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The
Ranch

Spread across 2,700 oceanfront acres, Rancho Santana is a world-class resort and residential community with beaches, hiking trails, fine dining, outdoor adventure, all-inclusive dining, and a wellness sanctuary.

What Stays: A Rancho Santana Family Story

The Destination

The Ranch has its unique location on Nicaragua’s pristine Emerald Coast to thank for its superb surfing reputation. Rolling hills, beaches, and dry tropical forests are part of the landscape here, too.  

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The Five Beaches

The Rancho resort’s  sprawling property has not one, not two… but five pristine beaches. Picture it: You could spend Monday through Friday at a different beach each day. Get the lay of the (sand-covered) land…

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Interactive Map

Discover everything The Ranch has to offer with our interactive map.

Boutique El Cedro

We’ve captured the spirit of The Ranch in a boutique filled with Nicaraguan treasures and unique collaborations.

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Vote in the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards

For nearly 30 years, Rancho Santana has remained grounded in a vision of becoming a world-class destination rooted in authentic hospitality, meaningful connections, and transformational experiences.

Today, we are honored to share that Rancho Santana has been nominated in the 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards by Condé Nast Traveler.

Entered a chance to win a dream getaway, courtesy of Condé Nast Traveler.

Useful Tips

Nicaraguan hospitality means we’re at your service, even during your planning. Visit our Useful Tips page for frequently asked questions about the destination and property. 

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