Banana Palms Hotel

3.5 star property
Riverwalk hotel with 2 outdoor pools and restaurant

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2 outdoor pools
Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Tower
Front of property
Business centre
International cuisine

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Air conditioning
  • Room service
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$191
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct

Explore the area

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Calle Banana Palms, 300 mtrs before the Castle entrance, Livingston, Izabal, 18019
  • Place, Castillo de San Felipe de Lara
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Rio Dulce Bridge
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Monkey Bay Marina
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Puerto Barrios (PBR)
    ‪129 min drive‬

Room options

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 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

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
Living room
Daily housekeeping
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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
Daily housekeeping
Living room
  • 85 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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
Daily housekeeping
Located on the ground floor
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the area

Livingston

At Banana Palms Hotel you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Lake Izabal and within 15 minutes of Castillo de San Felipe de Lara. Highlights at this beach hotel include 2 outdoor swimming pools, a restaurant and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Maya Palms, serves international cuisine. At the hotel's own lounge bar or poolside bar, you can enjoy a drink. Enjoy the kids' swimming pool along with access to kayaking and motor boating. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of airport drop-off service. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Livingston hotel, you'll be 4.4 km (2.7 mi) from Rio Dulce Bridge and 27.2 km (16.9 mi) from Finca Paraiso Hot Springs.

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

  • ‪El Cheque - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Banana Palms - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sundog Café - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mar Marine Yatch Club - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Rosita's Restaurant - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Banana Palms Hotel

Riverwalk hotel with 2 outdoor pools and restaurant
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 centre 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 bottles of water and free toiletries. 32-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 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/aeroplane tours
  • Kayaking
  • Motor boating
  • Personal motorised 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 centre
  • 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 lift

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 all accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Banana Palms Hotel?

Banana Palms Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 2 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Banana Palms Hotel on 28 Oct 2025 start from NZ$190.63, including 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 parking available at Banana Palms Hotel?

Yep, Banana Palms Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Banana Palms Hotel?

The closest beach to Banana Palms Hotel is Playa Blanca (29.1 km).

Does Banana Palms Hotel have a pool?

Banana Palms Hotel has 2 outdoor swimming pools and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying with a coldie from the bar.

Does Banana Palms Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, cooked-to-order brekkie is on offer daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Banana Palms Hotel?

No, but there's a shuttle from the hotel to the airport that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Banana Palms Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Banana Palms Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 1 PM.

Are pets allowed at Banana Palms Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.