The best hotels in Antigua Guatemala

What are the best hotels in Antigua, Guatemala?

Antigua, Guatemala is full of character, with colourful colonial buildings, cobbled streets and crumbling church ruins set against a backdrop of towering volcanoes. If you're after a boutique stay, San Rafael Hotel is a real gem, with just seven individually styled rooms and a lovely garden tucked away in the historic centre. El Convento Boutique Hotel is another favourite, with beautiful rooms, peaceful courtyards and a great restaurant. Both have lots of charm and put you within easy walking distance of Antigua's main sights, cafes and restaurants.

Once Guatemala's capital, the city is packed with grand churches, colourful houses and atmospheric ruins left by centuries of earthquakes. Look out for the famous Santa Catalina Arch, then head up to Cerro de la Cruz for fantastic views over the rooftops and volcanoes. Browse the local markets for textiles and handicrafts, visit a nearby coffee plantation or spend an evening hopping between lively restaurants and bars around the main square.

Scroll down the page for our full selection of recommended hotels in Antigua, Guatemala or, for a look at different areas, read our guide to the best places to stay in Guatemala.

The Best Places to Stay in Antigua Guatemala

For foodies

• Meson Panza Verde is a chic boutique hotel boasting the finest restaurant in town. Atmospheric throughout, you can expect warm terracotta hues, opulent chandeliers, Cuban antiques and porcelain tiles. Feast on gourmet cuisine and gently sway to live music.

For a boutique base

• San Rafael Hotel is a gorgeous boutique hotel in the historic centre of Antigua. There are just seven beautifully designed rooms, traditional in style, with exposed stonework, antique furniture and beamed ceilings. A tranquil garden is the perfect spot to unwind with a drink after a day's exploring.
• El Convento Boutique Hotel is a blissful boutique hotel steeped in history and set within tranquil walled gardens. Beautiful rooms feature beamed ceilings, antique style furniture and large glass windows leading onto the gardens. The restaurant is superb and the location ideal for exploring the historic city.
• Pousada del Angel is a small boutique hotel in an original Spanish colonial Casona. Individually styled rooms feature Mayan textiles, antique furniture, wooden floors and plenty of charm. A chic rooftop terrace is the perfect spot to unwind with a drink and a small pool is the icing on the cake. Intimate and authentic.
• Villa Bokeh is a characterful boutique hotel in Antigua, with colourful Hispano-Mayan artwork, traditional details and plenty of personality. There’s an outdoor heated pool with sun loungers, a small spa for massages, and two restaurants serving Guatemalan dishes. Some rooms have private balconies or terraces, while the gardens offer a quiet spot to unwind.

For luxury

• Pensativo House Hotel is a luxury hotel packed full of charm. Traditionally styled rooms feature beamed ceilings, antique rugs and wooden floors. Sample Guatemalan cuisine in the neoclassical terrace restaurant complete with mountain views.
• Hotel Dona Leonor is a gloriously converted palace which has retained all the glamour of its former years. Enormous rooms feature antique furniture, chandeliers, tiled floors, richly textured rugs and intricately carved ceilings. A leafy central courtyard is an ideal spot to unwind with a good book.

For the ethically minded

• Good Hotel Antigua is, as its name suggests, 'good'. Offering both style and luxury in the heart of the city yet with ethical practices at the centre of this property. All profits are given to local charities and staff are selected from the local community in order to increase employment opportunities.

For great value

• Casa Encantada is a charming guesthouse in the historic centre of town. Traditionally dressed rooms feature whitewashed walls, beamed ceilings and antique furniture. A pretty garden and small pool is the ideal spot to grab a moment of quiet. An affordable base.

For an apartment or house

• If you’d prefer a self catering option, then we recommend you visit our online partner, Booking.com.

Travel information

• Fly to Guatemala City Airport which is located just 40km from the city. Travel to Antigua Guatemala by taxi or bus.
• If you would like the freedom of your own car we recommend you visit our online partner Rentalcars.
• Antigua Guatemala is a year round destination with consistently warm weather. However, the best months to visit are from November to April which is the dry season. But don't be put off visiting in the 'wet season' as rain showers don't tend to last too long.
• Antigua also plays host to a number of events from the heavily attended Semana Santa celebrations held every Easter to the International Jazz Festival which usually takes from the end of Feb to mid March. Both fascinating times to plan a trip and when you can see the whole city spring to life.

Still not sure?

• Expand your search to include all our recommendations in Panajachel or Santa Cruz La Laguna,
• Browse through all our hotels across Guatemala,
• Alternatively, contact one of our friendly Gurus for personalised advice.