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Guest Book and Coco Pando Resort Photos. At the Coco Pando Resort and Iguana
Restaurant Bar, our goal is to make your vacation in La Ceiba, Honduras, happy, fun and memorable. Read what some of our guests have said, enjoy their personal photo albums, and please do email us with any questions you have about La Ceiba, Honduras or the Coco Pando Resort Hotel. If you would like to read the full text of guest reviews and see some additional area photos. I recommend the Coco Pando as a wonderful... place to stay in the La Ceiba area. - - - The place was GREAT! yes, out the way...but REALLY NICE.... It's right on the water (creating a refreshing breeze and the soothing sound of the breaking surf). The food was great and moderately priced. The staff was friendly and went out of their way to make sure my needs were met and that I got to the ferry on time. The
room I had was spacious, clean, had a color
t.v., small
fridge, cold bottled water dispenser, spacious
bathroom with hot water in the
shower. I recommend the Coco Pando as a wonderful, relatively remote place to stay in the La Ceiba area. - - - Jenni Julien, California, USA (2008). If your plans include a stay in La Ceiba, I would highly recommend the Coco Pando. - - - Due to a change of plans, I found myself without a hotel
room in La Ceiba during Carnaval. I was fortunate enough to find that the Coco Pando had an available
room, and the fact that the resort was on the beach was a huge bonus. It was
quiet when I checked in, so it seemed as if the entire staff was there to make sure that I had everything that I needed. I went into the
restaurant and ordered
lunch at the
bar, and had a very pleasant conversation with the new manager. I had enjoyed my
lunch at the Iguana enough to give it a try for
dinner. I ordered shrimp with garlic pasta, and it was phenomenal. The peppers and onions were lightly sauted and added a wonderful flavor, and the pasta was literally covered in shrimp. The staff was courteous, helpful, and friendly. They made me feel like a welcome guest, and that they were there to make sure that my stay was as enjoyable as possible. If your plans include a stay in La Ceiba, I would highly recommend the Coco Pando. - - - Marie Westphal, California, USA (2007). I can't think of a better rustic but comfortable, easy-going resort to either drop in or to stay at while visiting the Ceiba area. - - - My sister, Rachel I, had a wonderful stopover experience at your Coco Pando Resort and Iguana
Bar Restaurant. We were born and raised in Honduras but had not been back for decades. Neither of us were sure of how it would be to return. When Omar picked up Rachel at the
airport, they found out they were the same age and had been born in the same La Ceiba hospital. From that point on we were made a part of the Coco Pando familia. I arrived later in the evening, thinking the Iguana
Bar would be closed. But no! Omar was waiting for me at the
airport (my flight was an hour late) and dropped me off at the
room, telling me to go up on deck. There, Bruce was kindly waiting and immediately ordered
drinks for me. So there I sat with my sister and the some of the staff reminiscing about Honduras. A startlingly sweet reception to our 1st country. Moreover, I was welcomed by the sound of the night sea waves washing up just off the
veranda and the stars spangled overhead like heavenly jewels. After traveling all day, tired and frazzled, I fell in love with the thatched roof, the open
bar seating, the sense of no-hurry; restfulness. In the morning, my sister and I were first in line for
coffee and
breakfast. Belkin and Suani provided us with prompt, warm service.... Upon our arrival back in La Ceiba, before returning to the US, we enjoyed another round of good service, and exquisite meals. Bruce, the wry chef with a
quiet sense of humor, prepared both fish and meat dishes in a tasty full fashion. It felt like I was being dined by a ship's captain. I can't think of a better rustic but comfortable, easy-going resort to either drop in or to stay at while visiting the Ceiba area. Bruce and Omar share a vast knowledgeable network regarding key people, agents, places, and things to do. Thank you Omar, Bruce, Belkin, Carol, Suani, and the others who warmly re-integrated Rachel and myself back into Honduran culture. You gave us personal attention, much advice, and memorable conversations. I will most certainly recommend Coco Pando and will return myself. - - - Dan Miller, California, USA (2007). Yes, add my name to the 'satisfied customer' list... I shall return to beautiful Honduras soon as I can and CoCo Pando will be one of my stops. - - - - Buenos Dias! Yes, add my name to the 'satisfied customer' list. The
room was large, comfortable and had some 'really good'
coffee provided 'in
room' for mornings. The Iguana had great food, cold beer, ambiance and all at a very reasonable rate. I shall return to beautiful Honduras soon as I can and CoCo Pando will be one of my stops - - - Rashima Gordon, Florida, USA (2007). We will be visiting Honduras again and... would most definitely choose to stay at the Coco Pando. - - - I wanted to take the time to let you know that my brother and I had a great time visiting La Ceiba and staying at the Coco Pando. I must say that it was in no small part that the success of our stay was largely do to the efforts of John Salzer. He went the extra mile for us, ensuring that our reservations there would be confirmed on such short notice and making the
phone calls necessary for us to enjoy a day at Sambo Creek Canopy
Tours. We will be visiting Honduras again and plan on making a stop in La Ceiba on our way to Utila. We would most definitely choose to stay at the Coco Pando where we were welcomed by John and Bruce and the friendly staff in The Iguana
Bar. Many thanks. - - - Forrest Ringsage, Washington, USA (2007). We had a wonderful experience at the Coco Pando Resort. Thanks for a great stay. - - - We had a wonderful experience at the Coco Pando Resort. The staff was soooo friendly and helpful. They offered us an opportunity to use the
internet and make calls to the states for FREE which we really appreciated. Food was good and setting for
breakfast was lovely. We appreciated the timely and very courteous shuttle service to and from and the
airport. Thanks for a great stay. - - - Al and Sandi Winter, California, USA (2007). The fifteen of us from Ohio were startled to find out that we could watch Ohio State play a very important
basketball game on ESPN! - - - Dear Charlie, Thank you so much for the opportunity for our medical and dental team to spend three nights at the Coco Pando in February! The highlights were: John's flexibility when it was necessary for us to stay an extra day when we had no reservations and some other guests did. We were able to double up and it was greatly appreciated; Food-- Bruce was a very accommodating and skillful cook. We enjoyed our meals which were far better than those we had in Brus Laguna where many of us experienced some gastrointestinal problems; The fifteen of us from Ohio were startled to find out that we could watch Ohio State play a very important
basketball game on ESPN in our
rooms! Thanks for your efforts with our group. We will be back in July as soon as we determine our dates. - - - Mike Carter, Ohio, USA (2007). The on-site Iguana
Bar/
Restaurant was a fun place to chill and the food was excellent -- and priced better than most of the places we traveled to. - - - A group of six of us stayed here (the Coco Pando Resort) for two nights on our way to and from Utila, and the accommodations surpassed our expectations. The
rooms were large, clean and
air conditioned, with decent
bathrooms and good water pressure (plenty of hot water). The management and staff were extremely friendly and hospitable. They really went out of their way to make sure we were comfortable. (Thanks Ingrid!) The on-site Iguana
Bar/
Restaurant was...
Guest Book and More Coco Pando Resort Photos. At the Coco Pando Resort and Iguana
Restaurant Bar, our goal is to make your vacation in La Ceiba, Honduras, happy, fun and memorable. Read what some of our guests have said and enjoy their personal photo albums. Always feel free to email us with any questions you have about La Ceiba, Honduras or the Coco Pando Resort Hotel. I have traveled all over the world and found this small hotel to be one of my most pleasant accommodations. Much more than I expected!! A fantastic value!! - - - I recently had the pleasure of staying at the CoCo Pando Resort. I have traveled all over the world and found this small hotel to be one of my most pleasant accommodations. The staff was extremely helpful and knowledgeable. This was very important to me as I'm a single female traveler. I was met promptly at the bus station. I also enjoyed the Iguana
Restaurant. I found it to be top notch and very reasonable. I'd recommend this hotel to anyone but especially to women. It's clean,
safe and comfortable. Much more than I expected!! A fantastic value!! - - - Terry Crawford, New Zealand (2005). Coco Pando Resort is one of those best kept secrets that I am willing to share. - - - If your are looking for a
quiet, picturesque stay then Coco Pando is the place. The courtesy transportation was a plus. The Iguana
Bar and
Restaurant is wonderful. I love cooking, gourmet cooking, and was happily surprised by the quality of the lobster diablo and accompaniments. Coco Pando Resort is one of those best kept secrets that I am willing to share. I hope to return and see you next year. Thank you. - - - Cynthia Kosol-Melkon, Pennsylvania, USA (2005). Wonderful and personal attention and went out of their way to help us and make us feel welcome. - - - My wife and I have just recently returned from spending a wonderful and very relaxing vacation at the Coco Pando. I do think you need to know that John and Bruce, as well as the other staff working there, provided us wonderful and personal attention and went out of their way to help us and make us feel welcome, including the delicious Thanksgiving
dinner that Bruce prepared. Your resort is a very pleasant and comfortable home for anyone wishing to get away from it all. We met some of the very interesting local expats during our visit which also contributed to the general feel of the resort. Thank you for providing us a very enjoyable time. - - - Dale R. Tuttle, Wisconsin, USA (2005). Thanks for a truly unforgettable vacation. Coco Pando was a wonderful spot away from the city to relax. - - - Thanks for a truly unforgettable vacation. Coco Pando was a wonderful spot away from the city to relax and get acclimated to Honduras. The morning and evening drives into La Ceiba were both educational and entertaining. The resort was a perfect jumping off point for exploring the Bay Island of Utila, or, on my next visit, to explore the jungles. I will also never forget the conch soup and lobster diablo in the Iguana
Bar and
Restaurant. Thanks again. - - - John Reed, Washington, USA. (2004 2005). The accommodations were wonderful. The staff was friendly, and both the food and the service were of the best quality! - - - Thank you all for such a wonderful stay! The accommodations were wonderful. The staff was friendly, and both the food and the service were of the best quality! The beach and grounds are lovely and the atmosphere refreshing. I would definitely recommend your facility to anyone vacationing in La Ceiba! - - - Penny Wanamaker, Pennsylvania, USA (2005). The private beach at the Coco Pando Resort is a beautiful location for you and a loved one to go out and watch a sunset. - - - I visited La Ceiba during the Carnival weekend in May - loved it so much I will be going back again next year. Hotel was a little off the beaten path, but well worth it. Located on a private beach - small - intimate - great
restaurant/
bar. Waitstaff and Owners were extremely accommodating. Charlie at Coco Pando Resort please start preparing my
room for May. I wish they sold Salva Vida in the USA!!!! As for the Food - the Coco Pando has a Chicken
Dinner that is to die for - marinated in a special seasoning - very economical. YUM!!! The private beach at the Coco Pando Resort is a beautiful location for you and a loved one to go out and watch a sunset. CARNIVAL 2006 here I come. - - - Andrea Smith, Massachusetts, USA (2005). My only regret is that I did not plan enough time for Coco Pando and mainland Honduras. As long as Coco Pando and John are there we will try to go back to Honduras at least once a year. - - - Hello Coco Pando... Just wanted to let anyone who checks out the web site know what a great place Coco Pando is. My girlfriend and I had an amazing stay on the way to Roatan. My only regret is that I did not plan enough time for Coco Pando and mainland Honduras. My next
trip will include at least a week at the resort. The people are great and the food is very good. The prices can not be beat. I had a excellent experience working with the manager John. He made sure our stay was everything we were looking for. As long as Coco Pando and John are there we will try to go back to Honduras at least once a year. Thankx again Coco Pando hope to see you soon. - - - John Carlyle Veronica Cramer, Virginia, USA (2005). We are looking forward to returning soon for a longer stay and, of course, the Coco Pando will be at the top of our list as a place to stay. - - - Hi Charlie... Tyler and I had a great time while staying at the Coco Pando. Thanks to John, Brenda, Ethel, Art, the
kitchen gang, and
room service our stay was memorable. Unfortunately, I'm a pasta nut and after eating the lasagna and spaghetti (John's special), that's about all I ate for the entire week. I did try the plato tipico once and the fried shrimp once but the pasta won my heart. My son and I loved the local beer (tried it all) and Salva Vida was our final choice as the best. We are looking forward to returning soon for a longer stay and, of course, the Coco Pando will be at the top of our list as a place to stay. Regards to all. - - - Shephard Patton, Mississippi, USA (2005). You offer amazing value and the service to and from the
airport was immaculate. - - - Just wanted to say how much we enjoyed Coco Pando. We will certainly recommend it to anyone vacationing in La Ceiba and to anyone stopping over on their way to the Bay Islands. You offer amazing value and the service to and from the
airport was immaculate. We had a perfect evening at the Iguana
Bar Grill. Can't wait to try the conch soup on our next stay. Yours. - - - Laurence Beth Hegarty, Illinois, USA(2005). A swimmable beach with hammocks nearby, excellent seafood (made to order, picante or mild), airy
rooms with big towels, and a friendly staff -- needless to say, I'm recommending Coco Pando! - - - Hi Charlie, A swimmable beach with hammocks nearby, excellent seafood (made to order, picante or mild), airy
rooms with big towels, and a friendly staff -- needless to say, I'm recommending Coco Pando! Just so you know, I also mentioned Coco Pando to the Mexico Lonely Planet writer. Saludos from La Ciudad de Mexico. - - - Monica Campbell, California, USA (2005). Of all the places we stayed during our
trip to Honduras, Coco Pando easily tops the list for cost value. - - - We would like to compliment your staff for their hospitality during our stay on March 8 and 9, 2005. After a long, exhausting travel day it was nice to have such a pleasant reception upon our arrival. In particular, your manager John did a great job in making us feel comfortable and addressing our concerns about our missing luggage. With regards to the facilities, we would not hesitate to recommend Coco Pando to others traveling to La Ceiba. Our
room was very nice and the food and atmosphere at the Iguana
Bar was first rate. Of all the places we stayed during our
trip to Honduras, Coco Pando easily tops...