Hotel Links

Hotel Links...

Sleeping in Airports - For when you can't make it into town or have a layover.

Argentina

Belize

Caye Caulker

Diane's Beach House

Lena's Guest House

Vega Inn - One of the first places on the island.

Bolivia

La Paz

Hostal Republica -I've stayed here 8 times. Excellent value just a short (level) walk from the Plaza Murrillo...location of the Presidential Palace, Congress, Cathedral and a great ice cream parlor. Popular with mountain climbers. I've stored gear here for up to a month.

Sucre

Chile

Colombia

Costa Rica

Warning: Avoid Las Avellenas Villas in Guanacaste. Owner is dishonest.

Guanacaste

Hacienda del Cielo

Heredia

Debbie King's Country Inn

Montezuma

Hotel El Jardin

Nosara

Guilded Iguana

Playa Grande

Ferrari's Surf Resort

Puerto Viejo

Banana Azul- I won't provide a link to this one. This place is not for 99% of the population. They push a blatant gay agenda. If you don't want your kids bothered stay away from this one. One of those places that evidently hasn't heard of HIV.

Puerto Viejo Web -Hotels and a whole bunch more.

San Jose

Hotel del Rey -Home of the Blue Marlin Bar. For those who don't know about this place you don't bring the family here. Prostitution is legal in Costa Rica and this is one of the safest places in the country to indulge.

San Jose Airport Hotels

Adventure Inn

Hotel Aeropuerto

Posada Aeropuerto Inn

Dos Palmas Studio Apts.

Dragonfly Inn

Casa n Spa Las Flores

Garden Court Hotel

Martino Resort and Spa

Ramada Plaza Herradura

Hotel La Riviera

Hotel Robledal

Finca Rosa Blanca Hotel

Vista del Valle Plantation Inn

Ecuador

Cuenca

Mama Latina -Inexpensive lodging and food. Comes with some good reviews.

El Salvador

Guatemala

Antigua -Antigua map

The hotel scene in Antigua has gone through some major changes. There are of course the high end places for the rich. But there are an increasing number of hotels in the $60-$100US range that let you experience the real colonial ambiance. Not backpacker style...but most of even that group could probably afford one night of splurge.

Note: I'm listing those with contact info. The really cheap places at best have a phone...but usually don't take reservations except those made in person.

If you are looking to stay long term in Antigua then an excellent source of information about local real estate can by found at Bamboo Group SA.

Posada del Angel -Rated as one of the best in the world. Clinton once stayed here. If you really like it it is for sale.

Posada El Antano-Antigua

Posada Guest House Casa Mi Antigua -Weekly and monthly rates. Kitchen access.

Ashanti's Place - New budget accomodations in a good location.

Hotel Aurora - Been a hotel for over 75 years.

Hotel Casa Azul -Close to center with a strong colonial design.

Las Camelias Inn -At $45 a double this compares very favorably with similar priced hotels.

Casa Capuchinas - Singles start at $45. Got 6 people? Rent the whole house.

La Casona de Antigua - One of the higher end places.

The Cloister Bed and Breakfast - Another high end but this one is at the arch. Originally a colonial home. Has weekly rates.

Hotel Convento -You'll never get lost if you stay here. This is located at the arch. Part of the original convent. Singles start at $70 and yeh..you are paying in part for location. Rooms are OK. It does cater to tour groups. Restaurant is nice.

Hotel Cristal -Kitchen access

Casa Cristina - Nice rooms, free internet and close to La Merced.

Casa Encantada - High end place but at $65-$125(suite) during low season you get vastly more than back home.

Hotel Casa Rustica/Hotel Casa Rustica del Parque -Two hotels under same ownership. Both in good locations.

Earth Lodge - Located on a 40 acre avocado farm a few miles from Antigua this is a great way to spend some time in the country. Volunteer workers get a reduced rate. Low priced and excellent value.

Casa de los Huespedes Los Arcos-Nice hotel but a bit far from the center.

Hotel Posada del Hermano Pedro - Very nice hotel in the center.

La Casa del Huesped -Another $10 double. Kitchen access.

Hotel Casa de Leon -They also rent apartments by the night or month.

Quinta Macanda -This is not the typical place I talk about. But check out their website. One of the most beautiful small hotels you will find anywhere. If you are planning something special ..such as a honeymoon.. this is a place to consider. For the price of a mid-range hotel in a large US city or in western Europe you are getting something special.

Casa de Maco -You may miss this one as it is mistakenly listed with the high end places. But at $23 single/$30double it is just above budget.

Hotel El Meson de Maria -Not cheap with rates starting at $75 a double but very nice. First one I've seen to advertise handicapped accessible bathrooms.

Posada La Merced-Paty Wolf always recommends it and who is to argue with a biker chick who carries a hammer on her belt?

Hotel Mansion del Pensativo -3 blocks from the plaza this is one of the fanciest in the center.

International Mochileros Backpackers Guest House -Dorm and private rooms available.

Hotel Los Nazarenos -Close to La Merced. Singles start at $25. This is in an area of similarly priced hotels. Close also to the arch, which is the center of some of Antigua's best stores, restaurants and hotels.

Meson Panza Verde -It's attached restaurant is considered one of the best in Antigua. Rooms start at $75.

Hospedaje El Pasaje-Access to kitchen, roof terrace, close to market and buses.

Hotel Los Pasos - Located in an old, colonial building.

Hotel Primavera -Doubles under $10.

Hotel Posada del San Pedro -South of the park.

Hotel Quinta de las Flores - Beautiful upscale hotel but the casitas sleep 5 and are economical.

Hotel Casa Rustica - Something a bit different. Two locations both close to the center. Cheapest single is $17. There are more different room options...inglcuding larger groups than is usual. This caters to people going to Guatemala to adopt. Also means they are set up for people who make the error of traveling with kids.

La Casa de los Suenos -High end with singles starting at $85, though weekly discounts are available.

Hotel La Tatuana - Doubles from $36. Includes breakfast.

Hotel la Sin Ventura - Close to the Mono Loco. Attracts the Guat. City crowd on weekends.

Hotel Casa del Visitador -Doubles under $20

Chichicastenango

Flores/Santa Elena/Tikal

FloresTikal Backpacker B&B - Bargain place in Flores. Just over the causeway.

Guatemala City

Dos Lunas-Long been one of the most popular of the airport area budget guest houses. Extremely secure. Reserve in advance.

Otelito - Also lists as Hotel Casa Santa Clara. Very elegant boutique hotel in Zone 10. Only 12 rooms. $80

Hotel Posada Belen- Nice secure place in Zone 1.

Monterrico

Panajachel

CrossRoads Cafe -No, not a hotel, but you need to stop by here for the best coffee and baked goods in Pana. Run by a wonderful family living their life in the Lord.

Hotel Dos Mundos - Has a pool and restaurant. $65 a double.

Hotel Kakchiquel - Pool. Rooms have microwaves and refrigerators. $45/50 single/double.

Mario's Rooms - No way to contact them but this is my favorite hotel at the lake. Halfway down Calle Santander on the left as you go to the lake. Extremely clean and secure. Budget priced. Cheap, simple restaurant.

Hotel Shofar - Only 5 rooms. $10 per person.

Hotel Tzutujil -$10 per person.

Rancho Carrillo

MarMaya - Advertises to the surfer crowd. In groups of 4 or more is around $15 a person. Rates vary by season. The bungalows for groups have mini-kitchens.

San Marcos La Laguna

Hotel Jinava - Nice hotel.

Posada Schumann -A variety of rooms and bungalows. Rates begin at $7.50 a single. Sauna and kayaks.

San Pedro

Finca Bosque - Not in San Pedro but rather located between San Pablo and San Juan, the web site is still under construction. Kayaks and other activities available.

Hotelito El Amanecer -$10/$16 single and double. One of the few with a website.

Hotel Mikaso - At $25 for the cheapest double it is one of the fanciest hotels in San Pedro. $8 dorms.

Santiago Atitlan

Posada de Santiago -Located outside of town it has accomodations for all budgets.

Xela

Concordia House -Operated by the Lutheran church

Casa Dona Mercedes

Casa Manen B+B

Dos Tejanos Apts. -Weekly rates.

Hotel Modelo -Old family hotel. Slightly cheaper annex.

Hotel Los Olivos -Near Central Park.

Casa San Bartolome B+B

Hotel Villa Real Plaza -Right on the Central Park.

Honduras

Copan

La Ceiba

Coco Pando Resort - Comes highly recommended. Charlie Meador is a great source of info on Honduras.

Roatan

Anthony's Key Resort-Long time Roatan resort

Roatan Net -More than just hotels

Utilia

About Utilia -A little bit of everything.

Mexico

In General

All Mexico Hotels -Very few budget places here. Prices start in the $30s and go up and up. But, if it's your first night in a new place and you are a newbie traveler, going upscale for the can be a good idea. Then move to something cheaper the next day after you have scoped out the town.

Hotels for Dogs -Nothing to do with ugly people. This is for those who insist on dragging their pets everywhere with them.

Cancun

Hotel Kin Mayab - Downtown Cancun across from the bus station.

Merida

Hotel Luz en Yucatan - Most rooms have kitchettes. Good place for longer term stays.

Mexico City

Airport Hotels

Holiday Inn Zocalo -Why am I posting a Holiday Inn? Location. It is right on the Zocalo. Check their site for deals. Even if you don't stay there go up to the roof for a drink at the bar. Take your camera.

Hostal Havre-New place in the Zona Rosa. The site has lots of info and photos. Certainly one of the cheapest deals in that area. If you go send me feedback.

Hostal Home - Location sounds interesting... between Roma and Condessa. I've had one good review and one bad. What's yours?

Hotel Azores - In the center. There are three other similar hotels on their website.

Hotel Brasilia- Mentioned here because it is close to the northern bus terminal. Not really convenient if you are staying in town.

Hotel Capitol- Good modern hotel. Fantastic Spanish restaurant next door.

Hotel Casa Condesa -Located in Roma. Most rooms are suites ...hence the higher price.

Hotel Catedral-Mexico City-close to the Zocalo and a good mid-price value.

Hotel Isabel -In the center.

Hotel Milan- Located in Roma.

Hotel Parque Ensenada -Another Roma hotel.

Hotel Roble -One of the cheaper of the mid-range downtown hotels.

Hotel Roosevelt -Located in Condessa

Oaxaca

Hostal Pochon - Dorms and private rooms. Close to Santo Domingo

Palenque

Puebla

Puerto Escondido

Hotel Aqualuna -Heard a good review. The rooms with kitchen sound like a good deal.

San Cristobal de Las Casas

Le Gite del Sol -Private rooms and dorms.

Taxco

Nicaragua

Granada

Hostal Oasis - Has a pool.

Laguna de Apoyo

Craters Edge - Dorms $10, Rooms from $20

Leon

Lazybones Hostal - $6 dorms, $15 rooms

Panama

Boquete

Cabañas B/B Momentum - Comfortable cabins run by a regular Thorn Tree poster.

Panama City

Avoid the Hostel Mamallena, especially if a single female. The owner is an asshole.

Peru

Arequipa

Cusco

Samaywasi Youth Hostel -located in the San Blas area, dorms and private rooms. Branch in Lima.

Lima

Hotel Kamana -Located in the center of Lima. Just be sure you read up on security concerns in that part of town.

La Posadita -small hotel in Chorillos. Quiet beach community.

Samaywasi Youth Hostel -located in Miraflores, dorms and private rooms. Branch in Cusco.

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