Hotels in Livingston

Accessible only by boat, Livingston is a Caribbean-flavored departure from the rest of Guatemala. The main draw is its unique Garifuna culture, which fills the air with the sound of punta music and the aroma of coconut-based tapado soup. Days here are spent exploring the seven-altar waterfalls of Siete Altares or taking a lancha up the Rio Dulce to the Castillo de San Felipe. The relaxed, sandy streets have a rhythm entirely their own.

This is a destination for adventurous travelers, backpackers, and couples seeking something off the beaten path. There are no business hotels here. Most visitors stay in the town center to be close to the main strip, El Malecón, and the ferry dock. You arrive via water taxi from Puerto Barrios or Río Dulce Town, and getting around Livingston itself is strictly on foot.

Accommodation is mostly comprised of budget-friendly guesthouses and a few mid-range hotels with local character. On HOTEVI, you'll find options like the riverside Hotel Villa Caribe, the colorful Casa Rosada, the backpacker-friendly Hotel Río Dulce, and the comfortable Hotel Tucán Dugú. Each offers an authentic base to experience this singular corner of the country.