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El Picnic Atitlan

3.0 star property
Adults-only lodge with restaurant, near Lake Atitlán

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Honeymoon Tent
Comfort Tent, Private Bathroom, Lake View
Deluxe Tent, Private Bathroom, Lake View
Dining
Panoramic Tent, Private Bathroom, Lake View
Experience the natural beauty of Atitlan at El Picnic Atitlan, where a warm welcome awaits with full breakfast and a cozy firepit. Connect to WiFi, unwind in the garden or challenge friends in the arcade/game room. Helpful staff are on hand to make your stay unforgettable.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Arcade/games room
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Picnic area
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (4)

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Arcade/games room
The current price is AU$384
includes taxes & fees
17 June - 18 June

Room options

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Panoramic Tent, Private Bathroom, Lake View

Panoramic Tent, Private Bathroom, Lake View

Highlights

Memory foam bed
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Tent, Private Bathroom, Lake View

Comfort Tent, Private Bathroom, Lake View

Highlights

Memory foam bed
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Honeymoon Tent

Honeymoon Tent

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Memory foam bed
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Wardrobe
  • 45 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Tent, Private Bathroom, Lake View

Highlights

Memory foam bed
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
Lago de Atitlán, Santa Cruz la Laguna, Aldea Tzununa, Tzantixub, Santa Cruz La Laguna, Sololá, 07014

What's nearby

  • Lake Atitlán - 1 min drive - 0.0 km
  • Cerro Tzankujil - 13 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Church of Saint Peter - 19 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Panajachel Municipal Market - 29 min drive - 21.2 km
  • Los Elementos Day Spa - 30 min drive - 15.6 km

Getting around

  • Quetzaltenango (AAZ-Los Altos) - 129 min drive
  • Guatemala City (GUA-La Aurora Intl.) - 48.4 miles/77.8 km
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee San Juan - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Circles - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Alegre Pub - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Sublime - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Moonfish Express - ‬7 min drive

About this property

El Picnic Atitlan

El Picnic Atitlan offers a fantastic location, putting you only steps from Lake Atitlán. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. A terrace and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English, German, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 3 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 7 per cent for credit card payments
    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    • Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum guest age is 16
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No on-site parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
    • Caters to adults only

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Private dining
  • Private picnics

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Arcade/games room
  • Firepit
  • Walkway to water

Room amenities

Sleep well

  • Memory-foam mattress
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Rainfall shower heads
  • Shower only
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Late check-in between 9:00 PM and 4:00 AM can be arranged for an extra charge
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 7 per cent

Policies

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a security system on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club

Also known as

El Picnic Atitlan Lodge
El Picnic Atitlan Santa Cruz La Laguna
El Picnic Atitlan Lodge Santa Cruz La Laguna

Frequently asked questions

Does El Picnic Atitlan offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, El Picnic Atitlan does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at El Picnic Atitlan?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at El Picnic Atitlan?

Sorry, there's no on-site parking at El Picnic Atitlan.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by El Picnic Atitlan?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at El Picnic Atitlan?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at El Picnic Atitlan and nearby?

El Picnic Atitlan has an arcade and a picnic area, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near El Picnic Atitlan?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.

What's the area around El Picnic Atitlan like?

El Picnic Atitlan is located by the river, a short 1-minute walk from Lake Atitlán.

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El Picnic Atitlan Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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What guests liked

  • The dining experience at this property was exceptional, with hosts serving improvised, fantastic meals in an open-air setting. (4 reviews)
  • Breakfasts were delicious and accompanied by great conversations with the hosts and other guests. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

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!
2-night trip

10/10

Gaby and Jochen were absolute stellar hosts who were always there to answer any questions we had. Their exquisite meals were served in an open air bar high up overlooking the lake and volcanos in the distance. We would not hesitate to recommend this unique property with its open air rooms.
2-night trip

10/10

El Picnic is a magical, unique, once-in-a-lifetime stay! We booked the honeymoon suite (worth the extra!) and were pinching ourselves every day we woke up at the magnificent view and nature. The bed was super comfortable. Our hosts, Gaby and Johan were so friendly, helpful, and welcoming. Thank you for creating a little paradise!
3-night trip

10/10

Fantastic stay, a truly beautiful place
5-night trip

10/10

Amazing view of the lake and volcanoes, delicious food at the restaurant and the hosts are awesome!
2-night trip

10/10

Fantastic place.
1-night trip

10/10

If you want to wake up to the most beautiful view of Lake Atitlan and connect with nature you have to stay at El Picnic. We had the most amazing two night stay there. The food and drinks were top notch - Johan is an excellent chef. We enjoyed having breakfast and dinner with Johan, Gaby and the other couples. We just happened to be there during a meteor shower too and we saw 10 shooting stars from our patio. It was perfect! The two resident dogs were sweet and greeted us every day. The walk to the boat doc is only about 10 minutes (or you can take a quick tuktuk) so you can easily explore the towns around the lake. I’m so thankful we found this hidden gem.
2-night trip

10/10

This is a true gem hidden in the jungle of Lake Atlitlan
2-night trip

10/10

It is an excellent place if you want to disconnect from the city, the landscapes are impressive
1-night trip

10/10

El Picnic was absolutely incredible! Waking up to views of lake atitlan was a highlight of our trip. The service, food, and property were great. The town is not as great, it wasn’t a town at the top of my list to explore while in the area, but visiting El Picnic for a night was an unforgettable experience and definitely a highlight of our visit to the lake overall.
1-night trip

10/10

The property is beautiful. The room/ tent was amazing. The food was delicious
1-night trip

10/10

LOVED our stay at this property!! The room was so unique and had absolutely stunning views of the lake. It was also furnished and decorated well. The dinner and breakfast were delicious and we had a good time chatting with the other guests and the owners. I wish we stayed longer than one night! Would highly recommend El Picnic to those visiting the lake - it’s an incredible experience.
1-night trip

10/10

Jorges was great really welcoming and friendly. He went out of his way to make sure we had everything we needed. Food was amazing.
2-night trip

10/10

Best-ever glamping experience in this beautiful and very special place above Lake Atitlan. Gaby and Jochen were wonderful hosts, making us feel at home immediately and throughout our 3-nights stay. Breakfasts and dinners were delicious and accompanied by great conversations with our hosts and the other guests. Time passed much too quickly, as there is so much to see and explore on and around the lake.

10/10

It felt strange seeing all reviews are good. Once you get there, you realise that you’re in the best place on Atitlan. Hosts are attentive and will do everything to make your stay unforgettable. You and the other 3 guests will enjoy the views, the good food and the drinks. Now go ahead! Book and you will not be disappointed.

10/10

We had an incredible time. The property is stunning, the owners made us feel like we were a part of their family. Gaby went above and beyond to make our stay enjoyable. She helped us organize every little detail from private boats and drivers to guides and gave us suggestions on what to do, see and how to plan our days. This place is truly a paradise with the nicest, kindest people. We had the most delicious breakfasts and dinners with breathtaking views every day! We can’t thank you enough and we would definitely come back one day.
2-night trip

10/10

Jochen and Gaby took care of us amazingly well at El Picnic! The view is perfect. The service is incredible. Everyone was so friendly. The food was delicious. The dogs were awesome. Gaby made calls to set us up on tours and excursions. Jochen and Gaby even welcomed our friends who were staying nearby to eat with us and treated everyone like family. You will not be disappointed!
3-night trip

10/10

Spectacular Glamping experience. Yes there are an ungodly amount of steps and you might encounter some tropical insects but it’s totally worth the effort. Terrific hosts and delicious meals. Only pay 10 q per person for tuk tuk from pier to hotel. Maybe a bit more if you have bags. Always establish price before you hop in.
3-night trip

10/10

Stay here! A truly magical setting perched up in the mountain overlooking Atitlan lake. With easy access to the water taxi so you can explore all of the surrounding towns, El Picnic is the perfect retreat for an incredible Lake Atitlan experience. Jochen, Gaby and George greeted us upon arrival making us feel right at home. They were extremely friendly and checked in throughout our stay to make sure we had everything we needed. Our room… AMAZING! Nothing compares to the open air and incredible views. The bed was extremely comfortable. The interior decor was stunning. The location of the room was extremely private making us feel like we had the entire lake to ourselves. The food was exceptional. Delicious with large portions. El Picnic is a must!
3-night trip

10/10

It’s important to understand where and what this excellent resort is. I loved the place and the hosts in particular. We were in slow season and they had time to chat with us over a drink at the bar. Gaby and Johan were fascinating people and a lot of fun. Also, Johan made us dinner that was the best I had in Guatemala! Anyway, the resort was fantastic and we’ll be back. Best views in the world of lake and volcanoes. To my initial point though; the village of Tzununa where it’s located is extremely remote and desperately poor. Certain travelers won’t like that, so I wanted to share how El Picnic is a high end, charming and unique resort surrounded by the opposite. We felt safe, but it did help that we were experienced travelers and could handle a non English speaking trip to get to El Picnic. (Resort spoke English of course). In summary, we absolutely loved this place but recognize it’s not for everyone. But if you want unique and wholesome, El Picnic is a must-visit.

10/10

Staying at Picnic is a very unique experience. It's glamping but it's serviced like a bed and breakfast. A big part of it are the incredible hosts,Gaby & Jochen. They are welcoming, personable, and their passion for their property is shown in the details. The breakfast and dinner that Jochen cooks up is fantastic and the menu is improvised on the daily (Jochen is also happy to take suggestions). Quite honestly, a dining experience at Picnic could sell itself; some of the best meals I had in my trip to Guatemala was at Picnic. The rooms and facilities are literally built on the mountain and you are surrounded by natural rock formations and foliage.While staying in the panoramic room, I felt very much like a king of the jungle would if they had electricity. The view of the lake is unmatched and the open air nature of the rooms lends to a serene and freeing experience that is hard to find elsewhere. While I loved every moment on the property, I can also acknowledge that it's not for everyone. The rooms are built on a mountain so that means you need to hike up and down to your room and around the property. This place would not be recommended for those with limited mobility. I also wouldn't recommend to those who can't stand the sight of bugs/wildlife. The rooms are open air and despite thorough cleaning by the staff, there will ultimately be critters around the room. If those nuances don't bother you, I'd highly recommend Picnic to anybody as a base for the lake. 10/10
2-night trip

10/10

3-night trip

10/10

There aren't enough superlatives to describe El Picnic! From the wonderful hosts to the amazing rooms our stay was perfect.
2-night trip

10/10

2-night trip

10/10

Just amazing
1-night trip