Banana Palms Hotel, Río Dulce
Overview
Located around a 5-minute walk from Lake Izabal, the comfortable Banana Palms Hotel Río Dulce features kayaking, water skiing, and boating. The hotel offers 33 rooms with garden views, an à la carte restaurant, and a lounge bar.
Location
This 4-star hotel is nestled just 0.6 miles from the Spanish colonial fort "Castle of San Felipe de Lara" and 1.6 miles from Puente de Rio Dulce Bridge. The Banana Palms is 93 miles from Coban.
The accommodation offers a beachfront location near hot springs.
This hotel is near a boat dock and To Rio Dulce bus stop is approximately 5 minutes' walk away.
Rooms
The property offers rooms with a balcony and a seating area featuring air conditioning, along with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. They also come with private bathrooms.
Eat & Drink
The onsite Rancho Maya Palms restaurant serves Caribbean cuisine.
Leisure & Business
Among other amenities, Banana Palms Hotel offers 2 outdoor swimming pools.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wi-Fi in public areas
- Parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor dining area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
- Children's menu
- Children's pool
- Children's play area
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach access
- Sun loungers
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Recommended for:
Kayak Río Dulce
Rent kayaks to paddle Río Dulce, exploring the river's channels and observing local wildlife along the waterways.
Visit Castillo San Felipe
Take a boat tour to Castillo de San Felipe de Lara, a historic Spanish fortress located 0.5 miles from the area.
Dine at Maya Palms
Sample Caribbean dishes at the onsite restaurant Maya Palms, which serves regional cuisine in a tropical setting.
Boat Tour Lake Izabal
Join guided boat tours across Lake Izabal, passing through Río Dulce to see the lake's natural surroundings.
Location
Location Significance
Rio Dulce lies between Lake Izabal and the Caribbean Sea, near Castillo de San Felipe and Puente de Rio Dulce.
Neighborhood Overview
The surrounding area is a cultural district featuring local markets, artisan stalls, and the historic Castillo de San Felipe.
Dining Options
Restaurante Ranchon Mary, The Restaurant at Tortugal, and Restaurante Rosita serve seafood and traditional Guatemalan dishes.
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