A new and distinct Guzmania hybrid named ‘NEXTARA’ characterized by solid growth habit funnel-form rosette plant, measuring about 55 cm in height (above the pot when flowering) numerous, green colored foliage (measuring about 40 to 60 cm in length and about 3.0 to 4.5 cm in width). Superior floral bract production bracts are red-purple in color (closest to RHS 59A), compound inflorescence, measuring about 20 cm in height, and about 25 cm in diameter and long-lasting habit.
