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For years, San Pedro La Laguna has been the main base on Lake Atitlan for budget backpackers and those more focussed on cheap cocktails and cervezas than crystals and chakra realignment.
It’s the reason we stayed there on our first Guatemala trip, and we knew it would be a good barometer to see how much Lake Atitlan had changed in the decade since.
Give or take a few business shutting down and opening up, lakeside guesthouses adding new floors, and more concrete structures dotting the hills, it was striking how similar San Pedro felt.
Red tuk-tuks still zipping down a rabbit-warren of concrete alleys, waterfront restaurants perched on stilts or concrete blocks, Spanish school signs painted in primary colours, and a nightlife that often can go on long after darkness has fallen on the surrounding volcanoes.
Whilst neighbouring San Juan is a better pick for people looking to have a quieter, more immersive experience, and San Marcos is more popular for those with bigger budgets or looking to get involved in spiritual and holistic wellness retreats, San Pedro trends younger, livelier, noisier, and cheaper.
However, surrounded by lush mountains and hugging the shore, it also offers more than its reputation as a gringo party town by the lake. While it may not suit everyone as a base, it boasts pockets of tranquility and culture, and remains one of Guatemala’s top choices for learning Spanish, with an abudance of language schools catering to slow and long-term travellers.
With this travel guide, we want to help you plan your stay or day trip. From where to eat + drink and the best things to do in San Pedro, we’ve also shared the lowdown on transport connections and the pick of the places to stay for your travel style.
We’ve also got some really important insight on travel safety for the Volcán San Pedro and Indian Nose hikes, and why you need to be extra careful when waiting for early morning shuttles.
Learn / Spanish at one of several language schools
Rent / A kayak and paddle the lake
Eat / At one of the village’s many excellent restaurants – we loved Pizzeria El Callejon and Cafe Idea Connection
Drink / This is a party town after all. Join one of the pub crawls or head to Bar Sublime
Hike / The Indian nose (but only with a tour)
Explore / It’s a great base for exploring the other villages
Take / A Guatemalan cooking class
Visit / Tz’Unun Ya’ Museum
Stay / Party at Mr Mullet’s or chill at Hotel Amigos. Sababa is for those like things a little more fancy. Alternatively, Casa Lobo is a great quiet retreat in San Pedro
HOW TO GET TO San Pedro la Laguna
San Pedro is one of the two main gateways to Lake Atitlán, and there are now several direct shuttles to the town from elsewhere in Guatemala.
· From Xela | 3 hours
· From Antigua | 3.5 – 4.5 hours
· From Guatemala City | 6+ hours
· From El Paredón| 4+ hours
Note that journey times to the other main gateway town – Panajachel – are typically an hour quicker than San Pedro, so you are often still quicker to take the more readily available shuttles to it, then jump on a boat for 30-40 minutes to reach the main dock in San Pedro.
You can book shuttles in person at most hostels and travel agencies, or find schedules and easily book tickets online in advance here.
For more detail on all of the above routes, plus the public transport alternatives, check out our main guide on How To Get To Lake Atitlan
If you’re travelling to San Pedro on a day trip from another base on the water, then going by boat is going to be the best option.
The main transportation around Lake Atitlan, they’re affordable, scenic, and (largely) enjoyable way to move between the various towns and villages, and there are regular shared services across the lake to San Pedro.
The route and stops will usually be Panajachel – Santa Cruz – Jaibalito – Tzunuma – San Marcos – San Juan – San Pedro, and you’ll arrive at the main dock (here on Google Maps)
It’s first-come-first-served for seats, cash only, and paid on board; note that locals pay less than visitors, but you shouldn’t pay more than 25Q per person.
When you arrive at the main dock, go up the stairs and you’re on backpacker alley, and continue up the hill to go to the town centre.
Lastly, you can also get to San Pedro from neighbouring San Juan with a 10-minute tuk-tuk.
We’ve shared much more advice on routes, costs, scams, and tips for smoother journeys in ‘How To Get Around Lake Atitlan’ – and we highly recommend giving it a read before you arrive there.
The Best THINGS TO DO IN San Pedro
LEARN SPANISH BY THE LAKE
As we’ve mentioned in our guides to Antigua and Quetzaltenango, we know from personal experience just how good a place Guatemala is if you really want to learn or improve your Spanish.
Aside from the affordability of one-on-one classes and excellent opportunities to practise outside the classroom, the schools are largely set-up around the rhythms and needs of backpackers and travellers.
We spent 10 days at a language school in the former capital but, for those want to be out of the city or spend longer around Lake Atitlan, San Pedro offers up the best range of options:
Cultural Spanish School| Lakeside classes, with prices starting at $110 USD x 15 hours of lessons
The Cooperativa Spanish School | Prices start at $120 x 15 hours, and the school has a strong focus on supporting social projects in the local community
San Pedro Spanish School | Classes take place in lush gardens, and prices start at $135 x 15 hours
Lake Atitlan Spanish School | 950Q ($120USD) for 15 hours of teaching, and 100% of the $15 registration fee goes toward social projects.
To add a whole new facet to the experience, as well as give yourself the opportunity for cultural and linguistic immersion, all the schools offer homestay packages too. The rates becomes better value the more hours per week you add on, but if you’re on a very strict budget, consider buddying up with another traveller to do cheaper 2-on-1 lessons. There are also a few more schools around town that don’t really have an online presence, but which may offer even better rates.
If you are on a short-term trip, it’s a good idea to book your place in advance but, for longer, slower backpacking trips, it’s better to turn up, ask questions, and get a feel of the school you like most.
We would love to be able to give you a solid personal recommendation on a school in San Pedro, but it wouldn’t be fair. So, if you have a fantastic (or not so fantastic) experience at one, do share it in the comments to help travellers like you!
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Rent A Kayak
Heading out with a kayak is a wonderful way to try to wrap your head around the fact that you’re on a crater lake encircled by three volcanoes, as well the deepest and highest altitude lake in Central America.
Due to the afternoon xocomil causing choppier waters, it’s best to head out in the morning when the water is smoothest and there is a better chance of the volcano peaks not being capped by cloud.
As well as hostels, there are a bunch of places renting kayak both sides of the main dock, with prices generally around 15-20Q per hour. If in doubt, head to Diego’s (maps). There are also paddle boards available, but you’ll have to put in a shift if you want to go anywhere more scenic along the shoreline with one, so it’s best to opt for the kayak.
Note that you can realistically kayak over to the unmissable Cerro Tzankujil in San Marcos, but you will not be able enter it without parking the kayak and buying a ticket. La Playa Cristalina is half an hour away and a likely stop but, as we mention later, one should not get excited by any beaches on Lake Atitlán.
Travel Better Tip // If you really want to be active and out on the lake a lot, then you should consider staying in the more isolated Santa Cruz rather than San Pedro. It’s a great alternative for backpackers due to the highly recommended La Iguana Perdidahostel, and it’s now firmly established as the place for aquatic adventures.
Lakeside (and not so lakeside) Eating
For our money, San Pedro has the best and most diverse dining options on Lake Atitlán.
That’s underpinned by the number of travellers that have ended up calling it their permanent home – with Italians, Israelis, Japanese, and many others opening up restaurants over the years – and it’s long-term status as the backpacker hub.
So, alongside several typical Guatemalan places, you can really fill your boots if you’ve been craving certain flavours and know where to look down the backstreets.
The town also has more restaurants overlooking the lake than the other towns, making it a great spot for breakfast or lunch on a clear day.
These are our favourites – and just note that some have quite limited opening days:
Pizzeria El Callejon|Italian-owned, it may not be what you’ll find in Napoli, but it’s amongst the very best pizzas you’ll find in Lake Atitlan and some of the best we ate across two trips to Guatemala. Decent wine by the glass too.
Restaurante Pizzeria Da Alfredo | Another Italian-run spot, they offer decent pizzas (from what we saw), but we’d recommend heading there instead for the excellent homemade fresh pastas and a glass of wine. Really well priced for the quality of the food.
Kamui | The go-to spot for sushi in San Pedro, their tagline of ‘almost vegetarian’ is a bit of a stretch (there’s definitely a lot of fish on the menu) but they do have plenty of meat-free and tofu options. Worth checking to see what their nightly specials are as they run some decent offers throughout the week.
Pita Sabij | Pitas stuffed with meat or excellent falafels, this was a quick stop when looking for food after 9pm and turned out to be one of our favourite meals in San Pedro. Try and grab the bench overlooking the lake if eating there during the day.
Shanti Shanti| Perhaps don’t come here if you’re in a rush, but this restaurant overlooking the water is a lovely spot for an informal quiet lunch or dinner – the tables are on lots of different levels making it feel quite peaceful. The menu is fairly varied and we can absolutely recommend the fish ceviche and camarones al ajillo.
Cafe Idea Connection |This lovely little cafe has an extensive breakfast menu but we highly recommend doing like we did and grabbing a croissant, a cappuccino and chilling in the garden before starting your day. There’s a tendency for places to charge quite ludicrous prices for decent baked goods in Guatemala (we’re looking at you Sabada), but those here are really affordable. Coffee lovers should eschew the bowl-sized cappuccinos and ask for a stronger coffee though.
They also sell lots of European cheeses if you have been travelling for a few months and fancy a treat.
Alternatively, if you’d prefer a super healthy breakfast, head to Forbidden Fruit on the lakefront for one of their excellent smoothie bowls.
Al Tempo | This little bakery may be too far out of the way for some (it was handily located a couple of minutes walk from our airbnb), but is a must-visit if you’re craving good sourdough bread or authentic focaccia. They also have a small restaurant serving what looked like proper Napoli-style pizza that we didn’t get a chance to try, and host regular, intimate music events – there was a wonderful jazz night happening on a balmy night during our stay.
Nearby Cafe Chuasinayi nearby serves up excellent Guatemalan coffee, with various espresso-based options plus pour overs, in a non-hipster setting.
Jakuu’ | Simple restaurant serving up traditional Guatemalan fare plus a surprisingly large number of real Mexican dishes. A good choice if you’re wanting some proper, unpretentious food at a good price.
Fifth Dimension | Offering a strictly vegan and vegetarian menu, it’s not the fanciest spot to dine, but it serves up a decent range of meat-free meals that don’t just rely on white carbs and cheese – there’s a lot of whole food options and there’s a lovely view from the upstairs terrace.
We didn’t visit Vegan Atitlan, but the small menu of meat-free but meaty sounding dishes sounded interesting.
Tacoyaki Japan Ramen | This little hole-in-the-wall spot produces the most incredible and authentic Japanese ramen. It’s a one-man show (the owner is also the chef), and he only makes enough for 10 servings of each type, each day he’s open, so be sure to head there early if you want to try! Opening hours tend to be 12pm to 7pm but he will close early if already sold out.
Smokin’ Joes’ BBQ | Obviously not one for the veggies, but people we met raved about this meat-heavy spot (that oddly enough has its own pool). They also host a weekly BBQ buffet every Sunday which is particularly popular.
The Clover | San Pedro’s Irish pub that isn’t really an Irish pub was a pretty tame affair in the middle of the day (they’ve got a lovely garden area), but the food was surprisingly good. The menu is several pages long and very international, with a good mix of veggie/vegan and meat dishes – we can highly recommend the Thai tofu noodle soup which contained more than enough veggies to make up for the alcohol excesses of the night before.
Sabada | The stylish spot overlooking the lake is super popular, especially for breakfast and lunch. Our breakfast was a bit meh for the price, but the view and terrace is amongst the nicest in town. The pastries looked phenomenal but some cost more than we’d pay back home!
Late-Night Drinking
What a ‘party town’ looks like is quite subjective.
Some of you may be picturing something ubiquitously raucous and debaucherous with huge clubs, thumping music, and several groups of British teenagers puking up in buckets on street corners.
The sort of place you’ll find in the places we avoid in Spain and in Thailand.
San Pedro isn’t that, but it is somewhere that social travellers and locals come to have a good time. The ‘out out’ places are concentrated into a few areas, which means the whole town isn’t taken over every night and therefore isn’t a write-off entirely for travellers who aren’t quite as party-focussed for their time in Lake Atitlán.
However, some travellers should absolutely consider staying over in San Juan instead so they can dip in and out on their own terms…
To underpin its salubrious credentials, there’s even a regular organised pub crawl held by Guatecrawls on Tuesdays and Fridays (150Q) starting at 5pm. There’s also something called ‘Sloppy Saturdays’ costing 175Q from 4.30pm. Both start at 420 Bar, which also holds nightly events.
It’s not our sort of thing, but sharing it with you here so you can join or avoid!
Another reliable option for 5-7pm happy hours, nights out, and socials is Bar Sublime on the main backpacker street by the dock – it’s not somewhere we’d recommend for food or during the day though. The music choice can also be bloody awful some nights.
Much more sedate for a pint and hang out is nearby The Alegre Pub.Owned by a Dundee United fan, but we’ll forgive him, it’s an old school traveller bar popular with locals too – head up to the upper deck pitchers of beer and pool tables with a view.
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Not to be like your mum and dad (but totally to be like your mum and dad), here’s a few pointers for newbies to Guatemala and Central America:
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don’t be a dick – this is a town where people come to enjoy themselves but it’s also home for many many more people.
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the local community and culture is conservative in many ways so, whilst the inside of the hostel or bar may feel like a wild night out back home, that shouldn’t carry on outside.
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don’t go night-swimming or skinny-dipping in the lake.
Lastly, you’ll see various local women going into the bars to sell nuts, trinkets and souvenirs. We had long conversations with two of them, at their insistence, after purchasing a couple of items, and buying something from them is a positive. However, we don’t encourage purchasing from any kids who are selling the same items.
The Volcan San Pedro Predicament
Oh how we wish we could give you a full-throated endorsement to do this hike, as well our personal report on the trail.
Unfortunately, despite visiting Lake Atitlán a decade apart, we’ve never summited Volcán San Pedro due to the issue of consistent armed and sometimes violent robberies at the peak.
Thefts on trails around Lake Atitlán have been an issue for years*, but they’ve been particularly prevalent on this 3-4 hour hike: we hoped that by 2024 it would have changed.
The semi-permanent stationing of armed police near the summit a couple of years ago underlined how serious the issue was, but the organised banditos simply shifted their tactics to target hikers at the very top. The theory then came to be that going up with a local tour guide would prevent any issues, but there were still frequent reports from groups and their guides being targeted – you can find severalhere and here – with some robberies simply occurring before the police turned up for their shift!
We’ve travelled extensively in Latin America over the last decade – about three years cumatively – and we are not the type to overly dramatise. It’s a hike we would have easily done independently, but our research and the majority of local and online reports made it clear that the risk still just wasn’t worth the reward.
Also, we had climbed a half-dozen other volcanoes in Guatemala on that trip, so could live with the consequences!
If you are going to attempt it, we still suggest scoping out options to go with a local guide or group, and do ask around at your hostel or accommodation to get an idea of the current situation. Also, the hike should be done early in the morning to give yourself a better chance of clear.
Update December 2024 / According to recent reports on the Volcan San Pedro page on AllTrails, the situation appears to have dramatically improved in the last six months (finally!). However you still need to be cautious, do your research, and do not take up anything you’d devastated to lose (including passport).
*this is also why our hiking group was given an armed police escort for sunrise at Indian Nose, whilst there was a spate of robberies of travellers waiting in the street for the 5am shuttles.
Hike The Indian Nose For Sunrise
Our second trip to Lake Atitlan began at its most stunning viewpoint, watching the sun rise above the peaks of Tolimán, Atitlán, and San Pedro, with the still lake mirroring the changing light.
We both love to hike and travel slow, so the decision to walk for three days from Quetzaltenango to Lake Atitlan wasn’t actually difficult. There were so many meaningful memories from the experience, but hiking along road in the pitch black at 4am to the Indian Nose with an armed police escort was certainly one of the most bizarre!
The peak – La Nariz del Indio in Spanish – isn’t that difficult to access via the trails arriving from nearby San Juan and Santa Clara. However, robberies specifically targeting hikers in daylight and darkness there are rife, hence why the fantastic non-profit Quetzaltrekkers always has two police there for groups heading to Indian Nose for sunrise.
So, despite the walk being very manageable for most and something we’d usually do and recommend doing independently, we simply cannot for the Indian Nose at present*.
The risk remains far too high.
Instead, you really do have to opt for a guided tour to give yourself more certainty, as well as a guarantee of making it up in time to actually beat and enjoy the sunrise. You can find them offered in San Juan and every other town, but this sunrise hike tour is very highly-rated if you wish to book in advance.
Alternative, this tour also sets off from San Pedro and is cheaper.
If you have a positive experience with a local tour guide, then do let us know in the comments!
We’ve gone into more detail on the long-running disputes about land and access – as well as the planned muggings on some trails – in 23 Things To Know Before You Visit Lake Atitlan.
We’ll also be writing a travel journal on our three-day walk from Xela to Lake Atitlan but, if you’d like to know more, we did it with the fantastic non-profit Quetzaltrekkers. They do great work, and also offer a number of other volcano hikes and multi-day treks in Guatemala.
*if the situation ever does improve, please do let us know in the comments or via e-mail.
Explore The Towns Of Lake Atitlan
From San Pedro, you’re easily able to get out and across the lake to visit one or two of the other towns.
The boats toward Panajachel set off every 20-30 minutes from the main dock (maps), so it’s straightforward to do everything independently, and from there you’re easily able to go swimming in San Marcos, free diving in Santa Cruz, or off-the-beaten track in Santa Catarina Palopo.
From the dock on the other side of town (maps), you can also take a boat in the other direction to go in search of Maximón over in the lesser-visited Santiago.
For nearby San Juan though, you can simply walk or take a 10-minute tuk-tuk for 15Q per person. They’re always zipping up and down the narrow streets but, if in doubt, you’ll usually find one at the main pier.
For more inspiration and ideas, make sure to check out our guide on The Best Things To Do in Lake Atitlan (published soon).
Do A Guatemalan Cooking Class
If we had one more day in San Pedro, this is absolutely how we’d have spent it.
There are two highly-rated options in town, each involving a visit to buy ingredients in San Pedro’s market, several courses of traditional dishes, and a lot of cultural insight into Guatemala’s produce and palate. They both have excellent reviews as well:
· Mayan Kitchen Cooking Class | +502 5824 7440
· The House Of The Traveler Cooking Class | +502 4976 2476
Both offer group and private classes in Spanish or English, with vegetarians and vegans catered for. With The House of The Travel, you can opt for a three-hour class for 450Q per person, or a five-hour one for 550Q. If you’re a family with younger kids, the Mayan Kitchen with Anita is probably the one to lean toward.
The best way to get in touch with them to find out more or book is via the above WhatsApp numbers.
Visit Museum Tz’Unun Ya’
The little Tz’Unun Ya’ Museum won’t take up much of your day and is a worthwhile stop.
Off the main backpacker drag, it’s the place to learn more about the creation and geology of Lake Atitlan (a high altitude crater lake remember) and its trio of volcanoes, as well as aspects of Mayan heritage and Tz’utujil culture. There’s also a small display of photos and a film on life around the lake before tourism arrived.
It only takes about 30 minutes to go round on your own, but it would be more worthwhile to take up the offer of the free Spanish speaking tour they offer as we definitely didn’t get the full experience doing it independently.
The museum is open 9am-5pm Monday to Friday, and you can find it here on Google Maps. Entrance is 35Q, cash only.
A Few More Things To Do in San Pedro
Despite having a week on Lake Atitlan split between bases on San Marcos and San Pedro, we still couldn’t do and see everything. So, here are few more wee suggestions from our list and that we saw advertised around town:
· Go Diving Atlantis is the only dive company in town, and the guys are super friendly if you pop in to their store.
· You may see or hear of a few beaches on the other side of San Pedro, but we don’t think they’re worth venturing toward or getting excited about based on our experience.
· Keep an eye out for several big, bold pieces of street art celebrating locals and Mayan culture, with a particular lovely tribute Iyoom Chona Rex by the Santa Catalina port.
· There are daily yoga classes at Sababa Resort for 50Q – contact @maya_yoga on Instagram for more info.
· If based here for more than a couple days, do try to get off the main backpacker drag by the dock and up the hill into the town centre. The best startpoint is Parque La Puerta Hermosa (maps), where you’ll find the main market, and then take follow your nose and gut from there!
· We passed it every day but never made the time to go to Los Thermales, a highly-rated place where they offer massages, hot tubs, and lake views. Find them here on Google Maps and get in touch via their Facebook page.
WHERE TO STAY IN San Pedro
Hostels in San Pedro
Mr Mullet’s | When somewhere boldly claims to be the largest party hostel in Guatemala, you know there’s no point staying there if fancy a chilled couple of days. With daily happy hours, twice-weekly pub crawls, beer bong tournaments and theme parties, for those whose priority is getting their drink on however, Mr Mullet’s is the place to be (and the standard of the accommodation likely comes second).
Hotel Amigos | Don’t let the name fool you, this is definitely a hostel! Nothing fancy, but it’s got a good location on one of San Pedro’s main streets for those that want to be close to the action. The dorms are a little basic but it’s got a kitchen and pretty decent roof terrace area, plus a few private rooms.
Hotels & Guesthouses in San Pedro
Casa Lobo | The location a little further out of town (you’d likely need a tuk tuk to get in and out) won’t suit everyone but if you’re looking for a relaxing retreat by the lake, with wonderful views and fantastic facilities – like a swimming pool and lovely communal areas – you should definitely take a look. They offer several different room types from doubles to two-bed houses and even dorm beds.
Hotel Mikaso is in a lovely quiet location with a wonderful view but many reviews mention it’s a little rundown so wouldn’t be our first pick.
Sababa | This resort – located on the road to San Juan – looks like it should be an all-inclusive somewhere on the Med rather than a hotel on Lake Atitlán, particularly the pool area. Personally, it feels a little incongruous to us, but it’s proving to be a popular spot in San Pedro. They also offer dorms, but a bed costs much more than elsewhere in Guatemala. Not a pick if you want a quiet night’s sleep though.
There are quite a few local-run hospedajes in San Pedro, of varying quality. There aren’t really any standout options, but a few to consider if you need to keep it cheap but don’t fancy a hostel are Hospedaje Lolita, Hotel y Restaurante Playa Linda and Joyas Del Sol Hotel.
Airbnbs, Apartments & Holiday Homes
Casita Surrounded by Nature | This little two-bedroom airbnb is where we stayed. Hidden away in a quiet part of the village, it’s the perfect size for a couple, stylishly decorated and comes with little extras like filtered water and nice toiletries. The kitchen is a little minimalist, but if you plan on eating out lots (like we did), it won’t be a problem.
The host also has a very similar property next door, alongside a handful of other highly-rated San Pedro properties – Glamping Cabin and this one-bed close to the action!
Sweet Cottage | We love this little one-bedroom cottage, just 50m from the shores of the lake. Super cosy and comfortable, it’s been thoughtfully decorated and benefits from a fantastic kitchen, and a wonderful garden and a sunroom on the second floor.
Cozy Vacation Home | This two-bedroom property in the centre of San Pedro is quite possibly the nicest airbnb in the village. Filled with handmade wooden furniture and finishes, it’s got a lovely inside/outside vibe going on, a decent kitchen and even a hot tub! Obviously this puts the price point above many others in the list, but it genuinely seems worth it.
Around a similar price point, if you’d prefer to be a little outside the centre (but still walkable) and more amongst nature, consider Oxkan’s House, a super homely property that’s full of light, has a fab kitchen and lovely terraces from which to enjoy the view.
Other two-beds that caught our eye are San Pedro Luna Azul Casita and Cozy Chalet.
Esclusivo Vista | For quality of apartment and size, its large terrace and wonderful views out over the water, at less than $50 a night, this is probably the best value airbnb in our list. It also has excellent reviews.
Apartamento Vista Spectacularhas a similar set up, but at a higher price point – the only big difference is that this one is located in the heart of San Pedro making it a better choice for nights out eating or drinking.
If you’re travelling on a tight budget and need a change from hostels, there are a few airbnbs in San Pedro that won’t break the bank, including Mini apartment Jazmín, Nice View and Guatemaya Apartment. They’re not the prettiest, but they have excellent reviews.
Smaller apartments and bungalows are much more common in San Pedro, so there aren’t that many three+ bedroom options on offer. If you need more space however, our top pick is Casa Awtal’i. Owned and hosted by a local family who will go out of their way to help, the house is decorated in a traditional Guatemalan style and full of colour. The kitchen is great for family cooking and it has a lovely terrace area.
Alternatively, you could take a look at this modern apartment that has a pool!
Our Lake Atitlan Travel Series
We are right in the middle of publishing all the guides to help you travel better by the lake, so keep an eye out or visit our Guatemala page for the latest posts.
13 Wonderful Things to Do in Lake Atitlan
Our Lake Atitlan Travel Guide
Where to Stay in Lake Atitlan
Short Guides / Santa Cruz – San Marcos – San Juan
Santiago – Santa Catarina Palopó