Rio Dulce, Livingston, Guatemala, 18002 Rio Dulce, Guatemala
#1 of 14 hotels in Rio Dulce
Guests' ChoiceBased on 259 hotel reviews
9.3Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.2
Location
9.7
Facilities
9.2
Staff
9.5
Value for money
9.5
Free WiFi
6.5
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 30 August 2025
Katie
United KingdomThere was nothing not to like. It was amazing.
Absolute bliss. A slice of heaven, such an amazing property and for such a reasonable price. Thank you for keeping it real and enabling travellers to visit. Please don't ever change. . So helpful is getting us there. Quick response time and super helpful. With lots of info. Once arrived left to it but people on site to help if needed. Perfect. Amazing food. Sign up for the dinners and breakfasts.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 16 August 2025
Leonardo
ColombiaNothing
It is a nice place to forget the noise of the cities. The Río Dulce landscape is amazing.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 6 August 2025
Bart
BelgiumNothing
Perfect location for a stay in Rio Dulce. The owner and his team take care of everything from a tasty breakfast to the perfect dinner and a chocolate afterwards. There is plenty of information available on activities all at a reasonable price or if you prefer you can relax near the river or at the communal areal where there is always someone to talk to. The house we rented was perfectly quiet, the communal diner was nice to meet a lot of interesting people. If you ever visit this region in Guatemala, make sure to stay here.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 2 August 2025
Hendrik
NetherlandsWhat I didn’t like about the place? I actually cannot think of anything that was not good.
Totally liked the place! It’s located on the river with kajaks, tubes and hammocks for either active or relaxing time. I loved the shared breakfast/lunch/dinner in the common area where the kitchen staff is does an amazing job. Ten points for this place! 🏅
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 23 July 2025
Alice
FranceEverything
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 16 July 2025
Johanna
NetherlandsAmazing place in the nature! You are fully in the jungle, the owner is very kind and helps you with all you need. You wake up next to the animal sounds
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 16 July 2025
Realis
IsraelConstraints related to commuting (limited hours for public ferries (lanchas)
Everything
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 3 July 2025
Gemma
SpainThe toilet for the shared bathroom is literally across the whole hotel through the jungle. At night, under the rain, with all insects around it really isn’t ideal. That’s the only thing I disliked.
The surroundings, the nature, the staff and the food.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 29 June 2025
Abernethy
United KingdomNothing
We had an amazing 3 night stay here. It was lovely staying right on the side of a river just off the Rio dulce and very relaxed and peaceful. There’s a range of activities on offer to keep you busy if you like. But most of all, all of the staff were very kind and friendly and work very hard to make sure you enjoy your stay and are comfortable. Kevin always offered to help us arrange activities and went above and beyond to help us get back a bit of lost property after we had left the hotel and moved onto another location! Oh and the bread here is the best bread in Guatemala! Thank you for a lovely stay!
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 23 June 2025
Yuchen
TaiwanIt’s really a get away experience, and the food there for the price is totally worth it and delicious!
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 16 June 2025
Melissa
GermanyIt feels so relaxing, there is so many bird around, you have activities to do if you're more of the adventurous type. Food was excellent, so was the team. So far my best highlight in Guatemala
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 5 June 2025
Maya
Israelworkers working around doing maintenance and cleaning all the different areas so i felt a little uncomfortable BUT seeing as it way my choice to just stay in the hostel my entire stay i think this is personal experience to myself because most people go out on excursions and probably wouldn’t notice it
it was so beautiful and well kept, the staff were super delightful and attentive the food was delicious! you can enter the river from the dock
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 11 May 2025
Mónica
NetherlandsThe location is beautiful. Located at the river, but still in the jungle, with dedicated areas for chilling and for you to enjoy the place. Very nicely done. They have rooms for 1 person, which was ideal for me. They allow dogs :) Room was spacious enough, bed was comfortable, and quite private. Food for delicious! Good portions. I love their idea of communal dinners. Staff very friendly, very helpful! Tim is an amazing host - knows a lot about the area, how to get around and give the best recommendations.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 9 May 2025
Torres
FranceIt's the perfect place to disconnect and relax, there is a peaceful vibe. The dinner is delicious, and the staff very friendly!
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 23 April 2025
Elisabeth
Germanystay as long as you can! it’s the perfect place
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 14 April 2025
Marie
FranceStaying at Hotelito Perdido is the perfect way to disconnect, really a great place to rest! The personnel is also super nice and helpful! For solo travellers, please note that the place is very popular with Dutch people so dinner might be awkward if they don't make the effort to switch to English (This tainted my social experience a bit but I guess it was just bad luck on my end 😊).
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 11 April 2025
Laura
NetherlandsLovely stay in nature with great community feeling, Tim is so welcoming and makes everyone feel at home.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 9 April 2025
Linde
AustraliaI would definitely recommend staying here! The location is perfect for relaxing, visiting livingston and kayaking. The food is good and the staff friendly. The activities they offer are also great and are organised by the local community.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 5 April 2025
J
NetherlandsI can't describe how great this little slice of heaven on the Rio Dulce is! From the location, the staff, the amazing host Tim, the shared dinners and all the furry mascots. It was perfect! We couldn't be more happy about the time we spend here. Definitely recommend and the only place in Guatemala we would re book in a heartbeat
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 22 March 2025
Daniel
GermanyThank you Tim 😀
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 18 March 2025
Nienke
NetherlandsApparently there were possums in the dorm, but I didn’t stay there.
The location was AMAZING, the food was FANTASTIC, and the staff were really kind
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 14 March 2025
Mateusz
PolandEverything was perfect - location, bungalow, contact and all the meals!
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 9 March 2025
Thomas
GermanyHotelito Perdido lies in the middle of the mangroves of Rio Dulce, that is what makes it special. You get the amenities that you would expect from any other hostel plus the quiet that comes with that location. Theres enough activities to fill at least 5 days, and if that is not enough for you, you can spend the same amount of time just sampling the amazing menu and enjoying Rio Dulce.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 5 March 2025
Möllner
AustriaA little hidden paradise
Stayed in February 2025
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