Honduras Travel & Tourism

Honduras is renowned for its lush forests, picturesque mountains and Mayan ruins. Visitors flock to Honduras to enjoy the country’s bountiful nature, to learn about the mysterious civilizations who once ruled the forests and to be pampered by Honduran hospitality. Travelers keen to learn about Honduras’s past can visit the Copan ruins, the remains of a city that rose to splendor during the seventh century. Tourists can explore a variety of the ruins’ notable areas such as the acropolis, a set of archeological tunnels, the Mayans’ infamous ball court, the hieroglyphic stairway and the great plaza. Those wanting to explore the county’s scenic beauty can stop by the Parque Nacional Jeannette Kawas, which offers picturesque white sand beaches, lush green forest and turquoise sea. Punta Sal is renowned as on of the most scenic places in Honduras, while Playa Cocalito tempts tourists with supreme snorkeling adventures through coral reefs. Laguna de los Micos, located on the east side of Parque Nacional Jeannette Kawas, is a mangrove forest that is home to hundreds of native birds and howler monkeys. Lago de Yoja is Honduras’ largest lake, offering birders more than 375 species of birds to view via boat or trail. The lake lies between the two parks Cerro Azul Meámbar and Santa Bárbara, making it a great stopping point for travelers wanting to explore those parks. Cerro Azul Meámbar is renowned for its clearly marked hiking trails while Santa Bárbara is home to the second highest peak in the country, an attraction for many adventurous hikers. Those who want to escape the mainland can visit the Bay Islands for a scuba diving adventure. Three main islands, Roatán, Utila and Guanaja, are situated along the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef, promising divers a relaxing stay on ‘island time’ and endless exploration undersea. While Roatán is home to luxury hotels and all-inclusive resorts, Utila attracts backpacker with inexpensive food and lodging. Guanaja offers guests a more relaxed feel, providing a small number of hotels and restaurants on the island town.


Worldwide Tourism Popularity Ranking: 81 of 230


Air Travel

  • Quality of Airports: Average (4.6 of 7)
  • Number of Airlines: 15
  • Number of Arriving Passengers: 870000

Hotels & Lodging

  • Quality of Lodging: Good (4.2 of 5)
  • Number of Hotels: 211
  • Average Room Rate: $101.96

Purpose of Visit

  • Business Trip: 7%
  • Family Vacation: 19%
  • Couples Getaway: 50%
  • Friends Trip: 16%
  • Solo Travel: 10%

Top Vacation Destinations in Honduras

Most popular cities in Honduras in terms of percentage of visitors and number of hotels:

  • West Bay
    Popularity: 1 | 24.69% Visitors | 11 Hotels

  • Roatan
    Popularity: 2 | 20.69% Visitors | 14 Hotels

  • West End
    Popularity: 3 | 11.0% Visitors | 17 Hotels

  • La Ceiba
    Popularity: 4 | 7.67% Visitors | 18 Hotels

  • San Pedro Sula
    Popularity: 5 | 6.41% Visitors | 32 Hotels

  • Copan
    Popularity: 6 | 5.93% Visitors | 18 Hotels

  • Sandy Bay
    Popularity: 7 | 5.77% Visitors | 7 Hotels

  • Utila
    Popularity: 8 | 5.33% Visitors | 18 Hotels

  • Tegucigalpa
    Popularity: 9 | 4.51% Visitors | 20 Hotels

  • Tela
    Popularity: 10 | 4.43% Visitors | 16 Hotels

  • Guanaja
    Popularity: 11 | 1.1% Visitors | 8 Hotels

  • Gracias
    Popularity: 12 | 0.81% Visitors | 4 Hotels

  • Pena Blanca
    Popularity: 13 | 0.6% Visitors | 3 Hotels

  • Comayagua
    Popularity: 14 | 0.23% Visitors | 4 Hotels

  • Choluteca
    Popularity: 15 | 0.17% Visitors | 4 Hotels

  • La Esperanza
    Popularity: 16 | 0.14% Visitors | 3 Hotels

  • La Lima
    Popularity: 17 | 0.14% Visitors | 1 Hotels

  • Siguatepeque
    Popularity: 18 | 0.13% Visitors | 3 Hotels

  • Valle De Angeles
    Popularity: 19 | 0.08% Visitors | 1 Hotels


Top Honduras Hotels

  • 1
    Hotel Casa Del Arbol
    Colonia Jardines del Valle 1-Ave. 32 Cll. N.O., San Pedro Sula
    100% recommended | 36 reviews
  • 2
    Cocolobo
    Carretera Pavimentada Principal at Seagrape Plantation, West End
    98% recommended | 204 reviews
  • 3
    Isabella Boutique Hotel
    15th Ave. 8th St. NW, San Pedro Sula
    100% recommended | 41 reviews
  • 4
    CasaSula Bed & Breakfast
    Colonia Jardines del Valle 10 calle, San Pedro Sula
    100% recommended | 12 reviews
  • 5
    The Lily Pond House Hotel
    Half Moon Bay, West End
    98% recommended | 51 reviews
  • 6
    Barefoot Cay
    Carretera Pavimentada PPal, French Harbour & Brick Bay, Roatan
    97% recommended | 302 reviews
  • 7
    Hotel Gran Mediterraneo
    Barrio Guamilito 4 avenida 6 calle, San Pedro Sula
    97% recommended | 74 reviews
  • 8
    West Bay Lodge
    Carretera Pavimentada Ppal West Bay Beach, West Bay
    98% recommended | 185 reviews
  • 9
    Hotel Rainbow Village
    Col. El Confite, 1,5 Block from the Airport west, turn right, 1 Block north, turn right, 2nd Gate, La Ceiba
    100% recommended | 48 reviews
  • 10
    West Bay B & B
    Carretera Pavimentada Ppal, West Bay
    99% recommended | 74 reviews