Hotel Gringo Perdido, nestled in a national park, offers a serene escape with its garden and library. Take advantage of the cycling trails nearby or unwind at the arcade/game room and bar. Guests rave about the on-site spa services.
Carretera Principal - San Andrés, 3 KM, San Jose Peten, Peten, 17022
What's nearby
Biotopo Cerro Cahui - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Lake Petén Itzá - 7 min drive - 3.5 km
Getting around
Flores (FRS-Mundo Maya Intl.) - 39 min drive
Restaurants
Restaurante Gonzalez - 9 min drive
Restaurante Doña Mari - 6 min drive
Las Orquideas - 4 min drive
El Muelle - 6 min drive
Ernesto Hotel Y Restaurante - 4 min drive
About this property
Hotel Gringo Perdido
Enjoy your visit to San Jose Peten with a stay at Hotel Gringo Perdido. After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights include a children's pool and a garden.
At a glance
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Hotel size
21 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets stay free (dogs only)
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free secured onsite self parking
Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
Onsite parking limited
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Water dispenser
Traveling with children
Children's pool
Trampoline
What to do
On a private beach
Ecotours nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Ziplining nearby
Fishing nearby
Working away
Meeting rooms
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Bicycle rentals
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Library
An outdoor pool
Arcade/game room
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Home comfort
Ceiling fan
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 8 for adults and USD 8 for children
Parking
RV/bus/truck parking is available for an extra charge
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
HOTEL GRINGO PERDIDO El Remate
GRINGO PERDIDO El Remate
GRINGO PERDIDO
Hotel Gringo Perdido Hotel
Hotel Gringo Perdido San Jose Peten
Hotel Gringo Perdido Hotel San Jose Peten
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Hotel Gringo Perdido?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Gringo Perdido?
Yes, dogs stay free.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Gringo Perdido?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited. RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Gringo Perdido?
Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Hotel Gringo Perdido and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like fishing, hiking, and horseback riding. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a private beach and an arcade. Hotel Gringo Perdido also has a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Gringo Perdido?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Hotel Gringo Perdido like?
Hotel Gringo Perdido is located a short 5-minute walk from Biotopo Cerro Cahui.
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Reviews
Hotel Gringo Perdido Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
9.8
Cleanliness
10
Amenities
9.8
Staff & service
9.8
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was delicious and a highlight of the stay, with some guests even receiving packed breakfast to go for early departures. (4 reviews)
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 24, 2026
Beautiful hotel, super friendly and helpful staff. We had the best time and loved the chill vibes
Irene Viviana
Irene Viviana, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 23, 2024
Great Place
Great place to stay. Clean, staff was very professional. The view was amazing.
Julio
Julio, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 14, 2025
Excellent stay with high attention to detail and a staff super willing to make us feel amazing! We arrived late and they saved dinner for us!!!! Loved it and will be back for sure!!!
ANDRÉS
ANDRÉS, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 8, 2024
Beautiful property! Friendly staff. Delicious food. Wish we could have stayed longer!
Jeannie
Jeannie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 13, 2025
beautiful location on a lake. you could jump in the water from the dock whenever you wanted.
Denis
Denis, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 19, 2024
We absolutely loved everything about this Hotel. We love quiet peaceful places and this was perfect! We will definitely go back. It is also only 30 minutes from Tikal and 30 minutes to Flores. Close to the airpoert too.
Liza
Liza, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 6, 2024
It is a little hidden but it is amazing.
Sigfrido
Sigfrido, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 5, 2024
The Gringo Perdido will go down as one of my all-time favorite places to stay. It is in a beautiful location, has helpful/friendly staff, provides amazing food, great recreation activities, and some of the best coffee I have ever had (and it is included). I cannot say enough good things about the Gringo Perdido and cannot wait to bring more people here in the future!
Josh
Josh, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 18, 2024
We stayed here for two days. Absolutely gorgeous! From the wildlife and views, to the food and relaxation. This spot was a 10/10! Would recommend to anybody!
dora m
dora m, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 25, 2024
Very peaceful relaxing getaway if you like to be by the water. Breakfast and dinner included with reservations and was delicious. Service amazing. Be careful at night the howler monkeys might alarm you while sleeping.
Jenny
Jenny, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 5, 2024
Gringo Perdido is a true slice of paradise—a perfect escape for both relaxation and adventure. Nestled amid the lush beauty of the Mayan landscape, on a serene lake, the resort is the perfect home away from home. The rooms are clean and comfortable and the meals are always fresh and delicious. The amazing staff (including the furry friends!) make this place even more special. This is a place we continue to day dream about and love to return to. Cannot recommend this place enough!
Kelli
Kelli, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 18, 2025
This hotel has exceeded all my expectations. It is truly a hidden gem. The prices are reasonable, the rooms are clean with all necessary modern amenities, yet seem set in the past with beautiful views from private patios overlooking the picturesque lake and rainforest. I've stayed in a luxury suite comparable to any 5 star hotel in the U.S., almost too nice for me yet still affordable, and I moved to a smaller bungalow with a nice view, more reminiscent of rooms I stayed in years ago, as I've extended my stay for a couple more weeks. The food is incredible and even plated and prepared as though by top restauranteurs in the city. The management and staff are very friendy and the grounds are well groomed yet retain the natural beauty of the Peten rainforest. It will be difficult to leave this paradise.
Anthony
Anthony, 14-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 14, 2025
Unique lakeside resort for every budget
We loved everything about this small boutique resort hotel. Excellent food is served in the restaurant, great service from the staff. My only complaint is that Antonella the cute black kitty cat is way too trusting and follows the guests into the room --- someone is going to kidnap her and take her home (as a souvenir, hahaha).
The property has a variety of room types and prices vary enough so it's affordable for the hippies and backpackers with children, yet there are some private suites and bungalows for a more upscale experience.
The saddest part about coming here is having to leave this place!
Matthew
Matthew, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 27, 2024
I recently stayed at this hotel and had an amazing experience. The amenities were fantastic, exceeding all my expectations. The photos online don’t do justice to how beautiful and well-maintained the property is. The food was delicious, and the bartender was exceptional, crafting some of the best drinks I’ve ever had.
One of the highlights of our stay was the thoughtful gesture of packing our breakfast to go since we had an early departure for a trip to Tikal. This level of service truly sets this hotel apart.
I would absolutely recommend this hidden gem to anyone looking for a memorable stay. A special shoutout to Lola
Emma
Emma, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 16, 2025
Hotel Gringo Perdido was a truly great place to stay during our 3-day trip to Tikal and other historical sites. The asphalted road leading to the entrance of HGP is probably the best road in the area as it was recently poured and a second pouring is scheduled soon. The HGP staff were very welcoming and informed us of the complimentary breakfast as well as the complimentary dinner. All the meals we had were delicious, well prepared and presented, and very healthy. We stayed in Suite # 1 and it was very clean, however, there was no television for late night or early morning news viewing. But we did not come this way to watch television so it was not a deal breaker. The pool, the lake, and the beautiful view of the Peten Itza Lake was breathtaking. The suite had two heavy duty hammocks which were very comfortable. The owners created this hotel with everything in mind. I would definitely recommend Hotel Gringo Perdido to be the location of your visit.
Brandon
Brandon, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 3, 2024
Hotel Gringo Perdido is an absolute gem, it is a beautiful yet small hotel right in Lake Peten built within nature. It was so serene & peaceful, absolutely silent from 9pm, and I had the most unbelievable sleeps of my life. The only downsides are that you are very remotely located far from Flores where there are restaurants & boats to take for cheap around the area are and to get there is very inconvenient, either taxi for $50 each way or colectivo/bus with locals which either shows up every 10min or every hour or so, it’s not clear which it will be. Also limited dining at the hotel, only one option for breakfast & dinner each day…a little challenging if you follow a particular diet. But despite these inconveniences I would absolutely stay here again & recommend to friends, the setting more than makes up for things. Also just keep in mind there isn’t a whole lot “to do” here besides relax.
Michelle
Michelle, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 2, 2024
Overall there is good value for money, however, there were a few unpleasant inconveniences. First was that our room supposedly had a private dock but people kept passing by and even staying in our area so it didn't feel too private, even once when coming out of the shower I found people in front of the door to the dock, even with the drapes closed it felt very invasive. The other one was that there was no hot water at the shower and they said they would send someone from the staff to fix it but no one showed up. The third one was that on one breakfast we had a hair in our food, so they replaced the whole plate and then after asking for a coffee they served it on a mug that didn't look clean. Besides from that the experience was good, the staff was mostly friendly, the food was tasty, the ambiance was relaxing and joyful, and the facilities are great.
Erick
Erick, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 15, 2026
Gorgeous view of the Petén lake, tasty food, helpful and friendly staff.
Julia
Julia, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 10, 2026
Unbelievably beautiful property
Alexandra
Alexandra, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 2, 2026
Clean room, staff, all things on the lake.
Nikola
Nikola, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 3, 2024
Great place and location
Tulio
Tulio, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 17, 2026
Gringo Perdido was an incredible stay. Breakfast and dinner were included, which was a huge bonus after long days exploring. The property itself is beautiful—swim-up pool, lake access, hammocks throughout the property, and plenty of quiet spaces to relax and unwind.
They also have a full-service spa, and the hotel coordinated all of our transportation and excursions, which made everything seamless.
Customer service was top notch. Our room was clean, comfortable, and serviced daily. We arrived very late our first night, and they even brought dinner to our room so we wouldn’t miss the meal.
This is the perfect place to disconnect. It’s ideal for couples and small families looking for a peaceful getaway. Definitely not a party scene, but rather a place to slow down, relax, and take in the beauty of Lake Petén Itzá.
If you’re visiting Petén or heading to Tikal, this is a fantastic place to stay. Highly recommend.
Sylvia
Sylvia, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 2, 2024
This was our first time here and we absolutely loved it!