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Granada

Granada

Nicaragua

Updated on August 17, 2025

Overview

Granada is a Nicaraguan colonial city located on the northern shore of Lake Cocibolca, known for its Spanish colonial architecture, historical importance as a commercial center, and tourist attractions. It is Nicaragua's ninth most populous city and part of the Managua Metropolitan Region.

Average cost of living€835.00
Quality of Life62/100

Accommodation

Rent room (flat-share)€120.00
1-bed flat (center)€300.00
1-bed flat (outside)€220.00
3-bed flat (center)€600.00
3-bed flat (outside)€400.00

Utilities

Basic utilities€60.00
Internet€35.00
Mobile plan€10.00

Transportation

One-way ticket€0.20
Monthly pass€10.00
Taxi start€0.70
Gasoline (1 l)€1.10

Leisure

Cinema ticket€3.50
Fitness club€20.00

Education

Preschool (month)€150.00
Intl. primary (year)€1,500.00

Buying House

sqm in city center€950.00
sqm outside center€750.00

Advantages

  • Rich and well-preserved colonial architecture
  • Privileged location next to Lake Cocibolca
  • Important tourist center with good hotel infrastructure
  • Significant history and cultural heritage
  • Diversified economic activity between tourism and industry

Disadvantages

  • × Lower economic development compared to Managua
  • × Limited specialized employment opportunities
  • × Limited public transportation infrastructure
  • × Risk of seismic and volcanic activity in the region
  • × Dependence on tourism which can be volatile