The room was beautiful, the staff were very accommodating and Gaby& Jochen were so welcoming. Breakfast was amazing as were the dinners, especially with the incredible view. The view of the lake with the volcanos in the background is unbeatable! If you want a peaceful stay in lake atitlan this is definitely the place to be.
I havw traveled to 52 countries and stayed in some amazing hotels but this place may be one of the best I have ever stayed at. Incredible views, accomodation. Great food/service. Really nothing negative to say.
This place is an absolute dream come true. The service is excellent and the view is out of this world. The owners are very special people, they make you feel at home and spoil you with delicious breakfast, homemade dinners every night and fresh pretzels. Gaby and her husband are extraordinary people. I HIGHLY recommend this place. I give it 10 stars.
The place is absolutely gorgeous and the view at the lake is magical. Gaby and Johan were courteous and friendly, meals were delicious. They accommodated the meals to our vegan/ vegetarian diet. Highly recommended!
The rooms were very clean, everything is well organized. Johan and Gaby are huge huge huge help in everything you need there. They are hands on, and very attentive. Neighborhood is safe, views are amazing and the food was delicious. Dinner there is fun and easy. The breakfast with the view is so cool. I recommend 100%. Stray dogs bark randomly at night for about 10 mins and usually calm down but it could wake you up.
We stayed in the deluxe double and it was exactly what we were hoping for. The owners and staff are friendly and helpful, including in setting up our transportation. We had no issues getting to and from the hotel. It is a bit isolated (in a good way) so we were able to relax with good views, and had some of the best food we had during our trip. Prices were reasonable for what you get.
I was a little worried I would be cold at night, but the room was super comfortable and there were no issues with temperature.
Highly recommend; we would definitely stay again.
This was a most spectacular and breathtaking place to stay. We got the top view. A bit of a hike up but so worth it. We got to lay in bed and look out to the stars, daybreak and volcanos. From the balcony we could see the lake. I loved the open private bathroom and our own sitting area. Definitely glamping. The next surprise was the restaurant there. Like having your own private chef. My husband always finds the most amazing places to stay. So friendly and loved the dogs.
An incredible experience! The bed was comfy, the views were gorgeous, the food was delicious, and Gaby and Jochen were wonderful hosts. No complaints whatsoever.
Excellent food made in-house! Great and friendly staff and owneds :) amazing views! My only negative point is that we ear all the dogs bark day and night but nothing earbuds couldnt fix! đź’Ż worth it!
The room was not only clean, but had a spectacular view and was so comfortable. Staff was so nice and accommodating. One of the best parts about our stay was the included breakfast and the dinner (not included) which was delicious! We thought we’d explore the island more for dinner but ended up eating at El Picnic because it was just that good. Gaby is an amazing hostess and went above and beyond to assist us with whatever we needed as well. Thanks for a great stay that we will always remember!
We had a wonderful stay. I wish we would have stayed longer. Owners are working on things around. The room was beautiful, bathroom was perfect. The view, breathtaking. The owners, Gabby and her husband were just wonderful, helpful and absolutely warm. We will be back! Lot of stairs but well worth it. I didn’t see restaurants around but taking the boat around the other towns was so easy.
El Picnic was a truly special place to stay on Lake Atitlán. The hosts are wonderful and make the experience along with the beautiful setting.
Gabi went above and beyond, from helping coordinate transportation before our arrival to suggesting and arranging unique local experiences during our stay. One of her recommendations, a bird-watching hike, ended up being a highlight of our trip (we even saw a quetzal!).
Meals were excellent, with delicious breakfasts and dinners shared with other guests and the hosts. There’s not really a menu, but everything was fresh, delicious and thoughtfully prepared, and added to the experience.
This is not a traditional hotel. It’s open air and immersive. You’ll hear the natural sounds of the area at night, which was part of the charm.
Good to know: there are quite a few stairs, and you should be comfortable with that. Bugs were not an issue at all during our stay.
If you’re looking for a unique, authentic experience with incredible hosts, we highly recommend El Picnic.
The view and room were gorgeous, the food was fresh, well-prepared and plentiful, and best of all Gaby and Jochen were so warm and inviting (but unobtrusive!) that our stay felt like a trip with old friends. Also, they make a mean rum old fashioned. We highly recommend Picnic for your Lake Atitlan stay!
I just want to say that Joachel is so very pleasant, helpful and accommodating. The place is beautiful overlooking the beautiful lake. So amazing if you just want to relax and enjoy peace and quiet.