Guatemala Accommodation. Hotel Guide. Details
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1 Black Cat Hostal 6 Av Norte 1A 7832 1229 www.blackcatantigua.com Party central for young backpackers, this place has a handy location just a block from the parque and a street-facing bar that is packed from lunch till late. There's no kitchen and the dorms have eight beds, but there's a comfy TV/DVD room, breakfasts are generous and staff helpful. Price: hostel $7Price: hotel $13-20
2 Author Pick El Hostal 1 Av Sur 8 7832 0442 elhostal.antigua@gmail.com Antigua's most comfortable hostel, this well-run, spotless place offers colonial ambience on the cheap, with a delightful central courtyard for relaxed daytime chilling. Dorms (with six beds and lockers) and private rooms are very spacious; the bathrooms (male and female) have steaming hot showers and there are laundry facilities. Breakfasts here are legendary – à la carte from a full menu. Price: hostel $8–10Price: hotel $21-30
3 International Mochilero Guest House 1 C Poniente 33 7832 0520 www.internacionalmochilero.com Inexpensive if basic singles, doubles (some with bathroom) and a dorm; those at the rear have better natural light. There's a lovely garden and a kitchen for guests. Price: hostel $7.50Price: hotel $8-12
4 Jungle Party Hostal 6 Av Norte 20 7832 0463 www.junglepartyhostal.com Sociable, popular hostel with capacity for 30 guests that attracts a young backpacking crowd. Offers three- and five-bed dorms, all with solid-wood bunk beds and private lockers, though bathroom facilities could be improved. There's also a chill-out area with hammocks, and a bar/café with an inexpensive menu. Breakfast is included. Price: $13-20
5 Posada Doña Angelina 4 C Poniente 33 7832 5173 Old-school travellers' place where many of the 42 small rooms are a bit gloomy, but there's usually space available. Has a secure store room where you can leave your baggage. Price: $8-12
6 Author Pick Posada Juma Ocag Av Alameda Santa Lucía Norte 13 7832 3109 An excellent choice at the upper end of the budget category, this is a very well-run little hotel owned by a hospitable family. Eight spotless, comfortable, if smallish, rooms are decorated with local fabrics; all have good beds, a wardrobe or clothes rack, private bathroom, and reading lights. There's a small upper patio for relaxing, free drinking water, and a laundry room. Book well ahead. Price: $13-20
7 Yellow House 1 C Poniente 24 7832 6646 This popular hostel offers inexpensive dorms, clean bathrooms, a rooftop garden terrace and a guests' kitchen. There's free internet access and a large, healthy breakfast is included.Price: $13-20
8 Albergue Andinista 6 Av Norte 34 7832 3343 drrios@intel.net.gt Secure, good-value apartments, most with kitchens, set around a peaceful garden bursting with flowers, with discounts for stays of a week or more. Daniel Rios, the English-speaking owner, is a good host and also provides luggage storage. Price: $31-40
9 Author Pick Alcazár del Toboso Callejón del Hermano Pedro 12 7832 3600 www.hotelalcazardetoboso.com An outstanding place to stay, in spacious grounds, for those who don't mind being a 10min walk from the parque. The gorgeous, large and artistically-decorated rooms, some with little balconies, are light and airy with solid-wood furniture, and are set on two levels around two grassy courtyards. Very tranquil and there's ample parking and wi-fi. Price: $31-40
10 Author Pick Casa Cristina Callejón Campo Seco 3A 7832 0623 www.casa-cristina.com This spotless small hotel is superb value for money, with ten very clean and attractive rooms, all with private hot-water bathrooms and bedside reading lights, and some with fridges. There's a rooftop sun terrace, free coffee, drinking water, wi-fi and internet. It's set on a quiet street a 10min walk north of the plaza. Price: $21-30
11 La Casa de Santa Lucía 2 Av Alameda Santa Lucía Norte 21 7832 6189 Popular, good-value hotel with secure and spacious, if a little plain, rooms, all with decent beds and private hot-water baths. Has a roof terrace and parking, but don't expect too much in the way of service. There are two other nearly identical branches: No. 1, Alameda Santa Lucía Sur 9 ( 7832 3302), and No. 3, at 6 Av Norte 43A ( 7831 1386). Price: $21-30
12 Hostal El Montañes 6 C Poniente & 5 Av Sur 7832 8804 www.hostalelmontanesantigua.com A charming B&B with spotless rooms (most with private bathroom) run by friendly locals. There's a lovely sitting room, with a high vaulted ceiling, piano and TV/DVD player. They'll cook up whatever you like for breakfast, and there's internet access in the lobby. Price: $41-60
13 Hotel Aurora 4 C Oriente 16 7832 0217 www.hotelauroraantigua.com Antigua's original hotel occupies a fine colonial building with seventeen spacious rooms grouped around a lovely grassy courtyard and fountain. It's a little old-fashioned, but comfortable and well located. Breakfast included. Price: $61-80
14 Hotel Los Pasos 9 C Oriente 19 7832 5252 www.hotellospasos.com Offering real colonial character, this small hotel has very good-value rooms, tastefully presented with exposed stone walls and Maya textiles, all with private bathroom and cable TV. The gardens and communal areas are equally attractive, and there's a lovely beamed dining-room complete with niches and a stately fireplace. Breakfast included. Price: $41-60
15 Author Pick Hotel Posada San Pedro 7 Av Norte 29 7832 0718 www.posadasanpedro.net Offering exceptional value for money, this classy hotel occupies a stunning colonial residence, with immaculate, spacious rooms, all with hand-carved wooden furniture and private bathrooms (with tubs). Accommodation is grouped around two garden patios, with plenty of little sitting areas as well as a guests' kitchen, and it's located on a quiet street. The hotel's second branch, at 3 Av Sur 15 ( 7832 3594), is not quite as attractive and has smaller rooms, but is still good value. Price: $41-60
16 Hotel Santa Clara 2 Av Sur 20 7832 0342 Tranquil location and spacious, clean rooms – most with two double beds and all with private bath (some have tubs) – set around a pleasant little courtyard. Parking available. Price: $21-30
17 Posada La Merced 7 Av Norte 43A 7832 3197 www.merced-landivar.com Well-run and welcoming Kiwi-owned hotel with 23 cheerful rooms (those at the rear look onto a garden patio), all with reading lights, safes, spotless private bathrooms, and bright bedcovers made from local textiles. Children's playroom, well-equipped kitchen, good travel information and wi-fi. Price: Hotel $41-60Price: selfcat $100 and above
18 Posada San Sebastián 3 Av Norte 4 7832 2621 snsebast@hotmail.com Charming, conveniently located establishment with nine rooms, each decorated with antiques and artwork. There's also a gorgeous little bar, a roof terrace, complimentary breakfast and a chatterbox parrot called Lorenzo. Price: $41-60
19 La Tatuana 7 Av Sur 3 7832 1223 latatuana@hotmail.com Small hotel with five bright rooms, all with private bath and decent-quality beds, though they vary quite a bit: some are spacious and attractive, others could use a little more TLC. Enjoys a quiet location and has a roof terrace. Price: $31-40
20 Casa Azul 4 Av Norte 5 7832 0961 www.casazul.guate.com An elegant hotel just off the plaza, with huge stylish rooms – those on the upper level enjoy great city views, while some on the lower floor lack natural light – in a grand converted mansion. Sauna, hot tub and a delightful pool; breakfast is included. Price: $81
21 Casa Encantada 9 C Poniente 1 7832 7903 www.casaencantada-antigua.com Boutique-style hotel with ten immaculate rooms, most with a four-poster bed, and all with delightful bathrooms. There's a small pool, a rooftop bar and full breakfast is included. Price: $100
22 Casa Santo Domingo 3 C Oriente 28 7832 0140 www.casasantodomingo.com.gt . A dramatic and impressive place to stay, this converted colonial-era convent has real atmosphere with corridors bedecked in ecclesiastical art and the grounds (with two pools and a museum) are huge. Despite the evocative surrounds there's a slightly impersonal feel to the place; service can be distracted and the rooms, though spacious, are due for an upgrade. Price: $100
23 Author Pick Cissus 6 C Poniente 41 7832 0643 www.cissushotel.com Taking the hip hotel concept to new heights, this stunning new place has real style, with lovely sitting areas and a palm-filled garden. All the accommodation, mixing contemporary and colonial styles, is wonderful, but suite #2, which has a private roof terrace with views on three sides, really stands out. Price: US$172
24 The Cloister 5 Av Norte 23 7832 0712 www.thecloister.com A stylish, luxurious B&B with seven beautifully furnished suite-sized rooms around an exquisite tropical garden. Well-stocked private library and reading room, wi-fi and a handy location (almost under Antigua's famous arch).Price: US$120
25 Hotel Quinta de las Flores C del Hermano Pedro 6 832 3721 www.quintadelasflores.com This hotel's spectacular garden – with swimming pool and children's play area – is its real trump card, a wonderful oasis bursting with rare plants, shrubs and trees. The rooms and casitas (each sleeping five, with two bedrooms and kitchen) are all attractively decorated, and there's also a restaurant. It's a 10min walk south of town. Price: $61
26 Author Pick Mesón Panza Verde 5 Av Sur 19 7832 2925 www.panzaverde.com Defining the boutique-chic hotel sector in Antigua, this gorgeous place has commodious doubles and suites spread throughout two colonial-style buildings. The hotel is also home to one of Antigua's premier restaurantsand an art gallery, while other perks include a lap pool and a healthy complimentary breakfast. Price: $81