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Hotel Histórico - Hostel

Property class: 1.5
Hostel near U.S. Embassy in Guatemala in Guatemala City

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A hotel room with two beds, each with a different patterned bedspread, a nightstand with a vase of flowers, and a framed picture on the wall.
A narrow stairwell with a small framed picture and a vase with long, thin branches.
A staircase with a white wall and a black step. A small, square, cardboard box is placed on the floor next to the wall.
A room with two single beds, each with a wooden headboard and white bedding.
A staircase with a potted plant on the landing.

Reviews

5.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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1era Calle 3-49 Zona 1, Guatemala City, 01001
  • Place, National Newspaper Archive of Guatemala
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Palacio Nacional de la Cultura
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Catedral Metropolitana
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Guatemala City (GUA-La Aurora Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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A bed with a headboard, pillows, a blanket, and a folded towel.

Basic Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Shared Dormitory, 1 Bedroom, Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A bed with a headboard, pillows, a blanket, and a folded towel.

Basic Single Room, 1 Double Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, each with a different patterned bedspread, a nightstand with a vase, and framed pictures on the wall.

Basic Triple Room

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

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Two single beds with wooden headboards, white and pink bedding, and a small bedside table with a remote control.

Deluxe Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

Basic Shared Dormitory

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bed with a purple bedspread, two folded towels, and patterned pillows.

Economy Single Room, 1 Bedroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A bed with a purple bedspread, two pillows, and two folded towels.

Traditional Double Room Single Use, 1 Bedroom, Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Guatemala City

Guatemala City Historical District stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Guatemala City Historical District hostel, you'll find National Newspaper Archive of Guatemala and Palacio Nacional de la Cultura. Constitution Square and Catedral Metropolitana are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • National Newspaper Archive of Guatemala - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Constitution Square - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Palacio Nacional de la Cultura - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Central Market - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Catedral Metropolitana - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪La Esquina Jazz Café - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Vero's Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tacontento - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪El Proyecto Poporopo - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Hotel Histórico - Hostel

Hostel near U.S. Embassy in Guatemala in Guatemala City
As a guest of Hotel Histórico - Hostel, you'll find tour/ticket assistance, laundry facilities, and a television in a common area. WiFi is free in public spaces. A shuttle from the hotel to the airport (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. For a fee, parking is available.
  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Television in lobby
Hotel Histórico - Hostel offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary toiletries and portable fans. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature down comforters. LED televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

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

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

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

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Individually furnished
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 10 per room

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

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

How close is Hotel Histórico - Hostel to the airport?

Hotel Histórico - Hostel is 5.4 mi (26-min drive) away from the La Aurora Intl. Airport (GUA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Histórico - Hostel?

As of Oct 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Histórico - Hostel on Nov 1, 2026 start from $13, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Hotel Histórico - Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Hotel Histórico - Hostel offers a shuttle from the hotel to the airport 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 10 per room.

Does Hotel Histórico - Hostel offer free breakfast?

Hotel Histórico - Hostel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Hotel Histórico - Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Hotel Histórico - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Hotel Histórico - Hostel?

Free parking is not available at this hostel. Self parking is available for USD 3.

Does Hotel Histórico - Hostel have a pool?

Hotel Histórico - Hostel does not have a pool.

Does Hotel Histórico - Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Hotel Histórico - Hostel to downtown Guatemala City?

Hotel Histórico - Hostel is 0.5 mi away from Guatemala City.

Hotel Histórico - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

5.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 110 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 110 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 110 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 110 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 110 reviews

5.4/10

Cleanliness

6.2/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff treat me really good I felt very comfortable, the cost of transportation to the airport was very affordable and one thing I have to mention it is not a 5 star hotel but for me was more than enough thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was very good, the staff is very efficient. Thank you.
Stayed 15 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Disliked: Amenities
Good value for the price. I have travelled a lot and this place for was great. Own room and private bathroom can’t be beaten in Guatemala City. The area is not the best and it can get loud at night , but it depends on where your room isn’t located. Plus hot shower. You are like 3 minutes walk to the center and everything
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When i was checking in they told me that they give my room to someone else that if i want to leave my luggage in a nasty storage im going to report i would like my money back
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Completely mad… Room was not available at arrival, was given to someone else. MUST get a full refund
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was killed 20 cacuracha really creepy
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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2/10 Terrible

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
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No like
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
When i got there they said they were full and wouldnt let me in
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I didn't like nothing
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
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2/10 Terrible

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

Irresponsible a**holes

I was in contact with the hotel the whole day. I arrived in the afternoon to the city and told the hotel that I am hungry will go find something to eat and then go to the hotel. They confirmed. I went to the hotel first the sign says another name. Second after waiting half an hour outside this guy comes out and speaks to the taxi telling him they are fully booked!!! At 7 pm in the night I was left with no place to go.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
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2/10 Terrible

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.
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

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
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2/10 Terrible

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
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Muy amables
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
El recibimiento estuvo mal, un colaborardor sin camisa me recibió, cambiaron mis cosas de habitación sin estar yo presente y d ela limpieza está terrible e infestado de cucarachas
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Todo bien
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Muy mala atención y no hay parqueo ni aire acondicionado
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Es horrible es una casa particular sin nombre ni identificación visible. además el personal un señor ya mayor te atiende como si quisieras regalada la Noche. supuestamente hice una reservación pero nunca funciono dicha reservación pésimo.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Me dejaron sin habitación, según el propietario no recibió reservación, la plataforma realizó el cobro, me devolvieron en efectivo la reserva, no fue el total ya que la plataforma indicaba un precio y al parecer ellos tienen otro. Al comunicarme al número ni existe. No puedo opinar sobre instalaciones y demás. Además indicaron que la plataforma ya no existe, si ya no existirá deberían de darse de baja, para que nos les pase lo mismo que a mí.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026

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