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Banana Palms Hotel

3.5 star property
3.5-star beach hotel near Lake Izabal

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Arcade
Restaurant
32-inch LED TV with cable channels, TV
2 outdoor pools
Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Tower

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Calle Banana Palms, 300 mtrs before the Castle entrance, Livingston, Izabal, 18019
  • Place, Rio Dulce
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Dulce River National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Castillo de San Felipe de Lara
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Puerto Barrios (PBR)
    ‪168 min drive‬

Room options

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room, 2 Bedrooms

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Tower

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Tower

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 85 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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Executive Room, 2 Double Beds, Garden View

Executive Room, 2 Double Beds, Garden View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the area

Livingston

On riverwalk.Within a 15-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Lake Izabal and Castillo de San Felipe de Lara. Rio Dulce Bridge is within 3 miles (5 km) and Finca Paraiso Hot Springs is within 20 miles (32 km).

What's nearby

  • Rio Dulce - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Dulce River National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Castillo de San Felipe de Lara - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Rio Dulce Bridge - 10 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Monkey Bay Marina - 12 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • Puerto Barrios (PBR) - 101 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sundog Café - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ranchon Mary - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Delicias Del Rio - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪El Cheque - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪La Fragata - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Banana Palms Hotel

3.5-star beach hotel near Lake Izabal
Banana Palms Hotel offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Banana Palms Hotel. A shuttle from the hotel to the airport (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Livingston hotel.

  • 33 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 11 buildings
  • Built in 1995
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Banana Palms Hotel offers 33 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and complimentary toiletries. 32-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets 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

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Banana Palms Hotel to the airport?

Banana Palms Hotel is 53.3 mi (101-min drive) away from the Puerto Barrios (PBR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jun 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Banana Palms Hotel on Jun 15, 2026 start from CA $142, 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.

Does Banana Palms Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Banana Palms Hotel offers a shuttle from the hotel to the airport 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 50 per person.

Does Banana Palms Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Banana Palms Hotel, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 9 and 12 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Banana Palms Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Banana Palms Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Banana Palms Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Banana Palms Hotel have a pool?

Banana Palms Hotel features 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Does Banana Palms Hotel have a restaurant?

Banana Palms Hotel is home to Maya Palms, which features international cuisine.

Does Banana Palms Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Banana Palms Hotel to downtown Livingston?

Banana Palms Hotel is 0.2 mi away from San Felipe de Lara.

Banana Palms Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 183 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 55 out of 183 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 183 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 183 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 183 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

ESTUARDO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful paradise
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was amazing!!! The location rooms and food was breathtaking . I would definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful surroundings and easy access to a lot of nice events
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Dialma

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alejandra Nava de

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. Spacious room with good size walking closet, hot water, A/C and Wifi. Common areas with nice landscaping. Very recommended. I will definitely come back.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Arnold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The area is so beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Othman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice people
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Yugo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view at the lake, nice place to relax
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sender

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its close to the Castle of San Felipe de Lara really nice view to the lake of Rio Dulce
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathanael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean room, spacious, nice staff and friendly, the pool was clean and nice and the location is great. The restaurant needs more writers because when there were many people the food took much time to arrive and was cold. But everything else was amazing, including the staff in the reception who helped us with booking tours and everything we needed. Very recommended hotel!
Clean and spacious rooms
Cute and harmless agoti in the restaurant area
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Raul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
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10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ever

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our second stay. The view of the lake was stunning.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow spectyproperty and friendly staff large two bedroom was clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The facility is so beautiful,so many fruit trees and awesome surroundings The staff is very good,one thing i would like to see,coffee early in the mornings, before 7 otherwise you need to go out and try to find someone open which is very difficult
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue Ling

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always a pleasure staying here, we've done it many times. The only suggestion would be to try to help reduce mosquitos (zancudos) inside the room, we spent quite some time killing a lot since I'm alergic to the bite
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

guido

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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
Verified

8/10 Good

Sarvia

No water before
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Silvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Clean, quiet, great view. Near attractions. Good service.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Estuardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view to the lake, love the cotuzas walking around. A lot mangos trees, good services.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Has its own boat pier. Very convenient
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Ingrid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Verified

8/10 Good

Lourdes

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Verified

6/10 Okay

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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