Banana Palms

Description:

• This is the most luxurious option in the Río Dulce and Lago Izabal region. The hotel is actually several miles outside of Fronteras, set on a lovely section of the lakeshore and very close to El Castillo de San Felipe. Each room, all very large suites, is equipped with a kitchenette, sitting room, and spacious bedroom with two queen-size beds. The second-floor deluxe units each have an outdoor Jacuzzi on their open-air deck, and some of these have excellent views of the lake. The grounds are beautiful, with lush gardens and a pretty walkway along the lakeshore. The large pool features a volleyball net and a separate children's pool. There's also a game room by the lake with a Ping-Pong table, pool table, and foosball; an outdoor basketball court; and private marina with motor boats and kayaks for hire.

• © Frommer's 2013

Awards:

Frommer's

•  Recommended 2010