Why Not Hotel

Property class: 3

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Close to Central Park and Antigua Guatemala Cathedral, Why Not Hotel has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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A bedroom with a bed, a headboard, a wall-mounted light fixture, and three wall-mounted hats.

Basic Single Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A room with a bed, two chairs, a small table, a window, and three wall-mounted baskets.

Standard Double Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A bunk bed with a ladder, a chair, and three baskets on the wall.

Economy Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a small kitchenette, and a door leading to another room.

Family Quadruple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A bar area with a glass-top table and orange stools, a kitchen with modern appliances, and a green door.

Business Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Historic Center, a neighborhood in Antigua Guatemala, is home to Why Not Hotel. Santa Catalina Arch is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Central Park and Acatenango. House of the Giants and La Azotea Cultural Center are also worth visiting. Visit our Antigua Guatemala travel guide
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1 6a Avenida Norte, Antigua Guatemala, Sacatepéquez

What's nearby

  • A historic building with yellow and white architecture, featuring multiple arches and columns, situated on a cobblestone street.
    Central Park
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • An ancient architectural structure with arched ceilings and columns.
    Antigua Guatemala Cathedral
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A historic yellow archway leading to a clock tower, surrounded by old buildings.
    Santa Catalina Arch
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Santa Clara Convent
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Las Capuchinas Convent
    8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • La Aurora Intl. Airport (GUA)
    73 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cafe Condesa
    3 min walk
  • Ta'Cool Taco Shop
    1 min walk
  • Madre Tierra Grill
    1 min walk
  • Casa Escobar
    1 min walk
  • Charleston
    1 min walk

About this property

Why Not Hotel

  • Hotel near Central Park
  • Close to Antigua Guatemala Cathedral and Santa Catalina Arch, Why Not Hotel has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks include:
    • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff
    • A water dispenser and luggage storage
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Why Not Hotel have amenities such as free WiFi.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Why Not Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Why Not Hotel?

As of Nov 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Why Not Hotel on Nov 25, 2026 start from CA $52, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Why Not Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Why Not Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Why Not Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 6:30 AM–11:00 PM on request. A fee of USD 37 per person applies.

Where is Why Not Hotel located?

Located in Historic Center, this hotel is steps from Centro de Formación de la Cooperación Española and Central Park. Antigua Guatemala Cathedral and Santa Catalina Arch are also within 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Why Not Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 108 out of 190 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 190 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 190 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 190 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 190 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The service is excelent and the location is incredible. The pillows and mattress aren’t comfortable tho.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fully functional kitchen, spacious rooms, lots of options in room size and capacity.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was very clean.The staff was very helpful .The hotel is close to very good restaurantd.The proximity to the park is very close
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location !
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Los of good restaurants nearby and a shop to buy water and snacks next door. Very good central location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed how safe the property was and the location was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A basic hotel that’s in very good location within the historic town. Will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is in a good location. It's a hostel with shared dormitories, but it also has private rooms and private toilet/shower if you choose.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff and very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay here! Very friendly & helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Is in a great location walking distance to everything restaurant and entertainment around.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I like that it was in a convenient location close to every major landmark and for the price it was worth it. Staff very friendly and efficient. Overall I would definitely stay here next time I visit Antigua.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only good thing about this hotel is the location.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booked the private room. Nice and cozy, staff super helpful, great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute hostel, I loved the bright colours and the friendly staff. Very close to the downtown area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
clean and spacious room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is great, very helpful!! Would definitely come back
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff are lovely
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooftop view. Friendly staff. They even let me keep my suitcases there a few extra days.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities
Simple and centrally located. Friendly staff. Clean facilities, what else can you ask for
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location and staff are absolutely amazing. So nice. The accomodations are basic but everything is extremely clean and well maintained. The place has cool character and is surrounded by an endless amount of super cool restaurants, bars, and shopping. Directly in the center of the town.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean, pretty
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's very close to fast food restraunts as well as local eateries. Supermarket is also within walking distance.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

good

I had an awkward gap in my schedule before heading to Mexico, so I booked a budget accommodation—but it exceeded my expectations. The staff was very friendly, and the place was clean with just the right temperature and humidity.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025