Hotel San Carlos

Very beautiful hotel in the middle of Guatemala City. Very clean, great service and the food was delicious

This hotel started as a go-to for dental appointments at las Margaritas. It's now our go-to whenever we stay in town. The hotel is right on the Reforma and the parking lot is gated. A security guard will come out to greet you and confirm your reservation. Several of the front desk clerks are bilingual. Check-in is simple: all guests should have their passport ready. They'll hand you a small card where you'll print your name, add an email address, and sign in two places. The rooms have minimal amenities: a filter coffee pot (with complimentary coffee, tea, and bottled water) soap, shampoo, lotion, and a safe. Some rooms have more space than others. The TVs are hooked up to cable, not to the free WiFi, so casting or streaming isn't an option. The workout room upstairs has 2 treadmills, an elliptical machine, and a strength training machine. The rooms' A/C units are modern and quiet. While the sleeping area of the first room was small, the step in showers have always been roomy, and all of the bathrooms have modern fixtures. All in all, the service and the food in the restaurant is good. If you're feeling a little cramped, there are plenty of lounge areas for a change of scene. You can step into the pool for a quick refresh but it isn't large enough for laps or rec. Yes, you're in the city. There's definitely some city vibes going on but nothing outrageous. Given the price and the privacy, you can't go wrong here. It's a boutique experience at a bargain price.

Clean room, great location to explore the city and easy to get to the airport.