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Jicaro Island

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Jicaro Island is a forest eco lodge in Nicaragua, good for couples and wellness breaks. See its verified sustainability rating and review to help you decide where to stay in Nicaragua.

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Records scored in eco stays322
Category average3.3/5
Scores below this one56%
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Water Management Details Jicaro Island provides 100% potable water to its guests and maintains a plastic-free island environment.
What to do generally Guests visiting Jicaro Island will be in an exclusive, private island-lake environment, perfect for romantic nature-luxury in Lake Nicaragua, Nicaragua
Food Details Jicaro Island features daily-changing menus that utilize the freshest local ingredients available in the region. Jicaro Island offers a serene, intimate dining environment on their private island. Jicaro Island focuses on sustainable and creative culinary practices.
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Eco Score 4
Eco Score Label Light green
Ownership and legal entity 2 of 16
Owner Name Cayuga Collection
Ownership Type Independent
Identity 2 of 4
Brand Name Jicaro Island
Closest Airport name Augusto C. Sandino
Energy, water and land 5 of 10
Water Management Type Jicaro Island ensures potable water.
Energy Type
Energy
Conservation Type
Conservation Preservation
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County/State/Region Granada Department
Continent/Region Central America
Google Place ID ChIJbQAAUCtzdI8RKeDumqe5-Fg
Price and commerce 1 of 2
Price Range £££
Further detail 22 of 52
Sustainability Link jicaroisland.com jicaroisland.com
Booking Site Luxury Escapes
City Granada
Closest Airport KM 120
Stars 4-star
Type Island
Environment Type Rural
Rooms 9
Room Types 9 Private Two-Story Waterfront Casitas
People Targeting Couples / Honeymooners (Kids 12+)
Secluded / Isolated High Seclusion (Island)
Eco Amenities Jicaro Island sustainability features include sustainable wood construction
Activities to do While at Jicaro Island, you can go kayaking, take boat tours and enjoy nature relaxation. Jicaro Island offers an on-site swimming pool and on-site guided lake/nature tours.
Food Options Jicaro Island has an in-house restaurant.
Food Type Jicaro Island serves a Nicaraguan farm-to-table menu.
Plastic Status Plastic free
Google rating 4.8
Google review count 102
Last checked 2026-06-12
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