The Laguna Lodge Eco-Resort
GUATEMALA
The Personalities
Lovers and friends looking to recharge and relax at a tropical cottage.
Moments
Hammocks inside dense tree tops. Organic and handmade soaps in the bathroom. Tropical cottage.
Best Visiting Months
January to May
Cost
Why stay
Nestled on the shores of Lake Atitlán, The Laguna Lodge Eco-Resort & Nature Reserve in Guatemala offers a serene retreat surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty. This eco-friendly sanctuary seamlessly integrates into its lush surroundings, providing guests with an immersive experience in sustainable living.
Enter the Mayan world of The Laguna Lodge by boat, through the legendary Lake Atitlan. The structure of the hotel is naturally integrated into a mountain, providing beautiful views of crystal blue water and three dormant volcanoes. The Mayan-inspired suites are created from volcanic stone, adobe and palm. Step out on your private patio to a garden of coffee and banana trees. Have a candle-light dinner while listening to the sweeping lake, creating surreal ambience. Warm up by the river stone and jasper fire place.
Why wander
Hike up San Padro Volcano for panoramic views of the entire lake along old mayan trails. Take a walk from the lodge to the town of Santa Cruz. Explore the lake with kayaks, canoes, fins and masks or boat around visiting the indigenous villages. Try paragliding, mountain biking from Tecpan to Panajachel or horseback riding through coffee fields.
Indulge in
Vegetarian meals, that will not make you miss meat. The produce is handpicked from the Lodge's organic garden. Coffee from the coffee trees growing on the property. A papaya like you have never tasted before. Molten Lava cocktail made with Guatemalan rum, organic carrot and apple juice.
Getting There
Laguna Lodge is 2.5 hours west of Guatemala City. Arrange a private airport shuttle from Guatemala City to Panajachel. From there you are 15 minutes away from Laguna at which point you will take a private boat offered by the lodge.
WILD INITIATIVES
The lodge's eco-conscious practices include solar-powered energy, rainwater harvesting, and a commitment to preserving the local environment.
“Green Transparency – Conservation of air, water, soil, flora & fauna
Energy Conservation
Renewable energy 180 solar panels producing 20 kW of power. Energy saving led and compact fluorescent/low wattage bulbs, solar garden security lights. Electric meters monitor consumption. Solar hot water heating. www.thelagunalodge.com is hosted on a carbon neutral server. WiFi is provided by a solar powered tower on top of Laguna Nature Reserve. Fireplace is fueled with naturally fallen brush wood and non-recyclable construction wood. Natural lighting and ventilation through large opening windows, high ceilings and natural building materials. Solar pumps for water supply. Natural gas stoves and dryer. Pressure cookers. Grow organic produce and purchase locally. Eschew in room appliances. Clocks are water powered. Lawns cut with manual mowers. Batteries are rechargeable. Sports activities are low impact. Boats use efficient 4 stroke motors. Employees arrive by foot or public boat. The lodge provides an electric golf car in Santa Cruz for staff use. Source from local providers and small sustainable suppliers.”
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