Hotel Casa Palopo - Santa Catarina Palopó

Boutique luxury hotel on the slopes of Lake Atitlán with two helipads and solar-heated infinity pools

Rooms & Private Villa

Casa Palopo offers a private villa with three suites, allowing exclusive stays for families or groups. The San Marcos Deluxe and Toliman Suite include private balconies or terraces overlooking the lake and volcanoes. Some rooms require climbing 175 steps, and the property has no handrails in certain areas.

Dining & Bars

The hotel operates two restaurants: the main in-house restaurant serving local and French dishes, and Kinnik, a lakeside restaurant. Breakfast includes a continental option with fruit, bread, and jam, while cooked breakfasts are available for an additional charge. The bar serves handcrafted cocktails, and turn-down service includes small regional gifts.

Pools & Wellness

Hotel Casa Palopo has two outdoor solar-heated pools, including an infinity pool with lake views, and a jacuzzi. The on-site spa offers facial treatments, body scrubs, massages, and manicures, with a fitness center available. The villa area provides a semi-private infinity pool and jacuzzi for guests staying in those suites.

Activities & Cultural Immersion

Guests can join cooking classes, hiking trips, and walking tours focused on local culture led by experts. The hotel provides kayaks, paddleboards, and bird-watching opportunities, with a meditation kit and painting kit in each room. Special experiences include private shaman ceremonies at the water's edge and sound baths.

Location & Transportation

Casa Palopo sits on a hillside with panoramic views of three volcanic peaks: San Pedro, Atitlán, and Tolimán. The hotel has two helipads for helicopter transfers to Antigua (10 minutes) or Guatemala City airport (25 minutes). The property is a short walk from Santa Catarina Palopó village and a 15-minute tuk-tuk ride from Panajachel.

• Rooms: Private villa with three suites
• Dining: Two on-site restaurants including Kinnik
• Wellness: Two outdoor solar-heated pools and spa
• Activities: Kayaking, cooking class, bird watching
• Transport: Two helipads for helicopter transfers
• Location: Hillside overlooking three volcanoes
• Ideal for: Couples, families, cultural travelers