Vacation rentals with lake access in Guatemala

This is by far the best Airbnb I have ever stayed at. I’ve traveled to a lot of Airbnb’s in many different countries and none compare to this. Finding this place is surely an adventure but once you are there, you don’t want to leave! I can’t say enough good things about the chefs that will cook you every meal. We had them do all the shopping for our meals along with other items we wanted such as water and beer. The housekeeper services that help coordinate private boat rides to other villages, keeping the place clean, or even small things such as turning on the hot tub while we are away are truly incredible perks of this place. The property and views are just amazing and I can’t wait to come back here for my next stay!

This place was absolutely beautiful. The ladies that came and cooked for us were amazing. Food was amazing and so worth hiring them to cook for us. There really isnt anywhere to get food from around the area. Josue went and purchased the groceries for us and made sure that we had everything we needed. I cant wait to book this place again.

Highly recommend to anyone looking for a peaceful and private place in Santa Cruz. The view is stunning, the house is breezy and full of natural light, and the garden is an oasis. We worked remotely from the loft above with a view of the lake, and the windows letting in the breeze… the Starlink internet was seamless. Town/dock was 5-10 min walk from the house, and town/ATM was a short tuk tuk ride up the hill. Miguel was extremely helpful, always readily available, communicative and with a great attitude. He met us at the dock in Panajachel with a pre booked private transport and helped bring our bags up to the house. We also booked the private chef experience with Manuela and she was amazing… so sweet, punctual, and made us healthy, tasty lunches to enjoy while we worked. She even made us a refreshing drink with a cucumber from her garden, and set the table for us outside to we could eat while enjoying the nice weather. We learned a lot from chatting with her! Lovely people & stay!

This home was incredible! Not only is the location fantastic - private, right on the lake, easy to drive to, walkable to San Marcos - but it is decorated, furnished and staffed to feel like a luxury getaway. I would recommend taking the staff up on the option to have a chef and massage therapist come during your stay. I cannot say enough good things about this place. It was the perfect getaway for our family and we look forward to returning.

the house is very nice, clean, spacious and super comfortable. It has no air conditioning or fans but the rest is great.

The Airbnb is absolutely gorgeous, it comfortably slept all of us in the 4 large bedrooms. The bathrooms showers had great pressure and heat. Rudy and Maria were fantastic and Attentive to all our needs and made the best meals. The pool was definitely needed and we had a great time enjoying all the lake had to offer. Highly recommend.

Spacious home with incredible views, we all felt at home and comfortable. While slightly out of the tourist core, it was only a short tuk tuk away or a nice stroll into the busy area. Highly recommend.

The house was beautiful. Right on the lake with Cristal clear water to just jump in when waking up. We loved it!

The service was impeccable, we had a setback and they were 100% open and flexible to help us, their service was always prompt, empathetic and very friendly; finally the place is super comfortable, very well equipped and close to everything in Panajachel.

I agree with all the previous reviews - can’t recommend Griselda and Antonio’s place high enough. San Pedro is loud ! And this is an oasis of calm yet walkable to the town and language school(s) we will defo be back.

The best view I’ve ever had at an Airbnb! The balcony was a dream, and the grounds that the apartment is based on are gorgeous. Deedle and Claudia were super responsive and helpful, and Diego was a superstar! We loved our time here.

The place has an amazing view — perfect for relaxing and enjoying the surroundings. The check-in instructions were clear and everything went smoothly, without any delays. The host was very responsive and helpful. We'll definitely be back again! -— The place has a spectacular view, ideal for relaxing and enjoying the surroundings. The instructions for getting there and checking in were very clear, all without any delay. The host was very attentive and was quick to respond to any questions. We'll definitely be back another time.

We really enjoyed our stay at Rocio's place, the views are absolutely stunning! It was so peaceful and we enjoyed the fireplace upstairs. Would love to return one day!

I felt immediately at home in Tzanabaj! Nico and Venus are great hosts and I loved my studio! right by the lake, peaceful, while also close to the city center (10 min tuk tuk), where the restaurants and supermarkets can be found. There is also a beautiful community living in the other houses, so you can have your privacy and socialise with other like-minded people if you want. Totally recommend!

This apartment is a hidden gem tucked in a peaceful, secluded area just a few minutes by tuk-tuk from the heart of Panajachel. The ride typically costs between Q20–Q30 for two people, which is very reasonable. As many other reviewers have mentioned, the view from the apartment is absolutely breathtaking — waking up each morning to the stunning sight of Lake Atitlán and the surrounding volcanoes felt surreal and unforgettable. While dining options nearby are limited, the on-site restaurant in the same building exceeded our expectations — both my wife and I really enjoyed their menu. The apartment is also conveniently located just a short walk from the Atitlán Nature Reserve, which we highly recommend if you're interested in ziplining or enjoying nature trails. A huge thank you to our host Pat, who was incredibly attentive throughout our stay. Since we don’t speak Spanish, his support and guidance made everything seamless. Kudos also to Petra for her warm hospitality.

If I could give this place 10 stars I would. The location is excellent and the views are breathtaking. We altered our trip and left a day early to stay closer to the airport for an early flight the last morning and Nathali refunded us for the last night immediately. The best part is the view from the balcony. We would get our food to go for dinner and just eat on the balcony every night because it was the best view in the city. Location was amazing. I will say it does get noisy at night because of the proximity to the night clubs but the noise usually cuts off around 11pm. Other than that, I cannot recommend this place enough. We were able to explore San Pedro as well as walk to San Juan and the boat taxi dock is less than a 5 minute walk

Very comfortable and peaceful home overlooking the lake in a safe environment. Highly recommend it for a couple of days of relaxation.

Gonna’s place was perfect for our family - great indoor and outdoor space on our favorite property on the lake!

a very nice and quiet place. with many public spaces and tranquility, it had an incredible view when you leave the cabin. The lack of exterior lights at night, especially during check-in, made it somewhat difficult. It was a bit dusty and had cobwebs. Using the facilities was somewhat complicated. The jacuzzi was empty and turned off, and the same with the sauna. The equipment for kayaking was all locked up. Every time I think that by not making a reservation directly with the accommodation, it feels like we are not important enough to be given that part of the service.

Galileo is so caring and kind. He help us to take the luggage from the private deck to the house, and when we check out, he helped us to get on a boat to our next destination. He is very caring for his guests. For the property, one thing to note is that the shower head on the top is out of service, so you can only use the handheld shower head. But everything else is super good. Santa Cruz is a quiet town if you want to get dinner you have to reserve beforehand with the local restaurant.

Magical Airbnb perfect for retreating from the world and being in nature. The scenery and natural sounds around it are very special. We stayed there for 25 days and had an amazing time. There’s a small harbor 5 minutes from the cabin where you can take a boat taxi to explore the lake and also go for a swim which we enjoyed multiple times. You should know that this cabin is in the middle of nature so you can expect little insects and flies, which for us wasn’t a problem. Pat’s communication was great and Marcelo, who’s the guardian of the house was very helpful and made us feel at home. Highly recommend this place for anyone looking to dive

Niels’ place in San Marcos was absolutely perfect for our stay. Situated in one of the best spots on the lake, it was close to the action that we could walk to cafes, restaurants and the famed trampolin but also far enough away that it was tranquil. From living in Australia, we are very used to seeing huntsman spiders and I think the spiders we found in the Airbnb were similar to huntsman - harmless but probably intense to discover if you have a fear of spiders. It didn’t bother us at all but I’m sure it would bother some people, but when you’re staying in a nature area by a gorgeous lake you expect it. The caretaker of the property Victor was kind to meet us late at night and was highly communicative. The Airbnb is down a steep hill but it wasn’t an issue for us (don’t bring a big suitcase for this reason, pack lightly!). Niels and Lily were communicative about pickup points and responsive to all our needs. We had a great stay! Loved it. Would stay again.

My friend and I had a lovely few day stay in Becca's place. It was nice to have our own little part of Santiago - lovely views of the lake and nearby volcano, a great restaurant on the premises, and of course, the cabin itself was well appointed. There was lots of purified water, a great kitchen with fridge and comfortable bedding. We would highly recommend this place for anyone wanting a special stay while visiting Santiago, and Lago Atitlan..

Second stay here- it won’t be my last. Very grateful for such amazing hosts.