San Rafael Hotel

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Scored 9.2
Rated wonderful

Excellent location!

9.8

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About this property

Located in a walking distance from Antigua Guatemala Central Park and 98 feet from The Arch of Santa Catalina, San Rafael Hotel is housed in a colonial-style building. It features free WiFi access and a courtyard with a fountain and a garden. The comfortable and elegant rooms have wooden furniture, a fireplace and a small seating area. The private bathrooms come with a shower, a hairdryer and free toiletries. A safe is also available. At San Rafael Hotel guests will have the assistance of the front desk staff 24 hours a day, plus information regarding tour trips and interesting sightseeing will be provided. Massage services are available for a fee. San Rafael Hotel offers cooking and dancing lessons, plus the services of a professional chef are offered on site. San Rafael Hotel has a bar on site. Central Antigua Guatemala is 10 minutes’ walk away. Guests will be able to explore the restaurant options in the vicinity. La Aurora International Airport can be reached in 1 hour by car.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Free Wifi
  • 24-hour front desk

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Located in the best-rated area in Antigua Guatemala, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.8

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

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Guests who stayed here loved

Fanny
United States United States
“Beautiful grounds, caring staff, perfect location!”
Madison
United States United States
“We loved the location of this hotel - it was right in the center of town, with everything needed within just a few steps! Even though it was so centrally-located, once you walked into the hotel you were transported into a tranquil oasis. The...”
Sarah
United States United States
“Wow, I cannot say enough wonderful things about this hotel! The room was beautiful, the property itself was wonderfully located, secure, and stunning. The breakfast in the morning was delightful. It was truly a lovely oasis in the perfect...”
Alissa
United States United States
“Exquisite property just adjacent to the famous arch.”
Estacuy
United States United States
“It was an amazing experience to stay at San Rafael it was a magical place with a lot of history, great location, beautiful streets around very quiet, l loved the decoration. Excellent services and very friendly staff.”
Nicholas
United States United States
“This was my favorite place in Guatemala! The service was excellent as well as the rooms and courtyard. Breakfast was amazing and included with our stay. I’d 100% stay here again!”
Irene
United States United States
“Breakfast was delicious and location is unbeatable. We enjoyed the space and, overall, it was just an amazing experience.”
Teresa
United States United States
“Exceptionally beautiful property with wonderful staff.”
Susan
United States United States
“Powerful shower with lots of hit water. Full menu for breakfast selection - almost anything desired was available. Terrific coffee. Staff was the most attentive and competent as well as genuinely nice and caring, of any staff of any hotel we’ve...”
Roland
United States United States
“The hotel is located around the corner from the Arco -- one of the main tourist attractions in the town. This location was convenient because every tuk-tuk driver knows how to drive to the Arco. The hotel was Spanish colonial classic. ...”

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House rules

San Rafael Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Check-out
Until 1:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Check what conditions apply to each option when making your selection.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Adult (18+ years)
Extra bed upon request
$40 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that children under 12 years old are not allowed on the property.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.