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Hotel y Cafe La Casa del Mundo

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront hotel near Lake Atitlán

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Economy Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar

Explore the area

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El Jaibalito, Santa Cruz La Laguna, Solola, 60111
  • Place, Lake Atitlán
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Los Elementos Day Spa
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Cerro Tzankujil
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Airport, Quetzaltenango (AAZ-Los Altos)
    ‪112 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Suite, Multiple Beds, Balcony, Lake View | Lake view

Deluxe Suite, Multiple Beds, Balcony, Lake View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Economy Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Economy Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room, Private Bathroom | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Double Room, Private Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, Multiple Beds, Balcony, Lake View | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Suite, Multiple Beds, Balcony, Lake View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, Multiple Beds | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Bungalow, 1 Queen Bed, Lake View | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Bungalow, 1 Queen Bed, Lake View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Economy Double Room, 2 Twin Beds, Shared Bathroom | View from room

Economy Double Room, 2 Twin Beds, Shared Bathroom

  • Lake view
  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, Balcony | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Suite, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, Balcony, Lake View | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Room, Balcony, Lake View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Economy Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Economy Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz La Laguna

On the beach.Stay at this Santa Cruz La Laguna hotel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Atitlán and 2 miles (3 km) of Los Elementos Day Spa. Tzantizotz Nature Reserve is within 9 miles (15 km) and San Jorge Lookout is within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • Lake Atitlán - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Los Elementos Day Spa - 16 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Cerro Tzankujil - 51 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • La Calle de los Sombreros - 58 min drive - 9.4 miles
  • Calle del Café - 59 min drive - 9.6 miles

Getting around

  • Quetzaltenango (AAZ-Los Altos) - 105 min drive

Restaurants

  • Burrito House Y Tío Lio Kaphe
  • ‪Circles - ‬42 min drive
  • Ixchel Elixir Bar
  • ‪Cafe Sabor Cruceño - ‬2 min drive
  • Holy Tortillas

About this property

Hotel y Cafe La Casa del Mundo

3-star beachfront hotel near Lake Atitlán
Hotel y Cafe La Casa del Mundo offers its guests a hot tub and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at Hotel y Cafe La Casa del Mundo. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee.

This 3-star Santa Cruz La Laguna hotel is smoke free.

  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1988
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hotel y Cafe La Casa del Mundo offers 19 accommodations with safes and complimentary toiletries. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. This Santa Cruz La Laguna hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages and Swedish massages.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM on request

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 15 to 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Ecotours
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Room service

More

  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

The property charges 5 percent for credit card payments

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hotel y Cafe La Casa del Mundo

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 15 to 15 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 110.00 per person (one-way)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 percent

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 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, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: PayPal and Cash App
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, cash, mobile payments, PayPal, and Cash App. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel y Cafe La Casa del Mundo to the airport?

Hotel y Cafe La Casa del Mundo is 45.4 mi (105-min drive) away from the Quetzaltenango (AAZ-Los Altos) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel y Cafe La Casa del Mundo?

As of May 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel y Cafe La Casa del Mundo on Jun 5, 2026 start from $82, 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 y Cafe La Casa del Mundo have an airport shuttle?

Hotel y Cafe La Casa del Mundo offers an airport shuttle from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, on request, for a charge of USD 110.00. per person, one-way.

How close is Hotel y Cafe La Casa del Mundo to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel y Cafe La Casa del Mundo offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hotel y Cafe La Casa del Mundo, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 15 and 15 per person. It's available every day from 8 AM to 11 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel y Cafe La Casa del Mundo?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hotel y Cafe La Casa del Mundo?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM.

Is there free parking at Hotel y Cafe La Casa del Mundo?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Hotel y Cafe La Casa del Mundo have a pool?

Hotel y Cafe La Casa del Mundo does not have a pool.

Does Hotel y Cafe La Casa del Mundo have a restaurant?

Hotel y Cafe La Casa del Mundo is home to Cafe Jardin del Sol, which features international cuisine.

Does Hotel y Cafe La Casa del Mundo have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer deep-tissue massages.

How close is Hotel y Cafe La Casa del Mundo to downtown Santa Cruz La Laguna?

Hotel y Cafe La Casa del Mundo is 0.1 mi away from Jaibalito.

Hotel y Cafe La Casa del Mundo Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 220 out of 293 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 293 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 293 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 293 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 293 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dawn, Georgetown

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the entire property is a postcard. views that will drop you to your knees. Absolutely breathtaking
breathtaking views
#12 suite view
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Evelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
El hotel hermoso un sueño , la comida riquísima , el lago espectacular y los pueblos alrededor bellísimos lo unico que no me gustó fue mi cama incómoda.. me tocó un cuarto con una vista hermosa pero pero no podía dormir con aquella cama durisima y matres de mala calidad pero entiendo que fue el cuarto #3 que me tocó si fuera una próxima vez pediría una cama cómoda
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Idalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel is great and super quiet, except to enjoy the vegetation around.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ramon

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Libby

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was beautiful, however it is isolated. Has restaurant on site but otherwise you need to take a boat to all activities. Boats are easy and cheap, but inconvenient if you enjoy any sort of late dining or want to experience any night life. Views at this hotel are truly amazing but be prepared to hike up a lot of stairs. Our room did not have AC or a fan- it was able to cool down enough for us to sleep (in December) but would be weary to stay here during hotter summer months. Staff was friendly and helpful
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The spa was incredible and staff was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Skylar

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Staff & service
Excellent beautiful view
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

mirna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
many limitations and accessibility around the place they should have water and fridge inside each room and have room service since it is difficult and even dangerous to walk around during the night. I won’t recommend this place for people over 50 yers old or with disabilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Bella

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Ernaut

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Juan, Stafford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel views and overall ambiance are top notch. Food and accommodations are not impressive at all. Beds were hard and uncomfortable. Not recommended for people with back issues.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was one of my favorite hotel stays in 30 years of global travel. I’m a budget traveler that values natural beauty and unique locations over fancy amenities or 5 star service, so that’s my reference point. La Casa del Mundo is located on a beautiful part of Lake Atitlan with amazing views throughout the day and night. Being on a cliff, you’ll walk up and down a lot of stairs, but there are many places to have a seat and enjoy the views while you catch your breath (if needed). Also, being on a cliff, there were several jumping spots into the lake. My wife and I walked to both close villages and enjoyed slightly cheaper options on those excursions. The staff were very service minded and spoke much better English than my limited Spanish. Also, though we stayed in a budget room with a shared bathroom 10 feet away, it was no problem. Also, the shower was a separate room than the toilet so that made sharing very easy. Lastly, the grounds are beautiful and my wife and I took scores of amazing photos of the grounds and the views of the lake and volcanoes. It’s a bit remote to get to, but if you’re game for getting a bit off the beaten path and are able bodied to handle a lot of stairs, I highly recommend La Casa del Mundo!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is increíble
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isabel

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yahasmin

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was incredible. We absolutely loved the three days we spent there. We all had so much fun. The food was good but it adds up fast with drinks here and then. We spent well over a $1000 dollars in three days and The drinks are pretty water down so maybe bring a bottle with you if you want a buzz. That was the most we spent in any of our stays in Guatemala. The stairs were fine but it's a lot if you're not in shape. I saw some people struggling. But it was worth it and part of the adventure. We went swimming a lot because the water was beautiful! Also, we slept like babies every night because without fail, it rained at night and it was lovely enjoying a hot chocolate hearing the rain. The beds were not comfortable but it was fine because we were always so tired and happy to be there we still slept well. The staff was super nice and attentive. Tip is included just fyi. We will 100% come back specifically to this place when we return to Guatemala. 10/10 recommend. The drive was nice. We drove ourselves and the roads were good. Parking was easy and our car was safe. The boat people charged us an extra Q10 per person because our luggage was heavy he said. But we knew he was trying to scam us. We talked about it and decided to just give him the extra money because to us that was like a dollar and it was fine. But you can just say no and wait for another boat. Jobalito was nothing special and it was dirty with drunk passed out locals. Next time we will try the other town.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Gabriela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gloria, Whittier

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved staying at Casa del Mundo. I had a birthday to celebrate I requested to decorate a table for extra charge. I called them and they planned everything to perfection. A variety of flowers on table, candles and petals on the floors. So romantic! I am so satisfied with their service. Amazing views. Worth every penny I paid . Thank you to all Casa del Mundo Staff. I’ll definitely come back.
You can enjoy a beautiful sunrise
Most of rooms I got in my party had a beautiful view
Loved the views from the rooms
Every spot is photographable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisbeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I got the deluxe suite, room 20, and the views from there are extremely gorgeous although I thought the balcony would be a little bigger. The room was decorated in an authentic native Guatemalan way, it was equipped with a queen bed and a twin bed. It also had a small living room area. It has another smaller balcony on the side facing the trees. The hot tub has to be reserved and they only reserve it twice a day so we couldn’t enjoy it during our stay. That was not a good customer experience but the friendly staff more than made up for it. They have very nice and attentive staff. There isn’t much to do in Jaibalito itself just the hotel but you can easily get a shuttle to Panajachel and explore the other villages from there. I would come here again and recommend to those looking for a relaxed or romantic getaway.
Casa del Mundo has many cute little nooks to enjoy
Everywhere you look it’s beautiful! This place is right next to the restaurant.
Dinner during sunset.
The staff were sweet enough to reserve a table for us on my birthday.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan Beatrice

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is really beautiful but there is a lot of stairs
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Follower

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view and the atmosphere were amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Judith

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only positive thing about this place is the view – which you can easily enjoy from many cheaper spots in the area. The prices to stay here are extremely high, and absolutely nothing is included. You have to pay extra for food, and even the amenities like the hot tub or sauna must be booked and paid for separately. For what they charge, all you really get is a bed to sleep in. There’s nothing to do in the hotel itself or in the surrounding area. Overall, not worth the money. Additionally for an entire night we lost power. Furthermore when given the bill they add a service fee/tip and when I went to calculate the bill on my own the staff were rude making jokes about me the entire time. My original bill on Expedia was $82 cheaper so I believe it was reasonable to ask what the sudden change was and look over the “fees”.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla

Traveled with partner
This place is amazing!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Viviana

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hot tub, spa, lake view, kayaking
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025