Lake Atitlan Auberges de Jeunesse

"… If you take photos of the people in the village, please always ask before you take them. You might find the housing situation in San Jorge La Laguna rather basic but the reason for doing this home stay is to give a real insight into Guatemala, so you can experience the culture firsthand and interact with the local community on a personal basis. The coordinators of the home stay program in San Jorge La Laguna are Daniel Jiatz Pocop and Jorge Jiatz Pocop. You can also contact Marvelus Travel Adventure Travel Network and they will...  more »

"… price: Meals in the home will be prepared by the mother of the family and you will have the opportunity to enjoy breakfast and dinner meals at home with the family. (Both are included in the price) Check-in: Monday - Saturday: 08:00 am - 20:00 pm Sundays: 09:00 am - 18:00 pm This is important since we need to allocate you with the family where you will sleep! During your trip you can stay one ore more nights with a family from the ethnic group of the Kakchiquel in San Jorge La Laguna. We hope that you enjoy this very unique...  more »

"A lovely spot on our planet. If you haven't been to Lake Atitlan, it's a beautiful lake ringed by volcanoes. This hotel is a short and beautiful walk from where a water taxi will drop you off. Food was great, and the milieu was relaxed, friendly, and informal. One of the pictures from our trip that's hanging on our office wall right now is the view of the lake from their bathroom! There are other hotels nearby, but Isla Verde has the best beds by far -- real mattresses. I'd have given them five stars just for that." … "… will...  more »