Vacation rentals with lake access in Guatemala

Great place to stay! Beautiful view with extremely easy check out and great communication. Transportation seemed scary at first as it’s in between Pana and Santa Catarina, but if you start walking in whatever direction you want to go, you can find a tuk tuk pretty easily. We got ours for 15Q or less per person every time.

Truly a tranquil oasis. After 2 weeks in another Pueblo on the lake, we treated ourselves to a stay at Casa Valdes. The kids were in heaven in the pool. The kitchen was so well stocked for cooking. Beds incredibly comfortable. Waking up to bird songs out the beautiful windows with breathtaking vistas was heavenly. The walk to the dock to catch a boat ride was easy. Walking up the hill to Santa Cruz was steep but straightforward. Don’t miss a meal at CEPAC in Santa Cruz. The only considerations, which PJ & Stewart outlined very well, is that you must think ahead about meal planning as you are not an easy walk to buy street food easily. Plan to bring provisions (we opted to stock the fridge with fresh tortillas, avocados, lime & salt along with mangos and papayas and were in heaven); make arrangements for Dominga to cook (delicious!) or plan a walk up the hill to CEPAC or a reservation down the dock at iguana perdida. We loved our stay so much!

Christopher’s AirBnB was clean and had great amentities like access to a football field. He gave great recommendations and provided contacts to boat and shuttle drivers. Would definitely recommend

This place exceeded our expectations. the View Is amazing, they are super welcoming. the sheets are super comfy and soft. everything you need Is in the house. Vincenzo who helps Sofía was Super nice and helpful. this place Is a Dream. nothing negative. Will come black for sure.

This is a gorgeous air bnb. The host has thought of everything and was very responsive to questions. The caretakers are kind and helpful. Our kids loved the hot tub and all the outdoor spaces. Beautiful landscaping and the lake is breathtaking. I loved the open-air feel. We stayed three nights and wished we could stay longer, it was so comfortable and relaxing. Thank you so much, Ana! Do not hesitate to book this place.

Some vacations are so surreal they feel like a dream—our girls’ trip to a hidden cliffside luxury home was exactly that. From the moment we arrived, we were in awe of the breathtaking panoramic views of Lake Atitlán. The house was a masterpiece, designed with elegance and comfort in mind, featuring an infinity pool, stunning terraces, and beautifully crafted interiors. Mornings were magical, with sunrise views that left us speechless. Chef Elizabeth and her team elevated our stay with incredible meals tailored to our dietary needs. The hospitality was top-tier, making our experience seamless. A few things to note: there’s limited A/C, and a 170+ stair climb to the home. However, the views are well worth it! Our must-dos? Hire Chef Elizabeth, book an in-house massage, and stock up on essentials in Panajachel. This cliffside retreat was pure paradise—we’re already planning our return! Chef: The House of the Traveler Mayan Cooking School

This place is absolutely stunning! We thoroughly enjoyed every part of our stay. Humberto was always there when we needed him as well as Albert for any additional questions we had. If you’re looking for a little slice of heaven, you’ve found it!

Have a great time in this house

We really enjoyed our stay here. The view was incredible. It was a short Tuk tuk up the hill. The town was not too crowded, but there were a couple restaurants to eat in the evening, which was nice! Would definitely stay again.

Samuel and Kheily were incredibly responsive and did a great job of showing us around the apartment during check-in.

Stunning views and a quick walk to town! We didn't see better views of Lake Atitlan from any other place. It was a joy to relax in the house and take it all in! When we needed to get into town for groceries and to restaurants, we took a pleasant walk through local roads, always passing by a tuk tuk if we wanted a ride instead.

From the moment we arrived, the place made us feel right at home. We felt so comfortable that we decided to extend our stay for one more day to continue enjoying the amenities of the place and the view of Panajachel. Silvia was always attentive to make sure we had everything we needed, which made our experience even more enjoyable. We definitely hope to return soon to continue enjoying this special place.

Clean, full kitchen (could be restocked with some salt, pepper and oil), nice garden area. The location was off the main strip, about a 7-10 minute walk, which we appreciated for quiet nights. We slept very well all three nights.

The place is really very nice, however, it does not indicate that the only way to get there is by boat, except for this, everything was excellent

My stay at the Sacred Tree was an absolute dream. The grounds, casita, and views were gorgeous and relaxing. The people working at Sacred Tree made the trip special as they were welcoming, warm, and helped us with everything we could have possibly imagined. I must return to this very special place. The hospitality, tranquility, and delicious meals make this place a rare gem!

The view is amazing!! Pat contacted me from the beginning and Petra provided excellent service at the facilities. Super comfortable and complete apartment. My family and I were very happy and we will definitely be back!!

If I could give this more than 5 stars I would! We had a lovely week at Mathew and Nancy’s place. Matthew was very easy to get a hold of but we didn’t need much - everything was organized so well and the casita was stocked with all the essentials. We loved our lazy days swimming and enjoying the view and how close we were to all the towns when we wanted to explore. The views are out of this world and the privacy the casita provides was wonderful. We’d love to come back again and would highly recommend this spot to anyone visiting Lago Atitlan!

Very nice accommodation and amenities. We loved the proximity to the lake and all the little details that the property had, I would stay a thousand times more.

la casita is a beautiful place to stay in santa cruz, it is a bit of a hike up but is well worth it for the views and peaceful surroundings! very glad we chose to stay here!

A beautiful and private place to spend an amazing family weekend, the pool is large and clean. We hope to be able to return in another time.

Beautiful peaceful home, perfect for traveling with my older parents…no stairs and accessible. Friendly onsite staff and very helpful :). I would definitely come back

Our family had an amazing time at La Casa Bonita. The house was incredibly clean, cozy, and the decor was warm and welcoming. We loved waking up to the sunset over the lake. My son and I enjoyed paddling in the traditional Mayan Cayuco, which was provided by the host. One of the highlights was the incredible meals we had at Bistro Isabella Restaurante, owned by a wonderful local family. Gerson, the cohost, was also our waiter at his family’s restaurant. I can’t say enough about our experience. Thank you for an unforgettable stay!

Perfect place to stay in atitlan. Calm, beautiful views, lots of nature around, we loved it. The kitchen is well equipped with everything you need to cook food everyday if you want. We’ll definitely come back! Thanks Miriam for all the help 🙌🏼

Excellent property! I loved the home, I wish I could spend more time there. The communication was perfect, everything as described, it looks even better in real life:) yes, the hike is not for beginners but I enjoyed it every time!