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Living like a local

Cover photo by Scott Umstattd

section type iconAccommodations

Nomad approved accommodation

Each accommodation has:

  • a dedicated workspace

  • good Wifi speed guaranteed by the hosts

  • high rating

  • good location

  • great vibes & style

Coliving space
1
Good Hotel
4.7 stars
4.7 stars
$$
$$
Good Hotelopen link

Recommendation from Sarah Howley.

2
Lush Atitlán
4.4 stars
4.4 stars
Lush Atitlánopen link

Another recommendation from Sarah Hawley that is good for remote workers.

3
Selina
4.4 stars
4.4 stars
$$
$$
Coliving space
Coliving space
Selinaopen link

Always a great option for digital nomads looking for a coliving & coworking space.

4
Villa in Antigua
$$
$$
Villa in Antiguaopen link

Loft-type villa with a pool and a shuttle to central places within Antigua.

5
Loft
$$
$$
Loftopen link

A beautiful loft with a garden and fast enough Wifi for video calls.

6
Typical Guatemalan house
$$
$$
Typical Guatemalan houseopen link

A traditional home with great Wifi guaranteed.

7
Condo in heart of Antigua
$$$
$$$
Condo in heart of Antiguaopen link

Central location, reliable Wifi and free parking.

1
Good Hotel
4.7 stars
4.7 stars
$$
$$
Good Hotelopen link

Recommendation from Sarah Howley.

2
Lush Atitlán
4.4 stars
4.4 stars
Lush Atitlánopen link

Another recommendation from Sarah Hawley that is good for remote workers.

3
Selina
4.4 stars
4.4 stars
$$
$$
Coliving space
Coliving space
Selinaopen link

Always a great option for digital nomads looking for a coliving & coworking space.

4
Villa in Antigua
$$
$$
Villa in Antiguaopen link

Loft-type villa with a pool and a shuttle to central places within Antigua.

5
Loft
$$
$$
Loftopen link

A beautiful loft with a garden and fast enough Wifi for video calls.

6
Typical Guatemalan house
$$
$$
Typical Guatemalan houseopen link

A traditional home with great Wifi guaranteed.

7
Condo in heart of Antigua
$$$
$$$
Condo in heart of Antiguaopen link

Central location, reliable Wifi and free parking.

1
Good Hotel
4.7 stars
4.7 stars
$$
$$
Good Hotelopen link

Recommendation from Sarah Howley.

2
Lush Atitlán
4.4 stars
4.4 stars
Lush Atitlánopen link

Another recommendation from Sarah Hawley that is good for remote workers.

3
Selina
4.4 stars
4.4 stars
$$
$$
Coliving space
Coliving space
Selinaopen link

Always a great option for digital nomads looking for a coliving & coworking space.

4
Villa in Antigua
$$
$$
Villa in Antiguaopen link

Loft-type villa with a pool and a shuttle to central places within Antigua.

5
Loft
$$
$$
Loftopen link

A beautiful loft with a garden and fast enough Wifi for video calls.

6
Typical Guatemalan house
$$
$$
Typical Guatemalan houseopen link

A traditional home with great Wifi guaranteed.

7
Condo in heart of Antigua
$$$
$$$
Condo in heart of Antiguaopen link

Central location, reliable Wifi and free parking.

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section type iconPractical info

Do I need to carry cash with me?

Yes, not many places take card in Guatemala accept cards.

Best SIM card

Tigo

Best internet provider

Claro

Transportation

Getting to and from the airport 

  • Shuttle ($12 | 1h15mins to the city) This is the most common way travelers get to Antigua if they don't want to pay for a taxi. Several companies operate regular minivan shuttles, you'll find several kiosks for these shuttles after clearing customs. If your flight lands after 8PM, you'll have to get a taxi.

  • Taxi ($35 | 1h to the city) Travelers usually get an Uber.

Taxi apps

Uber (Android | iOS)

Local public transportation app

There are no local public transport apps, buses generally do not run on a set schedule. Instead, they wait at the station until they are full before leaving.

Motorbike, bicycle & scooter rental

Simoon Rentals & Tours — One of the most recommended rental shops.

Traveling outside the city

There is no existing train system in Guatemala but you can take one of the numerous shuttles to travel outside the city. Taxis are also a great way to move around if your budget is bigger and you want to be more comfortable.

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