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 $76 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 9.1

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Yaxha Lagoon, Yaxha-Nakum-Naranjo National Park, 17000 Laguna Yaxha, Guatemala – Excellent location – show map

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I enjoyed most being in the middle of nature and the drive into the hotel was spectacular. Of course, easy access to the park was also amazing.

Merritt

Guatemala

It was an amazing place to see the stars after 10 when the generator shuts down. It's a beautiful spot and both Yaxha and the ruins on the island are amazing. I really enjoyed talking to Anna, who shared some local history with us. The rooms we stayed in, I think Toucan cabana, had really interesting paintings on the walls. We saw toucans, howler monkeys and some other interesting birds all on the hotel grounds.

Tara

United States of America

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

Beautiful property, great location, very friendly staff and good food. Unlimited drinking water, huge plus.

Ben

United Kingdom

Staff were very helpful. If you want to see the Mayan ruins Yaxha then this is the place, they take you across in the boat and pick you up after watching the sunset.. magical

Belinda

Australia

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

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9.6

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What guests loved the most:
“I enjoyed most being in the middle of nature and the drive into the hotel was spectacular. Of course, easy access to the park was also amazing.”

Merritt Guatemala
“It was an amazing place to see the stars after 10 when the generator shuts down. It's a beautiful spot and both Yaxha and the ruins on the island are amazing.”

Tara United States of America
“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
“Beautiful property, great location, very friendly staff and good food. Unlimited drinking water, huge plus.”

Ben United Kingdom
“Staff were very helpful. If you want to see the Mayan ruins Yaxha then this is the place, they take you across in the boat and pick you up after watching the sunset.. magical”

Belinda Australia
“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

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.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 9.3 for two-person stays.

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Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

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

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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

All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

What Travelers Love About This Location

“Beautiful property, great location, very friendly staff and good food. Unlimited drinking water, huge plus.”

Ben

United Kingdom

9.1

“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

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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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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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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 & Beds

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above are considered adults at this property.

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13+ years

Can use an extra bed

GTQ 200 per person, per night

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

The maximum number of extra beds allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check the maximum capacity for the room you selected.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

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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.

“It was an amazing place to see the stars after 10 when the generator shuts down. It's a beautiful spot and both Yaxha and the ruins on the island are amazing. I really enjoyed talking to Anna, who shared some local history with us. The rooms we stayed in, I think Toucan cabana, had really interesting paintings on the walls. We saw toucans, howler monkeys and some other interesting birds all on the hotel grounds. ”

“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.”

“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!”

“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. ”

“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. ”

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Reviewed: October 30, 2019

Terry
United States of America
10

“Everything about this place was excellent.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 2 nights
We disliked nothing.
We liked everything.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 29, 2019

Merritt
Guatemala
9.0

“Wildlife, birds, waterfront views, and Maya ruins, it just doesn't get any better.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 1 night
More salad or healthy sandwich options would be nice. I think it would also be great to have a sunset tour of the lake.
I enjoyed most being in the middle of nature and the drive into the hotel was spectacular. Of course, easy access to the park was also amazing.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: August 12, 2019

Tara
United States of America

1 helpful vote
10

“Great spot.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
These aren't really negative things, just things to be aware of. It's quite remote, no village to speak of or other businesses nearby, and the road approaching it is a bit rough, I was happy to be driving a 4wdr with high clearance.
It was an amazing place to see the stars after 10 when the generator shuts down. It's a beautiful spot and both Yaxha and the ruins on the island are amazing. I really enjoyed talking to Anna, who shared some local history with us. The rooms we stayed in, I think Toucan cabana, had really interesting paintings on the walls. We saw toucans, howler monkeys and some other interesting birds all on the hotel grounds.

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: July 7, 2019

Ben
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
9.2

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Planning trips to the nearby Mayan sites was disorganized.
Beautiful property, great location, very friendly staff and good food. Unlimited drinking water, huge plus.

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: May 28, 2019

Jana
Switzerland

1 helpful vote
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Beautiful place, friendly people

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: May 20, 2019

Belinda
Australia

1 helpful vote
9.2

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
A fan in the room would be nice but as they operate on solar I am not sure if this is possible. Wish you could swim in lake, unfortunately there are crocodiles
Staff were very helpful. If you want to see the Mayan ruins Yaxha then this is the place, they take you across in the boat and pick you up after watching the sunset.. magical

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: April 24, 2019

Robin
Germany
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • 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
- • 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
- • 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
- • 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
- • 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
Czech Republic

2 helpful votes
10

“Paradise in Yaxhá”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • 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
- • 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

4 helpful votes
9.2

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • 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
- • 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

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