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Banana Palms Hotel

3.5 star property
Beach fun in 2 outdoor pools, near Castillo de San Felipe de Lara

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2 outdoor pools
2 bedrooms, bed sheets
Front of property
Business center
International cuisine

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Room service
The current price is P5,147
P6,279 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 8 - Jul 9

Room options

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2 bedrooms, bed sheets

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Air conditioning
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Located on the ground floor
Daily housekeeping
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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2 bedrooms, bed sheets

Executive Room, 2 Double Beds, Garden View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Air conditioning
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Located on the ground floor
Daily housekeeping
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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2 bedrooms, bed sheets

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Tower

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Air conditioning
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Wardrobe or closet
Located on the top floor
  • 85 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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2 bedrooms, bed sheets

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Air conditioning
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • 37 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
Calle Banana Palms, 300 mtrs before the Castle entrance, Livingston, Izabal, 18019

What's nearby

  • Rio Dulce - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Lake Izabal - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Castillo de San Felipe de Lara - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Rio Dulce Bridge - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Monkey Bay Marina - 7 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • Puerto Barrios (PBR) - 107 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sundog Café - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mar Marine Yatch Club - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪El Cheque - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ranchon Mary - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Rosita's Restaurant - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Banana Palms Hotel

Hotel near Lake Izabal
Located close to Castillo de San Felipe de Lara and Rio Dulce Bridge, Banana Palms Hotel provides a poolside bar, a terrace, and a garden. With water skiing, kayaking, and motor boating, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. The on-site restaurant, Maya Palms, features international cuisine. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a playground and laundry facilities.
You'll also find perks like:
  • 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), airport drop-off service (surcharge), and a reception hall
  • 1 meeting room, concierge services, and helicopter/airplane tours
Room features
All guestrooms at Banana Palms Hotel boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free bottled water.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch LED TVs with premium channels
  • Porches or lanais and daily housekeeping

Languages

Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour airport drop-off shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 9 to 12 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Maya Palms

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Kayaking
  • Motor boating
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas
  • Water skiing

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On the bay
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator

More

  • 11 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1995
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 1 PM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 9 to 12 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 50 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 50 (up to 9 years old)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Banana Palms Hotel Livingston
Banana Palms Hotel San Felipe de Lara
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Banana Palms Hotel Resort & Marina Guatemala/Livingston
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Frequently asked questions

Does Banana Palms Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Banana Palms Hotel?

As of Jun 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Banana Palms Hotel on Jul 8, 2025 start from P 5,146.63, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Banana Palms Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Banana Palms Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Banana Palms Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Banana Palms Hotel?

Check-out is at 1 PM.

Does Banana Palms Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a shuttle from the hotel to the airport that runs on request. A fee of USD 50 per person applies.

Where is Banana Palms Hotel located?

Situated in Livingston, this beach hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Lake Izabal and Castillo de San Felipe de Lara. Rio Dulce Bridge and Finca Paraiso Hot Springs are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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Banana Palms Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 159 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 159 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 159 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 159 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 159 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Beautiful view at the lake, nice place to relax
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Everything was beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Wow spectyproperty and friendly staff large two bedroom was clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

The hotel was very nice, the staff was pleasant and willing to help with any needs. The food options were plenty and tasted delicious. The only recommendation I would have is to put a fresh coat of paint in some of the areas. However, that wouldn’t stop me from staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

The area is so beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10

Traveling solo in motorcycle, first time here and in guatemala Lovely place right in front of the lake Lovely staff very helpful. Room nice
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

Amazing place overall, pool was great my son enjoyed that for two hours at night. Staff at front desk was very professional. Dining was great, excellent food and staff at dining was super friendly and professional
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10

Great hotel on the edge of Lake Izabal. Good pool and rooms. Walking distance to the Castillo San Felipe. Perfect stop on the way to Tikal.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10

This is a nice hotel but the pool was not open as advertised. Hot tub was too dirty to use. Restaurant food was not good. Rooms and atmosphere was good and front desk was friendly .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

This was our second stay. The view of the lake was stunning.

8/10

Clean, quiet, great view. Near attractions. Good service.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10

Beautiful view to the lake, love the cotuzas walking around. A lot mangos trees, good services.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

Has its own boat pier. Very convenient
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10

I stood for one night and the hotel rooms are spacious, well ventilated and illuminated. The parking was close to my room which was fantastic. The constructions, gardening, decorations really sets guests in the tropics. The staff was friendly. While my staying there was an electric shortage, but the hotel's manager resolved within 15 minutes.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

PERFECT FOR LARGE FAMILIES. I have 5 kids ranging from 1 to 12 and the layout of the rooms was perfect. The activities on site were also perfect. There's a pool that's safe for 5 year olds but deep enough so the older kids enjoy as well and a separate deeper pool for the bigger kids. BEAUTIFUL. PEACEFUL. PERFECT.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

The view
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10

Super clean, nice place. Hot water tank probably undersized because shower was hot for 5 min, then went cold.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10

We faced a storm and the power went out. They have a power plant that allowed us to sleep comfortable (given how hot and humid, sleeping without A/C would have been difficult). The staff was very friendly, and very serviceable during the storm
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

6/10

The view and the stay is amazing ! It’s located in a perfect place ! The food amazing . I had a problem had to wait about an hour for them to put water in my room so I could shower , brush my teeth , or use the bathroom . Even after they put it on I took a shower afraid I was not getting water since the pressure was not working at all. For a place that looks amazing it sucked that the water was not working and they really were taking their time fixing it for my room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10

I rented a Family suite and I did not like that the room with the king size bed did not have enough privacy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10

Restaurant food and service is slow and food takes for ever
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10

The property has beautiful photos from say 10 years ago when everything was new. Now the facilities are deteriorated and have not had much upkeep. It was still a good stay. The beds were comfortable, and the location was nice. They do not allow you to rent any tours or jet skis and pick them up on their dock. It would have been nice to know beforehand.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

4/10

The hotel in general was good, they had a seperate pool for children and adults which was not upheld, the adult pool was full of children… also no sunchairs there was about 4 in total. When questioned reception not much help… Second day there we ate in the restaurant and I got food poisning.. Having worked in restaurants 15 years of my life there is no excuse for bad hygene. My second day of two was spoiled because of this… at the time I was too sick to complain. The staff in general was attentive and very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10

Jardines
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10

An ok place, very poorly managed. The hotel itself is beautiful, aside from a dozen or so unfinished buildings in the back lot that give it a creepy vibe. (A couple have full grown trees growing up through the middle of the floor.) The management is atrocious and the rooms are furnished with cheap crap they seem to have bought in the local market. The low light of my trip was when the full length mirror on the wall spontaneously fell apart (the cheap plastic frame came apart at the corners) and crashed to the ground in pieces. The hotel charged ME for that. I mean it wasn’t much— $17 or so— but I didn’t even touch it, and I specifically told them I refused to pay for it, and they just charged my card anyway. So I hope they enjoy their $17 because I won’t be coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025