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El Picnic Atitlan

3.0 star property
Adults-only lodge with free breakfast and a restaurant

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AED 588
AED 717 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr

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Memory foam bed
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Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Memory foam bed
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
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Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
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Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
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  • 45 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Highlights

Memory foam bed
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

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Lago de Atitlán, Santa Cruz la Laguna, Aldea Tzununa, Tzantixub, Santa Cruz La Laguna, Sololá, 07014

What's nearby

  • Lake Atitlán - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Cerro Tzankujil - 7 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Church of Saint Peter - 21 min drive - 12.5 km
  • San Pedro Volcano - 25 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Los Elementos Day Spa - 38 min drive - 20.2 km

Getting around

  • Quetzaltenango (AAZ-Los Altos) - 129 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee San Juan - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Circles - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Alegre Pub - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Sublime - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Moonfish Express - ‬7 min drive

About this property

El Picnic Atitlan

Lodge near Cerro Tzankujil
Located close to Atitlan Nature Reserve and San Pedro Volcano, El Picnic Atitlan provides free full breakfast, a terrace, and a firepit. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and an arcade/game room.
Additional perks include:
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at El Picnic Atitlan have amenities such as free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rainfall showers and shampoo

Languages

English, German, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Couples treatment rooms

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 9:00 PM and 4:00 AM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 7 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 16 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 16 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 9:00 PM and 4:00 AM
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 7 percent

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system

We should mention

Guests under 16 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property

Property is also known as

El Picnic Atitlan Lodge
El Picnic Atitlan Santa Cruz La Laguna
El Picnic Atitlan Lodge Santa Cruz La Laguna

Frequently asked questions

Is El Picnic Atitlan pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at El Picnic Atitlan?

This lodge doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at El Picnic Atitlan?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 9:00 PM–4:00 AM for a fee.

What time is check-out at El Picnic Atitlan?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does El Picnic Atitlan provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is El Picnic Atitlan located?

Situated on a river, this lodge is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Cerro Tzankujil and 10.4 mi (16.7 km) from San Pedro Volcano. Atitlan Nature Reserve and Toliman Volcano are also within 32 mi (52 km).

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El Picnic Atitlan Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gaby and Jochen were absolute stellar hosts who were always there to answer any questions we had. Their exquisite meals were served in an open air bar high up overlooking the lake and volcanos in the distance. We would not hesitate to recommend this unique property with its open air rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paige

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Incredible views, luxurious quarters, kind hosts
The view and room were gorgeous, the food was fresh, well-prepared and plentiful, and best of all Gaby and Jochen were so warm and inviting (but unobtrusive!) that our stay felt like a trip with old friends. Also, they make a mean rum old fashioned. We highly recommend Picnic for your Lake Atitlan stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josephine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
El Picnic is a magical, unique, once-in-a-lifetime stay! We booked the honeymoon suite (worth the extra!) and were pinching ourselves every day we woke up at the magnificent view and nature. The bed was super comfortable. Our hosts, Gaby and Johan were so friendly, helpful, and welcoming. Thank you for creating a little paradise!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you want to wake up to the most beautiful view of Lake Atitlan and connect with nature you have to stay at El Picnic. We had the most amazing two night stay there. The food and drinks were top notch - Johan is an excellent chef. We enjoyed having breakfast and dinner with Johan, Gaby and the other couples. We just happened to be there during a meteor shower too and we saw 10 shooting stars from our patio. It was perfect! The two resident dogs were sweet and greeted us every day. The walk to the boat doc is only about 10 minutes (or you can take a quick tuktuk) so you can easily explore the towns around the lake. I’m so thankful we found this hidden gem.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great for a weekend getaway!
Amazing view of the lake and volcanoes, delicious food at the restaurant and the hosts are awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Freya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay, a truly beautiful place
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rhys

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a true gem hidden in the jungle of Lake Atlitlan
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
El Picnic was absolutely incredible! Waking up to views of lake atitlan was a highlight of our trip. The service, food, and property were great. The town is not as great, it wasn’t a town at the top of my list to explore while in the area, but visiting El Picnic for a night was an unforgettable experience and definitely a highlight of our visit to the lake overall.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nery

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is an excellent place if you want to disconnect from the city, the landscapes are impressive
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexzander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unbelievable property. The views are breathtaking, the lodge is so unique and amazing and the staff and food are fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aditi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
LOVED our stay at this property!! The room was so unique and had absolutely stunning views of the lake. It was also furnished and decorated well. The dinner and breakfast were delicious and we had a good time chatting with the other guests and the owners. I wish we stayed longer than one night! Would highly recommend El Picnic to those visiting the lake - it’s an incredible experience.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful. The room/ tent was amazing. The food was delicious
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I just want to say that Joachel is so very pleasant, helpful and accommodating. The place is beautiful overlooking the beautiful lake. So amazing if you just want to relax and enjoy peace and quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Jorges was great really welcoming and friendly. He went out of his way to make sure we had everything we needed. Food was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dominik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best-ever glamping experience in this beautiful and very special place above Lake Atitlan. Gaby and Jochen were wonderful hosts, making us feel at home immediately and throughout our 3-nights stay. Breakfasts and dinners were delicious and accompanied by great conversations with our hosts and the other guests. Time passed much too quickly, as there is so much to see and explore on and around the lake.

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the views from our room, it’s always great to have then owners caring for the guests. Thanks for the experience. Danke Jurghen. Gracias Gladys.

10/10 Excellent

Mihai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It felt strange seeing all reviews are good. Once you get there, you realise that you’re in the best place on Atitlan. Hosts are attentive and will do everything to make your stay unforgettable. You and the other 3 guests will enjoy the views, the good food and the drinks. Now go ahead! Book and you will not be disappointed.

10/10 Excellent

lana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had an incredible time. The property is stunning, the owners made us feel like we were a part of their family. Gaby went above and beyond to make our stay enjoyable. She helped us organize every little detail from private boats and drivers to guides and gave us suggestions on what to do, see and how to plan our days. This place is truly a paradise with the nicest, kindest people. We had the most delicious breakfasts and dinners with breathtaking views every day! We can’t thank you enough and we would definitely come back one day.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jochen and Gaby took care of us amazingly well at El Picnic! The view is perfect. The service is incredible. Everyone was so friendly. The food was delicious. The dogs were awesome. Gaby made calls to set us up on tours and excursions. Jochen and Gaby even welcomed our friends who were staying nearby to eat with us and treated everyone like family. You will not be disappointed!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The best stay we had in Guatemala! Gaby and Jochen have designed the perfect hotel experience at El Picnic. The views from the VERY comfy bed are world class, food is amazing and plentiful, and the whole place invites you to fully relax. We loved having our own patio off the room to enjoy a bottle of wine and waking up to the sounds of nature each day- incredible! We went out to explore other towns around the lake a couple of times, but each time really just couldn't wait to get back to the peace of the hotel! Life is good at El Picnic and you'll walk away from your stay feeling like a part of the family. Thanks Gaby and Jochen for everything!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Just go.
Spectacular Glamping experience. Yes there are an ungodly amount of steps and you might encounter some tropical insects but it’s totally worth the effort. Terrific hosts and delicious meals. Only pay 10 q per person for tuk tuk from pier to hotel. Maybe a bit more if you have bags. Always establish price before you hop in.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aldo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay here! A truly magical setting perched up in the mountain overlooking Atitlan lake. With easy access to the water taxi so you can explore all of the surrounding towns, El Picnic is the perfect retreat for an incredible Lake Atitlan experience. Jochen, Gaby and George greeted us upon arrival making us feel right at home. They were extremely friendly and checked in throughout our stay to make sure we had everything we needed. Our room… AMAZING! Nothing compares to the open air and incredible views. The bed was extremely comfortable. The interior decor was stunning. The location of the room was extremely private making us feel like we had the entire lake to ourselves. The food was exceptional. Delicious with large portions. El Picnic is a must!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s important to understand where and what this excellent resort is. I loved the place and the hosts in particular. We were in slow season and they had time to chat with us over a drink at the bar. Gaby and Johan were fascinating people and a lot of fun. Also, Johan made us dinner that was the best I had in Guatemala! Anyway, the resort was fantastic and we’ll be back. Best views in the world of lake and volcanoes. To my initial point though; the village of Tzununa where it’s located is extremely remote and desperately poor. Certain travelers won’t like that, so I wanted to share how El Picnic is a high end, charming and unique resort surrounded by the opposite. We felt safe, but it did help that we were experienced travelers and could handle a non English speaking trip to get to El Picnic. (Resort spoke English of course). In summary, we absolutely loved this place but recognize it’s not for everyone. But if you want unique and wholesome, El Picnic is a must-visit.

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staying at Picnic is a very unique experience. It's glamping but it's serviced like a bed and breakfast. A big part of it are the incredible hosts,Gaby & Jochen. They are welcoming, personable, and their passion for their property is shown in the details. The breakfast and dinner that Jochen cooks up is fantastic and the menu is improvised on the daily (Jochen is also happy to take suggestions). Quite honestly, a dining experience at Picnic could sell itself; some of the best meals I had in my trip to Guatemala was at Picnic. The rooms and facilities are literally built on the mountain and you are surrounded by natural rock formations and foliage.While staying in the panoramic room, I felt very much like a king of the jungle would if they had electricity. The view of the lake is unmatched and the open air nature of the rooms lends to a serene and freeing experience that is hard to find elsewhere. While I loved every moment on the property, I can also acknowledge that it's not for everyone. The rooms are built on a mountain so that means you need to hike up and down to your room and around the property. This place would not be recommended for those with limited mobility. I also wouldn't recommend to those who can't stand the sight of bugs/wildlife. The rooms are open air and despite thorough cleaning by the staff, there will ultimately be critters around the room. If those nuances don't bother you, I'd highly recommend Picnic to anybody as a base for the lake. 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023