Hotel Villa Santa Catarina

Santa Catarina Palopo is a bit off the main circle around lake Atitlan and cannot even be accessed by public boats, only more expensive private lanchas. The other option is a tuk-tuk to reach it from Panajachel in around 15-20 minutes. The hotel is very close to the waterfront and the first level rooms offer great lakeviews. This tiny village is home to some of the best weaving in Guatemala and such artisanal work is the main decoration around the hotel giving it a real authentic feel. Staff spoke some minimal English but knowing Spanish is definitely a huge plus here. This would be a great place for guests who don’t want to wonder around much, just enjoy lovely hospitality surrounded by lakeviews and mountains for a few days.

The property was lovely. Restaurant was good, along with excellent service. Great location next to the lake.

A lovely setting on the shores of the lake. The hotel is also located in pretty grounds with a big outdoor swimming pool surrounded by trees, cactus and lawns. It’s also a short walk to the main square of the town and to the lake. All the guest rooms overlook the pool and have an outdoor covered balcony with outdoor furniture. The rooms are rustic in design but quite comfortable. There are two single beds & a desk & chair. The bathroom has a large walk in shower. There are minimal amenities. But the room is very clean. There is a Tv but only has a few local channels. There is wifi around the property stronger near reception but not great in the guest rooms Breakfast is a set menu and changes a bit each day. It’s all tasty. Staff do their best & are friendly.

The staff

Vista espectacular

Buen ambiente , muy linda vista y la comida muy rica, con un sabor personalizado y sazon propio

Wonderful place to be

Very nice heritage hotel near Lake Atitlan. Most rooms have a view over the pool and lake to the volcanoes in the distance. The hotel is not in the main town of Panajachel, but has a nice restaurant for breakfast and dinner. I would recommend this hotel if you are visiting Lake Atitlan and want to avoid the busier towns.

The hotel was nice, but I did not like the bugs in my room. My waiter, Osman, was very kind. However, the front desk clerk, Glendy, was rude and unhelpful.

The hotel is well maintained presently located and quiet. It is in the proximity of the town center an very close to the lake Atitlan. A great place to relax after touring other places.