Courtyard plunge pool, palapa, and shell mark at Caracola Boutique Hostel

Where fast lives slow down.

Attentive, welcoming — and sure of itself

Welcome to our boutique hostel nestled in the heart of a vibrant surf town in Guatemala! Beyond the comforts of air-conditioned rooms, a communal kitchen with fast Starlink internet, fresh towels, and hot showers, every Caracola guest has full access to Cocori Lodge—our sister property. Just a few steps away, Cocori boasts a 25-meter pool, an outdoor gym, a full-service restaurant and bar, and a path that leads straight to the shoreline.

Our comfy design rooms

Modern and comfortable hostel room, featuring four sturdy double beds and single beds, constructed from sleek concrete with privacy and comfort as primary objectives. Stay cool and refreshed with the convenience of air conditioning, providing the perfect escape from the tropical heat of Guatemala's fastest growing surf town. With the added luxury of an en-suite bathroom, complete with all the amenities you need for a comfortable stay, fresh towels, and basic toiletries our hostel room offers the perfect blend of convenience and comfort for travelers seeking a memorable experience.

Lily & Lotus

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Sleeps 4

Lily & Lotus

Four-bed single dorms with a private bathroom, A/C, privacy curtains, bedside outlets and lights, towel and linens.

  • A/C
  • Private bathroom
  • Privacy curtains
  • Towel & linens
Iris & Rosa

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Sleeps 6

Iris & Rosa

Six-bed double-bed dorms — same comfort kit with a private bathroom, a little more room to spread out.

  • Double beds
  • A/C
  • Private bathroom
  • Privacy curtains
Tulip · female only

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Sleeps 8

Tulip · female only

Eight-bed double-bed dorm, female only, with the full Caracola kit: A/C, private bathroom, curtains, outlets, towels.

  • Female only
  • Double beds
  • A/C
  • Private bathroom
  • Privacy curtains

Here, and next door

A kitchen, terrace, and plunge pool at Caracola. The long pool, gym, restaurant, and beach at Cocorí.

A/C dorms

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A/C dorms

Solid concrete bunks designed for comfort and privacy, with curtains, bedside outlets and lights, a private bathroom, and towels and linens included.

Kitchen & terrace

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Kitchen & terrace

A shared kitchen with A/C — cook without melting — and a connected terrace with a barbecue for a meal in the sun.

Living room & plunge pool

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Living room & plunge pool

An open-air living and dining room for a book or a quiet meal, plus a plunge pool with waterfall and jacuzzi blowers.

Full Cocorí access

Full Cocorí access

Every Caracola guest uses Cocorí’s 25-meter pool, outdoor gym, restaurant, bar, and the path to the shoreline. Same campus. Different volume.

How to get here

Shared and private shuttles run from Antigua, Guatemala City, Atitlán, El Paredón, Semuc Champey, and other hubs. Book your ride from anywhere to anywhere in the widget — you stay on this page, and the trip is attributed to Caracola Boutique Hostel.

Sleep here. Play at Cocorí.

Cocorí Lodge is the social surf hostel on the same property: restaurant, bar, long pool, and the beach. Book Cocorí if you want to wake up in the middle of it.

See Cocorí