We are honored to share that Mukul Resort has been recognized among Travel + Leisure’s Best Resorts in Central America for 2026, earning a score of 96.91. Set in Tola, Nicaragua, along the country’s Emerald Coast, Mukul now stands alongside some of the region’s most highly rated resorts.
The recognition is especially meaningful because Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards are shaped by travelers themselves. More than 207,000 readers participated in the 2026 survey, casting approximately 661,000 votes across more than 10,088 properties and travel categories worldwide.
For us, being included among the best resorts in Central America is both an honor and an opportunity to introduce more travelers to the natural beauty, warmth, and character of Nicaragua.
Travel + Leisure asks readers each year to share their opinions on favorite hotels, resorts, cities, islands, airlines, cruise lines, spas, and other travel experiences. The 2026 results therefore reflect the impressions and votes of travelers from around the world rather than an award selected solely by an editorial panel.
Mukul received a 96.91 score, placing our resort among a highly rated group of Central American properties from Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Belize.
We are grateful to see Mukul Resort Nicaragua represented in a program with such broad traveler participation and to see Nicaragua continue to earn visibility among people searching for distinctive Central American destinations.
Beyond the recognition, a stay at Mukul is shaped by its setting on Nicaragua’s Emerald Coast. Located in Guacalito de la Isla in Tola, the resort sits between the Pacific coastline and tropical landscapes, creating an environment where time outdoors becomes part of everyday life. The property offers beachfront villas, elevated Tree Suite Bohios, private residences, wellness, recreation, and personalized service.
Rather than asking guests to choose between rest and exploration, we make it possible to experience both. A quiet morning by the ocean can lead to surfing, golf, yoga, hiking, or a spa treatment before returning to a relaxed evening by the coast.
Our experiences on Nicaragua’s Emerald Coast give travelers different ways to connect with the destination. Guests can make their stay as active or unhurried as they prefer, with options for couples, families, and groups. Current resort experiences include surfing, golf, tennis and pickleball, hiking, beach activities, family programming, and nature-focused recreation.
During a stay, that might mean:
This combination gives travelers considering the best resorts in Nicaragua a way to experience more of the country without sacrificing the comfort of a refined coastal retreat. Spa Mukul, yoga, and meditation are also part of the resort’s current wellness offering.
Our restaurant concepts have been thoughtfully renewed around the experience we want guests to have at the table: warm hospitality, fresh ingredients, time to slow down, and food that brings different culinary traditions to life. The two dining experiences each have their own personality.
A place inspired by the warmth of an Italian home, where recipes are shared across generations and meals are meant to be enjoyed without rushing. House-made pasta, slow-cooked sauces, classic desserts, quality olive oil, cheeses, tomatoes, aromatic herbs, and Italian wines come together with local and imported ingredients. The result is an intimate, romantic experience centered on authentic flavors, conversation, and genuine hospitality.
Here we draw inspiration from the Mediterranean coasts of Italy, Spain, Greece, France, and the Middle East. Seasonal produce, aromatic herbs, Pacific and Caribbean seafood, artisanal cheeses, house-made breads and tahini, and colorful vegetarian and vegan choices shape a lighter, fresh approach to dining. Curated wines and cocktails complement a bright coastal atmosphere designed for sharing good food at an easy pace.
Travel + Leisure’s 2026 World’s Best Awards reach far beyond a single resort or destination. With more than 207,000 participating readers and 661,000 votes, the program reflects a broad community of travelers considering where they want to go next.
Receiving a 96.91 score gives Mukul an opportunity to represent Nicaragua within that conversation. It can also introduce more international travelers to Tola and the Emerald Coast, an area where Pacific beaches, outdoor experiences, wellness, and a strong connection to the landscape come together.
For travelers who may be familiar with other Central American destinations but have yet to experience Nicaragua, recognition among the best resorts in Central America can be an invitation to look a little closer.
Choosing a luxury resort in Nicaragua is about more than selecting a room. It is about deciding how you want your days to feel.
At Mukul, an oceanfront setting, private accommodations, surfing, golf, wellness, nature, and two distinctive restaurant experiences can all become part of the same stay. Beach Villas provide direct access to the shore and private pools, while Tree Suite Bohios offer elevated privacy within the surrounding forest.
The Travel + Leisure recognition adds independent traveler validation to that experience while giving us another reason to celebrate the destination we call home.
Mukul Resort’s inclusion among Travel + Leisure’s Best Resorts in Central America for 2026 is a milestone we are proud to share.
That’s why we invite travelers like you to discover a stay shaped by the Pacific, thoughtful hospitality, distinctive accommodations, dining, wellness, and experiences that create space for both adventure and rest.