Jungle Lodge Tikal is a historic hotel founded within the first archaeological camp of Tikal, in addition to standard rooms, suites and bungalows, offers a version perfect for travelers seeking adventure without sacrificing comfort. The “Exploration Headquarters” are the original rooms of the archaeologists who studied Tikal in the 50s. Their contemporary rustic style and open spaces invite you to relax at the end of the journey and live an amazing environment. They have a small wardrobe, tiled floors and a shared bathroom with free amenities. Most of the rooms have views of the gardens and access to all the hotel amenities too. The hotel has a swimming pool, beautiful gardens, restaurants, bars and a lounge area.The service of frontdesk is open since 6:00 am to 22:00 hrs here you can coordinate many activities special like: hiking, tours in the National Park Tikal and others. We are fortunate guardians and protectors of the Tikal National Park and we respect the standards established by the Ministry of Culture of Guatemala, limiting the use of electrical generators within the park, the schedules established with an electricity supply that operates during the following hours: 5:30 to 8:00 AM, 13:00 to 15:00 and 17:00 to 22:00 PM The hotel has free wifi internet service in common areas: reception and pool Jungle Lodge Tikal Hostel It's a 0.6 mi from the Central Plaza of city of Tikal and is surrounded by nature in all its splendor. It is located 1 hour from Mundo Maya international airport, Santa Elena Petén.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Private parking at the hotel


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

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Staff
8.6
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
7.9
Location
9.7
Free Wifi
6.5
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Jessica
    United States of America United States of America
    Great location, right inside the Tikal National Park! If you don't purchase your Tikal tickets ahead of time, ask the hotel van driver to stop at the park entrance gate so you can purchase them then. The park entrance gate is 17Km away from the...
  • Jhony
    United States of America United States of America
    Great location, right at the entrance of Tikal. The food was also very good. I also appreciated that the staff helped me get the entry tickets for Tikal. Would totally recommend it to travelers who are looking to make the most of Tikal in 1 day .
  • Jade
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Amazing location and lovely, simple rooms. It was great to be right inside the park (a few minutes' walk from the entrance) and to make use of the pool. The showers were good and we always found them very clean. The restaurant is okay, more...
  • Daritza
    United States of America United States of America
    This place is amazing, right inside the park, restaurant in house, the staff is really nice, Juan and Orquídea are the best. The pool was nice and has a bar as well. The hotel has a Theater room and some games. I stayed in the Hostal side and the...
  • Cesar
    United States of America United States of America
    Loved the onsite restaurant as well as the vegetation here. The shared bathroom and shower were not a problem either since they were cleaned regularly. The little bar area was vibey and the pool area was nice and relaxing as well.
  • Elizabeth
    United States of America United States of America
    Beautiful amenities in the middle of the jungle. Upscale reception, restaurant, bar, and game room with theater seating. We stayed in a hostel room which was plenty of space for one night and had a great ceiling fan. Shared bathroom was lovely...
  • Frank
    United States of America United States of America
    The property was close to the park. Great staff, food, bar, pool, and wildlife everywhere! I booked a tour of Tikal through the hotel and the tour leader Jose Luis was excellent
  • Felipe
    Colombia Colombia
    1. The facilities and rooms were impeccably clean, even for a hostel with shared bathrooms. The bathroom facilities and showers were maintained to a high standard of cleanliness. 2. Nestled amidst the jungle within Tikal National Park, this...
  • Todd
    United States of America United States of America
    The best location for visiting Tikal. Right next to the park entrance, can sometimes hear the howler monkeys at night. We had one day with no tours and were able to walk into the park and leave the park whenever we wanted. Rooms are simple but...
  • Laura
    United States of America United States of America
    It was incredible to stay with in the National Park. Being able to do the sunset and sunrise hikes was amazing! The guides were great!

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Panela
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional

Amenities of Jungle Lodge Tikal Hostal
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular amenities

  • 2 swimming pools
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Private Parking
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shared toilet
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shared bathroom

Bedroom

  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • Garden view

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Patio
  • Garden

Room Amenities

  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Happy hour
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Hiking
    Additional charge
  • Pool table
  • Game room

Living Area

  • Dining area
  • Sitting area

Food & Drink

  • Wine/Champagne
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar

Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed) and charges may apply.

    Front Desk Services

    • Private check-in/out
    • Concierge
    • Tour desk
    • 24-hour front desk

    Entertainment & Family Services

    • Indoor play area
    • Board games/Puzzles

    Cleaning Services

    • Daily housekeeping

    Business Facilities

    • Meeting/Banquet facilities

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • 24-hour security
    • Safe

    General

    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Designated smoking area
    • Smoke-free property
    • Mosquito net
    • Packed lunches
    • Fan
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms

    2 swimming pools

    Pool 1 – indoorFree!

    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Pool/Beach towels
    • Pool bar

    Pool 2 – outdoor

    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Pool/Beach towels
    • Pool bar

    Spa

    • Beach umbrellas
    • Public Bath

    Languages Spoken

    • English
    • Spanish

    House rules
    Jungle Lodge Tikal Hostal takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 3:00 PM
    Check-out
    Until 11:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Accepted payment methods
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    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please note electricity runs during the following hours only:

    - 05:30 am to 08:00 am

    - 13:00 pm to 15:00 pm

    - 17:00 pm to 22:00 pm

    FAQs about Jungle Lodge Tikal Hostal

    • Room options at Jungle Lodge Tikal Hostal include:

      • Twin
      • Double

    • Jungle Lodge Tikal Hostal has 1 restaurant:

      • Panela

    • The prices at Jungle Lodge Tikal Hostal may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Jungle Lodge Tikal Hostal is 350 feet from the center of Tikal. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Jungle Lodge Tikal Hostal is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • Jungle Lodge Tikal Hostal offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
      • Pool table
      • Game room
      • Walking tours
      • Swimming pool
      • Happy hour
      • Public Bath