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Hostal Guatefriend's - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with free breakfast, near La Aurora Zoo

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Basic Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom | Desk, laptop workspace, bed sheets
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Hostal Guatefriend's - Hostel is in Zona 13, offering local breakfast flavors to start your day. Enjoy morning sun on the terrace with coffee from the on-site cafe. Free WiFi and knowledgeable staff help guests explore Guatemala City to the fullest.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AED 126
AED 154 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Sep - 27 Sep

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Basic Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom | Desk, laptop workspace, bed sheets

Basic Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Clothes dryer
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
Laptop workspace
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Shared Dormitory | Desk, laptop workspace, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory

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Flat-screen TV
Clothes dryer
4 bathrooms
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
Laptop workspace
Wardrobe or closet
Desk
  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Basic Double Room Single Use, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom | Desk, laptop workspace, bed sheets

Basic Double Room Single Use, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Clothes dryer
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Laptop workspace
Desk
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Basic Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom | Desk, laptop workspace, bed sheets

Basic Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Clothes dryer
4 bathrooms
Electric kettle
Laptop workspace
Desk
Wardrobe or closet
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room, 2 Twin Beds, Private Bathroom | Desk, laptop workspace, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 2 Twin Beds, Private Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Clothes dryer
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Laptop workspace
Desk
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
16 Street 7-40 zone 13, Aurora I, Guatemala City

What's nearby

  • La Aurora Zoo - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Universidad del San Carlos de Guatemala - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • U.S. Embassy in Guatemala - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Mundo Petapa - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Oakland Mall - 6 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • La Aurora Intl. Airport (GUA) - 2 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Barreto Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Airport Lounge - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Pollo Campero - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Gallo Cerveza - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Tucan's Flight Apto La Aurora Guatemala - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Hostal Guatefriend's - Hostel

Hostel near La Aurora Zoo
Free breakfast (local cuisine), a free grocery shopping service, and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at Hostal Guatefriend's - Hostel. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a coffee shop/cafe and a playground.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, a front-desk safe, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage, outdoor furniture, and a water dispenser
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Hostal Guatefriend's - Hostel have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Children's dinnerware and children's books
  • Showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Games
  • Library
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's toys
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1995
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Dryer
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GTQ 60
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GTQ 60
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - midnight
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed: New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: GTQ 60 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GTQ 60 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
This property accepts credit cards
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

Hostal Guatefriend's Hostel Guatemala City
Hostal Guatefriend's Hostel
Hostal Guatefriend's Guatemala City
Hostal Guatefriend's - Hostel Guatemala City
Hostal Guatefriend's - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is Hostal Guatefriend's - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Hostal Guatefriend's - Hostel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hostal Guatefriend's - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in is available for a fee of GTQ 60 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hostal Guatefriend's - Hostel?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for GTQ 60 (subject to availability).

Where is Hostal Guatefriend's - Hostel located?

Located in Zona 13, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Natural History Museum and La Aurora Zoo. Museo Nacional de Historia Natural Jorge Ibarra and National Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Hostal Guatefriend's - Hostel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

7.6

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 153 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 48 out of 153 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 153 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 153 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 153 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jesus Edenilson

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and the receptionist was very kind.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Roxana

Bien
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay. 10 minute walk to airport. Quiet. Clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clementino

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karol

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean , service was excellent. 5 minutes from airport
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dwight A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Los empleados son excelente! :))
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clementino

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is good for me People nice, facilities clean, good information etc.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

PETER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good un any sense
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lavon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, friendly staff always willing to help out. Location is very convenient to the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Aquariuss

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful courtyard, great staff, good breakfast. Had a private room and bath-was a bit shabby but livable for a night.

10/10 Excellent

Lynda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very accommodating and helpful. Friendly staff and great location in proximity to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the first time I stayed at a hostel. It was clean, quiet, and the staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Muy buen servicio
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was communicative, kind, and helped me to get to and from the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

AJESHWAR

Nice and clean property
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

BARBARA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an incredibly tiny hole in the wall hostel. But it's clean, the tiny rooms have everything you need. And of course - it's walking distance to the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. Got picked up from the airport. They were kind to accommodate my early check-out time which was 3am due to flight. Very nice and homey place
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rocio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

latinboy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service and courtesy are excellent! I only wish they could have other options to pay for food beside just cash only… But nevertheless, everything else was good!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay one night, on way in or out of Guatemala. Friendly staff. Good breakfast. Hit water. Small room but adequate for a short stay.

10/10 Excellent

Eleazar

Liked: Amenities
La atencion personal muy buena
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

BRICEÑO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Los alrededores están sucios
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good deal
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super easy great staff. Came in late and left early. Quiet and safe as a woman traveling alone.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024