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El Carmen Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, steps from Central Park

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Close to Antigua Guatemala Cathedral and Central Park, El Carmen Hotel provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a rooftop terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a massage, a body scrub, or a manicure/pedicure. In addition to a garden and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Tempur-Pedic bed
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Triple Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Standard Triple Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Tempur-Pedic bed
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Hair dryer
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Double Beds

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Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Tempur-Pedic bed
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Tempur-Pedic bed
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Family Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton linens
2 bedrooms
Tempur-Pedic bed
  • 25 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Double Room Standard

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Suite with View

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Room Superior with View

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Double Room Standard

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Triple Room Deluxe

  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

About the neighborhood

Historic Center, a neighborhood in Antigua Guatemala with great shopping, is home to El Carmen Hotel. Las Capuchinas Convent and Palacio del Ayuntamiento are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Central Park and El Reposo Spa. Casa K'Ojom Museum of Mayan Music and Xtrema Bungee are also worth visiting. Guests love the hotel's central location. Visit our Antigua Guatemala travel guide
Map
3a. Avenida Norte #9, Antigua Guatemala, Sacatepequez

What's nearby

  • Palacio de los Capitans Antigua, Guatemala
    Central Park
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • The famous Arc of Santa Catalina, representative of the city of Antigua.
    Santa Catalina Arch
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Panoramic inside the ruins of Antigua's Cathedral, one of the many buildings that collapsed after the earthquake that destroyed the city in 1773.
    Antigua Guatemala Cathedral
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Las Capuchinas Convent
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Casa Santo Domingo Museum
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • La Aurora Intl. Airport (GUA)
    70 min drive

Restaurants

  • La Cuevita De Los Urquizú
    2 min walk
  • saberico
    2 min walk
  • Restaurante Sobremesa
    2 min walk
  • Fat Cat Coffee House
    2 min walk
  • Bistrot Cinq
    2 min walk

About this property

El Carmen Hotel

Hotel near Central Park
Close to Antigua Guatemala Cathedral and Casa Santo Domingo Museum, El Carmen Hotel provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a rooftop terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a massage, a body scrub, or a manicure/pedicure. In addition to a garden and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), concierge services, and wedding services
  • A banquet hall, multilingual staff, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, central location, and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at El Carmen Hotel have thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets, Tempur-Pedic beds, and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, daily housekeeping, and phones

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 65 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 10 (one-way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Hotel El Carmen
Hotel El Carmen Antigua Guatemala
El Carmen Antigua Guatemala
Hotel El Carmen
El Carmen Hotel Hotel
El Carmen Hotel Antigua Guatemala
El Carmen Hotel Hotel Antigua Guatemala

Frequently asked questions

Is El Carmen Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at El Carmen Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at El Carmen Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Does El Carmen Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 65 per vehicle applies.

Where is El Carmen Hotel located?

Located in Historic Center, this hotel is steps from Choco Museum, Central Park, and Antigua Guatemala Cathedral. Antigua Tabaco Compania S.A. and Palacio del Ayuntamiento are just steps away.

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Reviews

El Carmen Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 456 out of 722 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 152 out of 722 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 78 out of 722 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 722 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 722 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Roxana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay, pretty close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Roweena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with friendly helpful staff as super comfortable bed and a lovely breakfast included
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was fabulous, very clean, smelled amazing and bed was very comfy. I especially enjoyed the rain shower and the convenient location. The staff was so friendly, spoke English which was very helpful, and the food in the restaurant was incredible. I would highly recommend El Carmen!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michaela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooftop here was AMAZING, and the included breakfast was a brilliant perk. The staff was so lovely, the room was spacious, and the bathroom was great. Location was peak as well, would recommend staying at El Carmen.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, excellent bed, and nice roof top terrace to have breakfast and hang out. Central location. Super friendly and attentive staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

alba

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pleasantly surprised. Excellent location and friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Delicious breakfast on the rooftop with stunning views of the volcanoes. Great friendly staff!! Would come back here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really great shower and excellent rooftop restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was extremely nice and the breakfast with a view was amazing. That alone is worth staying there. The lunch and dinner were good as well, the drinks were ok. As we found in Guatemala, most drinks are just ok. The rooms are clean the shower decent. The only con is that you WILL hear people starting at 0530-0600 dragging their luggage and chatting loudly every day so just plan on getting up at that time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff and great location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
EVERYTHING WAS COOL AND THE STAFF WERE ALL NICE! WENT OUT THEY WAY TO SWITCH MY ROOM FOR ME! INCLUDED BFAST WAS GOOD & FRESH, WISH IT CAME W/MEAT & MORE OPTIONS BESIDES PORK BACON! THE VIEWS WERE LOVELY FROM THE ROOFTOP & WALKING DISTANCE TO THE ARCH, CENTRAL PARK & CERRO DE LA CRUZ! I WILL BE BACK!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ansley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, helpful staff, very walkable area. Loved this stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was close to all attractions. The view of the mountains was exceptional. Breakfast was excellent hotel is very clean convenient to transportation, shopping dining options five star rating.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, nice rooms, with good service. They brought us a non-alcoholic juice drink upon checking in, which was a nice touch.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francesca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing! Very accommodating when we arrived early for checkin. Let us store luggage. Also there’s a beautiful rooftop! The room was clean and looked just like the photos. There wasn’t great air circulation in the shower but the water pressure was great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Afif

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

A must in Antigua!

Awesome stay, friendly staff, great bed and sheets, air conditioner, great hot water, great Food, great Location!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the triple bed room, which was very nice. There were only two of us (we booked late so it was the last available room) and we had plenty of space. The beds were each a different firmness which could be good for lucky sleepers. The bathroom was updated, the rooftop restaurant served excellent food. The staff at the entire hotel was very friendly. If I were to return to Guatemala, I would definitely stay at El Carmen again. Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My partner and I stayed here for just one night and it definitely wasn’t enough! Staff were extremely kind and accommodating to us and were able to get us a massage booked last minute. It was amazing and super relaxing after our volcano hike the morning before we arrived at the hotel. We are already counting down to our next trip to Antigua and definitely plan to stay here!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gonzalo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was great with A/C as an American I forget how great AC is in some of these countries. The included breakfast might be the best I have anywhere.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ansley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were extremely clean and comfortable, very walkable in the city, and wonderful staff! We booked a romantic dinner at the rooftop restaurant, and it was above and beyond. Wonderful stay overall!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jocelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Both rooms were clean and comfortable. The AC worked great, breakfast was good with quite a variety of meals to pick from, the property itself was well maintained. Had a facial done and it was wonderful. Hotel is walking distance to the market, Starbucks and so many other places!!! Rooftop resturant also had a beautiful view.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice hotel. All staff were great. Nice location and good restaurant. The bed was too soft.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is incredibly cozy and perfectly located for exploring Antigua on foot. I highly recommend it for anyone visiting the area. Breakfast is included, the restaurant is beautiful, and the food is absolutely delicious!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

KELLY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my stay. The hotel was within walking distance to lots of restaurants and stores and the main square. The breakfast was divine! The tostadas in the morning were delicious! I had them almost everyday. I had dinner and it was good as well. The staff was very warm and helpful and knowledgeable. The people, in general, are very nice. Highly recommend this hotel and Antigua!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

barb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome location and great staff. Hope to return soon.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025