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Hotel Convento Santa Catalina

3.5 star property
This historic hotel in the shopping district balances old-world charm with modern amenities, offering garden views, international dining, and spa treatments

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Hotel Convento Santa Catalina blends historic charm with modern comfort in a prime shopping area. Enjoy sports massages at the spa, international dishes at Del Arco, free in-room WiFi, and a refreshing coffee shop. Attentive staff consistently earn guest praise.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
The current price is AU$102
includes taxes & fees
2 June - 3 June

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About this property

Hotel Convento Santa Catalina

  • Historic inn near Central Park
  • Located close to Antigua Guatemala Cathedral and Casa Santo Domingo Museum, Hotel Convento Santa Catalina provides an airport shuttle, a terrace and shopping on-site. Treat yourself to a sports massage or other spa services. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Del Arco, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and garden views. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), is available to all guests, along with a coffee shop/cafe and a garden.
  • Other perks at this inn include:
    • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and express check-out
    • A front desk safe, a 24-hour front desk and a water dispenser
    • Barbecues, tour/ticket information and outdoor furniture
    • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts, such as premium bedding and first-run films, as well as perks, such as laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Heating and ceiling fans
    • Tempur-Pedic beds and free cots/infant beds
    • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and baths or showers
    • 32-inch LED TVs with premium channels and first-run films
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, separate sitting areas and coffee/tea makers

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 15
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 6 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 8 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately USD 8 for adults and from USD 8 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 60 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 15 per night (1969 ft away)
  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 15 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 6 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Convento Santa Catalina pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total). There's a fee of USD 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Convento Santa Catalina?

As of 22 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Convento Santa Catalina on 2 June 2026 start from AU$102, 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.

What time is check-in at Hotel Convento Santa Catalina?

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

What time is check-out at Hotel Convento Santa Catalina?

Checkout is at noon. Late checkout is available for USD 15 (subject to availability).

Does Hotel Convento Santa Catalina provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 60 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hotel Convento Santa Catalina located?

Located in Historic Center, this historic inn is within a 5-minute walk of Santa Catalina Arch and Central Park. Antigua Guatemala Cathedral and Casa Santo Domingo Museum are also within 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 271 out of 556 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 133 out of 556 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 75 out of 556 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 556 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 556 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Liliana Priscila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, friendly personnel and great restaurant
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel is very clean and confy, premium location, the "anexo" that has few rooms is perfect if you look fpr a quiet space Well recommended
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Blanca Maribel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and comfortable place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous place centrally located, very friendly, helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless, full of character with delightful staff. Also a great location. Loved the place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
It was a very interesting old building and I appreciated the helpfulness of the staff. We were told there was a basket of snacks in our room that we could eat at a cost, but there was nothing there. There is no pool on site, but the restaurant was very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love the staying at this hotel nearby a lot of restaurants/ shopping marketplace.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Catriona

Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the location and the historic vibe. I marked down the room because there were tiles missing from the floor in the kitchen area, the bed was very hard, and only a thin blanket so I was cold and didn’t sleep well. My son thought his bed was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is so cool. The restaurant has lots of religious items giving it that authentic feel. Staff was very friendly and managed to check me in early.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay was nice… rooms were comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CARLOS

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service, very clean
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, just what we were expecting.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is a great location. Hotel is beautiful.
ARC & the Volcano behind it
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location! Great service and food.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Under the Arch, Within the City Set beneath Antigua’s iconic arch, Hotel Convento Santa Catalina places you exactly where the city begins to breathe. Step outside and everything is near. Step inside and it softens—gardens, quiet corners, a pause from the street. Rooms are simple, spacious, and comfortable. The staff moves with quiet efficiency, arranging what you need before you ask—like our transfer to Lake Atitlán, handled with ease. In the days before Semana Santa, the city hums a little longer. By ten, it begins to fade; and sometimes, in the quiet hours, distant bells would wake us—we’d count the rings, then slip back into sleep. A stay defined not by excess, but by balance—location, calm, and the feeling of being exactly where you should be.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dora

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place and the staff are extremely helpful, clean and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Michelle

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Historical with great staff but not clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, spacious clean room, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super central quiet hotel with an amazing restaurant! Love this place!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was great, it's located near main attractions in Antigua wich it made it too crowded and loud , and sometimes hard if you're trying to rest after a long day.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

helmuth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff at the front desk was very nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosario

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel! So close to everything, friendly staff and easy check in and out. The only minus it has no AC it can get warm inside the room.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Quintana Gallegos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very centric and convenient. Nice communal spaces and accommodating staff.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025