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Socialtel Atitlan

3.0 star property
Hostel with an outdoor pool, steps from Lake Atitlán

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Relax by the serene pool surrounded by lush greenery and rolling hills.
Practice yoga with a serene ocean view and mountain backdrop.
Guests can practice yoga on the deck with a thatched roof, overlooking a serene mountain and water view.
Enjoy a meal at this restaurant with a rustic and tropical ambiance, featuring a long bar counter, wooden chairs, and a colorful mural.
Relax in a traditional room with a large bed, sofa, and chairs, plus a wooden bench at the foot of the bed.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Calle del Embarcadero Zona 2, Panajachel, Solola, 7010
  • Casa Cakchiquel Arts Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Church of Saint Francis
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Panajachel Municipal Market
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Quetzaltenango (AAZ-Los Altos)
    ‪75 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for 8 Bed Large Female Dorm

Three bunk beds with ladders offer comfortable sleeping options.

8 Bed Large Female Dorm

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Compact Private Room, Shared Bathroom

Cozy retreat with a single bed, wooden headboard, and colorful blanket. A nightstand with a lamp is nearby.

Compact Private Room, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for 8 Bed Mixed Community Dorm

Three bunk beds with ladders offer comfortable sleeping options.

8 Bed Mixed Community Dorm

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Private Teepee, Shared Bathroom

Cozy cabin room with a single bed, wooden stool, and wall-mounted light fixture.

Private Teepee, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Premium Suite

Cozy retreat with a large bed, woven rug, and brick fireplace.

Premium Suite

  • 530 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Cozy retreat with a traditional bed, wooden headboard, and woven bench, set against a rustic backdrop with exposed beams.

Suite

  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room (Queen), Private Bathroom

Relax in a stylish room with a large bed, wooden wardrobe, and vibrant wall mural.

Standard Room (Queen), Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for 4 Bed Mixed Community Dorm

Cozy retreat with a large window offering a view of the outside, a comfortable bed, and a fireplace for warmth.

4 Bed Mixed Community Dorm

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Panajachel

Socialtel Atitlan places you next to Lake Atitlán and within a 5-minute walk of Azul Maya Archaeological Museum. This 3-star hostel has 37 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Atitlán - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Casa Cakchiquel Arts Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • La Galeria - 8 min walk - 0.5 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) - 117 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Little Spoon - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sunset Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante el chaparral - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pollo Campero Panajachel - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Atlantis - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Socialtel Atitlan

Hostel with an outdoor pool, steps from Lake Atitlán
Guests of Socialtel Atitlan enjoy an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a business center. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with access to locker space, tours or tickets, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a library, laundry facilities, and a TV in a common area.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi.
Recreational amenities at the hostel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 9 for adults and USD 9 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 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 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 9 for adults and USD 9 for children

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 cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-10:30 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

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

Property is also known as

Selina Atitlan Hostel Panajachel
Selina Atitlan Hostel
Selina Atitlan Hostel Panajachel
Selina Atitlan Hostel
Selina Atitlan Panajachel
Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Selina Atitlan Panajachel
Panajachel Selina Atitlan Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Selina Atitlan
Atitlan
Selina Atitlan
Socia/tel Atitlan
Selina Atitlan Hostel
Socialtel Atitlan Panajachel
Socialtel Atitlan Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Socialtel Atitlan Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Panajachel

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Socialtel Atitlan?

Socialtel Atitlan provides free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do within easy reach of Socialtel Atitlan?

This hostel is located in Panajachel, just steps from Lake Atitlán and Azul Maya Archaeological Museum, and within a short walk of Casa Cakchiquel Arts Center. You'll also find Church of Saint Francis and Panajachel Municipal Market less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Socialtel Atitlan?

No, there isn't parking at this hostel.

Does Socialtel Atitlan have a casino at the property?

No, Socialtel Atitlan doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Socialtel Atitlan?

No, this hostel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Socialtel Atitlan?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hostel, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Socialtel Atitlan?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does Socialtel Atitlan have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Socialtel Atitlan serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will Socialtel Atitlan allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Socialtel Atitlan.

Are there connecting rooms at Socialtel Atitlan?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Socialtel Atitlan?

The closest major airport to Socialtel Atitlan is Quetzaltenango (AAZ-Los Altos), which is about 24.4 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Socialtel Atitlan?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Socialtel Atitlan.

Socialtel Atitlan Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 143 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 143 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 143 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 143 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 143 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Jose

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property needs some urgent upgrades; dated furniture; very old towels and bedding; bathroom renovations; better care of the garden. Swimming pool was dirty, no one goes in the water. Staff is nice and friendly. Breakfast options at the restaurant were good and tasty. But I wouldn’t recommend this place until needed upgrades and renovations are completed. Customers should not get used to pay for poorly maintained properties.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scarla, Lafayette

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Max

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice hotel very close to shops and restaurants and the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Genesis

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice place with nice employees. The dorms weren’t the cleanest and the shower broke. It would clog up nearly enough to spill out of the shower.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

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

Overpriced, but good location

My cousin and I stayed here for just one night at the end of our stay on Lake Atitlán. Our room (one of the teepees) was great and had everything we needed. The communal bathrooms were often out of toilet paper and paper towels. The restaurant/bar was expensive but the food was good. The bottom of the pool was covered in algae and no one was swimming while we were there. But the location is great for exploring Pana. Overall we would recommend but feel like the price is high for what you get.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, value,staff, activities and services. The pool did not look so inviting and it can be a little noisy, but we absolutely would go again. I recommend not booking with breakfast through Expedia, it is sometimes included with activities you can book there and there are many options to discover around
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mireille

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was conveniently located, room was spacious and clean. Staff very helpful. Caters a bit more to younger crew with great activities at reasonable price and good on site restaurant. A good option!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

joyce

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The check in took some time if you get there early, other than that the standard rooms were very spacious. Its quiet. very central to everything. Would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

CHIWON

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Glennie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Unique accommodation with the 'teepee' but there was a smell and was not clean especially the bathrooms for the teepee. The staff seemed to be inconvenienced when asked a question. Never gpt back to me on the services and tours they "offered."
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Ana

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool was really dirty they had an algae problem, restaurant area was not clean and overall maintenance of the garden and lobby was really poor.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Mariamawit

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This place is close to a lot of things. The only thing is that the pool is dirty and it’s loud at night. It’s close to the main road, so you’ll heard all the neighbor dogs barking at night. Our room had a foul bathroom smell- when we closed the bathroom door it was contained and wasn’t bad. Other than that it’s a great place to stay. The staff, the location is great.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Julio

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked 2 nights at this property ,but we didn't stayed even 30 minutes,because of bad smell. We booked another hotel for the same 2 nights. When I returned the key the next day the person at the front desk told was the sewer and she offered a bottle of something to mitigate the smell .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Eric

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pricey for what you get, dated just ok
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Yisel Antonia, Bronx

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property could use some upgrades but overall it is in good condition. They should upgrade all pool furniture & keep pool area cleaner, plus play better tunes. The staff is very friendly… they do play the same playlist over and over again by the pool and that’s quite annoying. Music is loud & on by 9am. The room was kept clean by staff, and I had some good roommates. I stayed with 3 other girls. The food is very GOOD! There’s also free food in the communal kitchen left by other guests. No one touched my food in the fridge & they hold your bags in a locked room plus they set up transportation back to Antigua / Guatemala City, which was also great. I left my passport ID behind at the bar & they sent it to their Antigua location the next day. A lot of stray dogs, plus a resident dog, they keep mostly to themselves. Location is perfect… close to a lot of walkable bars, restaurants & clubs. I walked around pretty late (alone) and felt safe. It gets chilly at night, bring a jacket. Overall I would stay here again. I’m looking forward to trying other Selina locations.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Karl

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This place has potential. They’ve included some thoughtful things that hostel-oriented travelers will appreciate, and the dining options are great. The woman at the reception desk during the day was super friendly and helpful. I appreciated that they had a king size bed, but the mattress was extra firm, which made my back hurt after a few days. There were a number of maintenance issues, but it did appear that they were actively working on them. Overall, if you don’t mind a hard bed, this is a good option in Panajachel.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Linda, Limoges

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice rooms, clean, spacious, well layed out and well equiped. Staff is very good, rooms are not sound proof .... so lots of noise from other unruly guests partying staying in adjacing room past midnight Pool was green with algea and not usable. Great spa services!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elvis, Richmond

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Great place and location. Lots of activities. Definitely recommend the private rooms!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Great location, great facilities. Checking in the service is terrible stressed staff that make you feel like you‘re an inconvenience to them and much stuffier service than than checking into a 5 star hotel 😂 But I guess we all have bad days it’s a great place to spend a night before an early transfer to the city but just don’t expect much help from the staff. Also avoid the wooden huts… any slight wind and the noise from the metal roofs banging about are gonna make you think you’re sleeping in a washing machine 😂 But overall decent enough place & good warm showers and a decent pool.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Indira

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

Okay

Overall, good experience; cold nights, we needed extra blankets. Saturday night was noisy because people was all over the hotel drinking, talking loud and partying. Shared bathroom was not clean regularly ( trash cans over flowing).
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hayden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jillian, Bakersfield

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josue

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Brenton

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room had black spots all over the walls, looked like there was mold everywhere. Shower would not drain. Plywood was used as the headboard. Towels were not ready upon checkin. Will not be staying here again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

luz elena

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

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