Is El Picnic Atitlan pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at El Picnic Atitlan?

As of 16 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Picnic Atitlan on 19 Oct 2025 start from AU$269.74, 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.

How much is parking at El Picnic Atitlan?

This lodge doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at El Picnic Atitlan?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 9:00 PM to 4:00 AM for a fee.

Does El Picnic Atitlan provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is El Picnic Atitlan located?

Situated on a river, this lodge is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Cerro Tzankujil and 10.4 mi (16.7 km) from San Pedro Volcano. Atitlan Nature Reserve and Toliman Volcano are also within 32 mi (52 km).

10/10 Excellent

Freya

14 Apr 2023

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Fantastic stay, a truly beautiful place

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison

12 Mar 2024

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Great for a weekend getaway!

Amazing view of the lake and volcanoes, delicious food at the restaurant and the hosts are awesome!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paige

1 Jan 2025

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Incredible views, luxurious quarters, kind hosts

The view and room were gorgeous, the food was fresh, well-prepared and plentiful, and best of all Gaby and Jochen were so warm and inviting (but unobtrusive!) that our stay felt like a trip with old friends. Also, they make a mean rum old fashioned. We highly recommend Picnic for your Lake Atitlan stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhys

10 Mar 2023

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Fantastic place.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bilal

21 June 2025

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You could write a book on all the wonderful things about El Picnic. Jochen&Gaby have crafted a serene and beautiful experience with some of the most amazing views of Lake Atitlan. Stellar views, thoughtfully designed rooms, relaxing lounge area, and delicious meals. It's a glamping experience that provides a great hub for checking out the other lake towns. Easy to get around via tuktuk or the ferry. Gaby was also so incredibly helpful and always available for any questions, suggestions or booking help. Jochen is modest about his culinary skills but they were plated beautifully, great portions and above all delicious. The mental recharge you get from the well maintained and beautiful grounds is unparalleled. Only word of advice is that bags with shoulder straps are prefered because there are steps and its easier to climb without rolling luggages. Do yourself the favor and book this amazing retreat with picture perfect views of the lake.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

31 Jan 2025

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Gaby and Jochen were absolute stellar hosts who were always there to answer any questions we had. Their exquisite meals were served in an open air bar high up overlooking the lake and volcanos in the distance. We would not hesitate to recommend this unique property with its open air rooms.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josephine

7 Dec 2024

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El Picnic is a magical, unique, once-in-a-lifetime stay! We booked the honeymoon suite (worth the extra!) and were pinching ourselves every day we woke up at the magnificent view and nature. The bed was super comfortable. Our hosts, Gaby and Johan were so friendly, helpful, and welcoming. Thank you for creating a little paradise!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

1 Apr 2024

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This is a true gem hidden in the jungle of Lake Atlitlan

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nery

3 Sept 2023

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It is an excellent place if you want to disconnect from the city, the landscapes are impressive

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason

14 Aug 2022

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The property is beautiful. The room/ tent was amazing. The food was delicious

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

18 Apr 2024

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El Picnic was absolutely incredible! Waking up to views of lake atitlan was a highlight of our trip. The service, food, and property were great. The town is not as great, it wasn’t a town at the top of my list to explore while in the area, but visiting El Picnic for a night was an unforgettable experience and definitely a highlight of our visit to the lake overall.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aditi

28 Dec 2023

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LOVED our stay at this property!! The room was so unique and had absolutely stunning views of the lake. It was also furnished and decorated well. The dinner and breakfast were delicious and we had a good time chatting with the other guests and the owners. I wish we stayed longer than one night! Would highly recommend El Picnic to those visiting the lake - it’s an incredible experience.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian

22 May 2023

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Jorges was great really welcoming and friendly. He went out of his way to make sure we had everything we needed. Food was amazing.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tonya

20 Dec 2024

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If you want to wake up to the most beautiful view of Lake Atitlan and connect with nature you have to stay at El Picnic. We had the most amazing two night stay there. The food and drinks were top notch - Johan is an excellent chef. We enjoyed having breakfast and dinner with Johan, Gaby and the other couples. We just happened to be there during a meteor shower too and we saw 10 shooting stars from our patio. It was perfect! The two resident dogs were sweet and greeted us every day. The walk to the boat doc is only about 10 minutes (or you can take a quick tuktuk) so you can easily explore the towns around the lake. I’m so thankful we found this hidden gem.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dominik

11 May 2023

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Best-ever glamping experience in this beautiful and very special place above Lake Atitlan. Gaby and Jochen were wonderful hosts, making us feel at home immediately and throughout our 3-nights stay. Breakfasts and dinners were delicious and accompanied by great conversations with our hosts and the other guests. Time passed much too quickly, as there is so much to see and explore on and around the lake.

10/10 Excellent

Mihai

30 Dec 2022

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It felt strange seeing all reviews are good. Once you get there, you realise that you’re in the best place on Atitlan. Hosts are attentive and will do everything to make your stay unforgettable. You and the other 3 guests will enjoy the views, the good food and the drinks. Now go ahead! Book and you will not be disappointed.

10/10 Excellent

lana

30 May 2023

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We had an incredible time. The property is stunning, the owners made us feel like we were a part of their family. Gaby went above and beyond to make our stay enjoyable. She helped us organize every little detail from private boats and drivers to guides and gave us suggestions on what to do, see and how to plan our days. This place is truly a paradise with the nicest, kindest people. We had the most delicious breakfasts and dinners with breathtaking views every day! We can’t thank you enough and we would definitely come back one day.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

16 Apr 2023

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Jochen and Gaby took care of us amazingly well at El Picnic! The view is perfect. The service is incredible. Everyone was so friendly. The food was delicious. The dogs were awesome. Gaby made calls to set us up on tours and excursions. Jochen and Gaby even welcomed our friends who were staying nearby to eat with us and treated everyone like family. You will not be disappointed!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doug

23 Mar 2023

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Just go.

Spectacular Glamping experience. Yes there are an ungodly amount of steps and you might encounter some tropical insects but it’s totally worth the effort. Terrific hosts and delicious meals. Only pay 10 q per person for tuk tuk from pier to hotel. Maybe a bit more if you have bags. Always establish price before you hop in.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aldo

22 Feb 2023

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Stay here! A truly magical setting perched up in the mountain overlooking Atitlan lake. With easy access to the water taxi so you can explore all of the surrounding towns, El Picnic is the perfect retreat for an incredible Lake Atitlan experience. Jochen, Gaby and George greeted us upon arrival making us feel right at home. They were extremely friendly and checked in throughout our stay to make sure we had everything we needed. Our room… AMAZING! Nothing compares to the open air and incredible views. The bed was extremely comfortable. The interior decor was stunning. The location of the room was extremely private making us feel like we had the entire lake to ourselves. The food was exceptional. Delicious with large portions. El Picnic is a must!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian

10 Nov 2023

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It’s important to understand where and what this excellent resort is. I loved the place and the hosts in particular. We were in slow season and they had time to chat with us over a drink at the bar. Gaby and Johan were fascinating people and a lot of fun. Also, Johan made us dinner that was the best I had in Guatemala! Anyway, the resort was fantastic and we’ll be back. Best views in the world of lake and volcanoes. To my initial point though; the village of Tzununa where it’s located is extremely remote and desperately poor. Certain travelers won’t like that, so I wanted to share how El Picnic is a high end, charming and unique resort surrounded by the opposite. We felt safe, but it did help that we were experienced travelers and could handle a non English speaking trip to get to El Picnic. (Resort spoke English of course). In summary, we absolutely loved this place but recognize it’s not for everyone. But if you want unique and wholesome, El Picnic is a must-visit.

10/10 Excellent

Andy

18 Nov 2023

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Staying at Picnic is a very unique experience. It's glamping but it's serviced like a bed and breakfast. A big part of it are the incredible hosts,Gaby & Jochen. They are welcoming, personable, and their passion for their property is shown in the details. The breakfast and dinner that Jochen cooks up is fantastic and the menu is improvised on the daily (Jochen is also happy to take suggestions). Quite honestly, a dining experience at Picnic could sell itself; some of the best meals I had in my trip to Guatemala was at Picnic. The rooms and facilities are literally built on the mountain and you are surrounded by natural rock formations and foliage.While staying in the panoramic room, I felt very much like a king of the jungle would if they had electricity. The view of the lake is unmatched and the open air nature of the rooms lends to a serene and freeing experience that is hard to find elsewhere. While I loved every moment on the property, I can also acknowledge that it's not for everyone. The rooms are built on a mountain so that means you need to hike up and down to your room and around the property. This place would not be recommended for those with limited mobility. I also wouldn't recommend to those who can't stand the sight of bugs/wildlife. The rooms are open air and despite thorough cleaning by the staff, there will ultimately be critters around the room. If those nuances don't bother you, I'd highly recommend Picnic to anybody as a base for the lake. 10/10

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie

15 Oct 2025

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Je voyage régulièrement et je n’avais jamais reçu ce type d’accueil! La copropriétaire a communiqué avec moi via WhatsApp pour planifier l’arrivée. Notre vol ayant été modifié en pm elle nous a fait prendre conscience que nous avions un trajet de 4h de route, 20 minutes de bateau (aucune option collective à notre heure prévue d’arrivée) et aucun tuk tuk disponible non plus et une marche de 15 minutes à faire en soirée à la noirceur. Elle a TOUT organisé et coordonné les transports pour nous à coût juste. Sans elle nous serions arrivés au Lac sans ressources pour nous rendre sur place. À notre arrivée 20h30 elle nous avais gardé un repas excellent. En plus d’avoir un excellent choix de bières! Et le lendemain la vue à notre réveil! C’est sans aucun doute l’hébergement le plus exceptionnel de notre séjour! La chambre, c’est du glamping, était tellement confortable. Notre seule douche chaude d’un séjour de 10 nuits un peu partout au Guatemala. Tout le monde qui visite le Lac Atitlan devraient se payer au moins une nuit au El Picnic, c’est un expérience en sois en plus d’un hébergement. Puis le déjeuner le lendemain était excellemment avec cette vue! Merci tellement Gaby tu as fais notre séjour en plus que votre place est exceptionnelle! Je recommande vivement l’expérience!

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

17 Apr 2025

You will not find a more unique property or fascinating couple who are your hosts. They designed this volcanic tent/cottage resort with a panoramic view of Lake Atitlan and her Volcanoes. An amazing dining hall/bar etched into the volcanic rock with cusine made from scratch from your incredible Hosts Jochen y Gabbie. The sous vide steak/lomito was delicious. The nights under the moon and stars with the sounds of nature all around, make this a must stay at the lake. Hosts will hire private boats to enjoy the rest of the lake.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

13 Apr 2025

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Staying at The Picnic Hotel in Tzununa was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience. From the moment we arrived, the owner and staff welcomed us with such warmth and friendliness that it felt like coming home. Their hospitality made our stay incredibly personal and special. The hotel is nestled right in the heart of nature, offering a peaceful, grounding atmosphere that’s hard to find anywhere else. Waking up to the breathtaking view of the volcano and overlooking the serene Lake Atitlán was nothing short of magical. It’s the kind of place that makes you slow down, breathe deeper, and truly appreciate the beauty around you. If you’re looking for an authentic, soul-nourishing escape in Guatemala, The Picnic Hotel is it. Highly recommended!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

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