Hotels in Los Roques, Venezuela

Eighty miles off of the coast of Venezuela sits the archipelago of Los Roques, with more than 350 islands with white sand beaches and miles of coral reefs. Fill your days scuba diving, snorkeling, kite-surfing and windsurfing around the island. Isla Gran Roque is one of the few islands in the archipelago inhabited by people. Hotels on Isla Gran Roque are often called "posadas."

Posada Lagunita

Posada Lagunita offers visitor to Los Roques seven simple guest rooms surrounded by tropical gardens. Each room has a private bath, satellite television and safe. Visit the common area where you will find an Internet station and dining area. A bar serving cocktails and light appetizers can be found on the two terraces. Grill your catch of the day on the other terrace equipped with barbecue grills. Inquire about discounts in local kite-surfing schools. Choose the all-inclusive option: airport transfer, daily continental breakfast and boat excursions, including lunch and dinner.

Posada Lagunita
Los Roques National Park
Isla Gran Roque, Venezuela
(+58) 414 291 9151
posadalagunita.com

Posada Movida

Find yourself lounging the day away at Posado Movida. Six double rooms are available to guests. Each room has a private bath with hot water and air-conditioning. Shop the local market and make dinner in the communal kitchen. Relax with a fruity cocktail in the lounge or plop in a hammock on the terrace. Posada Movida organizes daily tours to nearby islands. The owners will help arrange local fishing, surfing and diving guides. All-inclusive packages are available, taking care of all airport transfers, boat trips and meals.

Posada Movida
Los Roques National Park
Isla Gran Roque,Venezuela
(+58) 237 221 1016
posadamovida.com

Posada Mediterraneo

This Italian-owned posada brings warm Mediterranean touches to Gran Roque. It houses eight casual rooms, each with private baths and safes. You're never more than a few steps away from an open-air lounge. Gourmet dinners are served nightly on the terrace. Breakfast, lunch and room service are also available. Grab a book from the library and head to an outdoor couch to read. Check out the local wildlife with an eco-tours arranged through the owners. Packages include a full option with all meals, transfers and tours; or a "half" for those who want a little more independence with their day. The "half" package includes breakfast, dinner and lodging.

Posada Mediterraneo
Los Roques National Park
Isla Gran Roque, Venezuela
(+58) 414 215 2292
posadamediterraneo.com

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Article Written By Anne Marie Bailey

Based in Southern California, Anne Marie Bailey has been a freelance writer since 2008. She has been published in "EAT Magazine" and is a regular contributor to Trails.com and eHow. Bailey holds a Bachelor of Arts in cultural anthropology from the University of Colorado.

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