Tortugal Boutique River Lodge
Between the Bridge and Castillo San Felipe on Shore of the Rio Dulce
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15 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
15 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
Why people book this hotel
“The owner, and the staff, were very kind”
“Staff was wonderful”
“My bungalow was comfortable and had the necessary amenities”
“The breakfast was good, the room was comfortable, lean and with an excellent ho…”
“Beautiful surroundings and walking distance to Rio Dulce”
“The only downside was the traffic noise from the bridge nearby”
“Bungalows are clean, spacious, and well equipped until the last details”
“The room was very clean, spacious and comfortable”
“Breakfast and dinner were also great and the staff was really nice and helpful”
“Really nice room, great shower, good breakfast and food”
“Nice rooms, great vibe, free drinking water, excellent staff, good Restaurant (a…”
Overview
In the Rio Dulce river near a 16th century castle the Tortugal Boutique River Lodge peninsula is bathed by almost constant on shore breezes providing a cool and refreshing place. This special location upriver from the village and bridge gives the pleasure of clean water for swimming in the deliciously reviving Rio Dulce. A nicely located diving platform leads to the floating sun deck thoughtfully furnished with comfortable loungers providing the ideal place to watch river traffic going by. Fiber optic wifi throughout. Free vehicle parking and pickup at parking lot or municipal dock. Use of our kayaks, water refills no extra charge. Library, homemade food, dog to pet. All rooms have views of either the river or the jungle. All rooms except El Ranchito have a private bathroom. Certain units have a seating area where you can relax. Rooms are kept cool with overhead fans and thick native roofs.
Traveller reviews
Péter
solo_traveller
April 28, 2026
“Perfect, chill out place, with excellent kitchen!”
Beautiful accomodation in the riverside. Bungalows are clean, spacious, and well equipped until the last details. This is a good example for doing the best, not just sufficient. The food is exceptional! There is an option for a river cruise on demand. The owner, and the staff, were very kind. Definitely recommended!
Péter
solo_traveller
April 28, 2026
“Perfect, chill out place, with excellent kitchen!”
Beautiful accomodation in the riverside. Bungalows are clean, spacious, and well equipped until the last details. This is a good example for doing the best, not just sufficient. The food is exceptional! There is an option for a river cruise on demand. The owner, and the staff, were very kind. Definitely recommended!
Janice
solo_traveller
April 10, 2026
“Beautiful and Accessible”
Beautiful surroundings and walking distance to Rio Dulce. Staff was wonderful.
Natacha
couple
April 2, 2026
“Great stay, delicious food and a lovely host”
We only stayed one night at Tortugal, but we really enjoyed our time there. Angela, the owner, is an absolute gem, so kind, welcoming, and attentive. She really makes you feel at home. The food was fantastic. We had the seafood soup and it was incredibly flavorful, rich and satisfying. We stayed in bungalow 3, which has a beautiful direct view of the lake. The room was very clean, spacious and comfortable. The shower had excellent hot water and the terrace was easily one of the best parts of the stay. The only downside was the traffic noise from the bridge nearby. If you’re a light sleeper, bringing earplugs is a must. We’d happily stay here again and would definitely recommend it.
Martina Notarp
solo_traveller
March 14, 2026
My bungalow was comfortable and had the necessary amenities. Breakfast and dinner were also great and the staff was really nice and helpful.
Paul
solo_traveller
February 26, 2026
“A perfect place to stay on the river in great comfort and a super host.”
Great position on the water, friendly staff and a great manager in Angela. The breakfast was good, the room was comfortable, lean and with an excellent hot shower.
Ian
couple
February 26, 2026
“Recommend unless you want somewhere shiny and new”
Lovely spot. Super food. Excellent staff, led by the wonderful Angela who was incredibly helpful. Clean. Comfy bed in a big room. Hot shower
en
couple
February 17, 2026
Angelina (front desk )was great, helped us with trips, and even r got us meds. Ken and Andrew say a big THANK YOU !!!!
John
couple
February 12, 2026
“Great hotel for a short stay”
Lovely setting on the river. Good food and friendly staff.
Aaron
family_with_children
February 11, 2026
“Fabulous place!”
Gorgeous place, super staff, fabulous food, and big, comfy rooms.
Dawn
solo_traveller
February 7, 2026
Angela and Leo and the staff were fantastic.We felt really cared for. Angela completely organised us with the boat tour to Livingstone ( fantastic trip but personally I would not recommend Livingstone overnight) The food at the hotel is good. One of the best customer care was the shuttle to Flores was delayed by 3 hours. Leo informed us of the delay in the morning and said to use the room longer saving us 3 hours at the meeting point in Rio Dulce. The rooms are clean and insect proof. There is a lovely walk through the plantation at the back of the property and about an hours walk to the castle. The staff make this a special place
Harry (Netherlands)
solo_traveller
January 26, 2026
“Perfect place to stay in Rio Dulce”
Perfect place to stay at the river. Clean and comfortable rooms, nice shower, good wifi. The staff is really nice and helpful. Especially Angela, who gave a lot of recommendations about tours, also to nice locations which you can visit with local transport. It’s also one the few accomodations you can leave and enter by foot, in the back there is a path that leads toto the main road, through mangroves and a plantation. Also a good restaurant with nice views. They have free pickup and dropping you at arrival/departure in town.
Teun
couple
January 21, 2026
Great room, nice location, good food and really friendly and helpful people
ROBERTO
couple
January 21, 2026
Great stay at Tortugal!!! Really nice room, great shower, good breakfast and food. And finallly Angela and the rest of the staff are amazing! Definitely the place to stay if in Rio Dulce
Adriana
couple
January 10, 2026
Nice hotel by the water. We stayed in a nicely decorated bungalow by the water with a nice balcony where you really feel like in the jungle with all the nature sounds. Nice and helpful staff that help us move around with their boat. The food of the restaurant is very tasty.
Thomas D.
couple
January 3, 2026
“Just excellent food, our room, bed etc in wonderful surroundings on the Rio Dulce. We were so well taken care of - recom”
Superb service, extremely helpful with accommodating our travel inquiries before, during and after our stay. Bar and restaurant closes quite early which means peace and quiet in the nights.
Michal
extended_group
December 4, 2025
“Angela is the best!!!”
Angela is the best!!!
Franciscus
family_with_children
December 4, 2025
The friendly people who work there
Marcel
couple
November 28, 2025
Nice rooms, great vibe, free drinking water, excellent staff, good Restaurant (although a little bit pricey), beautiful location, mosquito protected rooms
Edith
couple
May 11, 2025
“Perfect stay on the river”
Everything but the friendly staf is a highlight. Angela and the rest of the staff where supernice including the two cuddley giants of dogs
Facilities
Activities
Canoeing, Hiking, Water sport facilities on site
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Kid meals, Special diet menus (on request), Wine/champagne, Snack bar, Restaurant, Bar, Coffee house on site, Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Non-smoking throughout, Designated smoking area
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Garden, Terrace, Sun terrace, Outdoor furniture, Picnic area
Parking
Private parking, Accessible parking, Parking
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Pool and wellness
Sun loungers or beach chairs
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals
Self check-in
Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive, Check-in kiosk in the lobby
Services
Shuttle service, Shuttle service (additional charge), Airport shuttle (additional charge), Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping, Airport shuttle, Laundry, 24-hour front desk, Meeting/banquet facilities, Packed lunches, Tour desk, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage
Transport
Public transport tickets, Airport pick up, Airport drop off
Family Room with Balcony
This two bedroom suite in the spanish colonial style offers a covered outdoor living area with views of the river, and working areas. The master bedroom has a queen bed; the second bedroom two individual beds; each bedroom with a window seat. The bathroom has a bathtub, separate shower and bidet. Fiber optic wifi.
Double Room with Two Double Beds
This room features a private entrance, a table and chairs. The room overlooks a pond and trees. This room has a private bathroom. Fiber optic wifi
Double Room with Two Double Beds
This downstairs room features a private entrance, two double beds, large table and private bathroom. This room overlooks river and grounds. Fiber optic wifi
Loft with Shared Bathroom
This building is actually in the Rio Dulce!! Every bed is in its own alcove furnished with a mosquito net and fan and a reading light. Each alcove is open to the river or trees below. Shared bathrooms are downstairs. Fiber optic wifi
Two-Bedroom Suite
This two bedroom suite offers an upstairs entry and separate rooms. One room is furnished with a queen bed. The entry room is furnished with two single beds and a bathroom. The suite is light and airy with a small balcony accessible from the master bedroom at treetop level. Fiber optic wifi.
Two-Bedroom Suite with Resort View
This two Bedroom Suite with Living Area and Resort View, airy opens into the living area overlooking trees, furnished with comfortable seating, large enough to host a small group. Each bedroom of the two bedroom suite has screens and a fan. One room is furnished with a queen bed the other with two single beds. Both rooms have a chair and rack for clothing. The private bathroom is clean and spacious. Fiber optic wifi.
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