I stayed on the grounds so there was not much around the...
I stayed on the grounds so there was not much around the area. Tikal was so rich with history and culture of the Mayans. Going to the museums in the park first is helpful to prepare you for what you will see at the ruins and why. The ruins were beautiful despite a lot of them not being excavated yet . Climbing to the top of the dome the ruins was breathtaking to be able to see what they saw. My tour guide was excellent and knew so many things outside of what the signs explained which made the trip more enjoyable.
Theresa
United States of America
10
Scored 10
Tikal is amazing. The structures and views are incredible.
Tikal is amazing. The structures and views are incredible. The history is unique and interesting.
The area is confusing, but just walking the paths is delightful. Listen for the wildlife. Learn to recognize the structures that are not yet excavated. Align the maps they give/sell you, to navigate more easily.
Guided tours have two costs: tour fee and guide fee. This was a surprise when we settled up at the end. Be sure to ask for total costs.
Ortega
Costa Rica
10
Scored 10
BEWARE OF THE TOURIST GUIDES (Tikal or the rest of Guatemala...
BEWARE OF THE TOURIST GUIDES (Tikal or the rest of Guatemala)!!! they propose some very expensive visit on Tikal ($70...50....more or less) there is no published rates....so they do what they want...and they want money.
ticket to Tikal is 150 Quetzal if you are a foreigner and 100Q if you are from Guatemala, that you must pay in cash to a bank ( BANRURAL).... and you get no receipt for that!!!
pascal
France
10
Scored 10
Tikal Was amazing. The ruins were very cool.
Tikal Was amazing. The ruins were very cool. Many people like to rent a tour guide and they do give you some cool history and educational facts but I loved going in free solo. I was able to explore the ruins on my own time and go to all the different ones I wanted. It might be a good idea to buy a map of the place because there is not a lot of direction signs.
Michael
United States of America
10
Scored 10
Avoid the middle of the day, 11 am to 2 pm.
Avoid the middle of the day, 11 am to 2 pm. That's when it can be oppressively hot and when there are the most tourists. We took an early morning flight from Guatemala City, then a shuttle from the airport at Flores to the Jungle Lodge. But instead of going directly into the park, we had lunch and took a nap. That way we missed the heat and the people and could wander through the park until sundown. Then we did the reverse in the morning: we got going at 6 AM (no breakfast available that early, so plan ahead) and had the park to ourselves and saw it in morning fog and light, and then returned about noon for another nap before taking an evening flight back to Guatemala City. We had several hours at the Flores airport, so we took a Tuktuk to the city itself and a quick boat ride around the island at sunset. Lovely!
Craig
United States of America
10
Scored 10
Extraordinary ruins.
Extraordinary ruins. Saw plenty of wildlife, one of my favorite parts.
The dawn walk begins at 4:30 am and lasts 4 hours. Mostly wildlife viewing and sunrise. The evening walk which requires a guide involves climbing a big pyramid in the dark and watching sunset and star viewing.
For the elderly or less physically capable, the park operates a truck every 15 minutes from a tienda just inside the gate. It operates 9-3 and takes you to Central Plaza (and back).
Beautiful, aesthetically furnished, excellent staff, extremely clean, excellent location that could not be better. Tours offered at great price. Pick up and drop to Flores at reasonable cost was helpful. I think this is the best way to see Tikal. Tikal is such a beautiful place that it would be a pity not to stay within the forest to experience it and Tikal lodge is one of two properties that is within the forest area
The staff were amazing! A great introduction upon arrival and they just kept it up. They were very caring when one of us got a bad stomach on the last day. The hotel has a restaurant, which is very nice, and even though we ate there 6 times. The pool area is nice (as the pictures), bedroom very nice and clean. In general very up to standards, would definitely stay there again if we ever go to Tikal
The best location for visiting Tikal. Right next to the park entrance, can sometimes hear the howler monkeys at night. We had one day with no tours and were able to walk into the park and leave the park whenever we wanted. Rooms are simple but clean. Food was great at the restaurant.
A very spacious room and clean in a good locations. The location is really exceptional, the entrance of the national park is 3 minutes on foot and the animals are just a few meters away from your doorstep. It is really worth to spend the night here before/after visiting Tikal
Everything. Especially the Hollar monkeys at night. Hotels in the park at Tikal are off the grid. Electricity is supplied by generator, our hotel turned on the generator for a few hours after sunset and after sunrise, not an issue for us, bring flashlights.
It's a privilege to stay this close to the ruins of Tikal. The Jaguar Inn is a lovely and comfortable place. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The food was very tasty and plenty to choose from. Highly recommend and I would stay here again!
What didn’t we like? The hotel is in the middle of the jungle. You could see the monkeys and bird from the swimming pool. You go to bed and wake up with the jungle noises, it really is an experience. With a two minutes walk you are in Tikal.
Located right next to entrance of Tikal, super convenient, receptionists speak fluent English, WiFi is surprisingly very smooth since hotel located in the jungle, restaurants offer large variety of food and my favorite is the pasta and fries
SPLENDID LOCATION
The location is superb and surrounded by nature. Staff is helpful and discreet. Architecture is tasteful and delicate. Hotel is kept clean. Right next to the entrance of Tikal, perfect to visit.
Lovely place, recently renovated, great location for visiting Tikal, nice room, very clean. Loved hearing the birds and howler monkeys (they are loud) at night. Loved that there were screens on the windows!
the staff - tour guides were first class, super helpful! and the location too, so close to Tikal National Park - great to be able to come back and rest and go back for sunset tour.
The property was close to the park. Great staff, food, bar, pool, and wildlife everywhere! I booked a tour of Tikal through the hotel and the tour leader Jose Luis was excellent
Walking distance to the national park. Beautiful garden and pool area. Spacious room and good wifi. Good staff. Shared shuttle worked well and staff provided various options.
Excellent location just a short walks from Tikal park. The hotel has their own guides at a reasonable cost, and well worth it. Nice pool to relax after the park tour.
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