This post may contain affiliate links. I only recommend excursions, products and tours that I have personally used and purchased myself. If you click on a link and make a purchase, I may receive a very small commission at no extra cost to you. All proceeds go to running this blog and your support is truly appreciated! All opinions are my own. Originally Published: May 28th, 2023 Chances are, you’re reading this because you’re looking for hotels in Antigua, Guatemala. You likely want to know “where should I stay?!” And boy, oh boy, do I have an answer for you. First, let me share that I was once in the exact same position as you… scouring the internet scrutinizing over what accommodation to book for my time in Antigua. But then, I found the gem of all gems. I present to you Mesòn Panza Verde. Let me be up front about the fact that I love this hotel. There may be some periodic gushing. But we are going to go over what makes it so good, what you should expect and the things you should consider before booking. Mesòn Panza Verde is a family owned and operated hotel that celebrated their 30th anniversary in business just shortly after my stay. Lodging Type: Luxury Stay, Boutique hotel When comparing hotels in Antigua, Guatemala, I’m not sure how it can get much better than this in terms of location. The caveat of a very centrally located accommodation is that it can often be quite noisy. Not this hotel – at night time it’s quiet as can be. Furthermore, that’s even with the live music that is performed in the restaurant! Antigua itself, is a small city. I mean it’s only 775 meters (2,542 feet) from north to south and 635 meters (2,083 feet) east and west. So, no matter where you stay, you’ll likely be able to get around fairly easily on foot. Meson Panza Verde means That aside, the beauty of staying at Mesòn Panza Verde versus other hotels in Antigua, Guatemala is that it’s truly a pleasant stroll to an abundance of points of interest and dining. Mesòn Panza Verde is located on a quiet cobblestone street. Just a bit up the way is an awesome coffee shoppe that I’d start my day in everyday Artista de Cafe. The coffee is good, the staff is lovely and it’s a nice relaxing atmosphere. Tip: if you are able and don’t mind walking, you can get to almost anywhere you’d need to go on foot from this hotel. In the event that you have to go a bit further, you can hail a tuk tuk and they are very inexpensive. Depending on when you visit Antigua, you may get some rainy days. But, when staying in a hotel like this – you may not be wishing for the rain to go away. It rained on our first night in Antigua and in this setting… it felt magical. As the rain gently fell in the courtyard, it made all the plants glisten. It was so nice to listen to while having dinner. The way the hotel is setup, you can enjoy the rainfall while staying dry. The hotel has an: On site restaurant with great food and service that also has live musical performances Thursday- Saturday evenings A tiny underground bar that also has live music on select days Comfy lounge with a roaring fireplace in the evenings Quaint little Art Gallery Yoga studio Wading Pool Enormous rooftop with lots of seating and panoramic views of Antigua Room service While of course you’ll be busy exploring Antigua, you will love the atmosphere back at your hotel as well. It’s relaxing and welcoming and an all around beautiful property. Tip: the pool is a small wading pool and it’s located within the hotel’s restaurant. In my opinion, it would be kind of awkward to actually swim in it, BUT it makes for a beautiful ambiance to dine next to. There is an awesome restaurant located inside of Mesòn Panza Verde that is actually a very popular upscale restaurant in Antigua. The food and service is wonderful and the atmosphere is dreamy. There’s a glowing fire roaring in the cocktail lounge during dinner and Thursday – Saturday there is live music performances in the restaurant. Breakfast is included in your stay. At the time of my visit, you could select from an à la carte menu and either dine in the main courtyard of the hotel or you could have breakfast in your room or patio. You can also choose a beverage – juice, coffee or tea. Most days we had breakfast on our private patio, but did dine in the courtyard one morning. It was so pleasant – surrounded by all the greenery and birds singing. Tip: It appears as though they might be offering a complimentary breakfast buffet now for Guests instead of the à la carte menu. This suite is one of the best rooms I’ve ever stayed in. And I’ve stayed at the St. Regis on 5th Avenue in New York City. I love that this hotel has managed to accomplish creating that sophisticated and elegant, ‘I’m staying at a friend’s mansion’ feel, yet it feels extremely homey and cozy. The suite is quite large. It has a large cozy living room area complete with a desk, couch and a couple chairs and coffee table. For me, what makes this living room is the large, wonderful fireplace. Tip: If you’re not used to making fires in fireplaces with real wood, the staff will happily come up and prepare your fireplace in the evening for you. The drapes are excellent at keeping the light out in the morning. The room also had a hand woven hammock outside the French doors and we had a large private patio to dine on. It was also on the same level as the art gallery with a large veranda. The stairs just outside our room led up to the rooftop deck. One of my absolute favorite parts of this suite is the bathroom. There is a coffee and tea station located within it, the tub comes equipped with bath salts and a large candelabra filled with candles. Perhaps the best part is the open air ceiling. This bathroom is a dream! One of the things that initially blew me away about this hotel was how incredibly beautiful it is, the quality of the stay, service and food for the cost of roughly about $150USD per night. Just six months after my stay, it appears the nightly rate of Master Suite 5 has more than doubled per night. The only hiccup in our entire stay was not to the fault of the hotel. Unfortunately the building next door was under renovation and in the morning there was a horrendous banging and hammering next door and power tools were constantly going. This definitely didn’t happen at night and the hotel went to speak with them about starting later in the day. I doubt this will be the case during your stay, but had to mention it for transparency. Mesòn Panza Verde accepts children of age fifteen and up, pets are not allowed. If you want to book this fabulous hotel, you can do so: here. Overall, it really is one of the best hotels in Antigua, Guatemala! Have any questions about this stay? Let me know in the comments below! Want to know how I travel so frequently? By booking jaw-dropping flight deals that are often so low you’d have to see ’em to believe it. The best part? They’re sent right to my inbox. You can try it out for free: here. I exclusively use this site to book all my stays. I get 20% off on all my stays plus additional perks from their loyalty program. Check it out! Get reliable travel medical insurance for your trip, for just $2 a day – here Looking for a flight on a specific date? Use this search engine and start earning rewards! Need to book your excursions and tours? This company is my favorite. This is another marketplace for tours, that is especially great for Europe. Renting a car for your adventure? 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I loved reading your post about Meson Panza Verde, one of the best hotels in Antigua Guatemala. It looks like a charming and luxurious place to stay, with beautiful gardens, art gallery, rooftop terrace and elegant rooms. Your photos are gorgeous and show the details and atmosphere of the hotel. I also liked how you described the restaurant, which offers international cuisine with a twist and live music.