, daily yoga, hiking, and biking. We spent a memorable day on Lake Nicaragua with great views of the volcanoes. The fitness center and the spa at Nekupe are very nice. We could be as active as we wanted, but it was also nice to relax by the pool. Our rangers, Lewis and Gaspar, took great care of us and were incredibly attentive to whatever we wanted to do whenever we wanted to do it. "No" was not in their vocabulary. The whole trip was seamless from planning the trip with Josseling to the pick up at the airport in Managua to the return to the Managua airport. We felt very safe and comfortable the entire time we were there and would not hesitate to return. Nekupe is a special place; it is luxurious but very relaxed and low-key.
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Date of stay: December 2022
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Responded Jan 30, 2023
Thank you for your great review! It was our pleasure to host you at Nekupe, we appreciate your comments and look forward to hosting you again in the near future.
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pidgeonwife wrote a review Jan 2023
London, United Kingdom42 contributions32 helpful votes
Beautiful property, fabulous Nnangus which are spacious and incredibly comfortable. The staff, Josseling, Alex and Lewis couldn't have done more to make our stay memorable. The food is exceptional and delicious cocktails too!
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Date of stay: December 2022
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Thank you so much for your review. Looking forward to hosting you again!
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Scott G wrote a review Mar 2022
New York City, New York49 contributions31 helpful votes
Nekupe is transcendent. Really - my family will never forget this vacation. One reason for this is that it's almost impossible to put Nekupe in a simple descriptive box. Is it a luxe spa? Is it an ecolodge? Is it a ranch to horseback ride? A place to look for exotic animals? A place to look at mountains and volcanoes? A plantation? The answer is "yes!" - - Nekupe is anything and everything you want it to be. Many things make Nekupe special. Start with the fact that you are provided with a dedicated "ranger" for your entire visit. Our ranger, Gaspar, was extraordinary. We learned so much about Nicaragua, the Nekupe property, the ecosystem, etc. He helped plan our days. He drove us everywhere in the provided ATV (except when we were given the wheel). Thank you, Gaspar!! The resort itself is gorgeous. It is huge, so you will need the aforementioned ATV to get around. All rooms overlook a beautiful volcano and mountains. They are immaculately kept and comfortable. Housekeeping magically comes every single time you leave your room to freshen it up. There are numerous activities to choose from. We loved horseback riding, which we did twice. The property also sports an animal refuge and we enjoyed learning about them. There's an aviary too, which you can walk through. You will inevitably drive through the plantations that grow passion fruits and avocados and so much more. One really special activity is shooting. My family and I had never touched a gun before, but we took a lesson from Emilio (a champion marksman from Nicaragua). It was a blast! There is also the main clubhouse which has a beautiful pool to relax by. Finally, there are numerous day trips you can take from the resort. And then there's the food. The chef, Carlos Pena, uses ingredients - the majority of which come from the property - to create three exquisite means a day. We have enjoyed many fine restaurants in our time, but the meals at Nekupe stand with the finest we have had anywhere. Nekupe bills these bills as Michelin rated - They indeed are!! Lastly, a big thank you goes to the Nekupe staff, who made our trip so special. Josseling from reservations who helped us plan and picked us up at the airport. Our waiter - who helped us enjoy the great meals created by the great Chef Pena. All the folks from the property who gave us tours of the plantations and animals. And to Gaspar - our Ranger - who tied it all together. Nekupe is a gem. We look forward to returning!
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Date of stay: March 2022
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Responded 4 weeks ago
Dear Scott, WOW! :) Those words touched our hearts..... Such a beautiful description of your stay in Nekupe. This motivates us to keep doing our best to provide a service that creates unforgettable memories. Our guests become part of this incredible legacy hidden in the forest of Nicaragua. We keep you in our memories and heart the experiences lived with your family. We loved and enjoyed having you, Emily, and Henry. We hope you are doing great. We hope to see you soon. A strong hug in the distance on behalf of your Nekupe family! ♥♥♥
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Ben M wrote a review Feb 2022
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We spent a week at the resort and it could not have been better. The views and property are fabulous, and the service and food was even better. Every meal was pretty special, and we had a great time at the pool, hiking, horseback riding, shooting, and just generally relaxing. We plan to return and highly recommend to others.
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Date of stay: February 2022Trip type: Traveled with family
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Adam M wrote a review Feb 2022
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Across the board an incredible place and experience. Highly recommend to a wide range of groups (I went with my two brothers but this would be amazing for a family with kids of any age, couples, or guys trip). Above and beyond service, excellent food and drinks, incredible scenery and as many or as few activities as you want including ATVs, horseback riding, shooting and offsite day trips to volcanoes, boating excursion, etc. All around one of the best trips/resorts have ever been to.
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Date of stay: February 2022Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Adam thank you for this beautiful comment, we remember the stay with your brothers in Nekupe after a while without seeing them, you decided to visit us to have a special time with each other, we feel honored for that. That is our purpose that families can create memorable moments in Nekupe. We always wish you success in life and hope to have the opportunity to host you again with the whole family.
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StrikerNI wrote a review Jan 2022
Managua, Nicaragua9 contributions2 helpful votes
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My wife and I celebrated our 10 year wedding anniversary at Nekupe this week, and I can honestly say we were AMAZED by the experience we had at Nekupe. From the very beginning of our trip we were guided in all things by Lewis, our personal Ranger. Lewis helped prepare our trip perfectly before we even got to the property, ensuring that our stay was custom tailored to our desires. The ride to Nekupe was exciting and the reception at the Club House with a delicious cocktail was a perfect beginning. We were then driven to our Villa in a Yamaha Viking UTV, which afterwards we drove ourselves everywhere. It was such an exciting and liberating feeling driving the UTV throughout the entire property! The Club House, our Villa and in fact the entire property is beautifully designed and very tastefully decorated. White bed sheets, a delicious bed, an incredible shower and tub and a beautiful terrace with views to the surrounding countryside and volcano. It was such a delight to just sit in our terrace watching the incredible landscape with a miles long view and a delicious breeze. We had lunch at the Club House, and here I must talk about the incredible food prepared by Chef Carlitos. The menu was a surprise but everything was delicious, very healthy and beautifully presented. For dinner, they prepared a romantic table beneath the stars and great meal. But the dessert was the real surprise. They prepared a fire pit nearby and gave us marshmallows with sticks. Smores for the win!!! I could not finish my review without talking about the truly unique experiences Nekupe offers such as setting up a truly romantic moment at the top of a mountain and a real world-class spa. Even though, we came as a couple and would love to do so again, I would also really like to travel to Nekupe with my entire family. There's so many great activities that I want to do next time such as horseback riding, skeet shooting and hiking. If there are two words I could use to describe Nekupe they would be: Rugged beauty. And the result of living in and admiring such beauty for us was peace. Don't hesitate, stop thinking, and just go to Nekupe. I promise you, you won't regret it!
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Date of stay: January 2022
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Responded Jan 13, 2022
Dear Guest, Thank you for your beautiful and detailed review. We are honored you have chosen Nekupe to celebrate such an important date with us and look forward to hosting you in all your wedding anniversaries!
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cfrenz2015 wrote a review Nov 2021
New York City, New York39 contributions16 helpful votes
We had originally looked into Nekupe for our Honeymoon back in 2018/2019, but given some of the political unrest at the time decided to save this amazing spot for another time. I'm happy to say that our group felt extremely safe throughout our entire journey through Nicaragua (not just at Nekupe) and would urge anyone that has any reservations about safety to make the trip as the country is absolutely beautiful and the people could not have been nicer. Fast-forward to 2021 and Nekupe was still at the top of our list to try - instead of a honeymoon, I brought down 4 friends to experience the property first hand. The only unfortunate aspect was that we didn't make the trip sooner. We have traveled to a number of places across the world at some hotel brands that we have come to love (Awasi, Ritz Carlton Reserve, Six Senses, Nayara, etc.), and the only brand that really comes close to the experience at Nekupe would be Awasi. Nekupe stands out in a few special ways, however, all driven by the service offered - which can only be attributed to how much they care for their guests. Nekupe is a small property which allows them to cater to each guests' individual liking - and they certainly deliver on this promise. Within the first hour, Gerald, our bartender, knew exactly what each of us enjoyed drinking. Carlos, the excellent chef on the property, started planning our meals well before we arrived and - I found out later - continued to change what he had planned as he learned more about us throughout the trip. This type of service isn't only uncommon at a hotel/resort - it's unheard of - which brings me to one of the best aspects of Nekupe: the resort feels much more like you are staying in the Pellas' family home (because you are), rather than a resort. Honestly, after a few short hours, everyone felt like family to us and that this was our home for our time there. Much like at Awasi, each room is assigned a Ranger for the duration of your stay. Ranger is a catch-all for best-friend/dance partner/navigation specialist/food&bev savior/etc. etc. We were assigned three Rangers for our stay: Lewis, Gaspar, & Josseling - each of them fantastic and truly making our stay what it was. I could go on and on about each of them, but it's likely better left for you to experience on your own. The activities offered on the property are world-class, and available at any time you'd like. We did multiple horse-back rides (was a big fan of the sunset horseback) and countless hours exploring the property on the ATV's (there's a whole lot to see). One activity that was a group favorite was the shooting - not only was the facility absolutely world-class, but the instructors were by far the best I have ever had. Emelio and Mario, like everyone else at Nekupe, were genuinely happy to be out with us - getting more excited than we would when an especially difficult shot was hit (which was hard to do). It's very difficult to put into words how great Nekupe truly is - we joked amongst the group that it wasn't even worth telling others about because if you haven't been there, it's hard to comprehend. We also joked about not even leaving a review as we'd love to keep this place a secret for us - but Nekupe is too great not to share and the Pellas family is amazing for doing just that. Long story short - we will be back, soon. Thanks to everyone at Nekupe who made this truly the trip of a lifetime.
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Date of stay: October 2021
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Responded Jan 13, 2022
Dear Guest, We really appreciate your taking the time to write this incredible and detailed review. It is and always will be our uttermost pleasure to have you, your friends and family in our property. Thank you for recognizing each of our staff members and their dedication to make Nekupe a unique experience for our guest. Looking forward to hosting you again soon!
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What are some of the property amenities at Nekupe?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a pool, and an on-site restaurant.
Which room amenities are available at Nekupe?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, a minibar, and air conditioning.
What food & drink options are available at Nekupe?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Nekupe?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Nekupe?
Yes, guests have access to a pool and a fitness center during their stay.
Does Nekupe have airport transportation?
Yes, Nekupe offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are pets allowed at Nekupe?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Is Nekupe accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access and reduced mobility rooms. For specific inquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.