Hotels in Izabal, Guatemala
Izabal is Guatemala's Caribbean gateway, famous for the vast Lake Izabal and the dramatic Rio Dulce river gorge. The tropical climate stays warm year-round at around 27°C (80°F), so you can visit anytime; during the dry season from November to April, take a boat tour past the colonial Castillo de San Felipe, while the rainy season brings lush jungle perfect for spotting howler monkeys and toucans. Don't miss the Garifuna communities like Livingston, where you can hear punta music and try tapado seafood stew.