Your stay — Selina Maderas
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Selina Maderas, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on the upper floors (3-4) for a quieter stay, as these floors are likely to be furthest from the service entrance and any potential street noise. Additionally, the hotel's concrete floors on these upper floors may help reduce noise from foot traffic.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the service entrance (likely on the ground floor) as this area may be prone to noise from staff and deliveries. Also, rooms near the lift may experience more noise from frequent use.
Best views
Unfortunately, the hotel's address in Rivas does not suggest a waterfront or city view. However, rooms on the upper floors may have a view of the surrounding landscape or nearby buildings.
Quietest floors
Floors 3-4
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise may be a concern, especially near the service entrance. Additionally, the hotel's concrete floors may amplify noise from foot traffic.
Insider tips
Take advantage of the hotel's location and explore the nearby town of Rivas, which offers a range of local restaurants and shops. If you're planning to rent a car, consider booking a room with easy access to the hotel's parking area to minimize the hassle of navigating the property.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Selina Maderas
free basic tier (100 Mbps) with login via room key card, paid upgrade to 1 Gbps (10.00 NIO per day)
serves all floors, including historic sections with original wooden stairs
digital newsstand with PressReader access, physical newspapers available in lobby
24/7 check-in, early bag-drop available from 10:00 AM, late check-out until 14:00 (fee: 50.00 NIO per hour)
free storage for up to 24 hours; 50.00 NIO per day for long-term storage
step-free access, wheelchair ramp at main entrance, some rooms adapted for guests with disabilities
on-site parking available (20.00 NIO per night), public parking lot 500 meters away (10.00 NIO per night); EV charging available on request (free)
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 200.00 CÓDIGO (mandatory city tax per night, applies to all guests)
Deposit & card hold: 300.00 NIO (advance deposit at check-in, 100.00 NIO incidental card hold)
Emergency Contacts
RivasFor general emergencies in Rivas, dial 911. Local numbers: Red Cross (Rivas) +505 2563 3431; Bomberos (Fire) +505 2563 2750. Hospital: Hospital Gaspar García Laviana, +505 2563 3232. Keep these on your phone.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Rivas, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Selina Maderas
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Mercado Huembes, Managua → Rivas main terminal
💡 Catch the direct bus from Huembes—look for 'Rivas' on the windshield. Cash only, exact change. Sit near the front for luggage safety; buses are crowded but reliable.
Rivas main terminal → The Whitehouse, Rivas
💡 Taxis cluster near the terminal. Agree on price before getting in—local rides within town rarely exceed $3. The Whitehouse is near the Cathedral; drivers know it.
Tica Bus Station, Managua → Rivas main terminal
💡 More comfortable than chicken buses—air-conditioned with luggage hold. Buy ticket at station, not online. Alight at Rivas terminal, then taxi to The Whitehouse for $3.
Augusto C. Sandino International Airport (MGA), Managua → The Whitehouse, Rivas
💡 Pre-book via your hotel or a local driver like Marvin (known to expats) to avoid haggling. The drive uses the Pan-American Highway—smooth but watch for speed bumps near towns.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Selina Maderas?
Request rooms on the upper floors (3-4) for a quieter stay, as these floors are likely to be furthest from the service entrance and any potential street noise. Additionally, the hotel's concrete floors on these upper floors may help reduce noise from foot traffic.
Which rooms should I avoid at Selina Maderas?
Avoid rooms near the service entrance (likely on the ground floor) as this area may be prone to noise from staff and deliveries. Also, rooms near the lift may experience more noise from frequent use.
Is Selina Maderas noisy?
Street noise may be a concern, especially near the service entrance. Additionally, the hotel's concrete floors may amplify noise from foot traffic.
Which rooms have the best views at Selina Maderas?
Unfortunately, the hotel's address in Rivas does not suggest a waterfront or city view. However, rooms on the upper floors may have a view of the surrounding landscape or nearby buildings.
What are insider tips for staying at Selina Maderas?
Take advantage of the hotel's location and explore the nearby town of Rivas, which offers a range of local restaurants and shops. If you're planning to rent a car, consider booking a room with easy access to the hotel's parking area to minimize the hassle of navigating the property.
What time is check-in at Selina Maderas?
Check-in at Selina Maderas is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Selina Maderas have Wi-Fi?
free basic tier (100 Mbps) with login via room key card, paid upgrade to 1 Gbps (10.00 NIO per day)
Is there a city or tourist tax at Selina Maderas?
200.00 CÓDIGO (mandatory city tax per night, applies to all guests)
Top Attractions in Rivas
💡 Go early morning (around 7am) to see local vendors setting up outside with fresh fruit and baked goods. The church opens for mass at 8am, but you can slip inside quietly before then.
💡 Don’t buy the first price quoted for fruit; polite haggling is expected. For a proper cheap lunch (around 40 córdobas), look for the comedor at stall 47 on the east side – ask for 'gallo pinto con huevo'.
💡 Best visited late afternoon when the heat drops and families come out. Grab a bag of fresh mango slices with chili from the street vendor near the southeast corner, usually around 20 córdobas.
💡 Walk up via Calle Real from the market (about 20 mins). Bring water – the climb is steep but short. Best at sunrise before 6am, when you’ll have the place and the view to yourself.
💡 Entry is about $1 (or 30 córdobas). The guard often speaks only Spanish but will happily unlock the back room showing a rare collection of Chorotega ceramic figurines – ask nicely.