Name: Ecolodge El Sombrero
Address: Yaxha Lagoon, Yaxha-Nakum-Naranjo National Park, 17000 Laguna Yaxha, Guatemala, Yaxha Lagoon, Yaxha-Nakum-Naranjo National Park, Peten, 17000, Guatemala
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $59 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.9

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Lodge Ecolodge El Sombrero

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The location and the grounds were really nice. The rooms were comfortable, save for the lack of nets around the beds which should be a must given the heavy mosquito activity.

Sydneysider15, Australia

location is so beautiful with all the wildlife just outside the window. the lake is awesome and very close to the best Maya ruins ever. If i had more time i would stay here for sure, good and very friendly staff.

Timo, Finland

This place is a hidden paradise. It is very simple, but every detail is perfect for the location. The bungalows are tastefully decorated with classic Mayan murals and current day textiles. The owner has wonderful unique books about the archeology of the area given to her by the researchers themselves. This is rustic living in glorious comfort!

Jeanne, United States of America

One of the best jungle lodged I’ve stayed in! It is just a short 5 minute drive from the entrance of Yaxha. Gabriella, the owner, dropped me to entrance and then her boat picked me up at the Yaxha exit and brought me across the lake to the lodge.

Anonymous, United States of America

Lovely setting in the jungle and friendly service

Robin, Germany

The hotel breakfast was good and included within the price. The location was fantastic - in the jungle near Yaxha ruins and park. We heard howler monkeys in the night! The rooms were basic but well protected against bugs through screen meshes all round. There was a large veranda with a hammock out front with a view of the lake. The hotel buildings were beautifully designed with comfy chairs to lounge in, hammocks, rush roofing and natural wooden beams. Staff were very helpful. Food was good. Horse riding, boat trips and transfers to/from Yaxha were available.

John, United Kingdom

The ecolodge is located on the lake shore, just 2,5 km away from Yaxhá site. The place is sensitively integrated into the nature and the sound of howler monkeys can be heard from close distance. The staff is very friendly and Italian food delicious.

Filip, Czech Republic

Lovely, quirky place. The food is good and the location would be very romantic for an adventurous young couple, which we are not.

Lin, United States of America

The location is great, amazing views, nice host and good food

Jasmin, Belgium

In a wonderful setting by a lakeside surrounded by forest and very near to the ticket office for the Yaxha site. You can hear howler monkeys in the jungle and see lots of birds in the grounds.

John, United Kingdom

9.6

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What guests loved the most:
“The location and the grounds were really nice. The rooms were comfortable, save for the lack of nets around the beds which should be a must given the heavy mosquito activity.”

Sydneysider15 Australia
“location is so beautiful with all the wildlife just outside the window. the lake is awesome and very close to the best Maya ruins ever. ”

Timo Finland
“This place is a hidden paradise. It is very simple, but every detail is perfect for the location. The bungalows are tastefully decorated with classic Mayan murals and current day textiles. ”

Jeanne United States of America
“One of the best jungle lodged I’ve stayed in! It is just a short 5 minute drive from the entrance of Yaxha. ”

United States of America
“Lovely setting in the jungle and friendly service”

Robin Germany
“The hotel breakfast was good and included within the price. The location was fantastic - in the jungle near Yaxha ruins and park. We heard howler monkeys in the night! ”

John United Kingdom
“The ecolodge is located on the lake shore, just 2,5 km away from Yaxhá site. The place is sensitively integrated into the nature and the sound of howler monkeys can be heard from close distance. ”

Filip Czech Republic
“Lovely, quirky place. The food is good and the location would be very romantic for an adventurous young couple, which we are not.”

Lin United States of America
“The location is great, amazing views, nice host and good food”

Jasmin Belgium
“In a wonderful setting by a lakeside surrounded by forest and very near to the ticket office for the Yaxha site. You can hear howler monkeys in the jungle and see lots of birds in the grounds.”

John United Kingdom

Offering a restaurant and a private beach area, Ecolodge El Sombrero is located in Yaxha.

Each bungalow, located in front ot Yaxha Lagoon, offers a private bathroom and free toiletries.

El Sombrero is located in the jungle and offers a terrace. Other facilities offered at the property include meeting facilities, a shared lounge and a tour desk. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including cycling and horse riding. The property offers free parking.

This property also has one of the top-rated locations in Laguna Yaxjá! Guests are happier about it compared to other properties in the area.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

This property is also rated for the best value in Laguna Yaxjá! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other properties in this city.

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Breakfast Info

Continental, Italian, Vegetarian, American

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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An Inside Look at Ecolodge El Sombrero

We are located in the Yaxha Lagoon, in the Yaxha-Nakum-Naranjo National Park in the Mayan Biosphere Reserve in Peten, Guatemala. We are the only hotel in the area on the lakeside. Surrounded by the Mayan Jungle and Ruins. Howler monkeys, crocodiles, toucans, parrots and many other animals and birds can be spotted right from your window in your room. At the end of the day you can enjoy a glass of wine watching the sunset with the company of "Rosco", a 10 foot crocodile that lives under the pier. Just 2 km away the amazing Yaxha Mayan Ruins stand in the middle of the jungle. Yaxha is the second most visited Mayan Site just after Tikal. Watching the sunset from the highest pyramid that stands out above the jungle is one of the best experiences you may have in your life.

Area Info –

Closest Landmarks

Xunantunich
16.5 miles
Tikal National Park
19.2 miles

Restaurants & Markets

El Sombrero Restaurant
0 miles
Centro de información Turistica Cafe/Bar
0.2 miles

Natural Beauty

Yaxha Archeological Maya Site Mountain
1.9 miles
Topoxte Archeological Maya Site Mountain
3.1 miles
Holmul River
7.5 miles
Mopan River
9.9 miles
Lago Peten Itza Lake
23.6 miles
Yaxha-Nakum-Naranjo National Park Mountain
0 miles
Laguna Yaxha Lake
0 miles
Laguna Sacnab Lake
0 miles

Closest Airports

Mundo Maya International Airport
33.2 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“Lovely, quirky place. The food is good and the location would be very romantic for an adventurous young couple, which we are not.”

Lin

United States of America

9.1

“In a wonderful setting by a lakeside surrounded by forest and very near to the ticket office for the Yaxha site. You can hear howler monkeys in the jungle and ...”

John

United Kingdom

9.1

“The hotel breakfast was good and included within the price. The location was fantastic - in the jungle near Yaxha ruins and park. We heard howler monkeys in the...”

John

United Kingdom

8.3

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1 Restaurant On Site

Restaurant

Food: Italian, Mediterranean, Pizza, Local, International, Latin American, European

Open for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Menu: À la carte

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House Rules Ecolodge El Sombrero takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 1:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

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prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children and Extra Beds

All children are welcome.

Free! One child under 6 years stays free of charge when using existing beds.

Free! All children under 6 years stay free of charge for extra beds.

Any additional older children or adults are charged GTQ 125 per night for extra beds.

The maximum number of extra beds in a room is 1.

Any type of extra bed is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Ecolodge El Sombrero accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The Fine Print

Please inform Ecolodge El Sombrero of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

“The location and the grounds were really nice. The rooms were comfortable, save for the lack of nets around the beds which should be a must given the heavy mosquito activity.”

Sydneysider15

Australia

“location is so beautiful with all the wildlife just outside the window. the lake is awesome and very close to the best Maya ruins ever. If i had more time i would stay here for sure, good and very friendly staff.”

Timo

Finland

“This place is a hidden paradise. It is very simple, but every detail is perfect for the location. The bungalows are tastefully decorated with classic Mayan murals and current day textiles. The owner has wonderful unique books about the archeology of the area given to her by the researchers themselves. This is rustic living in glorious comfort!”

Jeanne

“One of the best jungle lodged I’ve stayed in! It is just a short 5 minute drive from the entrance of Yaxha. Gabriella, the owner, dropped me to entrance and then her boat picked me up at the Yaxha exit and brought me across the lake to the lodge. ”

Anonymous

“The hotel breakfast was good and included within the price. The location was fantastic - in the jungle near Yaxha ruins and park. We heard howler monkeys in the night! The rooms were basic but well protected against bugs through screen meshes all round. There was a large veranda with a hammock out front with a view of the lake. The hotel buildings were beautifully designed with comfy chairs to lounge in, hammocks, rush roofing and natural wooden beams. Staff were very helpful. Food was good. Horse riding, boat trips and transfers to/from Yaxha were available.”

“The ecolodge is located on the lake shore, just 2,5 km away from Yaxhá site. The place is sensitively integrated into the nature and the sound of howler monkeys can be heard from close distance. The staff is very friendly and Italian food delicious. ”

Filip

Czech Republic

“In a wonderful setting by a lakeside surrounded by forest and very near to the ticket office for the Yaxha site. You can hear howler monkeys in the jungle and see lots of birds in the grounds.”

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Newest Reviews for Ecolodge El Sombrero

Reviewed: April 24, 2019

Robin
Germany
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Bungalow with Garden View
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Lovely setting in the jungle and friendly service

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 16, 2019

Tristan
Canada
10

Exceptional
- • Solo traveler
- • Bungalow with Garden View
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Staff is muy bueno

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 10, 2019

Zineb
United States of America
8.8

“I found a mission to accomplish”
- • Solo traveler
- • Bungalow with Garden View
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
I left to el Sombrero where you can't jump in the lake due to crocodiles after only one night as the place wasn't up to my personal rest necessities. I am not picky but beauty makes everything better. The house lay out is amazing and views Instagram goals for some, it just needs minor renovation, organization and redecoration to become the aibnb pearl of Flores/Tikal.
The view is one of a kind and jumping in the lake make you feel in heaven. The silence the birds and the family were amazing. I wrote to Airbnb Team to ask about partnership options for minor renovations financing in exchange of a lean on future earning. The place potential is huge and the family deserves so help. The father is a disabled engineer and the mother an advocate for the itzi Lake. If you can do something from Your end , please let change the life of this family together. Increase price from 16$ to 28$ or 37$ will change their life forever. The family helped organize all my tours and I will help them create Airbnb experiences to improve their income while looking to find funds for their renovation budget. I work with a non profit in New York and meeting with hacienda esperenza non profit in Copan to discuss shipping furniture and clothing to both communities. I meet Dani and Roger using Airbnb and we are know working onow organizing couple initiative between both non profit that might allow us to donate furniture to the family as well. Thank you.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 8, 2019

Christina
Guatemala
7.9

“would go again”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Deluxe Double Room with Lake View
- • Stayed 1 night
host was distracted from being a host.
excellent

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: March 14, 2019

John
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
8.3

“Fabulous place to spend a few days. We only had 2 nights, could have done with more!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room with Lake View
- • Stayed 2 nights
The bed was a little hard and the room very basic but comfortable enough. There was another room next to us which was thankfully empty otherwise, with the mesh ceilings under a high arched roof, we would probably have heard our neighbours breathing! Shame the lake had crocodiles in it (although we never saw Roscoe the local celebrity croc! We would have loved to swim there but that's hardly the hotel's fault!
The hotel breakfast was good and included within the price. The location was fantastic - in the jungle near Yaxha ruins and park. We heard howler monkeys in the night! The rooms were basic but well protected against bugs through screen meshes all round. There was a large veranda with a hammock out front with a view of the lake. The hotel buildings were beautifully designed with comfy chairs to lounge in, hammocks, rush roofing and natural wooden beams. Staff were very helpful. Food was good. Horse riding, boat trips and transfers to/from Yaxha were available.

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: February 7, 2019

Filip Baumruk
Czech Republic

2 helpful votes
10

“Paradise in Yaxhá”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Bungalow with Garden View
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
We were completely satisfied!
The ecolodge is located on the lake shore, just 2,5 km away from Yaxhá site. The place is sensitively integrated into the nature and the sound of howler monkeys can be heard from close distance. The staff is very friendly and Italian food delicious.

Stayed in February 2019
Reviewed: February 1, 2019

Lin
United States of America
9.2

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Bungalow with Garden View
- • Stayed 1 night
Lovely, quirky place. The food is good and the location would be very romantic for an adventurous young couple, which we are not.

Stayed in January 2019
Reviewed: January 14, 2019

Jasmin
Belgium

1 helpful vote
9.2

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • 2 rooms
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The location is great, amazing views, nice host and good food

Stayed in January 2019
Reviewed: January 9, 2019

Betsy
United States of America
9.6

“Idyllic immersion in nature and Mayan history. I'll be back!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Deluxe Double Room with Lake View
- • Stayed 3 nights
The wifi is spotty, only available at parts of the day. It took some effort to keep bugs away in this humid climate (though the screens in my cabin worked perfectly so I had to use Deet only during daytime).
Why haven't more Americans discovered this magical place? All the other visitors were from Europe, Canada and Latin America. It's a lovely ecolodge in a spectacular location right on a peaceful lake. Delicious food, very cheap; excellent coffee and wine. Hammocks everywhere, and adirondack chairs, so great for lounging in the balmy air and gazing at the lake view. But best of all is proximity to the Mayan ruins Yaxha (walkable) and Topaxte (short boat ride). I had a fantastic bird-watching tour, 74 species in 7 hours (ask for Emnett to be your guide). To support sustainable development and opportunities for local youth, El Sombrero doesn't take a cut from the tours and transport they arrange; all the money goes right to the guides, drivers and boat captain. It's quiet, it's comfy, it's gorgeous, and it's nurturing (because the owner, Gabriella, makes the staff, visitors and locals all feel warmed and cared for so there's a really good vibe). I wish I could have stayed 5 or 7 days instead of 3.

Stayed in January 2019
Reviewed: December 28, 2018

Anonymous
United States of America
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bungalow with Garden View
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
One of the best jungle lodged I’ve stayed in! It is just a short 5 minute drive from the entrance of Yaxha. Gabriella, the owner, dropped me to entrance and then her boat picked me up at the Yaxha exit and brought me across the lake to the lodge.

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 11, 2018

Wolfgang
Brazil

1 helpful vote
8.3

“Staff and especially owner Gabriela extremely helpful , I mean EXTREMELY”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bungalow with Garden View
- • Stayed 2 nights
perhaps a little bit too much ecological, weak electric installation , no hot water
Extremely helpfully

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: December 6, 2018

Peter
United States of America
9.6

“was a great place to stay will stay there again”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Bungalow with Garden View
- • Stayed 4 nights
the scenery was beautiful and very quite

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: October 21, 2018

Sydneysider15
Australia
7.1

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bungalow with Garden View
- • Stayed 1 night
Communicating with staff was difficult, Spanish speaking only. The beds had no nets around them so exposed to mosquitos overnight and multiple bites, which could have been avoided by providing a net.
The location and the grounds were really nice. The rooms were comfortable, save for the lack of nets around the beds which should be a must given the heavy mosquito activity.

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: February 28, 2018

Timo
Finland

11 helpful votes
7.9

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bungalow with Garden View
- • Stayed 1 night
location is so beautiful with all the wildlife just outside the window. the lake is awesome and very close to the best Maya ruins ever. If i had more time i would stay here for sure, good and very friendly staff.

Stayed in February 2018
Reviewed: January 17, 2018

John
United Kingdom

7 helpful votes
9.2

“Natural setting, surrounded by countryside.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bungalow with Garden View
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The room I had was actually a shared cabin with a dividing wall, so effectively you share a space with a stranger. On occasion, the wonderful sounds of nature were drowned out by music played by guests or the lodge staff which was a shame.
In a wonderful setting by a lakeside surrounded by forest and very near to the ticket office for the Yaxha site. You can hear howler monkeys in the jungle and see lots of birds in the grounds.

Stayed in January 2018

Sleeps	Room Type
	Bungalow with Garden View 2 twin beds	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Free parking This bungalow features a private entrance and view Bungalow Facilities: • Shower • Sitting area • Free toiletries • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Bathtub or shower • Interconnecting room(s) available • Private entrance • Mosquito net • Towels/Sheets (extra fee) • Garden view • Mountain view • Cleaning products • Towels • Linens • Entire unit located on ground floor • Upper floors accessible by stairs only • Clothes rack • Toilet paper Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Deluxe Double Room with Lake View 1 twin bed and 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Free parking This twin/double room has a seating area and private entrance Room Facilities: • Shower • Balcony • Desk • Sitting area • Free toiletries • Toilet • Patio • Private Bathroom • Bathtub or shower • Interconnecting room(s) available • Private entrance • View • Mosquito net • Towels/Sheets (extra fee) • Lake view • Garden view • Mountain view • Cleaning products • Terrace • Towels • Linens • Outdoor furniture • Entire unit located on ground floor • Upper floors accessible by stairs only • Clothes rack • Toilet paper Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content

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