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San Rafael Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star adults-only hotel near La Merced Church

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Exterior
Garden
7 Suite Santa Rosa
7 Suite Santa Rosa
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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2da calle Poniente No.7 Antigua, Antigua Guatemala, Sacatepequez
  • Place, Santa Catalina Arch
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Central Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Antigua Guatemala Cathedral
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Guatemala City (GUA-La Aurora Intl.)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Room options

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1 Junior Suite Capuchinas

1 Junior Suite Capuchinas

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Garden view

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4 Junior Suite La Merced

4 Junior Suite La Merced

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Garden view

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3 Junior Suite Candelaria

3 Junior Suite Candelaria

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 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)
  • 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
(9 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Garden view

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7 Suite Santa Rosa

7 Suite Santa Rosa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Garden view

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2 Junior Suite El Carmen

2 Junior Suite El Carmen

  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Garden view

About the area

Antigua Guatemala

City center stay.At this Historic Center hotel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of La Merced Church and Central Park. Antigua Guatemala Cathedral and Choco Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Santa Catalina Arch - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • La Merced Church - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Central Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Antigua Guatemala Cathedral - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Casa Santo Domingo Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks Antigua - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kafka - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Antigua Brewing Company - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Cafe Guatemala Frescura Artesonal - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Fridas - ‬1 min walk

About this property

San Rafael Hotel

4-star adults-only hotel near La Merced Church
Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. A shuttle from the hotel to the airport (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Spa services, multilingual staff, and a garden are also featured at the boutique San Rafael Hotel.

This 4-star Antigua Guatemala hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
San Rafael Hotel offers 7 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature fireplaces and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 43-inch LED televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and fans. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include hot stone massages, sports massages, and facials.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM

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 elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LED TV with digital channels

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

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 available
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 1 PM
Contactless check-out available
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

  • No pets 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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 21 years old aren't allowed.

Property is also known as

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San Rafael Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Peggy, kennewick

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a lovely place to stay. Quiet, beautiful grounds. Breakfast was amazing. Staff was very nice. The late checkout was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Gorgeous decor and impeccable service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia, MIAMI Beach

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

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

Kemba, Humble

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous property. Amazing patio, full of greenery, a water fountain, kumquat trees, beautiful seating areas with stunning furniture. The patio served as a perfect area to eat breakfast every morning and the breakfast was delicious. I even did a whole photo shoot on the patio. The room was stunning and architecturally impressive with beautiful furniture and high ceilings. The staff was lovely and polite. They packed me a take away bag for breakfast for one of my early excursions. They cleaned my room daily. The room did not have AC but with the windows open there is a lovely cross wind that kept the room cool. I would definitely recommend this beautiful place.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 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

Neifre Yoan, Cutler Bay

Travelled with partner
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

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

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olman

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place in the heart of Antigua
Breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josué

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was like a luxury hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

LaFaith

Travelled with family
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

Kevin

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lorri

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette, Greenacres

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exquisite Property!! San Rafael is so peaceful and tranquil, yet in the center of all the action! Steps from the Arch and many many dining options! You cannot beat this location! We were coming from the Lake and in order to avoid roadblocks we ended up leaving at 3am and arriving at San Rafael just before 6am. The staff were so helpful in storing our luggage while we explored Antigua! The staff here is wonderful and really make you feel like family! Rooms are beautiful and very clean! The entire property is truly gorgeous! We communicated via What’s App- very easy and responsive. They have filtered water in the kitchen and we refilled our bottles several times a day, plus they include a few bottles of water as well. We will 100% come back next time we are in Antigua!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such an amazing place. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Gorgeous and quiet spot right in the middle of town!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

brian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place is every way. Well managed. Beautifully decorated. Great attention to detail. I enjoyed the morning included breakfast, the candles in the public areas in the evening and the real fireplace with wood in the room, lit by the staff in the evening. Amazing all around.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashma

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

Beautiful Hotel!

This is a beautiful hotel with the most beautiful courtyard and rooms. It is very well made. The only minus point is that there is no AC in the rooms. We were here one night (because of this reason) and were offered a fan which worked well for us. But having an AC would definitely have impacted our decision to stay longer. The breakfast setting is beautiful right outside the room surrounding the courtyard. It was an overall beautiful stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lizette

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

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

Best of the best

Outstanding shower, bed and restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024