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Vulcano Lodge
El Jaibalito
Guatemala
In Jaibalito, an oasis of spacious and beautiful grounds,
gracious and comfortable lodging, and great food...
About Us:
Well ...you're there!
Vulcano Lodge is about as far away as you can get and still enjoy the comforts of gracious lodging, the satisfaction of carefully prepared and presented gourmet meals, and the delight of lush gardens and vibrant birdlife set against Lake Atitlan and its towering volcanoes.
Your hosts Monica and Terje Maeland came from similar country -- the fjords of Norway -- fourteen years ago and were captivated by Guatemala and the dream of building a fine hotel in this exotic, beautiful and tranquil corner of the world. Vulcano Lodge (situated in the tiny, remote village of El Jaibalito and accessible only by boat or trek) is a perfect blend of European style and service in combination with unmatched natural beauty, privacy, and comfort.
Facilities & Services:
If getting there is half the fun, it follows that being there is the other half. We think that's the half you'll enjoy most when you are with us at Vulcano Lodge. Our small establishment (eight rooms and one suite) offers spacious lodging, expansive grounds, stunning vistas, and immediate access to all that Lake Atitlan has to offer. Our rooms are spotlessly clean, comfortable, graciously decorated, and secure. The food (three meals each day, if you wish) is superb and hygienically prepared using local, normally organic products. The staff provide excellent, friendly, informed service and the kitchen a varied and delicious menu.
Dinning at Vulcano Lodge is an experience you are sure to enjoy. Count on meals inspired by available, local meats, fish, fruits and vegetables. It is a feast for the eyes as well as the appetite.
Any number of tours and activities are available around the lake. We have worked out a series of hikes (of varying degrees of difficulty) that are particularly interesting. For example, there is a trail the Mayans of Jaibalito have used to go to the Solola market for centuries. Another from the village of San Jose Chacaya (sha-ka-ya), runs atop the crater rim then takes the hiker down the path seen in the photo below and to Vulcano Lodge.
The view is beyond belief!
Rates:
Room rates at Vulcano Lodge range from $ 37 USD per night including breakfast; groups should talk with us about opportunities for special programs with or with out guide and transportation service. Tours and hikes vary in price depending on where you want to go, how many people, etc. A variety of car, bicycle, motorcycle rental services are also available nearby; speak to us about your options. Most of our guests agree that a boat tour of the lake and surrounding villages is a don't-miss experience; we can arrange boat trips with our trusted partners for groups, couples or the lone traveler to see exactly as much or as little as wanted.
Of Special Note:
Vulcano Lodge comfortably accommodates groups of from four to twenty-four persons. Stay a week or longer and we'll provide you with a special rate. Would you like an all-inclusive option? Vulcano Lodge works with your group to accommodate special dietary requirements (e.g. vegan, food allergies) and plan menus that meet both the needs of your travelers and the budget of the group.
Dining at Vulcano Lodge is truly a gracious experience and you don't have to be a guest to enjoy it. We often host groups of travelers (hikers, day trippers, or guests of other hotels on the lake) for dinner and also provide a sumptuous breakfast and lunch -- packed to carry, if you wish.
In our view, a fine meal is a feast for the senses and that's why Vulcano Lodge has a selection of good wines, as well as beer, most typical liquors, and quality cigars. It really can't get too much better than this.
How to find us:
Vulcano Lodge is situated in the tiny, remote village of El Jaibalito. Because it's accessible only by boat or a moderately challenging footpath, getting here is somewhat of an adventure in itself, but basically simple.
First, get yourself to Panajachel and then, by "shark" boat from the Tzanjuyu dock, our town Jaibalito is only a twenty minute ride. Most visitors come on one of these boats and find it a fairly comfortable ride; be sure to confirm with the captain or a helper that your boat is going to Jaibalito. Many foot travelers take the lake-perimeter trail from Santa Cruz, an exciting forty-five minute hike along the cliff edge high over the lake with its volcanoes looming above. The view and the hike are spectacular, but probably should be avoided by those afraid of heights or unprepared for strenuous activity here in the mountains.
Once in Jaibalito, follow the signs to Vulcano Lodge. From our first sign overlooking the dock, you'll head uphill on the concrete walk three hundred yards and then turn to right when you see the second Vulcano Lodge sign. Keep going another fifty paces or so to just before the bridge and you've made it. Turn left into the hotel grounds. Work your way up the path through the coffee plants, banana trees and diverse and beautiful gardens. In a few minutes, you will escape the foliage and find yourself back in the welcoming arms of civilization -- as we know it at Vulcano Lodge.
Contact Vulcano Lodge
Vulcano Lodge
is a member of INGUAT (the
Guatemalan Travel Institute)
and the Tropical Travel Association
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Reservation Policy:
This reservation service is free, as the non-refundable 10% deposit is credited against the total value of your reservation. It is required in order to block your space and confirm your reservation with the balance of 90% due upon your arrival with us.
We may require additional payments to hold your particular reservation up to and including a full 100% prepayment depending upon the details of your reservation. You will be advised of these additional reservation payments (if any) before you are asked to make any confirmation deposit
Cancellation Policy:
After reservation, you are free to cancel for any reason and without penalty up to three days prior to schedule arrival. Any later cancellation or a no-show will cause a billing of one night's lodging per the terms of your confirmed reservation unless otherwise stated in your reservation confirmation.
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