[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Comfortable 4-Bdrm Villa,Gated,Beach,Pool,A/C, Billiard/Ping Pong, Warm Weather! Waterfront vacation home with private pool and kitchen ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35190000/35185300/35185241/335c0a38.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35190000/35185300/35185241/23fa88a2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35190000/35185300/35185241/0d41806f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35190000/35185300/35185241/e3b70772.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35190000/35185300/35185241/c8f68363.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location At the heart of San Marino Condominium, this comfortable Villa offers a warm and inviting retreat with private beach access. Unwind in the spacious living room, equipped with a flat TV and cable or spend time outdoors under the ranch's shaded exterior furniture while enjoying views of a serene water canal. The private pool beckons for relaxation anytime, accompanied by patio beds and hammocks for sunbathing or lounging. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 132153 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Parking available - Breakfast available - Pet-friendly - Pool ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Comfortable 4-Bdrm Villa,Gated,Beach,Pool,A/C, Billiard/Ping Pong, Warm Weather! The location of the Villa is in San Marino Condominium with gate control 24/7. It has private beach access. Enjoy nice warm weather in the sunny Pacific Coast of Guatemala in this comfortable Villa that have 4 bedrooms with private bathroom (showers) and A/C in each room. Two bedrooms are in the first level, and each has a full bed plus a bunk bed. The other two bedrooms are in the second level, having one with a twin bed and bunk bed. The other one is the master bedroom with a king size bed and a flat tv. Bed linens and towels are included, maximum capacity for 13 persons. There is a living room inside the house with a flat tv with cable. A fully equipped kitchen with all the utensils needed. There is a cleaning lady that can assist you with serving , washing dishes, cleaning, and with basic cooking and serving you for a daily fee of Q150 ($20), from 7 am to 6 pm. If you are willing to have her during your stay, please let me know so she gets prepared; you pay the fee to her. Enjoy being outside under the ranch that has exterior furniture for dining, living, bar set, and gas grilling. The view from the ranch is a water canal. Have a great time in the private pool anytime of the day. To just lay down under the sun or the shadow of an umbrella there are couple of patio beds and hammocks. Have fun playing in your own pool table or ping pong in a room that has a A/C. The Villa is in a private, gated condominium with 24/7 security guards. You can walk to the private beach (around 0.6 mile) inside the condominium and you will get to the Pacific Coast shore. The sand is black because of the volcanic history of this area, but it is nice, granulated sand to walk or play with. There are a series of small individual ranches, for you and your party, to have a shade while being there. The sea has waves to practice body surfing if you like; you might be swimming with surfers. If you like deep sea fishing or just be in a motor boat on the sea, you can hire a half or full day tour to do this. Going out from a nearby marina, there a several options where they provide you with everything including a captain! Another close place to visit (20 miles) is Monterrico, where you can find restaurants, bars and places to hang out and meet other visitors; look for baby sea turtles release to the ocean, a magnificient event with the kids to share. If you spend several days in this Villa, you can do day trips to nice places like Antigua (53 miles), a beautiful colonial town, full of historic spanish monuments, museums, churches, great gastronomy, coffee, and bars. This unique city lies on the base of the Agua Volcano and is close to Fuego (active!) and Acatenango volcano. Another day trip could be visiting Guatemala City (65 miles) and do a city tour. On your way to the city you will pass by Pacaya Volcano (55 miles) which is active and you can hike it up in an hour, which is a great lifetime experience: you will see melted lava! Another day trip could be visiting Lake Atitlan (85 miles), considering one of the most beautiful lakes in the world, and it is true. The lake is surrounded by three volcanoes, small villages with ethnic people that are mayan descendents and have their own characteristics in clothing, food and folkloric traditions, very nice to see. Visiting Guatemala is an awesome experience and using this nice Villa as your home base and always come back to your pool and warm weather, is a great choice! Keywords: warm weather, beach, private, gate, Black Sand Beach Access, secure, gated, condominium, private pool, ranch, hammocks, ping pong table, billiard table, Cable TV, A/C in rooms, fully equipped, Service lady and Cook available, well located, travel day trips inside Guatemala. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Massage - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Breakfast available for a fee - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Gas grill - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Safe ### Location highlights - Near the marina - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Billiards/pool table - Table tennis - Basketball nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Motor boating nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Unit size: 2,153 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78540000/78536400/78536306/d353ab31.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful beach house 1, by the sea, with private pool. Taxisco - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 1 review CA $320 CA $429 total includes taxes & fees Oct 6 - Oct 7 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=78536306&PinnedHotelID=78536306&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107230000/107229700/107229660/1e6c21d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tropical Exclusive Getaway ! Full A-C Pool Jacuzzy Private Beach Relax & Unwind Puerto Quetzal - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Pet-friendly CA $277 CA $382 total includes taxes & fees Oct 6 - Oct 7 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=107229660&PinnedHotelID=107229660&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103070000/103068800/103068791/c88492fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lovely house for dream nights next to lagoon and near the sea Puerto San José - Pool - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning CA $355 CA $488 total includes taxes & fees Oct 6 - Oct 7 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=103068791&PinnedHotelID=103068791&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78350000/78343100/78343083/d896fecf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful beachfront house with private pool Iztapa - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 1 review CA $456 CA $582 total includes taxes & fees Oct 6 - Oct 7 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=78343083&PinnedHotelID=78343083&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102970000/102966400/102966368/8f283d05.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Casa Emilia- Casa privada en Iztapa, Guatemala. Escuintla, Iztapa - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Free WiFi CA $487 CA $554 total includes taxes & fees Oct 6 - Oct 7 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=102966368&PinnedHotelID=102966368&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101510000/101509300/101509223/2770ef2c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Chalet san Marino Playa Privada y Cancha Boliball Puerto Quetzal - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer CA $473 CA $775 total includes taxes & fees Oct 6 - Oct 7 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=101509223&PinnedHotelID=101509223&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99800000/99791600/99791540/3d778c1e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Casa Don Willo Iztapa - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Air conditioning 8.0 Very good 1 review CA $583 CA $662 total includes taxes & fees Oct 6 - Oct 7 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=99791540&PinnedHotelID=99791540&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115830000/115823900/115823874/33c9a95e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Casa Davika with private pool for 12 guests Puerto San José - Pool - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=115823874&PinnedHotelID=115823874&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90060000/90055300/90055225/9758dfe3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### House on the high seas with access to the beach Puerto San José - Pool - Hot tub - Dryer - Air conditioning CA $461 CA $523 total includes taxes & fees Oct 6 - Oct 7 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=90055225&PinnedHotelID=90055225&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102560000/102553400/102553340/986e5a4f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy house in the nature close to the beach Puerto Quetzal - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=102553340&PinnedHotelID=102553340&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 12:00 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 25 ### Check-out Check-out before 3:00 PM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Long-term renters welcome Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ## About the area Located in Puerto San Jose, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Puerto San Jose Beach and Chiquimulilla Canal reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Aquamagic and Sea Museum. Motor boating, surfing/body boarding, and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby. [Visit our Puerto Quetzal travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Quetzal.dx6024033) [View more Vacation homes in Puerto Quetzal](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Quetzal-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6024033-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=13.93112,-90.76732&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:sx%60tAv%7E%7EhP%40Q%3FM%3FQ%40M%3FQ%40M%40Q%40M%40Q%40MBQ%40MBQBMBOBOBMDQBMDOBMDMDODOFMDMFODMFKFOFMFMFMFKHMFMHKHMHKHKHKHKHKJKHIJMHIJIJKJIJIJIJILIJGLIJILGLGJGLGLGLGLGLELGLENELELCNELCNELENALENANCLCNANCLANANANANAN%3FL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%40N%40N%40N%40L%40NBN%40NBLBN%40LDN%40LDNDLBNDLBLDNDLDLFLDLFLFLFLFLFJFLFJHLHJFLHJHJHJHJHJJJHHHJLHHJJHJHJHJHJHJHLHJFLHLFJFLFLFLFNFJFLDNDLFLDNDNDLBLDNDLBPBLBNBNBLBP%40LBP%40L%40P%40L%40P%40L%3FP%40L%3FP%40L%3FP%3FNAN%3FNAN%3FNANANANANANCNANCNCNCNCLCNCNENENCLELENELGNELELGLGLGNGLGJGLGJILGLIJILIJIJIJILIJKJIHKJIJKHKHKJKHKHKHMFKHMHKFMHKFMFMFMFMFMDMDMFMDODMDMDODMBODMBOBMBOBMBOBO%40OBM%3FOBO%40O%3FO%40M%3FO%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FMAO%3FOAO%3FOAOCM%3FOCOAMCOCOCMCOCMCOEMCOEMEMEOEMEMGMEMEMGMGMGKGMGMIKGMIKIMGKIKIKIKKKIKIIKKKIIKKIKIMIKIKIKIMIKGMIMGKGMGKGMGOGMEMGMEMGOEMEOEMCMEOCOEOCOCMCOCOCOAOCOAOAOAOAOAO%3FOAO%3FO%3FOAO&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=CK4qY_-k9hsg7UUbAjQFCITV0Ns=) Puerta de Hierro, Not Applicable ### What's nearby - Puerto San Jose Beach - 10 min drive - 8.5 km - Aquamagic - 10 min drive - 8.5 km - Chiquimulilla Canal - 13 min drive - 9.5 km - Estación Biológica el Banco - 43 min drive - 35.2 km - Monterrico Beach - 48 min drive - 40.0 km ### Getting around - La Aurora Intl. Airport (GUA) - 115 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Papillon - ‬9 min drive - ‪Havana - ‬8 min drive - ‪Restaurante Pez Vela - ‬7 min drive - ‪Nautilus - ‬10 min drive - ‪Gallo Evolution Party - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Comfortable 4-Bdrm Villa,Gated,Beach,Pool,A/C, Billiard/Ping Pong, Warm Weather! have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. ### Is Comfortable 4-Bdrm Villa,Gated,Beach,Pool,A/C, Billiard/Ping Pong, Warm Weather! pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Comfortable 4-Bdrm Villa,Gated,Beach,Pool,A/C, Billiard/Ping Pong, Warm Weather!? > Check-in begins at 12:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Comfortable 4-Bdrm Villa,Gated,Beach,Pool,A/C, Billiard/Ping Pong, Warm Weather!? > Check-out is at 3:00 PM. ### Where is Comfortable 4-Bdrm Villa,Gated,Beach,Pool,A/C, Billiard/Ping Pong, Warm Weather! located? > Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Chiquimulilla Canal, Aquamagic, and Puerto San Jose Beach. Sea Museum and Estación Biológica el Banco are also within 20 mi (32 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Comfortable 4-Bdrm Villa,Gated,Beach,Pool,A/C, Billiard/Ping Pong, Warm Weather! Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.2 Location 10 - Excellent 14 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda G. Jan 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Friendly Getaway A perfect getaway - lovely pool, super clean, just a great place for my gamily and friends to meetup and have as home base while we explored the area. I would highly recommend getting the housekeeper - she’s amazing! Would love to stay again! ##### Amanda G. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Clemencia C. May 7, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful place to relax and enjoy your family. Great and calm place to relax and enjoy your family. ##### Clemencia C. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Johanna R. Jun 2, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place for family vacation The place and location where perfect for a family vacation and the help of Israel and Viki I truly recommend. ##### Johanna R. Stayed 3 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### angel r. Mar 5, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very happy El Lugar esta Bien mantenido privado exelente e Israel es El mejor es El q cuida la propiedad conoce today El area y nos llevo al restaurante de su hermana un Lugar hermoso y la comida y atencion fuera de liga les recomiendo El Lugar no se van a arrepentir ##### angel r. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angel M., Houston Sep 21, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great private gateway The property is in a private neighborhood, was well kept, and the staff was very helpful and friendly. The cleaning lady, Victoria provided exceptional service. Highly recommended for a quite and private stay away from the bustling and crowded hotels or resorts. ##### Angel M. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Melvin G. Mar 5, 2024 Disliked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### misrepresented property When the reservation was made the property represented that it had air conditioning throughout, including the kitchen and living room. Upon arrival we discovered this was false. We notified the owner, and he offered a partial refund. He said it would not be possible to provide the air conditioning that was represented in his listing. We did not stay at the property, as without the promised air conditioning, it was not inhabitable. We informed the owner that we could not stay without air conditioning. We never would have reserved a property in an area with high temperatures, that was not fully air conditioned. Due to the misrepresentation we left the property. VRBO honored their guarantee, and we were given a full refund. ##### Melvin G. Stayed 35 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Martin C. Sep 17, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### San Marino As advertised. Really enjoyed it, thank you! ##### Martin C. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Virna V. Sep 6, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beach paradise Beautiful property. Pool was the highlight. Perfect after a day at the beach. Great space and cool rooms each with their own bathroom! ##### Virna V. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie D. May 14, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Family Time We had a great time too n this amazing house Created great memories with my family and will recommend this location to my friends ##### Julie D. Stayed 2 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Giselle I. Apr 27, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice stay We enjoyed being in the pool the most. ##### Giselle I. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Abby P. Mar 6, 2019 #### We have no complaints and can’t wait to come back! We enjoyed this house and property so much! ##### Abby P. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deana A. Feb 16, 2019 #### Amazing place; wanted to stay longer! Warm! Everything is as they say and better. We rented a car and went to Monterrico to see and participate in the baby sea turtles release to the ocean ; went deep sea fishing and Antigua, which is a beautiful colonial town. Wished had more time to go to active Volcán Pacaya. Enjoyed the house, prívate beach and seafood that we bought from a guy that came to the house! Very recommended! ##### Deana A. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ronald B., Fremont, CA Jan 21, 2016 #### Didn't Want to Leave This is the place to be if you're planning a trip to the Pacific Coast of Guatemala. Puerto Quetzal is about 10 miles from Puerto San Jose. We had everything we needed. The home is completely furnished. It has a great kitchen with an electric stove and oven. This was perfect for us as we did all of our cooking. Each bedroom has air conditioning, toilet, sink and shower. The beds are very comfortable. We spent most of our time at the pools. Our grandson who is 6 years old loved the smaller pool. Our nephews and nieces loved the larger pool on these hot Guatemala days. We drove to the beach each day which is a very short drive. Beautiful. We ate all our meals in the outdoor dining area. The outdoor living furniture is the best. The game room included a pool table and ping pong table. We all enjoyed this area. The grounds keeper and the housekeeper are the best! They both have much information on the area. Very delightful people. Oscar, the owner is wonderful. I will return to this property on my next stay in Guatemala and for a longer time. Please be sure to read the other reviews. ##### Ronald B. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Aug 11, 2014 #### Great house I have rented this property numerous times over the last 2 1/2 years. It is a beautiful house well maintained with furnishing that include a pool table ping-pong table and outdoor furniture for relaxing poolside and just a short walk to a private beach This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bryan R., Toronto Aug 2, 2012 #### Fantastic doesn't begin to describe it!!! San Marino was everything we expected and more! The villa is as it appears in the photos (actually seems larger with all the rooms) and is well-maintained by the staff -- Israel (who looks after the exterior grounds and cleans the pool each morning) and Bernarda (house-keeper and cook extraordinaire). We purchased our groceries at La Torre in Puerto San Jose (a 5 minute drive up the road) and Bernarda prepared breakfast, lunch, and dinner for us each day. She picked up fresh limes as she walked to work each morning and made limonada with them for us -- it was the best I've ever had! Bottled water is provided by the owner. The pool is lovely and the waterfalls are not only relaxing but also drown out any noise from the nearby road the villa backs onto. Each room has its own 3-piece washroom, A/C unit, and ceiling fan. The house is very secure with guards posted throughout the community. The black sand beach is a 15 minute walk away inside the gated community with good waves for body surfing (or in my case, giving the kids on the beach a laugh). We found that there were mosquitoes as we lounged around the pool, but applying a little bug spray solved the problem. Oscar is a terrific host. He's very knowledgeable and was always available to answer our questions regarding the area or anything Guatemala-related. Knowing he was an email, text, or phone call away was reassuring as we navigated the area. A car is a must if you're staying here. San Marino (near Puerto Quetzal) isn't near anything -- you'll need it to travel from the airport, get groceries, and see the sites. There is a Pollo Campero Express and Domino's nearby, but that's about it. The gas station across the road has a small convenience store with drinks, alcohol and ice cream. Johnny's Place in Monterrico is worth the drive -- great food and they had the best Quetzales / USD exchange we found. Definitely hit Pacaya in the morning (ask for David among the local guides -- speaks English pretty well) and then head up the road to Amatitlan to the Santa Teresita Spa to soothe those muscles in the Thermal Circuit. Antigua is another great day trip. If you're using Google Maps, please watch your route -- it likes to send you on nameless dirt roads! Also make sure you have some Quetzales for road tolls. In short, we'll definitely be back -- be it here or at Oscar's other rental property in Antigua. It's a beautiful property with a fabulous staff who do their best to make your stay a pleasant one. ##### Bryan R. ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Honeymoon Resorts and Hotels in Maui](https://www.expedia.ca/Maui-Hotels-Honeymoon-Hotels.0-0-d180073-tHoneymoonHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels with an Indoor Pool in Downtown Vancouver](https://www.expedia.ca/Downtown-Vancouver-Vancouver-Hotels-Hotels-With-Indoor-Pool.0-n6058432-0-tHotelswithIndoorPool.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Kelowna](https://www.expedia.ca/Kelowna-Hotels.d3997.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels with Kitchenettes in Paris](https://www.expedia.ca/Paris-Hotels-Hotels-With-Kitchenettes.0-0-d179898-tHotelswithKitchenettes.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels with Free Airport Shuttle in Dominican Republic](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Dominican-Republic-Hotels-With-Free-Airport-Shuttle.0-0-d50-tHotelswithFreeAirportShuttle.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Hotel Birks Montreal](https://www.expedia.ca/Montreal-Hotels-Hotel-Birks-Montreal.h23002973.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Selfoss](https://www.expedia.ca/Selfoss-Hotels-Hotel-Selfoss.h10172166.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Elgin Street](https://www.expedia.ca/Elgin-Street-Hotels.0-l6250745-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Pet-friendly Hotels in Medicine Hat](https://www.expedia.ca/Medicine-Hat-Hotels-Pet-Friendly-Hotel.0-0-d4118-tPetfriendlyHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Toronto](https://www.expedia.ca/Toronto-Hotels.d178314.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Georgetown](https://www.expedia.ca/Georgetown-Toronto-Hotels.0-n181876-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [The Time New York, part of JdV by Hyatt](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-The-Time-New-York.h8354.Hotel-Information) > > [Lyfe Resort & Residences](https://www.expedia.ca/Miami-Hotels-Hyde-Resort-Residences.h16617262.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Mount Rushmore National Memorial](https://www.expedia.ca/Mount-Rushmore-National-Memorial-Hotels.0-l6059492-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Nassau (NAS) to Freeport (FPO)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/nas/fpo/nassau-to-freeport) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Chek Lap Kok (HKG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/hkg/toronto-to-hong-kong) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to London (YXU)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/yxu/toronto-to-london) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Berlin (BER)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/ber/calgary-to-berlin) > > [Flights from Goffs (YHZ) to Santo Domingo (SDQ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yhz/sdq/halifax-to-santo-domingo) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Norfolk (ORF)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/orf/vancouver-to-norfolk) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Manila (MNL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/mnl/toronto-to-manila) > > [Flights from Yarmouth](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/6128900/flights-from-yarmouth) > > [Flights from Santa María Huatulco (HUX) to San Pedro Mixtepec (PXM)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/hux/pxm/huatulco-to-puerto-escondido) > > [Flights from Castlegar (YCG) to Comox (YQQ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ycg/yqq/castlegar-to-comox) ### Cars > [Car rentals in Vancouver](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Vancouver-Intl.d5396057.Car-Rental-Guide) ### Packages > [Anne Frank House](https://www.expedia.ca/Anne-Frank-House-Amsterdam-City-Centre.d6034409.Vacation-Attraction) > > [Hopewell Rocks](https://www.expedia.ca/Hopewell-Rocks-Hopewell-Cape.d6281545.Vacation-Attraction) > > [Dominican Republic](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/all-inclusive-vacations/50/Dominican-Republic) > > [Botanical Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Botanical-Beach-Juan-de-Fuca-Electoral-Area.d553248635074782558.Vacation-Attraction) ### General > [Visit Phoenix](https://www.expedia.ca/Phoenix.dx178298)