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Hotel El Sol

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A multi-story hotel with a white and green facade, multiple windows, and a balcony.
A two-story building with a sign reading "HOTEL EL SOL".
A room with three beds, a small table, and a lamp.
A street view with a green bus, a stone wall, and a building with a red roof.
A spacious lobby with a water dispenser, a seating area, and a bar counter.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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CAMINO A SANTA CATARINA PALOPÓ, BARRIO JUCANYÁ, Panajachel, Solola, 07010
  • Place, Lake Atitlán
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Church of Saint Francis
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Panajachel Municipal Market
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Quetzaltenango (AAZ-Los Altos)
    ‪116 min drive‬

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About the area

Panajachel

At Hotel El Sol you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Lake Atitlán and La Galeria. Highlights at this hostel include free self-parking and a rooftop terrace. .This hostel has free WiFi in public areas, a garden and tour/ticket assistance. Added amenities include laundry facilities and luggage storage. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this Panajachel hostel include Casa Cakchiquel Arts Center and Church of Saint Francis.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Atitlán - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • La Galeria - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Church of Saint Francis - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Panajachel Municipal Market - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Casa Cakchiquel Arts Center - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Quetzaltenango (AAZ-Los Altos) - 118 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante El Cayuco - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Atlantis - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Humaya - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Nativo Cafe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante El Atitlan - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Hotel El Sol

Hotel El Sol offers its guests a rooftop terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Panajachel hostel.

  • 1 building
  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 2008
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
Hotel El Sol offers 7 accommodations with free toiletries. Cable televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Panajachel hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Rooftop terrace

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 2008
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 1 PM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 1 October 2026 to 6 November 2027 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

HOTEL EL SOL Panajachel
EL SOL Panajachel
Hotel El Sol Panajachel Guatemala - Lake Atitlan
Hotel El Sol Panajachel
Hotel El Sol Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Hotel El Sol Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Panajachel

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Hotel El Sol?

Yep, Hotel El Sol has a free self car park.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel El Sol?

No, Hotel El Sol does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel El Sol?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 1 PM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel El Sol?

No, pets are not allowed.

Hotel El Sol Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 59 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice owner, and in a quiet part of town
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great budget hotel

We really enjoyed staying here and the free bikes, free drinking water and large kitchen were all welcome bonuses. The owner was also very friendly and helpful and spoke good English.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The manager of the property is a very nice person and attentive to our needs
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is clean, safe, and quiet . Staff is great! Property is about 15 minutes walk to restaurants in central panajachel, or you can tuk-tuk for only 5 quetzals to the restaurants' area or to the pier area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel manager is one of the kindest persons I have met in the hotel industry. He has service with a smile. Good breakfasts for a reasonable price and excellent cleanliness in the room. Also, very quiet except for an occasional dog barking at night. If looking for a hotel away from the noise of Pana this is the place.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel Sol is an excellent choice to stay when visiting the Panajachel area. Unlike many other places in the area, the building is secure, very clean, the rooms are big, the shower (hot and cold water) actually works, and the staff are attentive and helpful. Although the hotel is in the periphery of Panachel, for less than $1 (5 quetzales) you can hop into a tuck-tuck and go anywhere in Panajachel. I have stayed in several places in the area and Hotel Sol is my number one choice.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel with really clean floors, comfortable beds, and basic services. The owner is very helpful when you need it. Located on the quieter side of town, this hotel is about 1.5 miles from the Embarcadero for San Pedro and San Juan. Laundry services are available for a reasonable price. Breakfast is also available for various options.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was nice but there was no one at the front desk except during check-in so we couldn't get any help with tours or anything like that. Location is a bit out of the way but there are some local food options nearby Location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

no confirmation email from hotels. com

never got confirmation email but was charged anyways.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bien
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Bien pour le prix

L'hôtel est assez loin du centre ville, la literie n'est pas confortable. Malgré tout le personnel est serviable et le prix est intéressant.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
El personal muy servicial y amable. Lo recomiendo y volvería a hospedarme aquí.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel. A little off the main streets. About a 10-15 mi. Walk to all the bars/restaurants. Staff very friendly. Available parking on site. Rooms were simple yet decent. Overall pleased stay for just one night.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Básico, pero efectivo.

Buena relación precio-servicio. Todo está ordenado y limpio. Si lo que necesitas es un lugar cómodo y limpio para descansar es la opción. No esperes lujos.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
El lugar estaba muy limpio y organizado, la atención recibida también fue muy amable!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bonne adresse

Établissement propre et agréable. Tenu par une sympathique et serviable famille japonaise, visiblement adepte de puzzles qui décorent les murs de tout l’hôtel. C’était cocasse d’en avoir un du Port de St Tropez dans notre chambre. Petit jardin fréquenté par les 2 lapins de la famille. On peut dîner de qq plats japonais servis en chambre. L’hôtel est situé à 10mn des plages du bord de lac et 15 du centre ville. Je recommande.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff was kind and attentive. Internet connection was great. Breakfast was cheap and good and even Japanese food is available! Delicious!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
地域のことを教えていただいたり、言葉は通じなくても子供同士が遊べたりしました。とても親切にしていただき、ありがとうございました。
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice

The hotel is very nice (for the price, of course), and I would definitely stay there again if I were to go back to Panajachel. The location is a little bit less convenient since it's somewhat outside of the central area, and so at night one needs to take a tuk tuk to get to the hotel, but otherwise everything is good.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stay here

Brilliant place to stay. Location is a little out of reach for town centre but the hotel provides bicycles for free rental.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fast and easy check in with exact quote from online booking and the owner even helped us carry our bags up. Clean, towels, best WIFI we had in Guatemala, hot water, drinking water available and even free coffee and tea! Outside of the downtown area (only short walk/ tuk tuk ride) so quiter. HIGHLY recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I did not like that the owner charged a 10% surcharge if you used either MasterCard or Visa. I have been asked to pay 2 or 3 % on Asia but never 10%. It also states that there is a washing machine to use but when I asked to use it I was told that his wife would do my laundry and I would be charged for it. That is completely different than a small charge to use the washing machine. The bed was comfortable and the room spacious and clean. It turned out to be much farther from the main tourist area than I thought it would be.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay in Panajachel

I'm really glad I stayed at Hotel El Sol. I have been to Panajachel several times, but always stayed on the main strip. I was looking for a different experience. Hotel El Sol is located in a neighborhood in Pana but outside of the touristy area. It was nice to get a look at traditional life as I would walk to and from activities. The hotel is located about a 20 minute walk away from the main strip (I'm a slow walker). Most of the time I would walk to where I was going and get a tuk tuk back to the hotel, which worked out fine (a tuk tuk ride is about $1). The room I had was spotless, cleaned daily, and very spacious. It is the nicest hotel I have ever stayed in in Guatemala (this is my 8th trip here) and is a great price. I HIGHLY recommend HOTEL EL SOL for anyone staying in Panajachel.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service

Nice hotel and big rooms!!

Pretty good experience although my girlfriend was sick. The owner was very friendly and easily adjusted our reservation with no additional costs! Amazing!! Furthermore the room was big enough en WiFi stable enough during our stay. Thanks again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Place to Stay - a little far from everything

My husband and I spent a few nights at the Hotel El Sol. It was very nice and had a very clean bathroom and hot water in the shower, which is rare at places around Lake Atitlan. The hotel is about half an hour walk from the the lake, restaraunts and shopping district.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018