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About this property
Beachfront and Sun Terrace: El Retiro Lanquin in Lanquín offers direct beachfront access and a sun terrace. Guests can relax in the lush garden or enjoy meals at the on-site restaurant and bar. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Comfortable Accommodations: The hostel features air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, balconies, and garden or pool views. Additional amenities include a lounge, outdoor fireplace, and picnic area. Free on-site private parking is provided for guests’ convenience. Local Attractions: Semuc Champey and Blue Hole are both 9.3 mi away. La Aurora Airport is 141 mi from the property. Guests appreciate the restaurant, tour service, and convenient location.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Beachfront
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Guy
Israel“beautiful resort on the river bank with in about 20 min drive from Semuc Champey. The communal area / restaurant in near the pool and great for chill and dine. the staff is super helpful and nice.”
Amit
Israel“Great view of the river, staff are really nice and helpful, nice breakfast”- Si
United States“Very tranquil & relaxing settings, right by the river. All the staff were very sweet and nice. Cute, breezy, airy restaurant hangout area. Food was decent quality.” - Bethany
United States“Excellent stay. Spent 4 nights here and could have spent longer. Everything I ate was good. Social atmosphere and the shuttle they booked me to Antigua was great. Free drinking water and a great swimming hole. If you don't have a room with AC,...” - J
Netherlands“Retiro is a little slice of heaven. The location is amazing, next to the river. The rooms are big, although could use an upgrade - the beds are old and the shower could use an fix. Rest of the amenities were fine. Good choices of food and drinks....” - Yuval
Israel“The grounds are beautiful, well kept, the riverside location is absolutely amazing! Super place to chill down, with gorgeous nature around you. Great food and drinks at the restaurant! Staff was sooo nice and cute all the time 🥰” - Pamela
United States“Everything. Right on the river. Exceptional staff! Clean enough even in shared bathroom. Pool was clean. Restaurant staff was great. Tour guides amazing!” - Deborah
Costa Rica“River access and a pool Good restaurant Comfortable rooms” - Bar
Israel“Staff was exceptional They had a free driver waiting for us at the bus station and I forgot my headphones the day earlier in breakfast and they approached me and brought them back few days later” - David
Israel“Great restaurant, pool and location near the river, the staff was super nice”
Area info
House rules
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
The fine print
Please note that a nearby school offers WiFi connection at an extra cost.
Paying with credit card has a surcharge of 5%.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform El Retiro Lanquin of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travelers on dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be canceled on arrival.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.