Hotel Histórico - Hostel

1.5 star property
Hostel in Guatemala City with a 24-hour front desk

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Two beds with metal frames and crisp bedding.
Staircase with a handrail and a decorative box at the base, featuring a small potted plant.
Cozy room with two single beds, a brick wall, and a window.
Bathroom features a sink and toilet with a convenient storage basket.
A staircase leads up to a decorative vase with a plant on a small, square box.

Reviews

5.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

View in a map
1era Calle 3-49 Zona 1, Guatemala City, 01001
  • U.S. Embassy in Guatemala
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • La Aurora Zoo
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Paseo Cayala
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Guatemala City (GUA-La Aurora Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

Basic Single Room, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Triple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

Economy Single Room, 1 Bedroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Traditional Double Room Single Use, 1 Bedroom, Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Basic Shared Dormitory

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Shared Dormitory, 1 Bedroom, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Guatemala City

Located in Guatemala City Historical District, Hotel Histórico - Hostel is a leisurely stroll from sights such as National Newspaper Archive of Guatemala and Palacio Nacional de la Cultura. This 7-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour front desk.

What's nearby

  • Central Market - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Guatemala City Hall - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • U.S. Embassy in Guatemala - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • La Aurora Zoo - 7 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Paseo Cayala - 8 min drive - 3.7 miles

Getting around

  • La Aurora Intl. Airport (GUA) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Vero's Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza Zona 1 - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪shai wa - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Rayuela - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Hotel Histórico - Hostel

Hostel in Guatemala City with a 24-hour front desk
Guests staying at Hotel Histórico - Hostel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a TV in a common area. You can take advantage of onsite parking for a fee, along with a shuttle from the hotel to the airport (available 24 hours) for USD 10 per room. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with tours/tickets and luggage storage.
32-inch LED TVs are available for entertainment, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds are dressed in down comforters and bathrooms offer rainfall showers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include portable fans and phones. Bathrooms are shared.

Languages

Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour airport drop-off shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Self parking on site (surcharge)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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 10 per room

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 9:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient departures, you can take advantage of the airport drop-off service (fees apply). Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Hotel Colonial Maya Guatemala City
Colonial Maya Guatemala City
Hotel Histórico
Hotel Colonial Maya
Hotel Histórico Hostel
Hotel Histórico - Hostel Guatemala City
Hotel Histórico - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Hotel Histórico - Hostel?

Hotel Histórico - Hostel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see close to Hotel Histórico - Hostel?

This hostel is situated in Guatemala City Historical District within a short 14-minute walk of Central Market and also 12 minutes on foot from Palacio Nacional de la Cultura. You'll also find Constitution Square and Catedral Metropolitana less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Hotel Histórico - Hostel?

Yes, parking is offered for USD 3. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Hotel Histórico - Hostel have a casino at the property?

No, Hotel Histórico - Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Histórico - Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Is Hotel Histórico - Hostel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like a down comforter and a rainfall showerhead as well as a 24-hour front desk.

Does Hotel Histórico - Hostel have a hot tub?

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

Does Hotel Histórico - Hostel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Hotel Histórico - Hostel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Hotel Histórico - Hostel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel Histórico - Hostel.

Does Hotel Histórico - Hostel have connecting rooms?

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

Where is the closest airport to Hotel Histórico - Hostel?

The closest major airport to Hotel Histórico - Hostel is La Aurora Intl. Airport (GUA), which is 5.4 mi away (26 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hotel Histórico - Hostel?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Hotel Histórico - Hostel.

Hotel Histórico - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

5.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 86 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 86 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 86 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 86 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 86 reviews

5.2/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

5.6/10

Amenities

5.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Anysha

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

6/10 Okay

Hector

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Brenna

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

andres

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stay at your own risk!

When a serious problem emerged, no one at Hotel Histórico took responsibility. No hotel management available. There is no visible sign on the street to indicate that this is a hotel. Stay at your own risk!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Robert omar

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Yahaira

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No se sabe si la dirección está correcta, el lugar donde nos mandaron y nunca nos abrieron, necesitamos nuestro reembolso
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

abraham

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Oscar

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The place is not easy to find because it does not have an exact address on the map and they do not have a sign
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

William

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Where to start with this hotel experience... Our bus was delayed into Guatemala City which meant we didn't arrive at the hotel until 10pm. Luckily our taxi driver hung around and helped us find this place. There is nothing on the front of the building which identifies it as a hotel. Secondly, once they answered the doorbell they said they were full. Luckily after showing a reservation they invited us in whilst they made some calls. With 15 minutes we were being whisked away in a car to another hotel. So credit where credits due they did sort it out and ending up in the same hotel chain but closer to the historic centre. However, luckily it was late and after a near 12 hour bus we didnt care too much where we were because the room was very poor and only provided a fleece blanket as a sheet... It makes my skin crawl thinkong about it. Finally, we had a bit of time before our next transfer so we wanted to explore the city but unfortunately we werent allowed to leave our bags! Wbich really was the cherry on the cake.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jose

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Que mala experiencia en ese lugar las camas se están quebrando etc etc etc horrible experiencia no lo recomiendo lo muestran bonito en el internet pero la realidad es otra .😡
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Martin

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

Good location for budget and historic center

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daylin

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Dora

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I didn't like nothing
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Juan

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Britney

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The cleanliness of this place was zero to none. Pretty sure the tub had not been cleaned in weeks if not months. There was rubbish and hair in the tub from the previous guests. On top of that the shower head had some sketchy power running to it that actually shocked us during a shower. The location was great and close to town but we would never stay there again. Management had zero information about the area. And above all they charged us extra because apparently "Expedia" only charged for 1 person not 2 in the one room. Would not recommend this place. Save yourselves the trouble and spend a little more cuz cheap isn't worth it here.

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Philip

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
When i got there they said they were full and wouldnt let me in
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Angelina

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
DO NOT GO TO THIS “HOTEL”. We arrived at the location and address provided by Expedia, the location was the correct hotel that we booked as it was the same location as the pictures provided. Once we arrived, the front desk guy immediately left the room and hopped on call. He came back and said we were at the wrong location and that he was going to drive us to the “right” location that was 8 blocks away. Even though we showed him where Expedia told us to go and that the pictures and name of the hotel matched up, he insisted that we were at the wrong location. This location was well over 30 blocks away and in a terrible neighborhood. We walked in “Hotel Malybu”, and the hotel was super run down and the people staying and working there just gave us an extremely unsettling vibe. We voiced our concerns that we were certainly not the hotel we booked and the front desk guy kept talking to us like we were stupid (typical scammers). He told us that Expedia still needs to update the pictures and location (like what?). However I read a review from 2018 and they experienced the same thing. This was a TOTAL SCAM. I have traveled to so many countries as a backpacker and have never experienced a scam like this. DO NOT TRUST THEM. In order to stay safe and avoid further confrontation, we accepted the room he gave us after, stayed in it for about 10 minutes to call Expedia about it, and immediately left. We never gave them any attitude about it in order to stay safe.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very nice home that has been turned into a hotel with private bedrooms. Staff is always on site.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

2/10 Terrible

naishun

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Alessandro

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

Muy bueno

Muy bueno, muy amable el personal. Seguro volvere
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Super

Muy bueno todo
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

2/10 Terrible

salvador

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Worse at all. Front desk person was drunk rooms smell not clean at all
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great as usual!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021