Luxury hotels in Guatemala

Hey! When I travel I love to stay at luxurious hotels - especially the kind of places that offer over the top extras and really spoil their guests with great service, nice spas, awesome restaurants and beautiful views. What more can you want? To save some time, I've put together this list of my favourite 5-star hotels and resorts in Guatemala. I hope you will like it!

• 1 Hyatt Centric Guatemala City Guatemala, Guatemala

  

  Hotel. Situated in Guatemala, 1.9 km from Popol Vuh Museum, Hyatt Centric Guatemala City features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a terrace. Featuring a restaurant, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation provides room service, a 24-hour front desk and organising tours for guests. At the hotel, the rooms come with a desk. All rooms at Hyatt Centric Guatemala City are fitted with a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a safety deposit box. A buffet breakfast is available each morning at the accommodation. Guests can make use of the business centre or relax in the bar. National Palace Guatemala is 5.2 km from Hyatt Centric Guatemala City, while Miraflores Museum is 6 km from the property. The nearest airport is La Aurora, 4 km from the hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description Guest review score 9.1, rooms from around $125.

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• 2 Hotel Clarion Suites Guatemala Guatemala, Guatemala

  

  Hotel. Located in the popular Zona Viva district, Clarion Suites Guatemala offers a gym, free parking and stylish air-conditioned suites. Transfers are available to La Aurora International Airport, a 15-minute drive away. All the suites at this 5-star hotel feature contemporary décor and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Each spacious suite has a separate bedroom with sofa beds. There are 3 telephones, a safe and ironing facilities. Bathrooms include hair dryer. Situated in the lobby, the La Poza restaurant serves an international menu. Due to COVID 19 our El Catrin bar is opened until 22:00 hours. There is an on-site minimarket, conference facilities and a business centre. Hotel Clarion Suites Guatemala is surrounded by the shops and bars of Zona 10. Plaza España Metro Station is 900 metres away, while the Craft Market and La Aurora Zoo are 2 km away. The Natural History Museum is 10 minutes’ drive away. Show full description Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around $84.

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• 3 Hotel Las Americas Guatemala, Guatemala

  

  Hotel. Set in Guatemala, 4.1 km from Popol Vuh Museum, Hotel Las Americas offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a restaurant. With a bar, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation features room service and a 24-hour front desk for guests. All guest rooms at the hotel come with a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a safety deposit box. Some rooms also feature a kitchen with a fridge and a microwave. At Hotel Las Americas the rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. The daily breakfast offers buffet, à la carte or American options. The accommodation offers 5-star accommodation with a sauna and hot tub. National Palace Guatemala is 6.6 km from Hotel Las Americas, while Miraflores Museum is 6.7 km from the property. The nearest airport is La Aurora, a few steps from the hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description Guest review score 7.9, rooms from around $110.

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• 4 Hotel Real Intercontinental Guatemala, an IHG Hotel Guatemala, Guatemala

  

  Hotel. The hotel is located in the heart of the entertainment and corporate district of Guatemala’s dynamic “Zona Viva” where you will find the city’s best restaurants, boutiques & nightlife. Each air-conditioned room features, soundproof windows, Egyptian cotton sheets, LCD TVs, alarm clock with iPod connection, wireless telephone and flat-screen TV. Rooms also include a minibar and coffee maker. Bathrooms feature luxury toiletries and bathrobes. The Real InterContinental Guatemala offers a culinary experience with an array of gastronomic options with a bar and four restaurants that will indulge your senses; The Market, Picasso Stone Flame Oven, Tanoshii Sushi Bar, Saint Honoré Pâtisserie and Maya Lounge are the perfect places to unwind. Real Intercontinental Guatemala offers a well-equipped business center, a gift shop and a tour desk. Staff can arrange transfers to La Aurora International Airport, a 3.5 km drive. Show full description Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around $119.

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• 5 Barceló Guatemala City Guatemala, Guatemala

  

  Hotel. An outdoor pool, hot tub and spa with a gym and sauna are offered at this elegant hotel. Each spacious room has a terrace with views over Guatemala City or the surrounding volcanoes. Barceló Guatemala City offers classic-style rooms with flat-screen cable TV, air conditioning and a safe. A minibar, coffee maker and free bottled water are included. Bathrooms come with bathrobes. The hotel boasts 25 meeting rooms that can accommodate up to 1,500 people. The hotel’s 24-hour reception can organize airport transfers and city tours. Car hire can be arranged, and there is free private parking on site. The La Pergola Pool Bar has a poolside terrace and serves local and international cuisine. The hotel also has a sports bar and a stylish lobby bar with live music. Barceló Guatemala City is situated in the city’s business district, surrounded by shops and restaurants. La Aurora International Airport is just 2.5 km away. Show full description Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around $83.

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• 6 Courtyard by Marriott Guatemala City Guatemala, Guatemala

  

  Hotel. Courtyard by Marriott Guatemala City in Guatemala offers a fitness centre and rooms with free WiFi. This 4-star hotel offers free shuttle service. The property provides a terrace and a 24-hour front desk. Every room has a private bathroom with a shower. The hotel offers a buffet or American breakfast. Guests can grab a bite to eat in the in-house restaurant, which serves a variety of international dishes. For guests' convenience, Courtyard by Marriott Guatemala has a business centre. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Plaza Fontabella Shopping Mall, Oakland Mall and La Aurora Zoo and 4.3 km of National Palace Guatemala, . The nearest airport is La Aurora Airport, 3 km from the property. Show full description Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around $92.

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• 7 Adriatika Hotel & Residence Guatemala, Guatemala

  

  Hotel. Offering an outdoor pool and a sun terrace, Adriatika Hotel & Residence offers a garden, free WiFi throughout and free parking. Las Américas Boulevard is 200 metres away. The Rooms feature a TV, a seating area and cable channels. There is a bath or shower, private bathroom also comes with a hairdryer and free toiletries. At Adriatika Hotel & Residence you will find a fitness center. Other facilities like a shared lounge, luggage storage and a children's playground are offered. This property is 6 km from Guatemala City Centre and 7 minutes’ drive from Plaza España square. La Aurora International Airport is 5 km away. Show full description Guest review score 8.7, rooms from around $80.

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• 8 Grand Tikal Futura Hotel Guatemala, Guatemala

  

  Hotel. Grand Tikal Futura Hotel offers indoor swimming pools, hot tub, solarium and spa treatments. It is located inside a Convention Centre and Theatre and 5 km from Kaminaljuyu Mayan Ruins. This completely non-smoking deluxe hotel also features a fitness centre and a TV lounge. Steam bath, on-site shops and a sauna are also offered. The rooms and suites feature elegant décor, air conditioning, safety box and flat-screen cable TV. The bathrooms are private and offer hairdryer. Grand Tikal Futura Hotel’s Hibiscus restaurant serves international dishes, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. A la carte options and children´s menu are also available. There is also a lobby bar. This property is 100 metres from Miraflores Museum and from Galerías Miraflores Shopping Centre. La Aurora International Airport is a 15-minute drive away. Show full description Guest review score 8.7, rooms from around $120.

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• 9 The Westin Camino Real, Guatemala Guatemala, Guatemala

  

  Hotel. A heated outdoor pool and convention centre are offered at The Westin Camino Real, Guatemala, located 2 km from Guatemala City Airport. The air-conditioned rooms include cable TV and a safe. A modern gym, a hot tub, spa and sauna can be found at the The Westin Camino Real, Guatemala. Guests can also use the on-site squash and tennis courts. A minibar and coffee maker are included in each spacious, classic-style room. The marble bathrooms come with a hairdryer. Complimentary bottled water and free local calls are included. International cuisine is served in the elegant Cafetal restaurant, while Café Vienes offers freshly baked pastries. Breakfast includes local specialties and American favourites, such as pancakes, eggs and bacon. The Ixchel Museum is just 600 metres from the hotel, while the Metropolitan Cathedral is around 5 km away. Free private parking is offered on site. Guests can also visit La Antigua Guatemala, about 38 km away. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around $107.

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• 10 Hilton Guatemala City, Guatemala Guatemala, Guatemala

  

  Hotel. Hilton Guatemala City is a resort 15 minutes’ drive from the centre of Guatemala City. It features an outdoor swimming pool, a spa and a restaurant. Each spacious room at Hilton Guatemala City has colonial-style décor. All accommodation has a sofa and cable TV. Mobile phones are available for an additional cost. Guests can enjoy Guatemalan and Mediterranean cuisine in Las Ventanas Restaurant, which offers views of the volcanoes. There is also a cocktail bar. Guests can also make use of a gym. Guatemala Airport is a 20-minute drive from the resort. Staff can arrange car, helicopter and jet hire. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around $97.

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• 11 Hotel Vista Quince Guatemala, Guatemala

  

  Hotel. Set in Guatemala and within 5.7 km of Popol Vuh Museum, Hotel Vista Quince features a bar, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi. Offering a restaurant, the property also has an outdoor swimming pool, as well as a fitness centre and a sauna. The accommodation offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a microwave, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a shower. Rooms are equipped with a kettle, while certain rooms here will provide you with a kitchen with a dishwasher. At Hotel Vista Quince every room has bed linen and towels. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a à la carte or a continental breakfast. National Palace Guatemala is 7.6 km from Hotel Vista Quince, while Miraflores Museum is 10 km away. The nearest airport is La Aurora Airport, 8 km from the hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around $102.

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• 12 Radisson Hotel & Suites Guatemala City Guatemala, Guatemala

  

  Hotel. Located in Guatemala City’s Zona Viva district, this stylish Radisson hotel offers a gym and a Jacuzzi on 19th floor with panoramic city views. Each spacious suite includes free WiFi. Radisson Hotel and Suites Guatemala City offers air-conditioned suites with a living area, flat-screen cable TV and work desk. A coffee maker and a mini fridge are included. All units have a private bathroom. The on-site RBG Bar & Grill offers a range of grilled meats and fish, gourmet burgers, local specialties, or soup and salads. The Radisson is situated in popular shopping area, surrounded by embassies, restaurants and bars. Free private parking is available on site, and La Aurora International Airport is a 5-minute drive away. Show full description Guest review score 8.3, rooms from around $80.

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I try my best to keep this guide up to date and I last refreshed it in November 2022. Did I miss a luxury hotel that should be on this list? Send me an email and let me know!