Santa Cruz La Laguna
Guatemala
In a privileged setting our luxuriously natural 5 star boutique hotel commands sweeping views over azure waters to a trio of dramatic volcanoes. Inspired by nature and created from volcanic stone, adobe and palm our spacious lakeside suites are individually appointed with comfortable hand hewn king beds, fine linens, intricate woven textiles and indigenous antiques. In the evenings our award winning Zotz restaurant is bathed in golden hues from a large stone fireplace and antique candelabras, a romantic ambience for a fine dining experience. After the days tours and adventures enjoy a dip in the hot river rock spa pool and be pampered with a relaxing body treatment offered at our Hummingbird spa. Relax at the lava bar or lakeside pavilion and watch the surreal sunset turn into a star studded night. The Mayan highlands are rich in culture and the lodge’s indigenous staff look forward to offering you a unique and memorable experience! - Utz Ipetik! Welcome!
Come and explore, discover and experience with us and see why Time magazine says – Laguna Lodge is pure Maya magic!
The Jaguar suite with adobe walls and wood floor is individually decorated with a four poster king bed, large wrought iron chandelier and a high exposed pole ceiling. Adorned with fine linens, intricate woven textiles, artifacts and artwork this suite has spectacular views from the bedroom, en-suite and balcony. Among the furnishings is a lounge chair with ottoman, marble topped night tables, carved bedside lamps and indigenous antiques. The terracotta en-suite features green marble in the double shower and vanity with hand painted twin artisan basins. Botanical toiletries, oversized towels and bath robes are provided. Sliding glass doors maximize views and join the room to a large private balcony with slate floor and a palm roof, lounging furniture, stone writing desk and a coffee tree.
The Quetzal suite at the Laguna Lodge Eco Resort & Nature Reserve
The Quetzal suite with adobe walls and wood floor is individually decorated with a hand hewn wooden bed, wrought iron chandelier and a high exposed pole ceiling. Adorned with fine linens, intricate woven textiles, artifacts and artwork this suite has spectacular views from the bedroom, en-suite and balcony. Among the furnishings is a lounge chair with ottoman, marble topped night tables, carved bedside lamps and indigenous antiques. The terracotta en-suite features green marble in the double shower and vanity with hand painted twin artisan basins. Botanical toiletries, oversized towels and bath robes are provided. Sliding glass doors maximize views and join the room to a large private balcony with slate floor and a palm roof, lounging furniture, stone writing desk and a coffee tree.
The Tecun Uman suite at the Laguna Lodge Eco Resort & Nature Reserve
The Tecun Uman suite with adobe walls and wood floor is individually decorated with a hand hewn wooden king bed, wrought iron wall sconces and an exposed pole ceiling. Adorned with fine linens, intricate woven textiles, artifacts and artwork this suite has spectacular views from the bedroom, en-suite and balcony. Among the furnishings is a lounge chair with ottoman, marble topped night tables, carved bedside lamps and indigenous antiques. The terracotta en-suite features green marble in the double shower and vanity with hand painted twin artisan basins. Botanical toiletries, oversized towels and bath robes are provided. Sliding glass doors maximize views and join the room to a large private balcony with slate floor and exposed pole ceiling, lounging furniture, stone writing desk and a coffee tree.
The Pato Poc suite at the Laguna Lodge Eco Resort & Nature Reserve
The Pato Poc suite with adobe walls and wood floor is individually decorated with two hand hewn wooden double beds, wrought iron wall sconces and an exposed pole ceiling. Adorned with fine linens, intricate woven textiles, artifacts and artwork this suite has spectacular views from the bedroom, en-suite and balcony. Among the furnishings is a lounge chair with ottoman, marble topped night tables, carved bedside lamps and indigenous antiques. The terracotta en-suite features green marble in the double shower and vanity with hand painted twin artisan basins. Botanical toiletries, oversized towels and bath robes are provided. Sliding glass doors maximize views and join the room to a large private balcony with slate floor and exposed pole ceiling, lounging furniture, stone writing desk and a coffee tree.
The Monja Blanca Suite at the Laguna Lodge Eco Resort & Nature Reserve
The Monja Blanca Suite with adobe, stone walls and wood floor is individually decorated with a hand hewn wooden king bed, Adorned with fine linens, intricate woven textiles, artifacts and artwork this suite has spectacular views from the bedroom and balcony. Among the furnishings are marble topped night tables, carved bedside lamps, stone writing desk and indigenous antiques. The terracotta en-suite features green marble in the shower and vanity with hand painted twin artisan basins. Botanical toiletries, oversized towels and bath robes are provided. Sliding glass doors maximize views joining the room to a small slate patio with lounge chair, ottoman and wicker sofa. Adjoining the patio is a garden with coffee and banana trees.
The Ceiba Suite at the Laguna Lodge Eco Resort & Nature Reserve
The Ceiba Suite with adobe, stone walls and wood floor is individually decorated with a hand hewn wooden king bed, Adorned with fine linens, intricate woven textiles, artifacts and artwork this suite has spectacular views from the bedroom and balcony. Among the furnishings are marble topped night tables, carved bedside lamps, stone writing desk and indigenous antiques. The terracotta en-suite features green marble in the shower and vanity with hand painted twin artisan basins. Botanical toiletries, oversized towels and bath robes are provided. Sliding glass doors maximize views joining the room to a small slate patio with lounge chair, ottoman and wicker sofa. Adjoining the patio is a garden with coffee and banana trees.
All Suites at the Laguna Lodge Eco Resort & Nature Reserve include a mini bar that stocks organic wines, chocolates and nuts. Enjoy complimentary drinking water, fresh floral arrangements and our nightly turndown service.
Dining at Laguna Lodge Eco-Resort & Nature ReserveZotz is a full service international lakefront restaurant which serves fine Eco-Cuisine with distinctive flavor and quality from natural foods.
Fresh organic vegetables, greens and herbs come from our gardens or local farmers and tropical fruits from the nearby pacific coast. Organic superiority enhances the flavor and health value of the produce which is meticulously prepared.
Our skilled team use free range eggs, local cheeses, legumes, grains, nuts, seeds, and spices with culinary wisdom to create fine dishes with exotic pizzazz.
Each season nature offers a new palette to create dishes from with native plants, flowers and fungi foraged from the mountains of our reserve. A selection of breads are baked in house daily. Particular attention is given to dietary requests.
We use famous highland shade grown organic coffee from our nature reserve and local farmers.
Candle-lit dining with a sweeping lake and volcano view creates a surreal ambience. On cooler evenings a large river stone and jasper fire place warms the restaurant.
The stage is set - the lake amphitheater is in surround 3D - the sun descends to the underworld - a celebration of the night begins at the Lava Bar!
A fine selection of imported wine, beer and spirits from Guatemala and around the world are served with a smile! Try the Molten Lava cocktail made with white rum, organic carrot and apple juice while relaxing in the lakeside sunset bungalow. Local fishermen in hand made wooden canoes can be seen on most evenings.
Native Health Spa at Laguna Lodge Eco-Resort & Nature ReserveSet in fragrant gardens our Jacuzzi, lakeside sauna, palapa and sunbathing deck command dramatic views. A selection of body treatments are offered on our spa menu.
- Massages using pure essential organic and natural oils include Swiss, Hot Stone, Thai and Reflexology.
- Chiropractic Treatment.
- Facials, Manicure and Pedicure using highly effective and luxurious botanical products with natural, organic and wild crafted ingredients.
- Spa Pool - Hot water in a smooth river rock pool with a white crystal boulder cleanses and relaxes the body.
- Indigenous Temescal Sauna with the lake providing a quintessential plunge pool.
- Situated in the tropics 1,563 meters above sea level the highland climate is temperate and healthful.
- Raw organic fruits, vegetables and juices detoxify and nourish the body to create health by activating natural healing processes.
- Life Enhancement- Fitness and Adventure - Mini Gym, Kayaking, Swimming, Snorkeling, Rappelling, Rock climbing, Cliff Jumping, Walking and Jogging on the reserves mountain trails.
Tzantizotz Nature Reserve
Situated in the area of Tzantizotz which in local Kaqchikel means Point of Bats, this mountainous area begins at the lake front and reaches high altitude tropical dry forest. Laguna Lodge is the gateway to 100 acres of safe hiking on this bio diverse land. Beginning at the lakes edge at 1,563m (5128ft) the top of the reserve is at 1,963m (6,440ft). On some days the top is bathed in clouds. Well maintained paths for every fitness level traverse old Mayan trails. Palm thatched resting pavilions offer panoramic views of the entire lake.
The trails encompass large cliffs and ancient Mayan ceremonial rocks. At the top of the reserve there is some of the last remaining primary forest in the area. To protect the biodiversity of this unique ecosystem native flora is replanted. Organic coffee and fruit trees are only grown on the lower slopes of the reserve. Bird watchers will see a plethora of birds many of them being endemic. For sports lovers there are rock cliffs for rappelling and cliff jumping. Swimming is safe and deep and the lake can be explored with kayaks, canoes, fins and masks. Mayan guides explain the medicinal and domestic use of the plants and an interpretation room may be visited before setting of on the trails.
PROTECTED AREAS. Guatemala has 44 legally protected areas with 60 more under study. The Lake Atitlan basin is a multi use protected area. Through SIGAP (The Guatemalan System of Protected Areas) and CONAP (The National Council of Protected Areas) The Nature Reserve is in process with CONAP and is a member of ARNPG (Association of Private Nature Reserves of Guatemala).