Our Restaurant
WE ARE A SOCIAL ENTERPRISE!
The Backpackers Restaurant is situated alongside the emerald waters of the Rio Dulce, Our Restaurant is a brilliant place not only to dine, but to appreciate the beauty and excitement of the area. The atmosphere is casual and many evenings boast live music or DJ style beats and a crowded dance floor.
With good food and good vibes, the Restaurant at Hotel Backpackers is a favourite among the locals and traveler’s alike. Our cuisine combines indigenous dishes with international culinary experience. Breakfast (desayuno) features both traditional Guatemalan dishes like fried plantain, black beans, and eggs as well as American classics like bacon and hash browns. Lunch includes everything from hamburgers to coconut-mango shrimp and chicken quesadillas. Dinner offers a variety of regional dishes that are sure to please everyone in the family! Check out the menu!
WE ENCOURAGE GROUP BOOKINGS. We offer catering and love large groups! For groups of 8 or more, please call ahead and let us know. We also take pre-orders and offer buffet style service for special occasions. Email us for more information.
Address: Rio Dulce, Abajo del Puente, Barrio,
el relleno Rio Dulce, Río Dulce 18021
To see directions on how to get to our Restaurant, click here.
Our Location
Hotel Backpackers and Restaurant help supports the Casa Guatemala Orphanage and School. Every cent you spend here helps us care and educate for over 250 children.
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Backpackers Restaurant is located on the south side of the bridge that spans the river (between El Relleno and Fronteras).
Coming from Guatemala City by Bus
When planning your trip, you will want to fly into the Aurora International Airport in Guatemala City. There are several bus companies that run services from Guatemala City to Rio Dulce and Flores to Rio Dulce. You can take a taxi from the airport to Litegua or Fuente del Norte offices.
Litegua offers a good service. Their office in Guatemala City is located at 15 Calle 10-40 in Zona 1. It takes approximately 6 hours and currently costs Q80. Ask the bus driver to drop you off before the bridge to save walking back across it! You can check departure times at this links: www.litegua.com/horarios.html
Coming from Fronteras to Hotel Backpackers
The Litegua offices are located at the north end of the bridge. It is about a 15 - 20 minute walk to the Hotel from here. Head across the bridge (you can see the Hotel over the left hand side from the bridge) and take the steps on the left at the south end. Walk back along the road at the bottom of the steps towards the river.
A taxi from Fronteras will cost between Q10 and Q20. A tuc tuc will cost Q5 per person and there are many.