Santa Cruz La Laguna, Sololá, Santa Cruz La Laguna
What's nearby
Multiple Use Area Lake Atitlan Basin - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Lake Atitlán - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Los Elementos Day Spa - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Tzantizotz Nature Reserve - 25 min drive - 11.8 km
Panajachel Municipal Market - 33 min drive - 20.2 km
Getting around
Quetzaltenango (AAZ-Los Altos) - 112 min drive
Guatemala City (GUA-La Aurora Intl.) - 46.4 miles/74.7 km
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
The Little Spoon - 33 min drive
Sunset Bar - 33 min drive
Restaurante El Cayuco - 34 min drive
Restaurante el chaparral - 32 min drive
Guajimbos - 33 min drive
About this property
La Iguana Perdida - Hostel
La Iguana Perdida - Hostel features a nightclub and puts you only steps from Lake Atitlán. Guests indulge in deep-tissue massages, then grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a sauna and a snack bar/deli.
Languages
English, French, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
20 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 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 front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Parking
No on-site parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–1:00 PM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Snack bar/deli
Water dispenser
What to do
Scuba diving
Snorkelling
Pool table
Kayaking nearby
Working away
Business centre
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Hair salon
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Library
Television in common areas
Arcade/games room
Spa services
Nightclub
Sauna
Lockers available
Dock
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
Walkway to water
Room amenities
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Soap
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Laptop-friendly workspace
Electrical adapters/chargers
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
Guidebooks/recommendations
Restaurant dining guide
Special features
Spa
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages and massages.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 10 to 20 for adults and USD 10 to 20 for children
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per person (one-way)
Children & extra beds
Airport shuttle for children between the ages of 5 and 18 costs USD 25 (one-way)
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Also known as
iguana Perdida Hotel Santa Cruz La Laguna
iguana Perdida Hotel
iguana Perdida Santa Cruz La Laguna
Iguana Perdida Hostel Santa Cruz La Laguna
La Iguana Perdida Hotel Guatemala/Lake Atitlan
Iguana Perdida Hostel
La iguana Perdida
La Iguana Perdida - Hostel Santa Cruz La Laguna
La Iguana Perdida - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Frequently asked questions
Does La Iguana Perdida - Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, La Iguana Perdida - Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at La Iguana Perdida - Hostel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at La Iguana Perdida - Hostel?
Sorry, there's no on-site parking at La Iguana Perdida - Hostel.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by La Iguana Perdida - Hostel?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 25.00 per person one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at La Iguana Perdida - Hostel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at La Iguana Perdida - Hostel and nearby?
Have fun with on-site activities such as snorkelling and scuba-diving. Enjoy amenities such as a nightclub, a sauna and an arcade. La Iguana Perdida - Hostel also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near La Iguana Perdida - Hostel?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
What's the area around La Iguana Perdida - Hostel like?
La Iguana Perdida - Hostel is located on the waterfront, a short 1-minute walk from Lake Atitlán and 3 minutes' walk from Los Elementos Day Spa.
La Iguana Perdida - Hostel Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
17 November 2024
Great vibe in this hostel but had a private room that was awesome….large, king size bed, overlooking the lake, private patio with hammock, private bathroom. Quiz night was fun - we won - shot of tequila! Family style dinner was good, As were the a la carte breakfasts. Directly across from the lancha pier.
Myra
Myra, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
5 October 2024
Overall the hotel is nice with beautiful plants and scenery. The beds are not very comfortable and the water is either really hot or cold. But for the price it is a nice place reasonable place to stay.
Autumn
Autumn, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 August 2024
Fatou
Fatou, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 May 2024
A great, friendly, welcoming hostal.
A great, friendly, welcoming hostal. Fully recommended for individuals or families.
Sam
Sam, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
21 May 2024
We enjoyed our stay of 1 night! We signed up for the dinner which was really good and fun. Almost everyone at the hotel attended the group dinner. There were animation, games and a quiz. Would definitely recommend to stay there if you are in Santa Cruz.
Vincent
Vincent, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 March 2024
Place was really cute, super well decorated, everyone was welcoming, a bunch of different languages are spoken, food was great (we had tacos), rooms were really clean, overall great experience 10/10 would recommend
Hector
Hector, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 February 2024
Lauren
Lauren, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
19 February 2024
Loved my stay at the La Iguana
I had a beautiful stay at the La Iguana. I loved the room and the hammock on my balcony. I really liked the atmosphere there. The yoga classes and the sit down family dinner at seven. Great food and a very nice way to meet fellow traveler’s.
The only negative thing I can say about my room is that the walls are paper thin and there were moments I felt that the guest next door very in my room chatting along!
Berglind
Berglind, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
14 January 2024
Great spot. Lots of fun
C
C, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 July 2023
Dannybel
Dannybel, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 July 2023
Great!
Drew
Drew, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 July 2023
Our stay was amazing. Great location and very helpful staff. We participated in the pool tournament and had a great time!
Erich
Erich, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
15 June 2023
Niah
Niah, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 May 2023
Best Hostel
This hostel was great! While I don't stay in hostels much, this was the best I've experienced. The staff are great, the family dinners are a great way to meet people and there's always an event in the evening where people get to socialize. I stayed in a private room which was clean and spacious although had to share the bathrooms which was a bit more inconvenient given my room needed a ladder to access it. For me being a bit of an introvert and needing a push to make friends this was the best place for it. The staff and people were the best part of this place.
Rohan
Rohan, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 May 2023
BO
BO, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 March 2023
Julieann
Julieann, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
10 January 2023
Raul
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
7 October 2022
Diving Lake Atitlán
Went for the scuba diving, amazing staff and a great dive experience. Dive instructor was awesome and very helpful, making the experience that much better. Everyone was friendly and the food was better than expected, with the communal dinners being quite good. Little noisy into the evening and at night but not bad enough that it's difficult to sleep.
Edward
Edward, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
11 June 2022
A pretty place but lacking some care
The hostel itself looks lovely and welcoming when you first arrive. The staff are friendly and helpful and the place has a lovely peaceful air to it. The family dinners were also well run and lovely getting everyone together at big tables.
The longer I stayed the more issues came to light though. They are small things but make a world of difference.
1. Our room had no door handle which was painful when there's two people and it will swing open if you don't lock it from the inside or outside.
2. Showers were lukewarm at best and the weather here just isn't warm enough to make that a nice experience.
3. Food in the restaurant was average and my order was forgotten or mixed up frequently.
4. Room just wasn't comfortable. There was no where to hang wet towels, bed was like a rock and walls were paper thin to the room above and next to us.
Laura
Laura, 2-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very good
5 June 2022
Backpacker hostel. Location is great. You get what you pay for. Nothing great about the room.
Sean
Sean, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
25 April 2022
The morning always reminded me of a bad frat party! No trash cans around. The staff is amazing!
Aurelio Ayala
Aurelio Ayala, 10-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 April 2022
The hotel was comfortable, relaxing, with great food. The staff is amazing. It’s a bunch of volunteer Travelers that stay for 6 weeks or more. They create an very cool vibe.
John
John, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
19 March 2022
La Iguana is a melting pot of travelers from all across the lake and a great place to stay for one night or one month. The staff is wonderful, the food is delicious, and the Saturday night “family dinners” are an experience I will never forget!
Kyra
Kyra, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 February 2022
Private room lovely room, buzzing environment
I stayed in a lovely private room with a balcony overlooking the lake. But there are many different options and ways to travel which would make your experience very different. This is a hostel, so it's busy and buzzing, the restaurant generally packed and you can't even get hot water before 8am, so not great for a morning coffee drinker. The staff are super busy, but very friendly and the atmosphere is nice. The yoga classes are lovely and the location for Santa Cruz ideal.