Hotel Convento Santa Catalina By Ahs, Antigua

Each colonial-themed room has a wardrobe or closet, a phone for local calls, bottled water, and a flat-screen TV. The bathroom includes a shower and free toiletries. Some rooms open onto an interior garden. Note that there is no air conditioning; rooms have ceiling fans and large windows. Keep mosquito spray handy.

The on-site restaurant, Del Arco, serves local and international dishes. Breakfast is available for an additional cost. The restaurant also offers drinks and snacks at the bar. Guests have reported good food but also note that the restaurant can be noisy, as it surrounds many rooms.

The hotel features beautiful gardens and a garden terrace with views of iconic landmarks. There is a children's playground and indoor and outdoor play equipment. Evening entertainment includes live music and performances. Bicycle rental and walking tours are available. You can also arrange a back, foot, or full body massage.

The hotel sits directly under the Arch of Santa Catalina, 200 metres from Central Park and the Cathedral of Antigua. It is a short walk to the Merced Cathedral, museums, shops, and restaurants. La Aurora International Airport in Guatemala City is a 1-hour drive. You can easily catch shuttles, taxis, and tuk-tuks from the hotel.

The 24-hour front desk offers concierge service, currency exchange, express check-in/check-out, luggage storage, and a tour desk. Daily housekeeping, laundry, and ironing service are available. The hotel provides airport shuttle, car hire, and shuttle service (for a fee). Business centre and meeting/banquet facilities are on site. Pet bowls and baskets are available.