Finca El Espinero: A Cabin Retreat in the Highlands of Tecpán
Tucked into pine forest outside Tecpán, El Espinero feels like a different country entirely. Here’s my honest take on staying at this working farm cabin.
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Principito’s Universe: A Beautiful Family Vacation Rental In San Juan La Laguna
Principito’s Universe near San Juan La Laguna offers private lakefront villas with kitchens, jacuzzis, gardens and easy access to one of Lake Atitlán’s most interesting towns.
Reserva Patrocinio: A Beautiful Nature Lodge Beneath Santa María and Santiaguito Volcanos
Some places are beautiful, and some places make you stop in your tracks. During our two nights at Reserva Patrocinio, I walked through the forest at dawn with tears in my eyes, watched Santiaguito erupt beneath Santa María, searched for frogs and armadillos after dark, and ate breakfast surrounded by birds with volcanoes rising beyond the trees. It was one of the most magical nature stays I have experienced in Guatemala.
Orilla Casas en Ati Review: Our Favorite Family Airbnb in Santiago Atitlán
Disclosure: Our four-night stay at Orilla Casas en Ati was hosted by the property. As always, all opinions and recommendations are my own. This article also contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. I knew Orilla Casas en Ati was going to be different almost as … Read more
Hotel Casa Realeza Antigua Guatemala Review: Stay by La Merced
Casa Realeza Antigua Guatemala is a beautiful colonial boutique hotel in the heart of Antigua’s historic center, directly across from the iconic yellow-and-white La Merced Church and just a short walk from the Santa Catalina Arch, Parque Central, restaurants, cafés, and many of the city’s most famous landmarks. I stayed here with my two kids, … Read more
Eco Lodges in Guatemala: The Best Sustainable Hotels
The best eco lodges in Guatemala are the ones where sustainability is the whole reason the place exists, not a word added to the website later. I’m talking about private cloud forest reserves that protect quetzal habitat, lodges built by hand from local stone by the community that lives there, and working coffee and cacao … Read more
Hotels on Lake Atitlán: the Best Hotels and Vacation Rentals From a Local
Choosing where to stay at Lake Atitlán is not as simple as picking the hotel with the best views. The villages are different enough that the wrong base can mean spending your days on lanchas getting to where you actually want to be. This guide covers the best hotels in Lake Atitlán honestly: from the … Read more
Villa Maya: A Fantastic Family Hotel Near Tikal
If you are looking for the best family hotel near Tikal Guatemala that gives you a real jungle experience, incredible wildlife on the property, 15 kilometers of trails you can walk or bike, a beautiful pool, and comfortable spacious rooms, all within 45 minutes of Tikal National Park, Hotel Villa Maya is the answer. I have … Read more
Villa Colonial: A Boutique Hotel in Antigua Guatemala That Gets It Right
If you are looking for an affordable boutique hotel in Antigua Guatemala that is genuinely beautiful, has free parking, and does not feel like every other hotel in the city, Villa Colonial is the one I would tell you to book. I am Guatemalan, I grew up visiting Antigua, and I have stayed at a lot of hotels here … Read more
Discover Ranchitos del Quetzal: One of the Best Places to See the Resplendent Quetzal in Guatemala
Ranchitos del Quetzal is a stunning private natural reserve nestled in the heart of Guatemala’s Baja Verapaz region. Known for its lush cloud forest and incredible biodiversity, this reserve offers one of the best opportunities to see the resplendent quetzal, Guatemala’s national bird. The serene environment, combined with its commitment to ecological conservation, makes Ranchitos … Read more
