84%Hostal Hermano Pedro

This hostel does the job of providing a basic place to stay the night before or after a flight along with a free shuttle to the airport. The staff were very friendly and welcoming while the rooms are basic and faded but clean and include cable TV. The hotel itself is in a residential area about 5... more This hostel does the job of providing a basic place to stay the night before or after a flight along with a free shuttle to the airport. The staff were very friendly and welcoming while the rooms are basic and faded but clean and include cable TV. The hotel itself is in a residential area about 5 minutes from the airport, so you can sleep in or wake up in time to enjoy the included breakfast.close

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by donnameh – posted on Oct 27, 2008

2

Good clean hostel but a bit dissapointing when we arrived at guatemala city at pitch dark and the promised pick up service was not there.

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by jonathanvasnunes709 – posted on Sep 30, 2008

1

Guatemala City can be a bit daunting when you arrive so if it's a stop over this place is perfect. 100% perfect. The staff own the business here and up in Tikal and Antigua so you get that extra special care. We had flight problems and get this, they drove us around town to travel agents and... more Guatemala City can be a bit daunting when you arrive so if it's a stop over this place is perfect. 100% perfect. The staff own the business here and up in Tikal and Antigua so you get that extra special care. We had flight problems and get this, they drove us around town to travel agents and helped us out over and over. If our room was in a hotel it would be the size of a suite. The breakfast was fruit and the most incredible pancakes all in as part of the booking. The hostel isclose

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by lazyblueskies – posted on Sep 5, 2008

11

We stayed one night in this hostel and we would recommend it to everyone who is just arriving in Guatemala City. The owners are really nice and will arrange everything for you. They will even pick you up at the airport. The location is far from the citycentre, so we didn´t see much from the... more We stayed one night in this hostel and we would recommend it to everyone who is just arriving in Guatemala City. The owners are really nice and will arrange everything for you. They will even pick you up at the airport. The location is far from the citycentre, so we didn´t see much from the city. Most important was that the place felt really safe, the rooms were clean and the breakfast was good.close

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by ingerderidder582 – posted on Aug 17, 2008

1

My stay was for 2 days before I could take a flight back home. They were very helpful, they even have free shuttle to and from the airport at any hour. So I had no trouble in taking a 6am flight back home.

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by jloboze – posted on Jul 30, 2008

1

The bedsheets in the room smelt a bit. There was no light in the bathroom. I was staying in a room with a single bed and a private bathroom in the same bedroom. So privacy in using the shower was good since I did not have to share a bathroom. The best thing about this hostel is the security. They... more The bedsheets in the room smelt a bit. There was no light in the bathroom. I was staying in a room with a single bed and a private bathroom in the same bedroom. So privacy in using the shower was good since I did not have to share a bathroom. The best thing about this hostel is the security. They staff was also quite polite and tried to be as very helpful as possible. But sometimes they did not understand what I was saying because of their limited English.close

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by kb184 – posted on Jul 24, 2008

4

The guy at the reception had a bit of difficulty in getting our room fee right... Double-check the numbers.

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by david7597 – posted on Jul 1, 2008

4

Only stayed here for a night on my way to the airport, but excellent service, nice breakfast and good place to stay.

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by na-munro9501 – posted on May 18, 2008

3

Very nice hotel, conveniently located close to the airport. The owners are really friendly, good breakfast!

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by marloesvan – posted on May 5, 2008

2

This hostel is located a bit off the track, but definitely a great place to stay near the airport. They serve a great Breakfast Definitely recommended

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by maw930 – posted on Mar 29, 2008

26

The 13th Zone is far away from the centre and is not safe to be in the streets late in the evening. You must take taxis and the average cost is 7/8 USD, which aditionally increases the cost of the lodging.

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by sofmeng – posted on Mar 20, 2008

1

Wonderfully friendly staff. Really enjoyed our stay and will recommend to others.

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by rsalnikowski2140 – posted on Feb 27, 2008

1

Make sure when you´re asking for an airport pick up that they reply saying it´s confirmed. I DEFINITELY e-mailed to tell them my flight number but she said she didn´t get it so I wasn´t picked up. Isabel Is ery nice, warm and friendly, she cooks good meals and will make you dinner if you... more Make sure when you´re asking for an airport pick up that they reply saying it´s confirmed. I DEFINITELY e-mailed to tell them my flight number but she said she didn´t get it so I wasn´t picked up. Isabel Is ery nice, warm and friendly, she cooks good meals and will make you dinner if you need it. She speaks little English though so that might be something to bear in mind when booking. Overall, though, a pleasing hostal with a beautiful rooftop.close

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by zeeny-q – posted on Feb 18, 2008

2

A warm welcome. Only about 1 mile from airport. Quiet and safe area. Tienda nearby. About 15 minutes on bus to City centre. Recommended

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by colin5957 – posted on Mar 6, 2007

2

Location is good, if you need to be near by the airport Fun> I dont know, i only stayed there for one night

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by vratt – posted on Feb 13, 2007

1

Great for arriving and departing/but a long way from the city center. Taxi from the airport shoud be only 20/25 Quetzles/not the 60 the authorized taxis charged!

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by bjwhi – posted on Dec 18, 2006

8

Excellent breakfasts. Transportation to and from airport were an unexpected convenience.

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by cfisherpuz – posted on Dec 5, 2006

14

A very nice and clean property. The staff were very friendly and the food excellent. I would recommend it to my friends.

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by luhluh – posted on Nov 15, 2006

1

The staff at this guest house are very friendly, and speak some English. It is their family home, so expect breakfast as a group in the morning. Because it's their home, there is no key to the front door, so you have to bring the bell and wait from someone to let you in, but if you are not... more The staff at this guest house are very friendly, and speak some English. It is their family home, so expect breakfast as a group in the morning. Because it's their home, there is no key to the front door, so you have to bring the bell and wait from someone to let you in, but if you are not planning on being out late, that's okay. The bus from the house to city central costs about $0.15, but the taxi back costs around $4.50.close

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by NewYorkCityJay – posted on Oct 8, 2006

11

Overall, very nice, and clearly worth recommending. Strengths: Very clean, friendly family run place, with hot showers. Looks more like a hotel than a hostel. Near the airport and they met me at the airport and took me back to airport when leaving. Also near #83 city bus to airport and to... more Overall, very nice, and clearly worth recommending. Strengths: Very clean, friendly family run place, with hot showers. Looks more like a hotel than a hostel. Near the airport and they met me at the airport and took me back to airport when leaving. Also near #83 city bus to airport and to center of city and Zona 1. Weaknesses - hard to locate on dead end street south of the airport in Zona 13. No organized activities and a bit expensive for Guatamala.close

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by kag22659 – posted on Jun 26, 2006

3

All good, but not quite true that the hostel is just one or two minutes from the airport. You can probably walk in half an hour, but at least pick up and airport drop is included in the price. Nice pancake breakfast as well :)

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by nadia2292 – posted on May 25, 2006

4

You stay in a very beautiful house of an (upper class) Guatemalan family. It has lots of character, great breakfast, and is very safe: they are very worried about your safety in this HORRIBLE city!! It´s only 10mins walk from the airport, but do be warned that they often seem to forget to pick... more You stay in a very beautiful house of an (upper class) Guatemalan family. It has lots of character, great breakfast, and is very safe: they are very worried about your safety in this HORRIBLE city!! It´s only 10mins walk from the airport, but do be warned that they often seem to forget to pick people up!! Maybe email the day before arrival to confirm!close

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by eddmor – posted on Jul 24, 2005

3

really friendly and helpful staff, would definatly recommend if you need somewhere near the airport.

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by laurence8210 – posted on Jul 15, 2005

9

I absolutely loved my stay here. The location was great, just a few minutes from the airport. The neighborhood was nice and safe too, I (a lone female) felt perfectly safe walking around. I also got a great breakfast in the morning!

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by degs82 – posted on Jul 6, 2005

1

unexplained animal noises lovely bathrooms

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by nicis – posted on Apr 1, 2005

1

Overall, I was very pleased. This is the proprieter's house...they rent out 2 bedrooms. I called from the (scary) Guatemala airport & someone was there within 2 minutes to get me, and my bike box. It was like staying with relatives--everyone was very nice, helped me assemble my... more Overall, I was very pleased. This is the proprieter's house...they rent out 2 bedrooms. I called from the (scary) Guatemala airport & someone was there within 2 minutes to get me, and my bike box. It was like staying with relatives--everyone was very nice, helped me assemble my bike. When some friends arrived late, they cooked us a late lunch. Drawbacks: Far from Central Guatemala City (off the map of my guidebook). I walked into town & tried to take a taxi back--my taxi driver had never heard of this place. If you're looking for a "party" you won't find it here. If you're looking for a low-key, homey place to get acclimated on flying into Guatemala City (or on the way out, you WILL find it here).close

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by eharbau – posted on Feb 25, 2005

2

My stay at Hermano Pedro exceeded expectations. It was my first night in guatemala and it was nice to have a really comfortable and secure place to stay. Friendly service and excellent accomodations. My one gripe is that no one came to pick up from the airport like they said. Overall, it all...

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by scotma – posted on Jul 10, 2004

1