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San Rafael Hotel

4.0 star property
This upscale boutique hotel offers a peaceful retreat with world-class spa treatments nearby, creating a perfect balance of relaxation and luxury in Antigua

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The San Rafael Hotel, near La Merced Church and Antigua Guatemala Cathedral, offers guests a cooked-to-order breakfast and a tranquil garden. Enjoy free in-room WiFi and rejuvenating spa services. The attentive staff consistently impresses visitors.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$405
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb

Room options

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1 Junior Suite Capuchinas

1 Junior Suite Capuchinas

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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4 Junior Suite La Merced

4 Junior Suite La Merced

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Down duvet
  • Garden view
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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3 Junior Suite Candelaria

3 Junior Suite Candelaria

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Down duvet
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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6 Clasica Santa Clara

6 Clasica Santa Clara

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

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5 Junior Suite Santa Catalina

5 Junior Suite Santa Catalina

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • Garden view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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7 Suite Santa Rosa

7 Suite Santa Rosa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • Garden view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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2 Junior Suite El Carmen

2 Junior Suite El Carmen

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Down duvet
  • Garden view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Located in Antigua Guatemala, San Rafael Hotel is in the city centre. Choco Museum and House of the Giants are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Antigua Market and Handicraft Market. Antigua Guatemala Cathedral and La Merced Church are two other places to visit that come recommended. Practise your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as ecotours, hiking/biking trails and mountain biking in the area. Visit our Antigua Guatemala travel guide
Map
2da calle Poniente No.7 Antigua, Antigua Guatemala, Sacatepequez

What's nearby

  • The famous Arc of Santa Catalina, representative of the city of Antigua.
    Santa Catalina Arch
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • A one of a kind facade
    La Merced Church
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Palacio de los Capitans Antigua, Guatemala
    Central Park
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Panoramic inside the ruins of Antigua's Cathedral, one of the many buildings that collapsed after the earthquake that destroyed the city in 1773.
    Antigua Guatemala Cathedral
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Casa Santo Domingo Museum
    8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Guatemala City (GUA-La Aurora Intl.)
    72 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks Antigua
    2 min walk
  • Antigua Brewing Company
    2 min walk
  • Kafka
    2 min walk
  • Cafe Cafe Guatemala Frescura Artesonal
    3 min walk
  • Kaldi & Kapra
    1 min walk

About this property

San Rafael Hotel

Upscale boutique hotel near La Merced Church
Located close to Central Park and Antigua Guatemala Cathedral, San Rafael Hotel provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a garden and laundry facilities. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a hot stone massage or a facial. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Airport drop-off service (surcharge), smoke-free property and multilingual staff
  • A 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and first-rate property condition
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and have comforts, such as 24-hour room service and fireplaces, as well as perks, such as premium bedding and bathrobes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop mattresses and down duvets
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 43-inch LED TVs with digital channels
  • LED light bulbs, fans and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (USD 9 per night)
  • 24-hour airport drop-off shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7 AM to 10:30 AM

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • Garden

Spa

  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Sports massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No lift

More

  • 1 floor
  • Colonial architecture
  • Communal living room
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LED TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Fan
  • Fireplace
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 20

Check-out

Check-out before 1 PM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 21 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 21 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 55.00 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 3)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 9.00 per night (984 ft away)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 21 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property

Property is also known as

San Rafael Antigua Guatemala
San Rafael Hotel
San Rafael Hotel Antigua Guatemala
San Rafael Hotel Hotel
San Rafael Hotel Antigua Guatemala
San Rafael Hotel Hotel Antigua Guatemala

Frequently asked questions

Is San Rafael Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at San Rafael Hotel?

As of 6 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at San Rafael Hotel on 8 Feb 2026 start from NZ$404.73, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at San Rafael Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at San Rafael Hotel?

Checkout is at 1 PM.

Does San Rafael Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a shuttle from the hotel to the airport that runs on request. A fee of USD 55.00 per vehicle applies.

Where is San Rafael Hotel located?

Located in Historic Center, this boutique hotel is within a 5-minute walk of La Merced Church, Central Park and Antigua Guatemala Cathedral. Choco Museum and Antigua Market are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

San Rafael Hotel Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 410 out of 447 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 447 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 447 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 447 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 447 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great room
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful and courteous staff, clean room, excellent location and beautiful common areas. Super quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful boutique hotel right in the center of everything. Breakfast in the garden was a beautiful and peaceful way to start the morning. Staff was very helpful when we had issues with our transportation to our next location. Room was spacious and lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisbet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Exotic and beautiful! Excellent staff and fabulous breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, walking distance
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dakota

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Most likely one of the nicest places to stay in Antigua. The architecture and space is unbelievable. We loved every minute of it. They even lit a fire in our rooms personal fireplace. We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautifully maintained traditional hotel. The room was spacious, it was very peaceful and had a lovely fragrance from all the lovely fresh flowers. The location was excellent. They lit candles in the courtyard in the evening which was delightful. The staff at the hotel were excellent. Professional and very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff, great location love this place
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An extremely beautiful property, spacious and lovey rooms and great staff and service. I would highly recommend anyone staying in Antigua book this hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
San Rafael is an exceptional property — one of my favorite hotels I’ve stayed at in the world. The design perfectly strikes a balance between historical, luxurious, and boho-chic. The common areas — luscious gardens peppered with art and cozy seating — are the perfect respite from the bustling streets of Antigua. The location is stellar, just steps from the Santa Catalina Arch but feeling serene, secure, and worlds away. And the service is top notch. Staff is friendly but unobtrusive. Breakfast is also the best I’ve had in a hotel in Guatemala: fresh, generous, and filling.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property, excellent service, unbeatable location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neifre Yoan

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is beautiful, well maintained and very clean, if you’re looking for a place to stay closer to the main attractions here in Antigua Guatemala this is the place, highly recommended!!! Neifre Miami fl.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jude Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was always helpful and friendly. Beautiful and quiet hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location was great! Lots of shops and restaurants. Beautiful grounds and rooms! Friendly and helpful staff! Excellent breakfast included.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Centrally located but very quiet at night. Extremely pleasant and helpful staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The property and staff were 5 stars. The only thing that was not 5 stars was no A/C. Really not an issue because the temperature was comfortable. Even without a gym, one was within a short walking distance. Also restaurants surround the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cozy, beautiful and relaxing hotel. Nice interior gardens and spacious rooms. Highly convenient to walk around the Antigua area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel has the most central location, especially for the price. The room was spacious. Parking is not convenient, even temporarily to unload suitcases.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful rooms and grounds. Very comfortable bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

LaFaith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My daughter and I stayed 4 nights in Room 4. We loved everything about our stay here! The property is gorgeous, the rooms are comfortable and beautiful, the breakfast is amazing, and everyone was so nice, welcoming and helpful! We would surely stay here again. My only recommendation would be to either have a coffee pot in the rooms or have coffee available throughout the day.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful boutique hotel. Lovely room. Friendly staff. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is beautiful, quiet, safe, and cozy, perfectly located near La Merced Church, and the principal park , museums, ATMs, stores, and bars. The entrance is on a peaceful side street, so it’s easy and safe to access. The staff were very polite and helpful, they arranged my airport transfers and a private volcano tour, which was amazing and better priced than outside agencies. Everything was well organized, saving me time since they handled it all. There’s no air conditioning, but the fans and open windows kept the room comfortable. Breakfast was good, and the beautiful setting made it even more enjoyable. Thanks San Rafael.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The property was beautiful. The food was good. But the water gave me food poisoning.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hwai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay in San Rafael SO much. The staff there are super friendly, and their breakfast is awesome. The patio, the room...it's definitely a hidden gem in Antigua!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hidden gem

Beautiful property. Felt very safe and the staff was so friendly. If I ever travel to Antigua I’d definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024