Island vacation rentals in Central America

TRIP OF A LIFETIME! WOW! Just WOW! What can I say about Fort Morgan Cay, Islas de las Bahía and Mark & Julie that has not already been said? The island is breathtaking! Exactly like the photos but better! The staff is A+! The food was fresh & delicious! Mark was our host as Julie was sick during our stay in Feb 2024 and I feel like we made a lifetime friend even though we will probably never see him again, lol. His service did not skip a beat. He was extremely communicative prior to and during the trip. We always knew what to expect and were well informed. We celebrated my husband's 40th birthday here and I paid for almost ALL of the extras...sand sculpture, fire dancers, fireworks, snorkeling at Pigeon Cay, tour of local villages and mangroves, day tour of Roatan...Trust me it's worth it! For a full video recap check out my pinned stories @e.j.appleton

We very much enjoyed our stay. The caretaker, Steven was very responsive and helpful. He went out of his way to take us to the grocery, a kayak tour, and arrange for transportation so we could enjoy a nearby resort. The property manager, Liz, was very helpful and gave us good advice on things to do. We were especially pleased with how well the kitchen was set with pots, pans and appliances. The pool was the star of the show and we spent many hours lounging and taking a dip. The house dogs, Molly and Maya greeted us every morning and are very sweet. It is a 30 minute drive from the house to a grocery, so it is important that one take this into consideration, and stock up when coming from the airport. Thank you for sharing your house with us.

Ramon’s place is very special. If you’re looking for luxury this is not the place, ( you can always pop next door for a dose of that), but if you want to stay somewhere that is more in tune with nature and incredibly beautiful to boot then this is definitely worth the trip. We thoroughly enjoyed our time here and left feeling relaxed. Ramon’s passion for the preservation of the jungle is admirable and of massive benefit to the whole island.

Isleta Tahiti was the perfect getaway with girlfriends for my birthday! We swam all day in the beautiful pool and lounged away in the hammocks and sun loungers. The kitchen had everything we needed to make meals and drinks for 7 people. The bedrooms are clean, though we only went in there to sleep as the surroundings are so breathtaking, you want to be outside at all times! The caretakers are lovely. My friends and I all talked about other family and friends we'd love to bring to stay in the future. Highly recommend!

It was lovely and helpful that the host arranged for direct water taxi with our luggage to the house. The quiet refuge on the north island was a great contrast to the hustle of the south part of the Caye. While there getting around on foot and by water taxi worked well, unless you want to see the estuary on the very north side of the Caye, in which case a bike is a good idea. There were several walkable restaurant options and a small convenience store near the split. We didn’t use the kayak and paddle boards, but the pool was great for heat relief and AC in the bedrooms was nice too. Walter, the caretaker, was super helpful and brought us fresh coconuts / coconut water. Really enjoyed Mario’s snorkel tour.

I stayed for 6 days, which was longer than most, but everything i was looking for. While there are a lot of logistic's involved from Panama City to San Blas / the island, it necessary information was provided and well communicated. This is a primitive stay, with Spanish being the local's second language, but still very easy to communicate. Everyone was friendly, and the hospitality from the Guna was incredible and inviting. Would highly recommend visiting San Blas with Jonathan!

Peter and his team are awesome. Ms. Velda cooked up some great meals with local fish, chicken and veggies. Ms. Dali was an incredible hostess. Mr. Melvin maintained impeccable grounds, showed us where to fish and where to swim. Peter was super helpful in arranging tours and providing tips for other parts of our trip. This is a very special place...perfect for slowing way down as you sit on the deck over the water and watch the waves, wildlife, and stars at night. We will be back, with a few friends next time! It is better than the pictures or website capture (even though they are great!).

The Palace was a great place to stay. We really enjoyed the exercise classes and the breeze on the yoga deck.

Excellent place; highly recommended. Extremely clean, safe and comfortable. Perfect for spending time with groups of friends or family. The internal staff is extremely friendly and helpful with any questions or concerns. We had a great time!!

We spent two nights at Yulian's place. The place looks like the pictures, so everything is very simple and without luxury. The island is so beautiful and these two days were like a break in paradise for us. The beach is beautiful and the sea is turquoise blue. On the island, there is the possibility to play volleyball and also to participate in tours. Transportation from Panama City takes about 3 hours (about 1 hour of serpentine roads). Then you drive another 40 minutes by boat. The food on site is lovingly prepared by the locals and tastes delicious. Yulian was always very easy to reach and immediately helped us with every matter. I highly recommend this experience to anyone who wants to be in paradise without much luxury.

10 stars. The villa was great. The staff exceeded expectations. If you’re looking for a cozy space for few family or friends, this is your spot. Communicating with owner and staff was excellent, they were responsive and solution oriented. The space is well maintained and accurately depicted in photos. Both interior and exterior, pool, landscaping and the whole property are in great condition. Cheers to Colleen. She personified excellence and care. The housekeeping was good and the meals delicious and on time. I highly recommend this villa and I will definitely return.

The island is really very small, but just as advertised it was possible to stand on the side a little hectic or totally isolated. All were polite and helpful, including Omaira asked if they wanted to make the available tours on the other islands. The food is simple but delicious, everything was exactly as I wanted. Omaira advised me to stay in Panama City due to the arrival time of my flight and it was great, as I met Panama viejo and I really liked it.

We loved the house, thank you so much for an amazing week!!

LOVED the whole experience! If you have never slept over the water, this is your chance to do so! Breathtaking view! The food that was provided was great. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Would stay here again and would recommend to other guests! Thanks again for the amazing experience!

Group of 7 ladies ranging from late 20s to early 60s. We had a GREAT time here! Things to know for future guests: - Must be able to walk / climb stairs - Tap water is safe to drink at this property - Bring water shoes as the beach water is rocky - CASH for Roatan is a must. (USD works) - Pudens lives on site and sets up the beach cabana bed, takes care of maintenance, and will take you snorkeling. He's GREAT! - Pudens can arrange for on site massages ($40 for 30 mins) - Desiree recommended Chef / Cleaner Sherilee and she was worth EVERY penny! - Pudens arranged for a boat tour for our group ($50 per person) - Hire a driver for your arrival, departure, and excursion days. You will probably not want to drive the roads yourself. Desiree arranges. This was everyone's first time in Roatan (and some were first time international travelers). We felt absolutely safe, well looked after, and delighted by this location. I recommend this place for adults or older children (preteen up). AMAZING!

You could cook for yourself but that would be insane. Alfredo and Hermita are wonderful caretakers that attend to every need. Truly the most hospitable. Meals were delicious and prompt. Place was awesome. Only note was showers were hit or miss and some softer lighting would go a long way. But these are minor notes; place was amazing.

The Living Waters home is incredible. Walk in the front door and the ocean is right in front of you. Daysi met us at the airport, directed us to Eldon's so we could stock up (get everything you think you'll need, we didn't find other stores on the island with similar selections and its 1 hour from the house). We had Dulce, helped by her daughter, cook a number of meals for us. They were a delight and food was great. If you don't have a car you can get to a few places. Go to Cliffsides for dinner. Camp Bay Lodge is a few places down, everything we ate there was very good. Still I'd recommend getting a car so you can explore the entire island, for activities and local restaurants. A lot of people love the east end of the island because it's remote, but do prepare for some very rough dirt roads. Going even 5 miles on the east end of the island might take 30+ minutes. Everyone uses "whatapp" to communicate, so get it before you go. We loved Roatan, super friendly people.

Spacious, bright villa with great views. The location is quiet and private. The gated community is safe. Communication and service were excellent, it’s like having full concierge around the clock. Everything you want or need you can get help with. The kitchen is well equipped and we enjoyed excellent cappuccinos in the mornings. It’s a bit of a drive to West Bay but when you come home it’s so peaceful and relaxing that it is worth it. Our original Airbnb got canceled the day before our arrival and we were incredibly grateful that we found this gorgeous place and that they accommodated us so quickly and flawless.

Al Natural is a paradise on earth, Michel the owner a great professional always attentive, the paradise place, beaches, jungle. Sleeping with ocean wave noise and back Jungle animals. Spectacular food both breakfast and otherworldly lunch and dinner with candles and food from chef Vicente with all those staying at the resort together commenting on everything. The resort has paddle surfing and kayaks and diving masks and fins to relax. Here you go to relax and be with nature. In short, I recommend a lodging show......

Mirko was an extremely helpful host! The place is beautiful and walkable to the start of all of our Sittee River adventures (bioluminescence tour and snorkeling) Having bikes was great to bike into “downtown” Hopkins from the house

This little gem is absolutely magical. We were picked up in Bocas by the hosts friend and brought to this incredible place with only a 12 min boat ride from bocas. Their pictures don’t even do this place justice. The beauty is even better in person. I recommend eating the breakfast they offer. Absolutely fresh and delicious. We will be back for sure!

We ended up staying at a cabin on another island as this one we originally booked was having issues with the water supply. It was a bit of a hassle sorting out our payment options as they wanted us to cancel the original reservation to pay in full through their website. We ended up paying the additional cost separately rather than canceling our Airbnb reservation. The overall experience was nice. Luckily we knew what to expect prior to our stay (as others have mentioned, this is not a luxurious experience). Connecting with nature and interacting with the Guna Yala residents were a couple of highlights for us. We fell asleep to the sound of ocean waves and ate some of the best seafood we’ve ever had. Some cons would be the overcrowding; do not expect it to be a private experience, it was tough to find a space on the beach that we didn’t have to share with others. The communication could also have been better. We didn’t appreciate the last minute notice that our original accommodation wouldn’t be available. It left us rushing to reserve another cabin in time for the early 5am pickup.

This was a wonderful place away from the crowds and noise we couldn't have asked for a better set up for my wife and I. We rented a golf cart which made getting to the house a lot easier as its a bit of a walk from the split ferry . We loved the North side of the Island and its peaceful lifestyle . we spent our days exploring the South side and its many restaurants and bars . We spent our nights eating on the North side of the island at Happy Lobster and our favorite restaurant of the trip Lotus . both are very close to the airbnb . La Fogata is a nice Pizzeria option as well. Bliss Beach is on the far north end and is a nice beach resort .