Banana Palms Hotel - Río Dulce

Beachfront family resort on Lake Izabal with three outdoor swimming pools and private dock for water activities

Amenities and Pools

Banana Palms Hotel offers three outdoor swimming pools, including a pool with lake view and a shallow end for children, plus a separate kids' pool. The beachfront property has a private dock providing direct lake access for scuba diving, motor boating, and complimentary kayaking. Well-maintained gardens, a terrace, and a children's playground are available, along with comprehensive safety features such as fire extinguishers and first aid kits.

Accommodations and Suites

The hotel offers spacious Junior and Master Suites-each with a private balcony, hammock, and private Jacuzzi. Air-conditioned rooms include free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and private bathrooms, with family rooms and ground-floor units available. Lake view rooms allow guests to watch the sunset while relaxing in the hammock from their private balcony.

On-Site Dining

Banana Palms Hotel Restaurant & Bar serves Caribbean and international cuisine with a diverse menu that accommodates special dietary needs and includes kids' meals. Breakfast and dinner can be delivered to the room, and the bar offers wine and champagne. The restaurant provides a beautiful view of the lake, and guests praise the food and service.

Family-Friendly Activities

Banana Palms Resort is designed for families, with a children's pool, a playground, and family rooms that sleep up to six guests. Daily activities include kayaking, motor boating, and scuba diving-all accessible from the private dock on Lake Izabal. Free private parking and a 24-hour front desk with tour organizing services simplify logistics for families.

Location and Nearby Attractions

The hotel is a 13-minute walk from Castillo de San Felipe de Lara, a historic Spanish fort, and is set on the edge of Río Dulce near Lake Izabal. Guests can organize tours to Finca Paraiso Hot Springs through the tour desk, or explore the lake by kayak. Free private parking is available on site, and the area offers a safe, self-contained resort experience.

• Location: 13-minute walk to Castillo de San Felipe de Lara, on the edge of Río Dulce and Lake Izabal
• Rooms: Junior and Master Suites with private balconies, hammocks, and Jacuzzis
• Dining: On-site restaurant serving Caribbean and international cuisine with lake views
• Activities: Free kayaking, motor boating, and scuba diving from private dock
• Family-friendly: Children's pool, playground, and family rooms sleeping up to six
• Parking: Free private parking available on site