Perched in a spectacular fashion above beautiful Lake Atitlán in the Guatemalan Highlands. Casa Palopó is a place for relaxation on the banks of one of the country’s greatest draws. An especially noteworthy feature is the helipad on-site; many visitors skip the three-hour drive from Guatemala City and arrive via helicopter.
A former private estate that is now an exclusive hotel. This retreat for sophisticated travellers offers both a boutique hotel experience as well as a detached, private villa. Rich Guatemalan colors, art, furnishings and heirlooms surround guests with the unique culture of Guatemala.
The living area of the main hotel building provides a comfortable place for guests to relax and peruse the amazing collection of photographs, artisan work and antiques that fill the space. This area opens up with wide glass doors to the terrace and restaurant, with views of the lake below and three volcanoes on the horizon; and allows the breezes and sunshine to flow in. To the left of this area is a cozy bar with an authentic, old-fashioned jukebox and small seating area to enjoy a handcrafted cocktail created just for you.
There are two solar-heated pools: one at the main building, and another (with an infinity edge) above at the villa with a hot tub. Both pools feature oversized lounge chairs. A small fitness gym is available. Spa treatments can be booked in the privacy of the guest rooms or a small on-site treatment room.
The staff can also set up a variety of cultural tours and ecotourism activities around Lake Atitlán and its surrounding towns. A small handicraft shop selling authentic Mayan arts and crafts is also on-site. (R&C)
Rooms
Fifteen spacious rooms are uniquely decorated with contemporary and indigenous Guatemalan artwork, that hangs on bright stucco walls. Wooden beams span overhead, with cool Italian linens draping across the beds. Private terraces are furnished with wooden lounges, creating the perfect nook to absorb the views.
Suite
There's a variety of suites uniquely decorated and different sizes. The Master Suite is decorated with paintings by artists from Guatemala, blue walls, fine furniture, a sofa, a desk, chair, closet, a safe and a mini bar. It has a large terrace, which has a sofa and two sun beds and an excellent view of the lake where you can sit and read or watch the sunset over the lake and volcanoes. It has a table and two chairs, to prepare a romantic dinner on the balcony. Its spacious bathroom has shower tiles and a fine lake view.
The Villa
The Villa is a newly renovated area with exclusive house amenities, three spacious and comfortable rooms all with their own private bathrooms with tubs overlooking the lake, tiled floors and separate showers. These rooms can be rented individually, or guests can rent the entire villa.
Casa Palopó offers activities such as bird watching, hiking, kayaking, boat trips, tent experience, tortilla bar, shaman experience, yoga, and cultural visits to the surrounding villages and markets.
