Guatemala is filled with charming boutique hotels, beautiful eco-resorts tucked into the mountainsides, and cozy bed and breakfasts. If hiking Chicabal Volcano and Chicabal Lake is on your bucket list, Jenna’s River Bed and Breakfast offers spacious yurts with stunning views of Chicabal Volcano and tasty included breakfasts. It’s in Solola, and rates start around $97 a night.
Alternatively, if it’s your first time visiting Guatemala, Antigua is an excellent city to stay in since it’s close to three volcanoes (Fuego, Agua, and Acatenango). The historic town has several boutique hotels in the shadow of said volcanoes, including Camino Real Antigua (with an outdoor pool and super-cool stone bar room) or Meson Panza Verde, with rich and warm decor elements (and complimentary breakfast). Real Antigua starts around $139 a night, while Meson Panza is a bit more affordable, with base rates around $90.
If you’d prefer something more adventurous, check out the four-day Antigua to Lake Atitlán trek from Trek Guatemala. You’ll carry only a day pack while the porters carry the rest, the incredible guides will show you gorgeous places along the route, and you’ll sleep in comfortable safari-style tents each evening.