El Carmen Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Central Park
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Terrace/patio
Reception
Hallway
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters
Reception

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Room service

Explore the area

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3a. Avenida Norte #9, Antigua Guatemala, Sacatepequez
  • Central Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Antigua Guatemala Cathedral
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Casa Santo Domingo Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Guatemala City (GUA-La Aurora Intl.)
    ‪40 min drive‬
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Room options

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Triple Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Double Beds

Family Suite

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room Superior with View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Triple Room Deluxe

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite with View

  • Sleeps 4

Double Room Standard

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Double Room Standard

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Antigua Guatemala

Located in Historic Center, El Carmen Hotel is next to popular attractions like Central Park and Antigua Guatemala Cathedral. This 22-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Central Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Santa Catalina Arch - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Las Capuchinas Convent - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Antigua Guatemala Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Casa Santo Domingo Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • La Aurora Intl. Airport (GUA) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks Antigua - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Lava Terrace Bar and Burgers - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Cuevita De Los Urquizú - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Escudilla - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Fat Cat Coffee House - ‬1 min walk

About this property

El Carmen Hotel

Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Central Park
Guests of El Carmen Hotel enjoy a rooftop terrace, free WiFi in public areas, and spa services. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 65 per vehicle one-way. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a meeting room, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
32-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Tempur-Pedic beds sport Egyptian cotton sheets and down comforters, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Phones, ironing boards, and wardrobes or closets are also standard.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are couples treatment room(s) available. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials, and body scrubs.

Languages

English, Spanish

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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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Children stay free when using existing bedding (children may not be eligible for free breakfast)

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

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

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

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 free cancellation available at El Carmen Hotel?

El Carmen Hotel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see close to El Carmen Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Historic Center, just steps from Central Park and Antigua Guatemala Cathedral, and within a short walk of Casa Santo Domingo Museum. You'll also find Las Capuchinas Convent and Santa Catalina Arch less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at El Carmen Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Is a spa located at El Carmen Hotel?

Spa services at the hotel include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and couples treatments.

Does El Carmen Hotel include a casino?

No, El Carmen Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at El Carmen Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at El Carmen Hotel?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including in-room massages as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at El Carmen Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does El Carmen Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, El Carmen Hotel serves free cooked-to-order breakfasts each morning from its restaurant.

Will El Carmen Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at El Carmen Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at El Carmen Hotel?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from El Carmen Hotel?

The closest major airport to El Carmen Hotel is La Aurora Intl. Airport (GUA), which is 25.2 mi away (72 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at El Carmen Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at El Carmen Hotel.

Does El Carmen Hotel offer wedding services?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at El Carmen Hotel.

El Carmen Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 374 out of 613 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 136 out of 613 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 613 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 613 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 613 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and nice room. Loved the hot shower and incredible Breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Todos fueron amables.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

April

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were extremely friendly, helpful and accommodating. The rooms were spacious and clean. My experience overall was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Brooke

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Ah, could be a better experience

The hotel ran an hour late to let us check in. That was a bit annoying. The hotel is charming but the rooms are extremely small. The beds are extremely comfortable. The only window view we had was of the small courtyard. It felt a bit claustrophobic. The tv in the room was hanging by a thread and ultimately required fixing by the hotel staff and my husband. It still did not work after all was said and done. The hotel's included breakfast was delicious. No complaints there. We treated ourselves to a couples massage and the masseuses were wonderful, however the spa room was right newr an open window from the main road in which you heard the motorcycles and street traffic throughout the massage. Definitely not as relaxing as one may like. The hotel staff tries to be accommodating but everything seems to be more complex then it needs to be. Such as requesting bottles of water...they need to run it by this person to get it from this person. Simple things! And finally, there is an elderly man who lives near by but has adopted this hotel as his own hang out. He likes to play music and his phone pretty loud in the mornings in the middle of the courtyard with no regard for the paying guests. The hotel shoudl really manage that situation better.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rolando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooftop view is beautiful and incredible. The hotel has cute decor perfect for picture opportunities. The staff members are all helpful and friendly. If you want to go out for the night, restaurants and bars are nearby and in walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was basic but fine. On an internal courtyard near to stair so the noise of other guests talking-when coming in during the evening/night was considerable. The rooftop restaurant is beautiful, with a clear view of all the volcanoes today. The “incluido” breakfast was excellent. Staff was helpful with arranging my shuttle to the lake. I will come back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

matt

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leticia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an excellent hotel. Beautiful, confortable and in an awesome location close to stores, restaurants and all kinds of amenities. The hotel restaurant is located in the rooftop and has an awesome view. The menu is extensive and the food is excellent. The staff was very courteous and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Serella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience as a solo traveler !
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tracy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great central property. Walkable to so much central. Greated with cold hibiscus tea. Staff very friendly. Nice rooftop patio. Breakfast and drinks on patio so nice with view of volcanos. Our room had no windows looking out so that was different. Walls also very thin so could hear everything in the room next door. But this is typical in Antigua. Beds comfy. Great plush towels.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very clean. The breakfast options in the morning were great. Walking distance to all the main attractions. The staff were very nice and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Journey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really liked how clean this property was. It was beautiful inside. My only complaint was my room was directly across from the lobby, which made me feel like anything could be heard in my room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adamary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madheline

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great, comfortable place. Location is perfect, close to everything. The breakfast is 10/10.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alisa

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Donald

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice small hotel about two blocks from the town square. Convenient to restaurants and shopping. Being in the centro area it is a bit noisy, especially the rooms that face the inner courtyard. Our friend had a room facing outward, and it didn’t have a window.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jensine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for a solo traveler - staff was super friendly and accommodating! Super convenient to everything central in town, and waking up to breakfast on the roof was great as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

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

Great stay- we will be back!

My cousin and I spent just one night at El Carmen, and we wished we could have stayed longer. The beds were very comfortable, bathroom was newly renovated, and the rooftop restaurant was lovely. Everyone was very friendly and helpful. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheetal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is fantastic—you can easily walk anywhere in the city. The rooftop restaurant offers stunning views while dining, and the complimentary breakfast, including vegetarian options, is a great bonus. Lily at the front desk was incredibly friendly and helped me book the Pacaya Volcano tour and a shuttle to Panajachel. Overall, a wonderful stay, and I would definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025