CAMINO A SANTA CATARINA PALOPÓ, BARRIO JUCANYÁ, Panajachel, Solola, 07010
What's nearby
Lake Atitlán - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
La Galeria - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
Casa Cakchiquel Arts Center - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
Church of Saint Francis - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
Panajachel Municipal Market - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
Getting around
Quetzaltenango (AAZ-Los Altos) - 118 min drive
Restaurants
Restaurante El Cayuco - 3 min drive
Pollo Campero Panajachel - 20 min walk
Atlantis - 3 min drive
Circus Bar - 17 min walk
Guajimbos - 19 min walk
About this property
Hotel El Sol
Hostel near Lake Atitlán
You can look forward to a rooftop terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities at Hotel El Sol. Free in-room WiFi and a restaurant are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Free self parking
Tour/ticket assistance and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Hotel El Sol have amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
Showers and free toiletries
TVs with cable channels
Languages
English, Japanese, Spanish
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Food and drink
A restaurant
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 percent 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
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 percent
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
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
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 Hotel El Sol pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Hotel El Sol?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Hotel El Sol?
Check-in begins at 2 PM.
What time is check-out at Hotel El Sol?
Check-out is at 1 PM.
Where is Hotel El Sol located?
Situated in the mountains, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of La Galeria and Lake Atitlán. Museo Raúl Vasquéz and Casa Cakchiquel Arts Center are also within 1 mi (2 km).
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Hotel El Sol Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 58 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 58 reviews
8 - Good
17
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 58 reviews
6 - Okay
3
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 58 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 58 reviews
2 - Terrible
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10
Nice owner, and in a quiet part of town
Eric
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10
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.
Edmundo
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
8/10
The manager of the property is a very nice person and attentive to our needs
Alfredo
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10
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.
Edmundo
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10
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.
Randy
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023
2/10
never got confirmation email but was charged anyways.
sandra
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
10/10
Matthew
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
10/10
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.
Matthew
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
8/10
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
Emily-Linda
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10
Audrey
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
6/10
Yuka
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
10/10
Daniel J
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
4/10
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.
Benoît
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
10/10
Johanna
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
10/10
Dorota
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
10/10
Blanca Azucena
10/10
El personal muy servicial y amable. Lo recomiendo y volvería a hospedarme aquí.
Marvin
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
8/10
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.
Leslie
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
8/10
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.
Jose Damian
Stayed 1 night in May 2021
10/10
El lugar estaba muy limpio y organizado, la atención recibida también fue muy amable!
Jennifer
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020
8/10
Del Cid
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
8/10
Kayla
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
8/10
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.
Paul
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
10/10
The hotel staff was kind and attentive. Internet connection was great. Breakfast was cheap and good and even Japanese food is available! Delicious!