Banana Palms Hotel

Hotels
Independent
8.8 (85 reviews)
Calle Banana Palms, 300 mtrs before the Castle entrance, Livingston, Izabal, 18019 , Livingston , GT

Facilities

Boat tours nearby
Hot springs nearby
Free WiFi
Terrace
Garden
Designated smoking area
Concierge service
Wheelchair accessible
Scuba diving nearby
Breakfast available (surcharge)
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful surroundings
Friendly staff
Accessibility to events
Cons:
Jacuzzi not operational
Need for earlier coffee service

Categories

Cleanliness
8.3
A suggestion for more cleaning around the pool was mentioned.
Service
9.3
The staff is very good and friendly.
Location
9.3
Very beautiful surroundings and easy access to events.
Room Quality
8.8
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Amenities
8.3
Jacuzzi was not operational during the visit.
Value for Money
8.8
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
8.8
A request for morning coffee before 7 was noted.
Overall Experience
8.8
Guests enjoyed their stay with family in a beautiful setting.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 12:27

Property Description

Stunning Views and Exceptional Amenities
Unwind in the rooftop private spa tubs, enjoy LED televisions, and complimentary wireless internet. Relax on the terrace, stroll through the garden, and make use of concierge services.

Delicious Dining and Refreshing Drinks
Experience delectable meals at Maya Palms or opt for convenient room service during limited hours. End your day with a drink at the bar/lounge or poolside bar. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily for a fee.

Convenient Location and Shuttle Services
Situated on the riverwalk, minutes away from notable landmarks like Lake Izabal and Castillo de San Felipe de Lara. The hotel offers a business center, laundry facilities, and a shuttle to the airport for a surcharge.

Embark on a memorable stay at Banana Palms Hotel - Book now for an unforgettable experience!

Important information:

Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional amenities at this hotel include concierge services, wedding services, and a television in a common area.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 01:00 PM
Airport code: GUA

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 85 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.3
Service: 9.3
Location: 9.3
Room Quality: 8.8
Amenities: 8.3
Value for Money: 8.8
Food and Beverage: 8.8
Overall Experience: 8.8
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Adi
10
Pros:

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!

2025-10-07 via Nuitee
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Luis family
10
Pros:

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

2025-08-31 via Nuitee
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Marabet family
10
Pros:

Muy bonito lugar para pasar tiempo con familia lo único es que el jacuzzi no estaba puesto y tal vez un poco más de limpieza para la piscina sería algo que considerar.

2025-08-26 via Nuitee
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Othman
10
Pros:

Very nice people

2025-08-21 via Nuitee
R
Rosita
10
Pros:

Very beautiful surroundings and easy access to a lot of nice events

2025-08-21 via Nuitee
D
Dialma
8
Pros:

Clean and friendly staff

2025-07-11 via Nuitee
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Sue Ling
10
Pros:

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

2025-06-30 via Nuitee
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Sulma
10
Pros:

Jardines

2025-05-31 via Nuitee
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Steven
2
Pros:

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.

2025-05-23 via Nuitee
M
Melanie
10
Pros:

Everything was beautiful

2025-04-24 via Nuitee
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Ingrid family
10
Pros:

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.

2025-03-31 via Nuitee
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Anna family
6
Pros:

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 .

2025-03-27 via Nuitee
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Yugo family
10
Pros:

Beautiful view at the lake, nice place to relax

2025-02-27 via Nuitee
J
James
10
Pros:

Wow spectyproperty and friendly staff large two bedroom was clean and quiet

2025-02-15 via Nuitee
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Sylvia family
8
Pros:

Es un lugar que amerita quedarse más de una noche, habitaciones para 4 o 6 personas, baño grande, agua caliente, A/C, botella de agua pura. Excelente servicio, buena comida, limpio, una vista y locación impresionante. Definitivamente recomiendo visitarlo.

2024-12-31 via Nuitee
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Sylvia family
10
Pros:

Es por mucho más bonito y cómodo que lo que reflejan las fotos. Excelente servicio

2024-12-26 via Nuitee
E
Erick
8
Super cerca del castillo.
Pros:

Un sitio agradable, muy cerca del castillo para ir a pie.
Piscina agradable.

2024-12-04 via Nuitee
S
Sender family
10
Pros:

Its close to the Castle of San Felipe de Lara really nice view to the lake of Rio Dulce

2024-11-28 via Nuitee
G
guido
10
Pros:

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

2024-11-14 via Nuitee
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Lourdes family_with_children
8
Pros:

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.

2024-09-06 via Nuitee