I thoroughly enjoyed staying at Utila Lodge. Reminds me of a bed-and-breakfast rather than a big-time resort. They are able to accomodate with one-on-one attention, yet still give you your space. If you need anything, all you have to do is ask. Boat captain is always on the look-out for signs of a whale shark which we were pleasantly surpised... more

We went to Utila Lodge the March 28 to April 3. The Lodge is a wonderful spot. The reviewer below me obviously went during Semana Santa which is Holy Week. During Holy Week it is wild everywhere in Roatan (and Utila I guess). While we were there no guests were kept awake by partying at the nearby bars. Accomodations: We... more

I have been to Utila Lodge twice, the first time I saw whalesharks for the first time in my life...what an experience. I jumped at the chance to go a 2nd time. But be careful when you choose to travel, as this tiny island town is a partying place. The local bars kept us awake till 4:00am every night, partying... more

We just got back from our second trip to the Utila Lodge (first was in April '06) and couldn't disagree more with the previous reviewer. Accommodations: The rooms are pleasant, but fairly basic; they would probably rate 3 star in a European hotel. There are 8 rooms in total. Upstairs (E-H) a bit nicer than downstairs (A-D), E and F... more

Here's the place for pure diving from Hades. "Guaranteed" to see whale sharks" betweek 2/24 thru 3/4/2007, we saw NOTHING out of the extraordinary experience given our diving experience of over a decade. Vis, at best, was 20 to 25'. If you want a dive master (Albert) that can't brief 16 out of 16 dives, dive with this place. All... more