Published 28th Jun. 2021
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The welcoming rooms in this converted family coffee farm are individually decorated with traditional Guatemalan textiles and furniture.
Each bathroom boasts ceramic tile floors and marble walls, along with hand-crafted frames for the large mirrors. All of the bedrooms have private balconies, making the most of their privilaged position overlooking the lake.
The hotel has a good restaurant, bar and terrace, and the large garden is home to many exotic birds as well as a swimming pool that overlooks the volcanoes.
Why We Love It
Much of the hotel was designed by the owner.
90 miles from Guatemala City, Casa Palopó is a beautiful villa built on the hills surrounding Santa Catarina Palopó village, on the shores of Lake Atitlan.
Each suite is furnished cozily and even the bathrooms have floor-to-ceiling windows, plus private sun decks. The rooms are all individually decorated, each painted in bright colors and containting grand furniture that reflects Guatemala's Mayan heritage.
Casa Palopó has a luxurious lounge with an open fireplace, a gourmet restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating, a small swimming pool and a gym. In addition, there is a fully stocked bar and varied wine list and massage treatments are available in the bedrooms.
Why We Love It
The location is superb and means that all rooms have beautiful views overlooking the lake and its three volcanoes.
Boasting one of the largest Indigenous populations in the Americas, Guatemala is a fascinating destination for those keen on culture and history. From visiting a local textile workshop in Lake Atitlan to discovering Mayan ruins, we’ll design a trip to suit you. Hike through jungle reserves for a dose of nature, or marvel at colonial Antigua on a city walking tour. No two Guatemala holidays are the same, but our local guides will show you that there’s more to this destination than first meets the eye. When it comes to accommodation, be it a lakeside lodge or glamping in the jungle, we've got something for everyone.
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