Castillo de San Felipe de Lara Tours

The fortified walls of Castillo de San Felipe de Lara have helped it survive the test of time. Take in the architecture of this imposing building from a distance or see if there are any tours.

This Livingston fortified complex is a good place to begin your day of sightseeing. There's loads to enjoy nearby, like Rio Dulce Bridge, and Monkey Bay Marina. Take your time at Castillo de San Felipe de Lara before making tracks to these other fine attractions.

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Hilton Guatemala City

Hilton Guatemala City

4.5 out of 5
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Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Guatemala City (GUA)
8.6/10 Excellent! (676 reviews)
Great stay and amazing property

Reviewed on Oct 19, 2025

Aviva Hotel

Aviva Hotel

3 out of 5
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Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Guatemala City (GUA)
9.8/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
Todo perfecto limpio cómodo cilenciosa para descansar vista impresionante a el Lago pero el camino para llegar no está my bonito

Reviewed on Oct 2, 2025

Hotel Soleil La Antigua

Hotel Soleil La Antigua

4 out of 5
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Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Guatemala City (GUA)
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Fue nuestra primera ves en el hotel y lo disfrutamos muy buen servicio todo estuvo excelente

Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025

Popular places to visit

The Backpackers Hotel in Río Dulce is one of the noisiest places I've ever slept in, but there's not denying that the scenery is quite impressive.

Rio Dulce

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Rio Dulce during your travels in Livingston. Wander the marina or discover the area's waterfalls.

Rio Dulce
A great short-cut from Guatemala to Belize. I blogged about this nice trip

Dulce River National Park

Explore the great outdoors at Dulce River National Park, a lovely green space in Livingston. Wander the marina or discover the area's waterfalls.

Dulce River National Park

Rio Dulce Bridge

Rio Dulce Bridge is just one of the places to see in Fronteras, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the marina and beaches while you're in the area.

Rio Dulce Bridge

Monkey Bay Marina

Explore the waterfront in Fronteras with a trip to Monkey Bay Marina. Wander the lakeside and beaches while you're in the area.

Monkey Bay Marina

El Golfete

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at El Golfete during your travels in Livingston. Stroll along the marina or discover the area's waterfalls.

El Golfete

Chocón Machacas Protected Biotope

You can take time to visit Chocón Machacas Protected Biotope during your travels to Livingston. Wander the marina or discover the area's waterfalls.

Chocón Machacas Protected Biotope

Best Lodging Options Near Castillo de San Felipe de Lara

Hotel Mansion del Rio

Hotel Mansion del Rio

3 out of 5
Aldea San Felipe de Lara Livingston Izabal
Hotel Mansion del Rio
CASA CARIBE HOTEL

CASA CARIBE HOTEL

3 out of 5
Frente a Castillo de San Felipe Livingston Izabal
CASA CARIBE HOTEL
Banana Palms Hotel

Banana Palms Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Calle Banana Palms Livingston Izabal
Banana Palms Hotel
Hotel Mi Paraíso Río Dulce

Hotel Mi Paraíso Río Dulce

3 out of 5
Aldea San Felipe de Lara Livingston Izabal
Hotel Mi Paraíso Río Dulce
Hotel Kangaroo y Restaurante

Hotel Kangaroo y Restaurante

2 out of 5
Rio dulce and 2 miles from town Livingston
Hotel Kangaroo y Restaurante
Boatique Hotel and Marina

Boatique Hotel and Marina

3 out of 5
111 Creek Leon Livingston Izabal Department
Boatique Hotel and Marina
Happy Iguana Marina Ecolodge Waterfront Cabin #5, A/C, Starlink, Pool, Sleeps 6

Happy Iguana Marina Ecolodge Waterfront Cabin #5, A/C, Starlink, Pool, Sleeps 6

Rio Dulce, Livingston, Izabal Guatemala
Happy Iguana Marina Ecolodge Waterfront Cabin #5, A/C, Starlink, Pool, Sleeps 6
Happy Iguana Marina Ecolodge Waterfront Cabin #3, A/C, Starlink, Pool, Sleeps 8

Happy Iguana Marina Ecolodge Waterfront Cabin #3, A/C, Starlink, Pool, Sleeps 8

Rio Dulce, Livingston, Izabal Guatemala
Happy Iguana Marina Ecolodge Waterfront Cabin #3, A/C, Starlink, Pool, Sleeps 8
Happy Iguana Marina Ecolodge Waterfront Cabin #2, A/C, Starlink, Pool, Sleeps 8

Happy Iguana Marina Ecolodge Waterfront Cabin #2, A/C, Starlink, Pool, Sleeps 8

Rio Dulce, Livingston, Izabal Guatemala
Happy Iguana Marina Ecolodge Waterfront Cabin #2, A/C, Starlink, Pool, Sleeps 8
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