About

We are a non profit organization and social enterprise that funds Casa Guatemala; an impoverished region of Rio Dulce supporting over 30 indigenous villages with education, medical and nutritional services.

Backpackers Hotel and Restaurant/Bar is located in the heart of Rio Dulce under the famous bridge, and we are only 5 min ride from the bus station.

Our hostel has basic eco-style accommodations which offer affordable rates, and friendly staff. We also have a beautiful dock for swimming on the river, and also where we book tours/shuttles for our guests to explore the area. We have basic rooms in a beautiful location. We have a book swap area, foyer area with wifi, and free drinking water. We do NOT have a kitchen for our hostel guests at this time. We do have a fridge for our guests to store their food in during their stay. We also make the best Michelada in town, and we have a wall size map of the area so you can plan your next adventure!

Hotel Backpackers Rio Dulce - Terms & Conditions:

Cancellation policy: 1 day before arrival. In case of a late cancellation or No Show, you will be charged the first night of your stay.

Check in from 15:00 to 20:00 .
Check out before 11:00 .

Payment upon arrival by cash.

Taxes included.

Important:

Reception hours: MON-WED 7am-8pm / THURS-SUN 7am-Midnight.
Please note check in must be within those time frames. We only make exceptions for group bookings.

House Rules

Check In

15:00 - 24:00

Check Out

until 12:00

  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Luggage Storage
  • Parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Reception (limited hours)
  • Book Exchange
  • Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
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Reviews

8.6Fabulous(13)
  • Value for Money
    8.7
  • Security
    9.3
  • Atmosphere
    8.7
  • Cleanliness
    8.7
  • Staff
    9.3
  • Location
    7.3
  • Facilities
    8.0
Stayed in Jul 2025
9.7
A
andres
Male, 41+, Argentina
Highly recommended. Great location, price, service!
Stayed in Apr 2025
6.0
T
Tiia
Female, 25-30, Finland
Okay for a one night sleep when arriving or departing from Rio Dulce. A bit of a walk from bus station, but booked this because it is possible to reach by foot. The place is a bit run down and not the cleanest. Hot shower, okay wifi, also in the closest rooms. Super cheap so you wouldn't expect much more from the stay.
Stayed in Nov 2024
4.9
T
Ties
Male, 18-24, Netherlands
Bad facilities but very kind and helpful reception. Bridge as trucks driving over it all night and it therefore close to impossible to sleep
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Location

Abajo del Puente, El Relleno, Rio Dulce, Guatemala
242.7km from city centre