Sofia Martinez

Sofia Martinez

Guatemala & Honduras Specialist

Sofia Martinez is a Guatemalan travel journalist with 12 years of experience covering hotels and destinations across Guatemala and Honduras. She has personally visited over 200 hotels in the region and specializes in cultural heritage properties and eco-lodges.

12 years of experience12+ Articles

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Recent Work

Honduras

Bay Islands Honduras: Best Diving Hotels in Roatán, Utila & Guanaja

Find the best dive-friendly hotels in Honduras's Bay Islands. From Roatán's reef resorts to Utila's budget dive lodges and Guanaja's remote escapes.

Nicaragua

Hotels in Nicaragua's Colonial Cities: Where to Stay in Granada and León

Discover the best hotels in Granada and León, Nicaragua's most charming colonial cities. From converted convents to boutique gems, your complete accommodation guide.

Panama

Overwater Hotels in Bocas del Toro, Panama: Complete Guide

Discover the best overwater bungalows and hotels in Bocas del Toro, Panama. From luxury eco-resorts to budget-friendly overwater cabins on the Caribbean.

Guatemala

Where to Stay in Rio Dulce, Guatemala: Waterfront Lodges, Marinas & Jungle Retreats (2026)

Complete guide to the best hotels in Rio Dulce, Guatemala. Compare waterfront lodges, marina hotels, family stays, and jungle retreats for Livingston, Castillo de San Felipe, and Caribbean boat trips.

Costa Rica

Finca Rosa Blanca Coffee Plantation Resort

Boutique eco-lodge and coffee plantation nestled in the hills of Heredia, offering an intimate luxury experience near San José

El Salvador

Royal Decameron Salinitas

All-inclusive beach resort on El Salvador's Pacific coast offering sun, surf, and relaxation in Los Cóbanos

Honduras

Copán Ruinas Hotels: Where to Stay Near Honduras's Maya Masterpiece

Complete guide to the best hotels in Copán Ruinas, Honduras. From boutique colonial lodges to budget guesthouses, find your perfect base for exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Maya ruins.

Panama

Isla Taboga: Panama's Flower Island — Hotels, Day Trips & What to Know

A complete guide to Isla Taboga, Panama's closest island getaway from Panama City. Best hotels, ferry schedules, beaches, hiking, and whether to go for a day or overnight.

central-america

10 Best Budget Hotels in Central America Under $50/Night

Discover the best budget hotels in Central America where you can sleep comfortably for under $50 a night. From Guatemala to Panama, we've found the hidden gems worth your money.

central-america

Backpacking Central America: Route, Costs & Tips (2026)

The complete backpacking guide to Central America with routes, daily budgets, hostel tips, and border crossing advice.

central-america

Best Beach Hotels in Central America: Pacific vs Caribbean

Compare the best beach hotels on Central America's Pacific and Caribbean coasts with prices and honest reviews.

central-america

Best Eco-Lodges in Central America for Sustainable Travel

Discover the top eco-lodges across Central America, from jungle retreats to beachfront sanctuaries.