More than 400 years of history still live within the walls of this majestic convent – which originally functioned as a monastery – and was founded by the Augustinian order in 1609. Today, Hotel Convento Santa Catalina offers you an experience like no other In La Antigua, it is the ideal place for a special and unforgettable break from everyday life in one of the most magical places in Guatemala.
The Hotel Convento Santa Catalina is located in the heart of La Antigua Guatemala, on the renowned 5th Avenue, directly below the famous Arco de Santa Catalina, one of the most recognized icons and main landmark of the city.
In the walls of this historic property, which has been carefully preserved and protected, the atmosphere of old colonial days still remains. Around the main garden, there are 10 luxurious rooms that fit perfectly into its magnificent surroundings. In the area in front of the ruins of the old church, we added 7 more rooms that have a more modern style, always with a colonial touch. In each of them we can guarantee you’ll experience a peaceful and quiet night’s sleep.
Upon arrival at Hotel Convento Santa Catalina, you will find its cozy bar, ready to prepare the best cocktails, and its restaurant, ideally named, Del Arco.
Here at the Hotel Convento Santa Catalina, we attend to all your needs and provide you with a relaxed and pleasant stay. With our fantastic location, low rates, and friendly helpful staff, this is an ideal hotel for those on a budget and looking for a great experience.
For those on a limited budget and/or looking for other options, we offer:
Posada San Vicente, with 23 private rooms and exceptional service: www.posadasanvicente.com
Posada Don Valentino, with 18 private rooms and strategically located: www.posadadonvalentino.com
Hotel Casa del Parque, with 15 luxury rooms, heated swimming pool, children’s pool and sauna. A 4-star hotel with 5-star service, just a few steps from the central park: www.hotelcasadelparque.com
Hotel Mesón del Valle, with 10 luxury rooms, some of them have large bathrooms with separate showers and hydromassage bathtubs for two people. A 4-star hotel: www.hotelmesondelvalle.com
For those looking for an extended stay, we also offer 1 and 2-bedroom apartments for rent in 2 different areas of La Antigua. One is located just 5 blocks (an 8-minute walk from the central park) and the other is a larger complex (a 15-minute walk from the central park). All properties are fully furnished. For more information about the apartments, see the apartments page of this site. If you are interested in becoming a more permanent resident of Antigua, there are houses and condos for sale. The project is just a 15-minute walk from the central park and you can get more information at www.barrioantonelli.com
Our hotel is a part of Antigua Hotel Solutions, a chain of 12 hotels located in the center of Antigua Guatemala, with a total of 215 rooms and capacity to accommodate up to 700 people. Our 12 beautiful traditional style hotels offer impeccable service and quality at a great price. We have a hotel to meet the needs and budget of each traveler.
Antigua Guatemala – declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO – has more than 470 years of history that can be appreciated during a walk through its cobbled streets and its buildings and monuments and we are right here, waiting for you!
The hotel chain has various services that can be requested at the hotel reception.
Through La Antigua – visiting interesting sites, including ruins and museums. Get to know and explore La Antigua with us!
Exploring Antigua – we support companies in La Antigua and make their services known as they are allies to the corporation that share the same principles and quality of service, such as: Choco Museo, Canopy, Cooking Classes, among others. We have all the information you need to discover the city!
To and from the airport – to Panajachel, Chichicastenango, Cobán, Semuc Champey, Río Dulce, Petén, and the volcanoes of Pacaya and Acatenango.
We support some NGOs by sharing information about them so that you can learn more about their work and consider volunteering there.
The Arch of Santa Catalina is one of the most emblematic monuments that proudly manifests the identity of La Antigua Guatemala. Just below said Arch you will find the Convent of Santa Catalina Mártir, whose colonial buildings remain intact after almost 400 years of existence.
Our Restaurant Del Arco is a steakhouse inside the convent and specializes in grilled dishes – offering Argentine and local cuts – and typical Guatemalan food, although it also has International food on its menu. The cozy atmosphere provided by the gardens and spaces that surround the restaurant is perfect to enjoy the cuisine, which impeccably represents the flavors and the history of La Antigua.
All dishes are carefully prepared, with fresh ingredients and the highest quality standards. The restaurant has monthly promotions, which include 2×1 breakfasts, 2×1 refacciones (snacks and small meals that go along perfectly with coffee or a refreshment), monthly special, 10% discount for our customers and various restaurant services.