Flores

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Flores featuring fishing and general coastal views as well as a small group of people
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Flores featuring a coastal town
Flores showing general coastal views and boating
Flores

Set on the shores of Lake Petén Itzá, this pretty island town presents a Mediterranean-style charm and is a gateway to the ancient Mayan ruins of Tikal. 

Flores is a captivating town where quaint cobblestone streets wind around a small hill and swaying palm trees stand beside pastel-colored buildings. It’s a place to visit colonial landmarks and take boat trips on the lake’s emerald water. Flores occupies an island called Flores Island and is connected to the mainland by a short causeway.

Flores’ compact size makes it a perfect place to explore on foot. Situated in the heart and highest point of the town is the elegant Catedral de Flores, home to a revered icon of the Black Christ. The cathedral overlooks Parque Central, a great place sit, relax and people-watch. Go to nearby CINCAP Museum to find exhibits on the archaeological sites and ancient cultures of the Petén region. Located in a centuries-old fortress, the museum also houses the handicraft shops of Mayan artisans.

Wander along the quiet streets, which zigzag down toward the lakeshore. The town’s colorful cubist houses conjure up images of a sleepy Caribbean or Mediterranean village. Many of the houses are also cafés, restaurants and hotels. Find one with a rooftop terrace, order a coffee or chicken pepian, a dish with a spicy vegetable and sesame sauce, and enjoy uninterrupted lake views.

Go to the waterfront, where a promenade travels around the town’s perimeter. Take a refreshing swim in the warm lake water. At the town’s pier boats depart regularly on tours of Lake Petén Itzá. Spot macaws, ocelots, pumas and spider monkeys at Zoologico Penecito and visit the small community of San Miguel. Rent a kayak and explore the lake at your own pace.

Flores is a 15-minute drive from Mundo Maya International Airport, which receives flights from Guatemala City and Belize City. You’ll find guesthouses, hostels and hotels to suit all budgets. Alternatively, stay in Santa Elena, Flores’ sister town situated across the causeway.

Don’t miss the chance to visit Tikal National Park, a vast jungle home to the ruins of an ancient Mayan city. It’s just a 1-hour bus ride from Flores.

Hotel Casona del Lago

Hotel Casona del Lago

3.5 out of 5
Calle Litoral, Flores, Peten
$78 nightly
The price is $96 total per night from Jul 17 to Jul 18
$96 total
Jul 17 - Jul 18
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Flores. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Central Park and Maya Mall are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (256 reviews)
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"The Hotel was good, the staff went out of the way to accommodate 4 couples since our flight arrived early. The breakfast was excellent. The lake view was great."

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

Hotel Casona del Lago
Jungle Lodge Hotel

Jungle Lodge Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Parque Nacional Tikal, Flores
$127 nightly
The price is $155 total per night from Jul 19 to Jul 20
$155 total
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Flores. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (554 reviews)
"LA EXPERIENCIA ES INTERESANTE AUNQUE LAS HABITACIONES NO CUENTAN CON AIRE ACONDICIONADO, POR LAS POLITICAS AMBIENTALES."

Reviewed on Jul 12, 2025

Jungle Lodge Hotel
Hotel Villa Maya

Hotel Villa Maya

3 out of 5
Laguna Petenchel, Santa Elena Petén, Flores, Peten
$95 nightly
The price is $115 total per night from Aug 5 to Aug 6
$115 total
Aug 5 - Aug 6
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Flores. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (161 reviews)
"Very peaceful and preserve place. The nature is just beautiful."

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2025

Hotel Villa Maya
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Hostted

Hostted

2.5 out of 5
Calle 30 de Junio, Flores, Petén
Stay at this apartment in Flores. Enjoy free WiFi, Netflix, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Flores Dock and Church of Our Lady of the Remedies are ...
8/10 Very Good! (10 reviews)
"The room is clean and comfortable. It has restaurants and grocery around the building. The host send me the passwords of the doors in the same day of my arrival. My only comment is they can add some label or sign on the door so that I can easily identify which door to open. They have 4 front doors ..."

Reviewed on Nov 30, 2024

Hostted
House Valencia 5

House Valencia 5

Flores
Stay at this vacation home in Flores. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Central Park and Maya Mall are located ...
"😐"

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2023

House Valencia 5
Casa Nefertari

Casa Nefertari

2 out of 5
Flores
Stay at this vacation home in Flores. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Central Park and Maya Mall are located ...
Casa Nefertari
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