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Iguana Azul - Hostel

2.0 star property
Colonial hostel with spa services and coffee shop/cafe

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IGUANA AZUL building features a blue exterior, a wooden door, and a tiled roof.
Relax on the serene rooftop terrace with breathtaking views of lush green hills.
Relax in a serene outdoor space surrounded by lush greenery and a beautifully designed patio set.
Public restroom with three sinks, a bathtub, and a colorful tile floor.
Kitchen area with sink, cutting board, and electric kettle.

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Calle Independencia, Barrio Las Vegas, Copan Ruinas, Copan
  • Central Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Macaw Mountain Bird Park & Nature Reserve
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Copan Ruins
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Economy Double Room, 1 Double Bed

1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Double Room, 1 Double Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
3 bathrooms
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Comfort Studio

Comfort Studio | Living area

Comfort Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • 23.2 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Economy Shared Dormitory

1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Shared Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
3 bathrooms
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 12
  • 7 Single Bunk Beds

About the area

Copan Ruinas

At Iguana Azul - Hostel you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Central Park and Camino Maya Recreational Center. Highlights at this Colonial hostel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and Swedish massages. The café, The Cafe, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 1:00 PM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Copan Ruinas hostel include Los Sapos and Mirador El Cuartel.
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What's nearby

  • Central Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mirador El Cuartel - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Camino Maya Recreational Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Macaw Mountain Bird Park & Nature Reserve - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Copan Ruins - 7 min drive - 3.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Welchez - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Tea & Chocolate Place - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Café San Rafael - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Los Asados - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Montecarlo - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Iguana Azul - Hostel

Colonial hostel with spa services and coffee shop/cafe
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. WiFi is free in public spaces. Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at Iguana Azul - Hostel. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Colonial Copan Ruinas hostel.

  • 1 floor
  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1997
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Iguana Azul - Hostel offers 7 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary bottles of water and a ceiling fan. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services, featuring outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages and Swedish massages. There are hot springs open between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 20 to 150 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Cafe

Things to do

  • Hot spring
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot spring
  • Hot springs open from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Hot springs water temperature - 38 ºC
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Swedish massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1997
  • Colonial architecture
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Ceiling fan
  • Electrical adapters

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 7:00 AM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 1:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Iguana Azul - Hostel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 10 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 20 to 150 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property only accepts cash
Long-term renters welcome
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property only accepts cash. Long-term renters welcome.

We should mention

  • Hot springs access available from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hostel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children aged 10 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Iguana Azul
Iguana Azul - Hostel Copan Ruinas
Iguana Azul - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Iguana Azul - Hostel?

Iguana Azul - Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Iguana Azul - Hostel?

Yep, Iguana Azul - Hostel has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Iguana Azul - Hostel?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like Swedish massages.

Does Iguana Azul - Hostel serve breakfast?

Yep, cooked-to-order breakfast is on offer daily from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Iguana Azul - Hostel?

No, Iguana Azul - Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Iguana Azul - Hostel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Iguana Azul - Hostel's onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Iguana Azul - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 7:00 AM. Check-out time is 1:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Iguana Azul - Hostel?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Iguana Azul - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 20 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Good Place to Stay

A great place to stay in Copan Ruinas. The owners take great care of their guests and in their properties. The hostel was well maintained with four private rooms and two six bed dorms, giving guests a chance to meet other travellers. The shared baths (3) and showers (3) were very clean. The private room itself was very nice, providing a cool place to rest in the evening after a very hot afternoon visiting the ruins. The staff also provided daily cleaning of the room. Next door at the guest house (owned by the same couple), guests could have reasonably priced meals. I had the "big breakfast" each morning which included a nice plate of fresh fruit and free refills of coffee.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome stay. Hoeard so helpful with travel plans. Homemade yogurt and bread.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An exceptionally nice guesthouse, with low prices, good security, and very helpful staff!

10/10 Excellent

Pati

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were a group of 9, and the dorm rooms worked out great. I liked the way the showers and toilets were situated. Each one private. With a nice area where you could do laundry and wash your hands. The restaurant and sitting room next door were nice.The view from the eating area was beautiful view of the mountains overlooking the canyon.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Ching

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overbooking. Initially trying to just drive us away. The entire town was full and this was the last one we found. The front desk was claiming not able to speak English thus refused to communicate. Pushed them to find one available for us which was claimed newer with air conditioning at a higher rate. When we arrived the one, Beracah, they reserved, the staffs there responded not there but pulled us to another one, Stella Hostel, which was crappy, unclean, narrow, crowded and old (although the staff was nice). And it was another 45 minutes taken including the traffic. The condition was too terrible so we had to find another nearest available hotel half hour drive away out of town. Considering fully booked they should have closed booking on this platform yet wasting people’s efforts and time to come and to move around. Totally not qualified to be listed as an hazard to the platform.

10/10 Excellent

Moussa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is clean, the staff are polite and attentive, the owner is helpful and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Tiny loft studio is an adventure

The Studio was very clean and cute. It was fun to stay in the loft and very nice to have our own kitchen and living area. The mattress was very comfortable, even though it was an adventure to reach it. 😊 The couch could have been a little bigger and more comfortable. It would have been nice to have slightly more privacy when it came to the toilet. It is very strange to have the toilet so close to the kitchen.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Herman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bright, quiet rooms. Nice view from terrace. Great coffee to start the morning with exceptional service. Nicely planted garden with tables. Easy walk into town.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Alicja

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, simple hostel, within walking distance to city centre. Great fresh food, fresh tea, delicious coffee. The owner lady very charming and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bren, Rhinebeck

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is one of the nicest hostels I have ever stayed in. We then switch to two nights in the adjacent B&B because we needed more nights abs it too was wonderful. Howard, the owner is friendly and extremely helpful. His staff is wonderful. Safety cleanliness and comfort we're all perfect and the gardens and patio are beautiful! Highly recommend to all travelers and I hope to return someday.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Muy bueno
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Alberto

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Buen Servicio!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emerson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Muy buen servicio, clima agradable
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Edver Alberto

Hellow
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angelica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent

We had a very pleasant stay in Copan at this hostel. The breakfast is amazing and the staff too. The rooms and the showers and toilets are clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andres

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Todo! Excelente
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Zoila Consuelo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Isis

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Muy contento con la atención y las instalaciones

Genial, los empleados (todos) se portaron super amables y cordiales. Cada vez q valla a ruinas ahi me jospedare y ya comense a recomendarlo.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021