Hotel Atitlán Hotel & Jardines

This charming hotel is located on the shores of Lake Atitlan, 2 km from the centre of Panajachel and 2.5 hours from the capital city of Guatemala. Volcán Tolimán and San Marcos are both approximately 120 km from the hotel. The historical hotel's decor is that of a Spanish estate in colonial style. This style was very popular for designing estates and plantations in the 18th century. A real fantasy of beautifully designed gardens, cages with exotic birds of extraordinary colours, wooden, hand-made furniture and beautiful wall tiles make the hotel a really unique place. The hotel has 62 rooms. Features of the hotel include a 24-hour reception, hotel safe, currency exchange facilities, bar, restaurant and Internet access. All rooms have a private bathroom with shower/bath and balcony with a magnificent view of the lake and the volcanoes. Each room is furnished with unique and different pieces set in colonial style and with local craftsmanship. Cable TV and a telephone are at guests' disposal. Rooms are fitted with double or king-size beds. The hotel features a panoramic open-air swimming pool and a private beach where banana boating, kayaking and waterskiing are available (for a fee). A continental breakfast buffet is served at the hotel. Lunch and dinner are served à la carte.