Antigua Guatemala is a beautifully preserved colonial city ringed by volcanoes, with cobbled streets, ruined churches and colorful facades. It is one of Central America’s most popular destinations, with a huge choice of cheap guesthouses, hostels and boutique hotels in old colonial houses.
Finding cheap rooms in Antigua Guatemala is easier when you know where to look. We compare live hotel rates across the top booking sites and point you to the neighborhoods where hotels are cheap but the location is still great.
Rooms come in more shapes than hotels — in Antigua Guatemala you can also compare apartments with kitchens, vacation rentals for families, B&Bs and budget hostels in one search.
The main square and cathedral — the heart of town, with hotels on every block.
The iconic yellow arch, surrounded by cafés, restaurants and boutique stays.
The north side of town near the ornate La Merced church, with guesthouses and small hotels.
A neighboring town just outside Antigua, often with cheaper rooms.
A hotel and museum set in the ruins of a 16th-century Dominican monastery.
Check rates at Casa Santo DomingoZoom and pan the map to compare hotel prices by neighborhood; rates come live from the booking sites.
November–April is dry and sunny. Semana Santa (Easter week) is spectacular but hotels sell out and prices rise sharply — book far ahead.
Guesthouses and hostels a few blocks from Parque Central are usually the best value; Jocotenango can be cheaper still.
Shuttles and taxis run from Guatemala City’s airport; the trip usually takes about an hour, longer in traffic.
Yes — guided hikes to Pacaya and Acatenango are among the most popular trips from the city.