Lindo, hermoso. Se llega desde barco, dormir a la par del lago fue una experiencia única!

La anfitriona fue muy amable, ayudó a llegar al lugar comunicándose con los operadores de la lancha, a la llegada explicó donde estaban todas las cosas dentro de la cabaña, muy amable también durante la salida. El lugar está impresionante con una vista hermosa, altamente recomendable. Muchas gracias.

Wir wünschten, wir immer übernachtet haben könnte! Das Dock ist der beste Ort auf dem See für stargazing! Einfach magisch.

el lugar de Mariu es increíble. Gran ubicación cerca de San Marcos, y tranquilo para una escapada tranquila. Es básico, pero perfecto para las vistas impresionantes y el tiempo de inactividad del lago de Atitlán. Se utilizó la canoa, prepararon una comida y encendió el fuego, y nos dieron una vuelta de San Marcos con el vecino. Mariu fue rápido para responder a cualquier pregunta, y lo recomendamos encarecidamente! ¡Gracias!

Exactly as we had hoped - peacefull, scenic, comfortable. A wonderful escape from the craziness of everyday life but only a boat ride away if you need more! We would like to come back and would stay for longer next time.

Der Aufenthalt hier war eine magische Erfahrung, ist der ganze Ort wie eine Traumwelt. Es ist schwer zu glauben, dass es real ist. Die Vormittage auf dem Dock, die Wellen in der Nacht Läppen, die Sonnenaufgänge, der Mond aufgeht, die Blick auf den Vulkan. Dies war ein einmal im Leben Ort zu erleben. Wir hatten Bedenken über unseren Aufenthalt hier Off Grid gewesen und nur mit dem Boot erreichbar. Aber als wir ankamen, all das fiel weg, als es super einfach war mit einem Boot in die Stadt zu bekommen, die alle 20 Minuten lief. Mariu ist wunderschön und ihre Mutter, die auf dem Grundstück lebt, ist eine einladende und warme Frau. Ich empfehle sehr ;-)

Beautiful location, incredible scenery. Extreme lack of communication from Mariu. Her mother who lived on the property was helpful but was not expecting our early arrival due to the lack of communication from Mariu. We recommend the property if you are looking for a break from a busy life. Great to switch off from the world. However, don't plan on going to town early in the morning or after 5pm as there is no boat taxi options.

El lugar era fácil de encontrar ya que la mayoría de los capitanes de los barcos saben exactamente dónde está. Hermoso lugar. Había un montón de comodidades en la cocina y hacia fuera a través de la cabina. Me encantaría volver en el futuro!

Luzmi's place is beyond words. The house is in one of the most stunning locations that I have ever stayed in...and I've been to many amazing air bnb's around the globe! Make sure you bring enough food to cook as there is very little access to town after 7:30! Seriously, if you can stay here do! It's one of the best experiences of our trip!

Staying in Luzmi's cabin was such a wonderful and magical trip. The cabin itself is beautiful, and it was very interesting and inspiring to experience living off the grid first hand. Luzmi was sweet and helpful, giving us tips for how to get around and things to do. The property that the cabin is on is also very beautiful. We spent a day swimming in the lake and using the little canoe to explore. I would definitely stay here again!

Este fue el lugar más bonito que he estado. El viaje para llegar allí en barco es muy, muy fácil y muy divertido. Reflejos: -Chilling En la cabina con vista al lago pensó de las enormes ventanas en ambos niveles. -Cocina Comidas frescas de productos en el mercado local en Panajachel. -Early am paseo en canoa : precipitarse fuera de la base en el cristal claro, sorprendentemente ligero caliente, agua. -sitting en el muelle mirando el impresionante paisaje mientras que la captura de algunos rayos cósmicos. inconvenientes: -hay realmente hay ninguno. Le recomiendo esta cabaña para un par de pájaros del amor, una familia, o un tio-cación .... todo va a gustar.

Muy agradable y limpio appartement. Bien amueblada según lo descrito. El jardín es encantadora, pero nos pareció un poco difícil para nuestros 2 años de edad hijo. Tampoco había manera de salir del lugar excepto en barco. Así que no caminar desde allí a otro pueblo. También nunca tuvimos agua caliente, pero podríamos hervir en una cacerola por lo que el problema se solucionó. Wi-Fi de conexión muy lenta. Pero todo en un solo lugar muy agradable.

Si vous êtes à la recherche d'une nuit au paradis, elle est ici. Vue imprenable, calme, atmosphère paisible, hôte accueillant et mode de vie durable. Je le recommande vivement!

A, cabane isolée romantique avec des vues spectaculaires sur les volcans à travers le Lago Atitlan.

Wow wow wow!!! Eine solche ehrfurchtgebietend schönes Zuhause Luzmi hat hier !!!! Die Ansichten fesseln und nur Ihre Wertschätzung ändern, während Sie hier bleiben !!! Leicht erreichbar mit dem Boot zu finden vor allem, wenn Sie sich daran nutzen und dem kleinen bergauf bringt dich in der Flucht aus der Realität zu regeln !!! Alles passt die Beschreibung und es ist schön, umweltfreundlich zu leben und eine neue Wertschätzung zu gewinnen, egal was Bereichen des Lebens Sie kommen aus !! Ich kann nicht zurück 100% warten !!!!

This place is wonderful! If you're looking for a place in Atitlan to relax and enjoy some rest, this is it! The house is located in the perfect place to take in views of the lake and volcanoes in peace and quiet. The view, the location, and hanging out at the private dock where definitely the highlights of our trip. Luzmi was also a great host, providing us a lot of information about how to get around the lake. Upon arrival she gave a tour of the place and even arranged a private boat for us to get groceries after the last boat had left for the day. A great host and a great location!

Im still dreaming of this beautiful place:))and even serge&agnès werent there,we had daily contact,they send me tips&were very helpful from far,also the guardian they have is such a nice person..thank you alot for this amazing stay;))highly recommended!

I loved staying here! The place is beautiful, you wake to a beautiful views, birds chirping and the lake lapping at the shore. It is secluded, private and peaceful yet perfectly located between Tzunana and San Marcos. Would definitely recommend it!

We had a great experience here. I highly recommend this place to stay when you come to Lake Atitlan. We had a very relaxing and safe stay surrounded by spectacular scenery and beautiful nature. I can't stop writing how attractive this place and host was. Space: Spacious than we thought from the Airbnb picture. Ground floor: kitchen & living room 1st floor: 2 bedrooms with big windows so that you can see lake, mountains, full of stars and energetic sunrise. I LOVED this bedroom. No AC or fans as it's pretty cool and chilly at night. Kitchen: fully equipped ever in my Airbnb experience. It even had an oven! You can cook any meal here (if you have ingredients). House was surrounded by nature and we can hear and witness birds singing and butterfly playing around. Lake is few steps down from the house. It's a really quiet place, if you like nature, 3days is not enough to be here. You will surely want to extend to a week or more! Location: Ok. House is located 15-20mins walk away (dusty road) from San Marcos centre. 5mins, 5-10Q each tuk tuk ride (on a bumpy road). No place to buy grocery or water around. You need to stock up to come here or go market in Santa Clara or San Pedro. You can get basic grocery in San Marcos centre (near boat dock) Cleaness: Clean. Place seems for renting only. Ants, spider, bee and moth were flying around but they didn't bother us. Just think like you are camping. It's a house but build in nature. Wifi: Connection was moderate. I could see YouTube videos. It cut off several times during stay but it got back automatically. Others: Host, Serge and Agnes were very quick in responding emails. They told us so many good recos which you cannot find on the guide books:) Chatting with them everyday was one of attractiveness here. We would love to come back here again... next time we will stay 2weeks here. You have so much things to do besides being in nature.

Casa Corozon war wirklich toll. Beste Dusch und Zähneputz Erfahrung bisher :) bei dem Ausblick auf die Lagune. In den nächsten Dorf San Marcos sind wir in 15 min gelaufen und haben wenn es dunkel war ein Tuk tuk genommen, haben uns aber immer sicher gefühlt. Wir haben frisches Obst und Gemüse und weitere Lebensmittel in San Marcos gekauft und selbst Frühstück gemacht und auch mal gekocht. Es gibt auf jeden Fall einige Mitbewohner (Ameisen, Spinnen) draußen, aber die kommen einen nicht zu nahe. Wir hatten auch ein eigenes großes Moskitonetzt dabei, das vorhandene war ziemlich klein für zwei und hat etwas komisch gerochen. Der Ausblick beim aufstehen war atemberaubend. Ich habe zum Schlafen Ohrstöpsel benutzt, dies doch ziemlich laut war von der Natur und dem Regen zum Teil. Ich würde definitiv wieder hin fahren und wäre auch gerne länger geblieben.

Casa Rustica had beautiful views and overall our stay was very nice. It was difficult to communicate with the attendant but the hosts were very helpful and easy to get in touch with.

What a lovely place! Serge was not around during our visit, but was always available to deal with any issues. Lovely swimming off the private dock, and the kitchen was fantastic. Would love to go back!

I booked the house only two or three days before my arrival, and I received a message with all of the information I needed for arrival almost immediately. Their guy on the ground (Miguel) always answered the phone when I called and there were zero issues with check-in or check-out. The house has as good of a view of the lake as you can get. The outdoor shower had good hot water and is a very refreshing way to start your morning. The kitchen is well equipped and well laid out. There was even filtered water supplied for us on arrival. The internet access was about 3 m/b per second, so it would even be feasible to get a little work done at the house if you are a digital nomad. It is about a 15 or 20 minute walk down a pretty rough dirt road into the town of San Marcos where all of the restaurants are, but during the day that walk is rather pleasant. At night you can get a tuk tuk from the center of town for between 15 and 30 quetzales depending on how many are in your group and your negotiation skills. Overall, my friends and I had a wonderful stay. I would definitely stay in this house again.

Endroit splendide, la vue des volcans est à couper le souffle. Endroit très sympathique et paisible. Lits confortables . Près de san Marcos. Petit problème d'eau chaude qui a été réglé en quelques heures grâce aux propriétaires qui sont très consciencieux et proactifs. Belle communication avec les propriétaires grâce à Miguel qui est sur les lieux et qui répond à vos besoins. Très belle accueil, site enchanteur . Nous sommes une famille de 4 et la maison était parfaite pour nous.

Simply the best Airbnb option in lake Atitlan. Beautiful home, stunning backdrop and exceptional instructions and service. My girlfriend and I were greeted and help with our bags by Humberto (the property caretaker) to the beautifully finished guest house. Humberto explained the ins and outs of the property as well as offering to our laundry at a very reasonable price. I cannot tell you the dire need I was in for clean clothes!!! A short rocky hike to jaibalito led us to cross paths with a number of friendly locals. Han's postada offers the best bread and goulash I have ever tasted as well all all the groceries we needed for our time at casa peidra. Big thanks to Albert and Humberto for making the stay so thoroughly enjoyable. We will be back!

La Casa en La Piedra es un lugar mágico para alojarse. Vine aquí en un viaje en solitario y no podría haber imaginado un lugar más hermoso para disfrutar de mi viaje. Las vistas de los volcanes y el lago de Atitlán son preciosos, la cocina está bien equipada con todo lo necesario para cocinar, y la hamaca es ideal para pasar la tarde leyendo. La casa está muy bien cuidada, el paisaje es hermoso, y el interior está muy bien decorado. El cuidador Humberto fue muy amable en darme la bienvenida a la casa y estaba allí para responder a cualquier pregunta que surgieron. Mientras yo estaba un poco nervioso conseguir allí la primera vez, era bastante fácil de acceder por barco. También, puede acceder a la casa desde Jaibalito- es un corto paseo de 10 minutos. Desde La Casa en La Piedra, fui de excursión a San Pedro, y también a San Marcos. Ambos son hermosos paseos. Estoy 100% recomendaría alojarse aquí- ha sido mi lugar favorito que he estado a través de Airbnb.

Fue una experiencia muy hermosa y agradable, La casa es mucho mas linda de lo que vez que n las fotografías! Las vistas son maravillosas, despertar y ver el amanecer y el lago desde el dormitorio es increíble, estamos encantados y queremos volver, el lugar es muy limpio, acogedor, único! Aunque Albert no se encontraba, Humberto el encargado fue muy amable, nos recibió y despidió en el muelle, y estuvo muy atento con nosotros. Lo unico que quiero recomendar es que si vas al pueblito de Jaibalito a pie, debes de llevar buenos zapatos para caminata no porque este lejos, el camino es muy angosto y tienes que bajar con cuidado pero es una linda experiencia! Y no dejes que los lancheros te cobren mas!!! De ahí estamos pero encantados con la casa y queremos volver!

Cela pourrait être aussi proche qu'il obtient au paradis ...

Casa en la Piedra is an amazing place surrounded by nature in Jaibalito. We never wanted to leave! Albert was a great host, he always replied to my questions promptly and made sure things were working in order and the stay was very enjoyable. The house has everything you need to cook, and the view is breathtaking. It is just incredible. I highly recommend.

This has been the best stay yet! La Casa en la Piedra is a dream spot and the host made our stay feel like home. Thank you Albert and Humberto for your hospitality!

One of the most beautiful places I have ever stayed in. Casa en la piedra, is the perfect get away to rest relax, explore and stay in. Albert's guide notes to the area were invaluable. Cooking in the outdoor kitchen was a blast, we also had dinner at isla verde one evening you need to make reservations, it is a beautiful spot right on the lake with the most delicious food. The photos of Alberts place are completely accurate, although I would say we walked around with our jaws flapping for the first hour or so. The view is amazing from anywhere you are including the toilet! The space is so enchanting it is easy to waste away the morning drinking coffee, reading books and taking in the view. We are already planning our next trip back and we are planning to stay longer!

Albert était très inquiet et attentif de notre séjour et que tout ce que nous avions besoin était en place. Vous pouvez voir des photos ce que un cadre magnifique sur le lac, mais cet endroit est la région entourant le dos et les côtés de la maison sont pleins de belles fleurs et toutes sortes de plantes et d'arbres. Lorsque vous êtes assis sur le pont vous entoure par des paysages, en plus des vues sur le lac et le lac. J'ai adoré la cuisine en plein air et le café qui est fourni. Il y a une toute nouvelle station d'accueil aussi bien et l'eau est si claire et bleu. le temps et l'expérience merveilleuse! Merci Albert.

All the rave reviews are true. Lorenzo and Beronica's place is magical and everyone I interacted with was helpful and friendly. The space is very comfortable and private and you feel a world apart despite being only a 10-minute climb from the docks. The views of the lake are unbeatable and between the view of the stars from the balcony and the fireplace in the bedroom, I didn't head into town at night at all. I can't wait to come back; my only concern is that a glowing review will make it harder to get in next time!

La Casas de Suenos - El Nido is a spectacular secluded retreat high above the magnificent Lake Atitlan. Two nights definitely were not enough as you will not want to leave this place. Waking up to beautiful views over the lake is something my wife and I will not forget. As is mentioned in the description, there are numerous insects and spiders as it is in the middle of nature. Spiders can enter the bedroom as the window frames are not sealed 100. This may be a turn off for some but we absolutely loved our time there. Make sure you ask Laurent about his chocolate, some of the nicest I have eaten.

Laurent a été extrêmement utile nous amener où nous avions besoin d'être après l'obscurité. L'endroit est un peu difficile à trouver, mais il communiquait parfaitement avec notre chauffeur de taxi en provenance de Guatemala City. Claudia, la femme qui est propriétaire de la compagnie de chocolat en bas, était aussi très utile. Elle nous a tout ce que nous avait besoin d'avoir un excellent séjour à San Marcos. Laurent n'a pas été là, mais il a répondu à toutes mes questions. San Marcos était un endroit merveilleux pour appeler à la maison pendant une semaine! Je le recommande vivement! Conseils utiles: Comment y arriver est un peu délicat. Soyez prêt à prendre les bagages et l'épicerie jusqu'à 151 escaliers. Apportez lampe frontale ou lampe de poche!

La vue est sublime ! Dans cette maison le temps s'arrête .. Allez y sans hésiter c'est magique et reposant !

Exactement comme décrit. Cet endroit est un must pour toute personne intéressée par l'architecture tropicale-volcano-bord du lac. ,, Vue imprenable, calme et paisible de colibris abondantes et une cuisine entièrement équipée pour couronner le tout. Probablement la plus belle chambre, je dois chaque séjourné. Les hôtes sont maîtres dans la fourniture de ce que vous avez besoin tout en permettant la vie privée. Bonne chance avec le chocolat faisant Laurent!

Como otros han dicho, este es un gran lugar. Se obtiene una muy buena vista de la propiedad, que está fuera del camino y todo a sí mismo, y tiene unos anfitriones. Laurent y Beronica nunca fueron muy lejos y estoy seguro de que habría ayudado en todo lo posible, si lo necesitábamos. Trae una lámpara de cabeza para el paseo por la noche y que son buenos para ir.

El Nido is an extraordinary place to stay. It is beautifully constructed into the mountainside, well equipped and very comfortable. The laid back village of San Marcos with a few good places to eat out is just steps away, but I spent most of my time relaxing on the open terrace of the house from where the views across the lake are stunning. I had a great stay and I would recommend this place to anyone. Laurent was very prompt in replying to my questions during the booking process and Veronica, who met me when I arrived, couldn't have been more pleasant and helpful. Thanks very much both for a perfect few days, and good luck with the Chocolate business!

Magical place! Highly recommend it! The setting is beautiful, the house is perfectly constructed on the hillside. As a plus the chocolate shop at the entrance has delicious treats!

Dita and her family are some of the most welcoming, kind people I have had the pleasure of meeting through Airbnb. The location itself was perfect for our stay - just far enough outside of town for some rest and relaxation (the private dock and kayak are great for swimming and exploring the lake!) but close enough to the other villages to get out and explore (just flag down a boat from the dock). If you do decide to stay here, definitely reach out to Dita and Michael for suggestions on where to eat or shop as well as transportation. Dita arranged a private boat and shuttle for us for our departure so we could sit back and enjoy our last day in the village. We're sad to be leaving and hope to come back and stay here again!

The loft is incredible. I mean the house itself is massive, spacious, comfortable and the kitchen is fully stocked. The highlight of the property though is the deck which spreads across the lakeside of the house. My girlfriend and I, enjoyed breakfast, lunch and dinner on the deck. The views of the lake and the gardens that the house is situated in were amazing. I recommend popping over to San Marcos to pick up groceries and exploring the gardens to forage for many different types of tropical fruits. Definitely cook a meal whilst you are there. The kitchen is massive with everything you need. Dita was extremely helpful via email and Dita's husband and daughter were on hand to answer any question we had during our stay. Thank you for an amazing time on the lake. Alex and Maria

The loft and view are beyond beautiful. We loved everything about our stay! I highly recommend just getting some groceries in town and using the well-stocked kitchen to cook meals and allow for full enjoyment of the loft and views. We got to meet Dita briefly, and she was great. Miguel, who works at the house, was very helpful and responsive. One of the best places to stay ever!!!

El lugar es fascinante, vale la pena conocerlo. Tiene una bonita vista al lago. Sus anfitriones se preocuparon porque todo estuviera en orden y que no faltara nada en ningún momento. Sin duda alguna es un lugar al que pensamos volver con mi pareja. Dita y Michael tienen un bonito apartamento.

The Artist's Loft was truly a pleasure to stay in. Michael was so helpful about anything that you need and there really is nothing better than the view from the deck. The kitchen is wonderful, we cooked at least half of our meals there. The maid at the main house did our laundry a couple times which was wonderful! We swam around and hung out on the dock, Michael was always very welcoming about us being on the property. It's great to not feel like you have to tip toe around. The grounds are lovely with flowers, trees, plants, birds. We just hung out on the deck for a whole day. There are a few things you should know about the loft, they did not detract from the experience for me but are worth noting. 1) The loft is up the mountain a little way from the dock. No problem for your average person and takes about a minute or two to walk up to but if you have any kind of mobility issues, you will be climbing the stairs up and down to the Lancha. It's about the equivalent of three flights of stairs if you take the shorter garden path. 2) The only town you can reasonably go to without getting a private boat in the evening is San Marcos, the Lanchas stop running from Panajachel at 7:30pm. Not a problem, great food, fun hang out spots, and an awesome vegetable stand that is open until 9pm most nights. Even if you do get a private boat from somewhere else, it's only 200Q. 3) My friend asked me to include that the neighbors dogs bark in the morning, I always slept through it but she said it could get a little loud sometimes, just a head's up if you are a very light sleeper. All in all, we had a spectacular stay at the Artist's Loft and I would highly recommend it to anyone going to visit Lake Atitlan!

This is a wonderful location and a beautiful home. After staying in the center of San Marcos for one night, this exceptional escape is what I needed. I recommend this rental and experience.

Nuestra estancia en este sitio fue excelente. La casa esta decorada con muy buen gusto y sentido practico a la (URL HIDDEN) vista del lago y los volcanes - espectaculares! Recomendamos llevar algun tipo de repelente para mosquitos. La comunicacion con Dita y Michael fue profesional, cordial y eficiente en todo momento, ademas, cuentan con una amplia red de contactos serios, amables y de excelente trato. Un lugar paradisiaco ideal para relajarse, leer y descansar.

I have to say that this is like a paradise. We reserve the Artist Loft, there we had everything nedded kitchen fully equipped, comfortable bed, nice hammock, 1 1/2 bathroom and a huge deck. It was very comfortable. Wonderful views, nice and clean. We had breakfast once and it was delicious. Dita is an excellent host, she was very friendly and always taking care of all our needs. I highly recommend this place.

Kestar was friendly and discreet. The cabin was simple but clean, and everything worked. There was even an oven! I loved that drinking water was provided. The bed was very comfortable, and I stayed toasty under the eiderdown blanket. The view and the ambiance were very peaceful and secluded. The shower had amazing pressure and real hot water. The wifi worked really well also. I fully enjoyed myself and highly recommend the place for those who enjoy rustic charm.

Karsten is a super nice guy and an awesome host - never intrusive but always available for any possible need. We stayed for 2 weeks in his self contained, rustic cottage and loved every minute. Great outlook of the volcanoes and lake, even from the very comfy bed! Magnificent sunrises and sunsets - I took hundreds of photos! Far enough out of town to enjoy an extremely peaceful and relaxing atmosphere but an easy walk to town as well. The internet connection was great too, the best we had on the lake. I would highly recommend Castro's place to anyone wanting privacy, views and tranquility. We would not hesitate returning to this little hidden oasis. Thank you Karsten for making our stay on the lake so relaxing. Adios amigo! Megan and Kenyon

I loved my time here! I instantly felt at home and super comfortable. The cabin is simple, yet perfect and Karsten is a wonderful host! He was super on top of taking care of any needs I had and even dropped off fresh fruits with the water deliveries. I would definitely recommend this place!

Spending the weekend in this cozy cabin was fantastic. Karsten made sure everything was working perfectly, and was helpful and easy to talk to. I would definitely recommend this cabin for a quiet peaceful getaway.

We had an amazing time at Castro's place. The cabin is so beautiful and has everything you need and the view is spectacular. We slept with the curtains open and woke each morning snuggly in the amazing bed, watching the sunrise over the volcanos. Castro was a great host; there when you needed him but not in the way. Amazing value for money - definitely recommended. Thanks Castro!

Plus: A wonderful view of the lake, and a cleverly constructed cabana. Minus: Rustic privy and shower, and a long walk to town.

The view is spectacular!! This doesn't get old and I don't think it ever would... wake up and at the end of your bed through the glass windows you see a panoramic view of the lake and volcanoes! TONS of spiders.. after two weeks here we have names for a few of them... Karsten is very accommodating and great communication. Perfect peaceful getaway for a couple or single person looking for alone time as it is a beautiful 15 min walk to town- must take a tuk-tuk home after dusk... everyone talks about muggings. Thanks Castro and Lake Atitlan for the incredible stay!

Was a great place to stay, very beautiful... The cabin was very nice and everything worked great. Castro is a super friendly guy and very accomodating. It's situated I feel in the perfect distance from things because if you want peace and quiet you won't be disturbed from the noise of the town etc. Thank you!

Katy is super sweet and helpful, dinner was fantastic both nights and the familiar flair was nice too. Felt really welcome at her home! If you like it more relaxed this village is for you. Hope that I will be back one time.

Rooms and bathrooms were very clean, and hot water was always available. Breakfast and dinner werent included in the price but definitely worth paying for as every meal we had was delicious. Katy was a wonderful host and did all she could to make our stay as comfortable as possible. She was happy to point out different sights, restaurants and hikes and was always about to answer questions or help us out. 10/10, would definitely come back

el lugar de Katy está decorado de colores y tiene una cama cómoda. Cuando estuvimos allí, unos pocos del personal ayudando estaban enfermos por lo que no todo transcurrió sin problemas y Katy parecía preocupado. La comida era deliciosa, y le sugerimos que tengan al menos una comida aquí.

A relaxing atmosphere that welcomes a chill crowd of travelers. Katy is lovely and a great resource for travel around the lake and attractions nearby. I spontaneously took hikes with two separate groups of guests so I'd say the hostel is a good place to meet friendly folks. The space is clean and tidy with an atmosphere of respect and curiosity. Enjoy!

Katy es un fantástico anfitrión y el albergue es precioso. Ellos hacen una deliciosa comida en el lugar o se puede explorar una pequeña variedad de restaurantes cerca. Hay excursiones a hacer en las cercanías, un lago para nadar o tomar un barco corta a cualquiera de las ciudades vecinas. Me alojaría aquí de nuevo en un latido del corazón! Gracias por todos los maravillosos recuerdos!

Everyone has bad days so maybe it was just one of them... we had gotten up early and my friend had bought a papaya she wanted to eat. To be fair, there was a sign hanging over the kitchen space that it was for staff. But there was no door and she didn't see it. She went in, rinsed the papaya and put the seeds in the trashcan. Since she wasn't going to eat it all, she opened the fridge and put it in. At this juncture, the owner came out of her room, claiming this had woken her and her dogs up (impossible to know about her but the dogs had been up for some time). She then proceeded to scream and curse out my friend for upwards of twenty minutes. She never apologized or spoke to us after that. I've tried to be as objective in telling this as possible, recognizing that we too had inadvertently broken a rule. Yet, the extremely unmeasured reaction was abusive of my friend. The lack of recognition of the same is perhaps even worse. I hate writing negative reviews... so it took me a while to think about this. I even wrote a message two weeks ago to the owner, since one of our group members had left her expensive prescription glasses there. She never responded to the message. I wish this hadn't happened and hopefully it was a rare outburst. Communication after the fact would have made me more sure that was the case.

Notre séjour à la place de Katy était absolument incroyable. Avant notre arrivée Katy était extrêmement réponse et fourni un très détaillé et place sur les orientations à sa place. Une fois que nous sommes arrivés, elle et ses bénévoles étaient extrêmement accommodant, a répondu à toutes nos questions et nous a donné quelques conseils locaux sur Tzu et les villes voisines. Pour un petit supplément, vous pouvez choisir de manger lui a offert le dîner de style familial qui est extrêmement délicieux, nutritifs et de remplissage. Manger à l'auberge est fortement recommandé que les options de la ville sont extrêmement limitées.

I absolutely loved my time at the Hummingbird hostel! Katie was an amazing and welcoming host, and her kittens and puppy were mega cute! Super tasty organic food, tidy and clean rooms and a big comfortable communal area made this a stay I won't forget! I look forward to returning :) Thanks Katie xxx

The Eagle's Nest is a unique and special place. JB picked me up in Guate City and was very cheerful and pleasant in spite of the Semana Santa related traffic. Gaspar patiently waited for me and took me to the house via tuk tuk. I was given good instructions on how the solar power worked and got a lot of candles for the evening. It is a good 10 - 15 min walk from the bottom of the hill to the house. I enjoyed the beautiful details: the volcanic view, comfortable bed, the earplugs, the garden and warm water. Just a very lovely & off the beaten path place to visit.

This place is à dream. The view on the Lake is absolutely surreal. Gaspar, the care taker of the house can assist you with anything you might need, he is a trustworthy and very helpful person. The house is secure, the description is very accurate. Upon arrival this house and all that it includes surpassed my expectations by far. PERFECT for a romantic stay for two or even a quiet retreat for meditations, meditation ect. I could go on but I will just finish with : I WILL COME BACK! Mark

Absolutely fantastic! The "Eagle's nest" far surpassed all my expectations - the photos are very accurate, but can hardly capture the pristine beauty that welcomes you when you hike up from El Centro (a 15 minute hike, or 5Q by tuk tuk) and through the neighboring cherry farm, and step onto the wooden deck overlooking the expansive Lake Atitlan and the volcanoes beyond. The studio was just the right size and had everything I needed - a comfy bed, a kitchenette, a nice bathroom and lots of creative touches. It's entirely solar powered and the waste is separated into degradable and non degradable. There were days when I didn't leave the house at all - writing, reading and just catching up on my own thoughts. I'm used to staying by myself, but even so, since the house is suspended above the village and surrounded by farms, I felt a little anxious on the first night I arrived. But once I met the neighbors, I felt comfortable and well at home; they are lovely, friendly folks. Gaspar, the caretaker, was always just a phone call away, and very helpful and resourceful. A skinny white dog (this is a stray dog town) has the territory surrounding the house and it was nice to have him for company on the deck sometimes. The doors and windows are sturdy and secure, and it helped to know that the 2 notorious robbers in the village are both in jail! Greg's house manual on Airbnb is very helpful and spot on (though the creepy crawlies it mentions were not a bother at all). I highly recommend this place to anyone looking to getting away from it all - to enjoy the spectacular views, privacy and space to do some creative work, creature comforts even though it feels remote (there's no wifi but Tigo phone network works well), and the home-brewed organic coffee. I stayed a week this time, and can't wait to come back and stay longer. Kudos to Greg for building something so incredible!

Greg's studio is located in a beautiful elevated location in San Marcos. My partner and I was so happy to have found beautiful place to relax and catch up on some peace and quiet. Greg has a house manager that was incredibly helpful and accommodating. We hope that we can come back very soon!

This place is a gem, with a large comfortable private deck overlooking the world. I exaggerate a bit, but the sweeping view is stunning and it's ALL YOURS -- morning, noon and night. Loved the bean bag chairs on the deck (where did you find the long one?) and the decor inside and out, including the comfortable king-sized bed. The surrounding grounds and new events platform are beautiful. You'll have everything you need here, including filtered water straight from the kitchen tap for filling your water bottles. We also appreciated the small speakers for playing music from our iPhone. :-) Please note: Stunning views often come with a price -- the uphill walk to and from San Marcos proper through the Mayan village is steep at times (especially since tuk-tuks can't take you there right now due to road repairs) but that didn't bother us since we're fit and enjoy physical exertion. Those with mobility or health issues may want to consider staying someplace closer to the lake/bottom of the hill. That said, I also enjoyed the walk because it enabled us to see the locals going about their daily business as we passed by and everyone was very friendly. Overall, I highly recommend Greg's little slice of paradise to anyone planning to visit Lake Atitlan. Greg was an accommodating host and made sure our stay was pleasant, going as far as removing a particularly vocal rooster from a pen just down the hill from us. Thanks Greg!

Our stay was fantastic!!! We had poor timing as the roads were under construction. No tuktuks can pass so we had to hike up & down the steep hill, its good exercise. No electricity problems. Wifi was good. There were ants so you have to clean as you go. Hot shower was great. The cabin is amazing!!! The views were incredible!!! The bed was soo nice. Highly recommended. Would love to come back here again!!!

Amazing views, peaceful location, best yoga platform in the world complete with a swing! Quite the hike up the hill but it's worth it. You can get a tuk-tuk up the hard part but I usually just walked. Staff was friendly and helpful. I definitely will go back before it turns into a resort!!!

I had the good fortune of spending one week at the Eagle's Nest in the month of March this year. After looking at a couple of options in the area, I was so happy that I chose this beautiful house. It really offer me a super experience of San Marcos and offer every comfort needed. Greg and the house managers JB and Gaspar couldn't have been more helpful or kind. The house offers peace, tranquility and comfort. The view from the terrace was incredibly beautiful. Greg has designed his house in a way that is environmentally friendly, but still offers every needed comfort. Both interiorally and exteriorally, Greg has shown great taste in his choice that compliments this beautiful unique part of Guatemala. The best part of this stay at the Eagle's Nest was the company and security offer by Simba, the gorgeous, friendly dog living on the surrounding farm. If you are considering this as an option for staying - GO FOR IT!

My sister and I stayed here during our visit to Guatemala. We had a great experience. The staff was super nice and welcoming and the room was perfect, especially the hammock and amazing view from the patio. Our only wish is that we could have stayed longer.

Great environment. Great people. Excelent food. Awesome view.

Perfect experience. Water access via private dock, great food and fantastic views. We loved our time there.

Great value! Wake up and fall asleep to crashing waves and jungle birds tweeting. The meals are absolutely delicious and the volunteer staff girls are so sweet. It's a more rustic feel so beware if you have a fear of spiders!

very nice hosts.

Wonderful, perfect, location, ambiance, hospitality, privacy and community mix. We loved our cabinas it was very comfortable & clean with a lovely sunny balcony, great kingsize bed & steady hot water. It was great being able to meet other travellers as well as Chris, Fiona & Katie all had personal tips on where to visit and do. Access to the other villages was just at the end of the dock. A perfect location. Thank you all until we meet again be well.

Can't recommend this place enough if what you're looking for is a relaxing stay on the lake.

This is by far the best place to stay on the lake. A private dock to swim off of, easy accessibly to San Marcos and San Pedro, great restaurant, and amazing rooms. Don't look any further seriously!

Hugue was lovely. Very welcoming and helpful whenever is needed. The house was great. Comfortable bed (we got one extra for our daughter), specious with 2 separated rooms, nice kitchen, lovely little outdoor space with table and hammock. And the location was perfect! In the tourist area but still very quiet, 1 minute from the water/old dock, with gorgeous sunrises, 2 minutes from the new dock where you take boats around the Atiltlan lake. We came for a week and stayed for 10 Days, and even then it was hard to leave the lovely shanti San Marcus and our comfy house. Highly recommended. Thank you hugues!

La casa del círculo es limpio, tranquilo y cómodo con el área de estar mirando hacia Lago Atitlan con vistas a los volcanes. Cocina pequeña y adecuada, con un dormitorio separado al jardín trasero y baño separado. Lo recomiendo encarecidamente para alojarse aquí, es muy céntrico, pero al mismo tiempo muy tranquilo, a 200 metros de la calle principal de donde los barcos muelle y caminar hasta restaurantes.

Hughe dispose de 3 places à louer sur Air B & B et nous avons loué trois pour notre famille que trois maison sont très proches. L'emplacement de ces derniers est vraiment idéal pour San Marcos car il n'y a vraiment pas beaucoup aussi loin que d'être près de la plage. Nous étions 8 secondes de la meilleure partie de la plage. Deux minutes pour les cafés, restaurants et magasins. Juste au coin est le vieux quai pour le lever du soleil et regarder les éruptions de Fuego la nuit. Il n'y a pas de trafic vers le bas où la maison sont donc il est vraiment parfait pour les gens comme nous avec de jeunes enfants et de la région, nous avons trouvé sûr et très calme la nuit. Ma famille et sa mère louait les deux maisons rondes qui bien construit simple et fonctionnel avec vue sur le lac Atitlan pendant la cuisson et faire la vaisselle. Les maisons restent fraîches dans la journée et sont au chaud la nuit. Ma mère-frère est resté dans la maison de trois parqueté qui dispose de son propre jardin composé muré qui est incroyable d'avoir. Les chambres ont chacune une des portes vitrées qui ouvrent sur des balcons. Il est presque totale intimité sur le balcon inférieur et avec les portes ouvertes et la lumière et brise venant il est le bonheur. La maison de trois étages a plutôt un escalier raide donc probablement pas adaptés pour les jeunes enfants, mais la vie privée et de la lumière rendent quelque chose à trouver spéciale et difficile à San Marcos. Il y a des vendeurs de fruits autour du matin et un homme avec des chèvres vendant lait chaud sur la tétine et le lac à quelques secondes de votre porte. Le propriétaire était toujours attentif à la nôtre besoin et trier toute question immédiatement. Ces maisons sont vraiment adaptées à nos besoins et désirs et nous les recommandons vivement. Les maisons ont construit dans le coffre-fort et le propriétaire et son fils sont toujours à garder un oeil.

Meine Freundin und ich hatten eine tolle Zeit des Aufenthaltes in einem der Hugos Kreis Häuser über das Wochenende! Er war closeby, wenn wir etwas brauchten, aber es fühlte sich nicht wie er schwebte, wir unseren Platz hatte. Hugo war sehr zuvorkommend, uns zu helfen Xekujil finden, sobald wir in Panajachel angekommen und eine weitere Nacht zu bleiben, nachdem wir 3 Nächte realisiert würden nicht ausreichen. :) Der Wasserdruck war nicht zu groß aber.

Nous avons adoré chez Hugue! Hugue et ses fils l'hospitalité était si grande, leur communication avant, pendant et après était fantastique et pendant notre séjour 11 nuits ils ont accueilli favorablement notre invité surprise qui était si agréable après un si long temps à voyager sans voir un visage familier de la maison !! La maison est très bien situé, à proximité de l'arrêt de ferry et à quelques pas de la ville, des boutiques et des restaurants, mais dans un quartier tranquille et sûre de vues ville et avec le lac à travers le terrain vacant à travers le chemin (vous pouvez marcher jusqu'à la plage à travers ce lot aussi. Bonus!) La maison est incroyable! Construit à partir de briques de boue et de béton, il est au frais pendant les jours chauds et tient un peu de chaleur la nuit. Un vrai d'un immeuble de type nous avons été fasciné par Hugues __gVirt_NP_NN_NNPSautre moitié de la maison ronde magnifique est un salon ouvert et cuisine avec le salon / salon a démissionné / engloutie de la cuisine plus ... un grand construit en béton incurvé (avec coussin) salon et coin bureau . La cuisine est bien équipée avec une table à manger banc de bois, frigo-bar, carrelage banc et cuisinière à gaz avec four. Tout était parfait!! Nous reviendrons certainement et fortement recommandé Hugues et ses fils place !!

Unfortunately, nobody answered the phone when we tried to find the place in San Marcos. The staff did not seem all that professional in organization and communication with us. Walls and floors are very thin, so expect to hear noise from fellow guests.

Had a really nice stay at this small hotel/hostel. The room was large, clean with wooden floors, big windows and had a beautiful view of the lake. The host was very friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay again! The only downside was the church music late into the evening and the tuk tuks zipping around early in the morning.

I loved this place, it certainly isn't for everyone. We are a couple traveling on a budget, it was perfect. Josué(sp?) was fantastic, I watched her stuff when we arrived early, and gave us great recommendations. There is a church nearby singing some pretty awfully hilarious music, and a hostal next-door. The residents also made some noise, but everything quiets down by about nine. The kitchen was beyond adequate, there's filtered water and everything you need to make a feast. I, personally get tired of the hippies of San Marcus, this place was nice because it was not in the center of town, short walk up the hill and the most amazing view in town. It definitely has its quirks, but we immediately came to enjoy them.

The place was very basic. The bed was very comfortable. Only the linens wasn't so clean. Joshua was great! He is very welcoming and friendly.

Mi Madre y yo la pasamos super hermoso la vista es preciosa, los amaneceres y atardeceres espectaculares!! Todo se encontraba bien es agradable a pesar de q esta en proceso de construcción. Estamos agradecidas de la amabilidad y cortesia de Joshua, muy atento y educado anfitrion.

El lugar muy bueno y con gran vista al lago! El anfitrión se mostró muy amable con nosotros.

Excelente vista al lago con el volcán al frente! Eso es lo mejor de este lugar, y tiene muy buena ubicación (5-8 minutos al centro de San Marcos, caminando). Durante el fin de semana puede ser un poco bullicioso debido a la iglesia que hay a la par (como de 7 a 10 pm), pero aparte de eso es muy tranquilo. La habitación era bastante amplia, y el lugar es fiel a las fotos presentadas. Los anfitriones fueron muy amables y atentos con nosotros.

Villa was easy to find (as long as you don't let a local kid lead you the wrong way for 30 minutes...hehe) Communication was very clear and consistent. View from our room was gorgeous and room was accurately described. Bed was quite uncomfortable and none of the plugs in the room worked but we had a rechargeable battery so it all worked out. Room and bathroom facilities were clean.

We had a great time and a really excellent spot. The view from the place is incredible! Floor To ceiling windows facing the lake and can't beat the outdoor shower. The sunsets were just unbelievable. I would give this place 5 stars with a new mattress and some updated lounging furniture up top. Think with a few minor touches the place would be absolutely perfect. Accurate 15m walk into San Marcos which is easy. Again, we had a great time and this is truly a lovely spot!

Such a beautiful place to stay in Atitlan. Located just outside of San Marcos, the house is easily accessible by boat or car. The house is beautiful, including an outdoor shower, rooftop with a stunning view, and a hand-carved clay interior. Terry and Sita were wonderful hosts and I couldn't recommend the house more highly!

this place is so special and lovely - without any doubt the most beautiful place to experience the magic of the Lago. The way you hosted us made it so much more than just a stay - thank you!

Casa Sita is secluded, quiet and the design of it is beautiful and unique. You can easily walk in to San Marcos in 15 min, or take a tuk tuk and get there in 5. A quick 2 min walk takes you to a beautiful trail along the lake where you can climb a few rocks or walk to find your perfect place to simply exhale, with an amazing view of the volcanoes. Terry is quick to reply to any questions and was SO helpful in us getting to San Marcos and then to the house.

La casa es maravillosa, un lugar ùnico! Ideal para descansar y desconectarse, vistas incredibles y la experiencia del baño es genial, la anfitriona Terry es una mujer super amable y con don de servicio. Lo recomiendamos completamente. La bajada al muelle en el lago no esta bien marcada/definida por lo que recomendamos usar tenis y precaucion al bajar. Saludos, Maria y Juanjo

The house is very cool, awesome view and great energy

Wonderful, memorable experience! The view from the roof deck is absolutely spectacular. The host, Sita, couldn't be nicer or more helpful. Her dog also had puppies, which was a lot of fun. The apartment itself is beautiful, a wall of glass windows and a little kitchen, beautiful outdoor shower. Right on the lake with a private dock. Beautiful spots to hike and cliff jump from. It's also a really easy walk into town to grab food or grab a boat to another town if you'd like to explore more of the lake. Highly recommend CasaSita!

CasaSita is such a magical place! Great for couples who want to relax and discover the beauty of the lake!

I have some mixed feelings about the Bambu, but overall we had a positive experience. Pros: - Beautiful view of the lake - Comfortable accommodations - BEST food we had in all of Guatemala! - The shower (when it works) - Tranquil + relaxing location - Hammock on the balcony! Woo! Cons: - Not much to do in the immediate area aside from tour the farm (which we didn't do) and hike (note the word hike) to waterfalls - The shower (when it doesn't work) - Volunteers were a little cold. Maybe it was just who was there at the time, but it wasn't the most welcoming or encouraging. - Not much direction in terms of what there is to do in the area - No warning about morning construction (it was 5 AM, which really stunk) Stay here if: You want a farm-to-table experience, to tour the farm, and to be away from it all. It's more of a "go to escape everything, relax, and meditate" kind of place. Don't stay here if: You want nightlife, convenient swimming, and general activities. Not at all a party place. Go to San Pedro for that! (I'm sure there are other places on the lake, but we didn't explore all that much)

We really enjoyed the experience. The guest house had a nice, spacious room for the 4 of us. Shad was a fabulous host. He sent us on a terrific walk through his farm and to a waterfall that created great memories for dad and teenaged son. Shad spent a nice chunk of time telling us his background and story -- something that we were all very interested in. The staff was wonderfully friendly, and the food was very good. We will definitely return.

Nous avons adoré le Bamboo Guest House qui est vraiment magnifique. Nous avions une chambre privée, très grande, lumineuse, donnant sur une terrasse avec hamac, une salle de bain spacieuse. Shad et son équipe sont adorables et efficaces. Nous avons passé un excellent séjour.

Shad is an awesome host. I felt welcome from the minute we met. The Bamboo House is next to where he lives. A guard sleeps on the property. He went above and beyond, and I will certainly stay here again if I am in the area.

El espacio es genial, el cuidado de todos los detalles arquitectónicos y ornamentales es maravilloso. La atención y la gente con la que nos encontramos es muy buena. Se recomienda muchísimo el Bambú.

beautiful!!! soared our expectations- the food was incredibly good and fresh and the rooms clean and comfortable. great staff- highly highly recommend!!!!!

Shad and his staff was very welcoming. many of the people staying at the Bamboo were volunteering on Shad beautiful organic farm, which I would highly recommend asking about and getting a tour. The guesthouse is not on the lake, as said in the description, but it has a great view, with an unreal hiking near by. The neighborhood is quite and small, but a great place to relax and eat incredible food! Shad's organic farm supplies much of the food that ends up on your plate, its pretty awesome!

A lovely place to stay, and easily accessible. Shad was a huge help in coordinating travel to and from the location. Very much looking forward to visiting again in the future. Recommendation: consider eating dinner in another nearby town, or bring your own as the food options are sparse in Tzunana.

Lindo lugar con una vista bellísima!! La atención 100 puntos y el lugar muy acogedor y cómodo. La variedad de ambientes como disfrutar del muelle, las hamacas, la churrasquera, el área de estar frente al lago, y los kayaks nos hicieron realmente que la disfrutamos mucho!! Gracias por todo!

This house is amazing and well equiped. The view on the lake is fantastic. Their are some food in the house for sale. But you need to buy your food before leaving Panajachel, if you don't want to eat only pasta .

Utilicé lancha privada para llegar a La Bendición. Miguel el lanchero fue puntual y cortés. Todo en la casa funciona perfectamente. Utilicé la churrasquera al medio día y la fogatera por la noche. El ambiente es muy sano, ideal para descansar porque no hay vecinos ni ruidos que quiten la paz que te invade al estar en este lugar. Utilizamos los kayacs por la mañana. Excelente que tengan salvavidas disponibles.

Maria Elisa me pareció una persona maravillosa desde el primer mensaje, es muy atenta y muy servicial, estuvo pendiente de cada detalle y además tiene un gran corazón. La verdad espero que la próxima vez que vaya a Guatemala tenga la oportunidad de ir a su hermosa cabaña y ella y su familia tienen las puertas abiertas en mi casa si algún día deciden ir a Medellín. Maria Elisa is a wonderful person, since the first message made me feel welcome, she's very caring and attentive, she was attentive to each detail and also has a great heart. I really hope I get to go to her beautiful lake house when I come back to Guatemala and she and her family have the doors to my house wide open if they decide to come to Medellín any time :)

Endroit ideal pour se detendre quelques jours. La vue sur les volcans est parfaite. La maison bien equipee et tres propre. Francisco est gentil et tres serviable. Le fait d'avoir a notre disposition le kayak nous permet de naviguer au alentour sur ce superbe lac. Maria Elisa repond a nos demandes dans les plus bref delai. Les services de navette sur le lac sont efficaces. ¡Gracias por todo a Maria Elisa y Francisco! Bernard

El lugar es justo como lo muestran las fotos e inclusive superó nuestras expectativas. La atención tanto de María Elisa, don Salomón en Panajachel (parqueo-lancha) y en la casita Francisco, fueron de lo mejor. Una estadía agradable en todo aspecto!!

Ha estat una bonica estada. Un bon lloc per relaxar-se i desconnectar. La millor vista al llac. La casa és molt bonica i esta molt ben equipada , té tot el necessari per passar un cap de setmana de relax. A la nit vam fer una foguera i vam compartir a amb la família una bona estona de confidencies. Un lloc ideal per a famílies amb nens. Ha sido una linda estancia. Un buen lugar para relajarse y desconectar. La mejor vista al lago. La casa es muy bonita y esta bien equipada, tiene todo lo necesario para pasar un fin de semana de relax. Por la noche hicimos una fogata y compartimos en familia. Un lugar ideal para familias con niños.

Todo en la casa supero expectativas, Ma Elisa ha pensando en todos los detalles, nos sentimos como en casa!

Enjoyed our stay!

The place is wonderful, the view is amazing, really relaxing, getting there is a bit complicated though, but once you arrive you won't feel like leaving the place, I recommend you to buy food and drinks before arriving, we didn't want to go back to the village to get food after arriving (we got there late). Our host was very welcoming, he explained everything well and very friendly.

A memorable experience due to the magical view of the lake that makes you want to punch yourself! The house is a slight walk up the hill, has a giant garden where they grow produce, and is a short 10 min walk down to the village. Don't miss this spot and stay at least 2-3 nights minimum! We hiked the volcano San Pedro just across the lake, explored San Marcos and its own nature reserve with Mayan artifacts and a jumping platform into the lake. Food at the restaurants is all made from locally sourced produce and is reasonably priced. Friendly and extremely accommodating hosts who are from Belgium but live there now making items honey, wine, home made bread, etc...we bought a few and it was delicious! They gave us tips on what to do and where to eat. We'd go back in a heartbeat if in Guatemala again!

Staying at La Colmena made my already special trip to San Marcos even better. The location/view is definitely the highlight - day and night the view is unbelievable. The room is very spacious and has a beautiful balcony. Reaching the house could be a bit challenging for guest with a carry on (but who would travel with one in Central America anyways?) due to the distance/uphill/dirt track, but the pay off is that the noises from town are baffled and you mostly hear birds and insects - it is an immersion in nature. The hosts, Christophe, David and Jean-Baptiste, are young, approachable and very easy-going. Thanks for the stay, guys!

Estuvimos muy contentos en casa de David y Juan, la casa es muy linda y fueron muy atentos en todo momento. Si lo que buscas es pasar unos días rodeado de naturaleza y con vistas increíbles al lago de Atitlán, sin duda es una gran opción. Ideal para parejas viajando con mochila.

This beautiful spot is worth it for the view alone, and you could very happily spend your entire visit relaxing on the private balcony, but there's a lot more going for it too. The whole house is lovely and has a lot of character, the hosts are very welcoming and helpful but not at all intrusive, and the food they make is really delicious. Don't be put off by the walk to get there, it isn't too far from the centre of town and on the way you'll get a taste of life in a traditional Maya community that passes most tourists by. I would definitely recommend it and very much hope to return myself!

This house is lovely and comes with an absolutely gorgeous view of the lake and volcanoes!! It is a nice hike up to the house and well worth it for the view. Be sure to bring earplugs for the roosters and dogs. All of the guys are very friendly and super helpful. I highly recommend staying here :)

¡Una vista muy bonita! Para llegar a la casa hay que meterse en una pequeña montaña y pasar por las viviendas de los locales. Es una gran experiencia.

It's a beautiful place, and good value but: Off and on again running water Dogs barking all 3 nights at 3:00am (nice dogs, though) Uncomfortable beds. Other than that it was great.

What an amazing place to stay! The house is beautiful, the garden incredible and the dogs are absolutely gorgeous. Thanks Lore! We'd definitely stay again.

A perfect retreat for us in beautiful San Marcos... Away from town and in a peaceful garden setting.

Casa Bambu is a lovely place. Private & spacious with a tranquil yard inhabited by two lovely guard dogs. You will need to meet the gardener at the basketball court to find your way there. Do not take a tuc tuc as there are two Casa Bambus. You have to walk up a dirt path to get there. Timo, the property keeper, very kindly helped me with my luggage. Take a flashlight- you'll need it if you plan to leave or return to the house at night. If light streaming in the windows disturbs you, you'll want an eye mask. Didn't bother me. I was sick during my stay & very grateful to find a hot water bottle there. Timo comes by most days to feed the dogs & water the plants. He is working on his English. If you don't speak Spanish, I'd ask any questions you can think of before you arrive. All in all, a lovely space. I was by myself & a little spooked by the unfamiliar noises at times. It felt good knowing the dogs were out there.

Really enjoyed our time at Casa Bambu. Beautiful yard, with amazing pups! Nice and close to town, and a easy stroll up the hill to the house. Unfortunately San Marcos was out of water, no fault of our host of course. We just made due with some filtered water provided by our lovely host and rinsed off in the lake. She and her son were just next door on the same property in a beautiful little cabin. Which made problem solving very easy well we stayed in the house. We did experience quiet the rain shower well in San Marcos which was obviously well needed due to the lack of water in the taps. However the roof did leak on two of the three beds in the house. Fortunately we found extra linens in the bathroom for the bed my daughter was sleeping in. Other then that the house was great and a great value. Very Eco friendly too, which was wonderful to see. Thanks for a great vacation Casa Bambu

Lore is a great host. She made sure everything was perfect for my arrival and had someone waiting on me in town to show me the way to the house. She was also very attentive to any questions I had during my stay. The house is super bright and cozy! I loved all the details put into the decoration, design and ecological aspect. It has everything needed for a very comfortable stay. I truly enjoyed the openess of the house and all the light coming in. The garden is very well taken care of and beautiful. I spent a lot of time relaxing outside enjoying the beautiful plants and birds. Bill and Boule, the dogs, were delightful and sweet to have as company. The house is in a great quiet area, not too close or too far from town, in a beautiful setting in the forest. I had a great time in this beautiful property I wish I could live there forever. I'd definitely come back to stay here on my next visit to San Marcos.

I had a great stay at Casa Bambú. Lore, the owner, was out of town when I visited, but she was very kind and helpful from afar. She arranged for me to be met by a caretaker, who carried my suitcase and walked up to the house with me. It is up a path rather than along a main road. This was wonderful - it meant that there was no car noise or exhaust fumes to contend with. There were other houses along the path, including one nearby. It felt very safe. In addition, Lore's two dogs live on the property (they are fed and cared for by the gardener and caretaker). I am not a dog person, but these dogs are sweet and friendly. They also bark up a storm if there are any visitors late at night. For part of my time at Casa Bambú, I had friends staying with me in the house. For my last few nights, I was in the house alone, and having the dogs outside made me feel very secure. The house itself is gorgeous. As the description says, it is full of light. I took a lot of pictures because if I build a house someday, I want it to be something like this. Many Guatemalan houses with traditional architecture can be quite damp. Casa Bambú, however, is nice and dry, and I really appreciated that. Additionally, it has a nice garden and outside seating area. Even though the owner was not onsite, it was easy for me to ask questions because the gardener was there each morning and the caretaker works at an arts center right nearby. They were both super helpful and kind. I would definitely stay at Casa Bambú when I return to San Marcos.

We enjoyed our week at Casa Bambú. The house has two very friendly dogs and is in a good location near enough to town to walk in the day (about 10 -15 mins), but far enough away that it's quite quiet. The place has a lovely garden and well equipped kitchen. There is also excellent WiFi. The only thing we would say is the house is in the jungle, and is made of bamboo, so there are plenty of bugs in the house (including quite a few scorpions whenever it rains). Also, if you are there for more than a couple of nights there's not really anywhere to comfortably sit and relax, inside or out of the house. Lore was very responsive to any queries, and Timo is at the house everyday to look after the garden and feed the dogs and is also helpful.