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Utila Island

Utila is the smallest of Honduras' major Bay Islands, after Roatán and Guanaja, in a region that marks the south end of the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System, the second-largest in the world. It has been documented in history since Columbus' fourth voyage.

Type Island

Why go

  • Smallest of Islas de la Bahía, Honduras.
  • Served by Utila Airport (UII).

History

Utila is the smallest of Honduras' major Bay Islands, after Roatán and Guanaja, in a region that marks the south end of the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System, the second-largest in the world. It has been documented in history since Columbus' fourth voyage.

Restaurants & places to go

Baleadas Mama Rosa
Caribbean, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Su 07:00-22:00 · Calle Principal · baleadas-mama-rosa.negocio.site
Indoor
Mango Inn Bar & Grill
Pizza, Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Su 06:00-10:00, 17:00-22:00 · Cola Del Mico Road · mangoinnbarandgrill.com
Indoor
Mango Tango
Spanish, Tapas, Mediterranean, Caribbean, Seafood, Restaurant · Opening hours: Tu-Su 09:30-21:30 · Calle Principal · mangotangoart.com
Indoor
Neptune's at Coral Beach Village
American, Caribbean, Local, Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Su 09:00-20:00 · Coral Beach Village · coralbeachvillage.com
Indoor

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Airports

Utila Airport (UII) 7.5 km to the centre
Utila Island, IB, HN — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
Indoor | Outdoor

Getting there by ferry

Ferry terminal
Ferry terminal · 5.7 km from the centre
Outdoor
La Ceiba - Útila
Ferry route
Outdoor

Where things are

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Photographs

Utila Island
Utila Island
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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Utila Airport (UII). Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By water: 1 ferry terminal within 20 km; routes include La Ceiba - Útila.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Utila Island. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.