Las Lagunas Boutique Hotel sits on Laguna Quexil, on the Tayasal side of Lake Petén Itzá, in a private patch of rainforest. The one-storey bungalows were built in 2012 to blend into the trees, and every room is a spacious suite with air conditioning, a sitting area and a balcony or patio. Free breakfast is cooked to order each morning, the Shultun restaurant overlooks the lagoon, and there is a poolside bar. Guests rate the hotel 10 out of 10 across nearly 390 reviews, with staff, setting and breakfast the most praised features.
Location and getting around
The hotel is on the lagoon, a drive of roughly 17 minutes from Flores airport and about 22 minutes from the lake edge and the San Miguel and Tayasal boat landings. Ixpanpajul Natural Park is about 23 minutes away and the Actún Kan caves about 22 minutes. Tikal is a day-trip drive, so arrange your tour or transfer in advance. A round-trip airport shuttle is offered on request for a fee, and you will rely on taxis or tours for sightseeing, since this is a retreat rather than a town base.
Rooms and facilities
The six suite types are all one bedroom and sleep up to three, from lagoon-view suites of about 775 square feet to waterfront master suites of about 914 square feet. In-room touches include a large smart TV, a minibar, a coffee maker, a rainfall shower and premium bedding, and the property mentions private indoor hot tubs.
There are two outdoor pools, including a half-moon infinity pool, a children's pool, and a full-service spa with saunas, a steam room, a hot tub and massages, with reservations required. Guests also mention free bicycles, kayaks, birdwatching trails and a complimentary lagoon boat trip.
Good to know
This is the best fit for couples and anyone who wants a quiet, nature-filled base, but it is not the place for nightlife or for walking to restaurants. A few guests mention patchy WiFi and one noted construction noise during their stay. The property has no elevator, and some services such as the airport shuttle carry surcharges. Pets are not allowed, and the spa is closed to children under 16. Check-in runs from 3 pm to midnight and check-out is before noon, and children under 10 can stay free in existing beds.
Why stay here
- ✓Lagoon-view wooden suites
- ✓Free cooked-to-order breakfast
- ✓Two outdoor pools
- ✓Full-service spa
- ✓Lagoon-view restaurant and bar
- ✓Free bicycles and kayaks
- ✓Nature trails and birdwatching
- ✓Free WiFi
Good questions
Is breakfast included?+
Yes, a free breakfast cooked to order is served each morning. Confirm the current hours when you reserve.
How far is it from Flores airport?+
About 17 minutes by car. The hotel offers a round-trip shuttle on request for a fee.
Is it suitable for children?+
Children are welcome, and up to two under ten can stay free in existing beds. The spa is closed to under-16s.
