Hotels With Pool in Departamento de Solola, Guatemala

This review is something of a compromise as I did not read the small print and missed that this ‘hotel’ is really for large parties who are happy to self-cater. The rooms / suites are big, and the lounge area has a fridge, sink, microwave and cooker - as well as a barbecue on the upstairs patio. If you have arrived with a car and can shop easily then this is for you. However, only breakfast is catered for regularly (with not much choice) and lunch only if prebooked. Other than that - no food or drink is available at all! So bring your own ‘bar’ as well. The small garden, pool, outdoor dining, beach with kayaks etc are very sweet - and peaceful. My wife loved it; I managed as we could easily walk around to the larger Hotel Atatlan - where the large restaurant and bar always seemed to be open!

The accommodation looks just like the pictures – the room was clean, and there were some nice shared spaces with options to play ping pong and billiards. However, there were a few downsides. The room didn’t have blackout curtains, so it got very bright as early as 5 AM. The front door was quite thin, and there was constant noise coming from a generator house next to the room. The staff were professional, but we didn’t feel the genuine friendliness we’ve experienced in other places. Breakfast was decent, though it felt a bit soulless and was relatively expensive for what it offered.

I booked a “suite” / room with ensuite bathroom. The room was spacious, the bed comfortable. However hot water in the shower was rather lukewarm. Also, no one came to make the bed / clean for 2 days. There was also a lot of noise from the street going to the harbour. The pool could be heated up considering it was not crazy warm ouside. Net, poor value for money (125$/night)

Will recommend if you're looking for a beautiful lake view. The rooms weren't soundproof, could hear loud music and people walking around late at night. The buffets overpriced, and there were not many vegetarian options.

Beautiful gardens, great location overlooking the lake. But very bad WiFi and helicopter does land constantly at the hotel so can be noisy, also no gym facility. But decent pool and nice jacuzzi.

The view from this hotel is excellent. You get amazing viewpoints of lake atitlan here. The interior and detailing of the property is excellent. Overall, it is a good stay.

+ Nice view from the top floor, helpful stuff, breakfast was delicious. - No wifi in the room on the top floor and in the breakfast space, no safety box in the room.