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Hotel Histórico - Hostel

1.5 star property
Travelers connect with Guatemala City's vibrant history at this centrally located hostel, where local landmarks and entertainment options await just steps away.

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Located in Guatemala City's Historical District, Hotel Histórico - Hostel combines history with modern comfort. Guests can use in-room WiFi, relax in front of the lobby TV, or get assistance planning tours to nearby attractions that reveal the city's rich heritage.

Reviews

5.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$25
includes taxes & fees
14 Mar - 15 Mar

Room options

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Basic Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
LED TV
Down duvet
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Shared Dormitory, 1 Bedroom, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
LED TV
Down duvet
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Basic Single Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
LED TV
Down duvet
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Triple Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
LED TV
Down duvet
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Single Bed

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
LED TV
Down duvet
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

Basic Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
LED TV
Down duvet
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Economy Single Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
LED TV
Down duvet
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Traditional Double Room Single Use, 1 Bedroom, Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
LED TV
Down duvet
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Single Bed
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About the area

Located in Guatemala City, Hotel Histórico - Hostel is in the historical district. Palacio Nacional de la Cultura and Cerrito del Carmen are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Constitution Square and Kanajuyú Ecological Park. La Aurora Zoo and Museo de Musicos Invisibles are also worth visiting. Visit our Guatemala City travel guide
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Map
1era Calle 3-49 Zona 1, Guatemala City, 01001

What's nearby

  • Central Market
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Palacio Nacional de la Cultura
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Constitution Square
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • La Merced Church
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Cerrito del Carmen
    14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    6 min walk
  • Vero's Cafe
    1 min walk
  • shai wa
    10 min walk
  • Tacontento
    10 min walk
  • Carnicería San Miguel
    8 min walk

About this property

Hotel Histórico - Hostel

Hostel near La Aurora Zoo
Hotel Histórico - Hostel provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hostel include:
  • Self-parking (surcharge), airport drop-off service (surcharge) and a TV in reception
  • A 24-hour front desk, tour/ticket information and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • Portable fans, daily housekeeping and phones

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour airport drop-off shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Parking on site (surcharge)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 10 per room

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Hotel Colonial Maya Guatemala City
Colonial Maya Guatemala City
Hotel Histórico
Hotel Colonial Maya
Hotel Histórico Hostel
Hotel Histórico - Hostel Guatemala City
Hotel Histórico - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Histórico - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Histórico - Hostel?

As of 12 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Histórico - Hostel on 14 Mar 2026 start from NZ$25, 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.

How much is parking at Hotel Histórico - Hostel?

Self-parking is available for USD 3.

What time is check-in at Hotel Histórico - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Hotel Histórico - Hostel?

Checkout is at 9:30 AM.

Does Hotel Histórico - Hostel 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 10 per room applies.

Where is Hotel Histórico - Hostel located?

Located in Guatemala City Historical District, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of National Newspaper Archive of Guatemala, Palacio Nacional de la Cultura and Constitution Square. Catedral Metropolitana and Central Market are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Hotel Histórico - Hostel Reviews

5.6

5.2

Cleanliness

3.4

Location

6.0

Staff & service

5.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 93 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 93 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 93 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 93 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 93 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marcos

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was very good, the staff is very efficient. Thank you.
Stayed 15 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

esther

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When i was checking in they told me that they give my room to someone else that if i want to leave my luggage in a nasty storage im going to report i would like my money back
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Gisella

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Completely mad… Room was not available at arrival, was given to someone else. MUST get a full refund
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very nice home that has been turned into a hotel with private bedrooms. Staff is always on site.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

2/10 Terrible

Luis

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No like
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

andres

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

Stay at your own risk!

When a serious problem emerged, no one at Hotel Histórico took responsibility. No hotel management available. There is no visible sign on the street to indicate that this is a hotel. Stay at your own risk!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was killed 20 cacuracha really creepy
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

jose luis rojas

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Oscar

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The place is not easy to find because it does not have an exact address on the map and they do not have a sign
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Philip

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
When i got there they said they were full and wouldnt let me in
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Dora

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I didn't like nothing
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Aser

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

Irresponsible a**holes

I was in contact with the hotel the whole day. I arrived in the afternoon to the city and told the hotel that I am hungry will go find something to eat and then go to the hotel. They confirmed. I went to the hotel first the sign says another name. Second after waiting half an hour outside this guy comes out and speaks to the taxi telling him they are fully booked!!! At 7 pm in the night I was left with no place to go.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

2/10 Terrible

Britney

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The cleanliness of this place was zero to none. Pretty sure the tub had not been cleaned in weeks if not months. There was rubbish and hair in the tub from the previous guests. On top of that the shower head had some sketchy power running to it that actually shocked us during a shower. The location was great and close to town but we would never stay there again. Management had zero information about the area. And above all they charged us extra because apparently "Expedia" only charged for 1 person not 2 in the one room. Would not recommend this place. Save yourselves the trouble and spend a little more cuz cheap isn't worth it here.

2/10 Terrible

William

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Where to start with this hotel experience... Our bus was delayed into Guatemala City which meant we didn't arrive at the hotel until 10pm. Luckily our taxi driver hung around and helped us find this place. There is nothing on the front of the building which identifies it as a hotel. Secondly, once they answered the doorbell they said they were full. Luckily after showing a reservation they invited us in whilst they made some calls. With 15 minutes we were being whisked away in a car to another hotel. So credit where credits due they did sort it out and ending up in the same hotel chain but closer to the historic centre. However, luckily it was late and after a near 12 hour bus we didnt care too much where we were because the room was very poor and only provided a fleece blanket as a sheet... It makes my skin crawl thinkong about it. Finally, we had a bit of time before our next transfer so we wanted to explore the city but unfortunately we werent allowed to leave our bags! Wbich really was the cherry on the cake.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Angelina

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
DO NOT GO TO THIS “HOTEL”. We arrived at the location and address provided by Expedia, the location was the correct hotel that we booked as it was the same location as the pictures provided. Once we arrived, the front desk guy immediately left the room and hopped on call. He came back and said we were at the wrong location and that he was going to drive us to the “right” location that was 8 blocks away. Even though we showed him where Expedia told us to go and that the pictures and name of the hotel matched up, he insisted that we were at the wrong location. This location was well over 30 blocks away and in a terrible neighborhood. We walked in “Hotel Malybu”, and the hotel was super run down and the people staying and working there just gave us an extremely unsettling vibe. We voiced our concerns that we were certainly not the hotel we booked and the front desk guy kept talking to us like we were stupid (typical scammers). He told us that Expedia still needs to update the pictures and location (like what?). However I read a review from 2018 and they experienced the same thing. This was a TOTAL SCAM. I have traveled to so many countries as a backpacker and have never experienced a scam like this. DO NOT TRUST THEM. In order to stay safe and avoid further confrontation, we accepted the room he gave us after, stayed in it for about 10 minutes to call Expedia about it, and immediately left. We never gave them any attitude about it in order to stay safe.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Buen lugar, amables los encargados
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Jimmy

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Todo esta bien, excepto la falta de Higiene.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jad

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Je suis arrivé avec ma réservation déjà payée, l’hôtel avait donné ma chambre à quelqu’un d’autre et n’avait aucune solution à me proposer. C’est inadmissible
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

El precio era bajo, pero pudo ser mejor.

Positivo: El encargado fue muy amable. Negativo: - El ingreso fue hasta las 4:30pm y no 11:30am como decía hotels.com. - La habitación estaba bien, pero la única ventana estaba en el baño. - No nos dieron jabón o shampú. - La ducha estaba en el mismo espacio que el inodoro (lo cual hacía que se mojara todo después de ducharse).
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Sofia

Fui y salía q no tenía ninguna reservación y pagué x adelantado
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Warner

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Me cambiaron de hotel y me dieron uno en demasiadas malas condiciones por lo cual no me pude quedar en ese hotel tuve que ir q pagar otro lo cual me genero un gasto extra, tengo los chats donde me cambiaron
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

sunggu

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
가까운 레스토랑이 싸고 맛있습니다 6시부터 4시까지 밖에 안하지만은 그이후에는 다른 곳도 좋기때문에 호텔도 가장싸고 재미있는 케이블티비가 나와서 시간가는줄모름
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Yahaira

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No se sabe si la dirección está correcta, el lugar donde nos mandaron y nunca nos abrieron, necesitamos nuestro reembolso
Stayed 1 night in May 2024