El Carmen Hotel, Antigua
Overview
Standing around 5 minutes' stroll from Central Park, the comfortable 3-star El Carmen Hotel Antigua enjoys a central location in the very heart of Antigua. Located within 900 feet of the Iglesia y Convento de las Capuchinas and 1.5 miles from the didactive Coffee La Azotea Cultural Center Museum, the hotel features spa therapy, a shared lounge, and various recreational opportunities.
Location
The family-managed hotel is located in a prime touristic area of Antigua, in proximity to Cerro de La Cruz. Sights about 10 minutes' walk from the El Carmen Antigua include Palace of the Captain Generals.
Guests will also appreciate the vicinity to Plaza a la Paz, located merely 0.6 miles away. The accommodation stands within reach of the 18th - century La Merced Church, popular with pilgrims and tourists alike.
El Carmen Hotel is also situated a mere 5 minutes by foot from Shuttle hobbitenango bus stop.
Rooms
Staying at the Antigua hotel, you may choose from one of the 22 rooms featuring a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and cable channels, as well as essentials such as air conditioning. Make sure to use bath sheets and towels offered in the private bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet. The El Carmen offers rooms which overlook the mountains.
Eat & Drink
El Carmen is an in-house American restaurant, serving Latin American dishes. Guests can enjoy the terrace bar on premises. It also features a lounge area and a terrace for guests' comfort.
Leisure & Business
This property also features wedding services.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- Security
- Baggage storage
- Currency exchange
- Hairdresser
- Coffee shop
- Vending machines
- Fire extinguishers
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cribs
Spa & Leisure
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Spa & wellness center
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Waxing
- Body scrub
- Facial
- Treatment room
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Make up services
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Recommended for:
Antigua Chocolate Workshop
Take a hands-on chocolate-making class at ChocoMuseo, learning to grind cacao beans and create traditional Mayan chocolate drinks.
Capuchinas Ruins Tour
Explore the well-preserved 18th-century Convent of Capuchinas, featuring unique circular cloisters and underground catacombs.
Mercado Central Visit
Navigate Antigua's bustling central market to observe local produce, textiles, and crafts alongside Guatemalan vendors and artisans.
Pacaya Volcano Hike
Ascend active Pacaya Volcano with a guide to witness steaming lava fields and roast marshmallows over volcanic heat vents.
Location
Convenient Location
The hotel is near Convento Santa Clara, Palacio de los Capitanes Generales, and Plaza Central Park.
Historic Neighborhood
The historic district features colonial architecture and cultural sites such as La Merced Church and Catedral de San Jose.
Local Dining Options
Hector's Bistro, Café Condesa, and Fridas serve European, healthy, and Mexican dishes in the area.
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants