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Rancho Fortaleza

2.0 star property
Mountain retreat where wellness and connection thrive, with daily breakfast buffets and evenings spent around a crackling firepit

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Rancho Fortaleza, high in the mountains, offers a free breakfast buffet and daily manager's reception on the scenic terrace. Guests can book Thai massages or hydrotherapy in outdoor areas, work in coworking spaces, or unwind by the firepit.

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Room options

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Panoramic Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds, Lake View | Down duvets, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Panoramic Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds, Lake View

Highlights

Garden
Down duvet
Rainfall showerhead
In-room massage
Laptop workspace
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Comfort Shared Dormitory | Down duvets, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Comfort Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Garden
Free rollaway/extra beds
Down duvet
Rainfall showerhead
In-room massage
Laptop workspace
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium Double Room | Down duvets, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Premium Double Room

Highlights

Garden
Down duvet
Rainfall showerhead
In-room massage
Laptop workspace
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Located in San Antonio Palopo, Rancho Fortaleza is in the mountains. Pascual Abaj and Iximche Mayan Ruins are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Atitlán and Central Park. Calle de las Artes and Calle del Café are also worth visiting. Relax and indulge in the area's hot springs, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails, ecotours and mountain biking nearby. Visit our San Antonio Palopo travel guide
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Aldea Tzampetey, San Antonio Palopo, San Antonio Palopo, Guatemala, 07012

What's nearby

  • Lake Atitlan showing boating, a lake or waterhole and a sunset
    Lake Atitlán
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Panajachel Municipal Market which includes markets
    Panajachel Municipal Market
    23 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Church of Saint Francis which includes heritage elements and a church or cathedral
    Church of Saint Francis
    23 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Casa Cakchiquel Arts Center
    23 min drive - 10.6 km

Getting around

  • Quetzaltenango (AAZ-Los Altos)
    161 min drive

Restaurants

  • Crossroads Caffee
    14 min drive
  • Delhi 6
    14 min drive
  • Restaurante El Cayuco
    14 min drive
  • Restaurante El Atitlan
    14 min drive
  • The Little Spoon
    14 min drive

About this property

Rancho Fortaleza

Hostel near Lake Atitlán
You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a free daily manager's reception and a terrace at Rancho Fortaleza. For some rest and relaxation, visit the outdoor treatment areas, and indulge in a hot stone massage, reflexology or a manicure/pedicure. In addition to a firepit and a coffee shop/cafe, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • A water dispenser, concierge services and barbecues
  • Outdoor furniture, coffee/tea in reception and coworking spaces
Room features
All guest rooms at Rancho Fortaleza feature comforts, such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and shampoo
  • Private gardens and housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 10-device limit
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
  • WiFi in public areas is free with a 10-device limit

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Virtual front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Reflexology
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in room

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 45.0 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 45.0 per night

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number +502 55591802

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
Free in-room WiFi has a 10-device limit; WiFi in public areas is also free and has a 10-device limit

Property is also known as

Hostal Nomada Maya
Rancho Fortaleza San Antonio Palopo
Rancho Fortaleza Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is Rancho Fortaleza pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Rancho Fortaleza?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Rancho Fortaleza?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Rancho Fortaleza?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Rancho Fortaleza located?

Situated in the mountains, this spa hostel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Atitlán and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Santa Catarina Palopo Church. Pintando Santa Catarina Palopó and Church of Saint Francis are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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