About Quetzaltenango
Quetzaltenango is one of Guatemala's major cities, home to around 180,706 people.
Best time
Late spring and early autumn for pleasant temperatures
Weather
Diverse — temperate to subtropical
Where to eat
Local favourites
Restaurant y Mirador Panorama
Amazing view overlooking central Xela (beside Iglesia Monte Sinai). Sit outside on the lawn as you gaze across the Quetzaltenango valley at
Baviera Cafe
This charming cafe/restaurant offers tables, a lounge/sofa area, flat-screen TV showing sporting events. Serves wonderful teas (from Q6), lo
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
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Hotel Casa del Viajero
Well-known colonial style traveler's home located in the historic center, a few blocks from Central Park. Offers: rooms with private bath, h
Hotel Pension Bonifáz
One of Xela's top hotels since 1935. Convenient location; offers parking for those who came with a car. On the pricey side for Quetzaltenang
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Hotel Modelo
Owned and operated by the same family for over 100 year the Hotel Modelo offers old world charm in the heart of Quetzaltenango.
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Hotel El Centro
3 blocks from Central Park with 24-hr reception. Rooms have hot water, cable, wi-fi internet & free parking. Towels & bed linens included. V
Casa Argentina
Friendly and central, very close to a small fruit and vegetable market. Home of Quetzaltrekkers, a non-profit trekking company. It has a wi-
Shopping
- La Pradera
Nightlife
- Baviera Cafe
In pictures
Quetzaltenango gallery
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