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La Iguana Perdida - Hostel

2.0 star property
Travelers gather around the lakeside firepit for evening stories at this peaceful retreat, where scuba diving adventures and sauna relaxation await

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La Iguana Perdida Hostel offers a peaceful lakeside escape with scuba diving, a sauna, stunning terrace views, and a cozy firepit gathering spot. Enjoy free WiFi, an on-site café, and multilingual staff for an enhanced experience.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is ฿936
฿1,142 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr

Room options

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Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Laptop workspace, bed sheets

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Free bottled water
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Basic Single Room, 1 Single Bed | Laptop workspace, bed sheets

Basic Single Room, 1 Single Bed

Highlights

Free bottled water
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Basic Suite, 1 Double Bed, Balcony | Laptop workspace, bed sheets

Basic Suite, 1 Double Bed, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Free bottled water
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Basic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds | Laptop workspace, bed sheets

Basic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Free bottled water
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Basic Cabin, Multiple Beds, Patio | Living area

Basic Cabin, Multiple Beds, Patio

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Patio | Laptop workspace, bed sheets

Deluxe Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Patio

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Deluxe Cabin, Multiple Beds, Patio | Laptop workspace, bed sheets

Deluxe Cabin, Multiple Beds, Patio

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Luxury Suite, Multiple Beds, Balcony, Lake View | Laptop workspace, bed sheets

Luxury Suite, Multiple Beds, Balcony, Lake View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • Lake view
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Balcony, Garden View | Laptop workspace, bed sheets

Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Balcony, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • Garden view
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Luxury Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View | Laptop workspace, bed sheets

Luxury Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Balcony | Laptop workspace, bed sheets

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Free bottled water
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Located in Santa Cruz La Laguna, La Iguana Perdida - Hostel is in the historical district and on the waterfront. Portal de los Dioses and Pascual Abaj are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Casa Cakchiquel Arts Center and La Voz Coffee Cooperative. La Calle de los Sombreros and Calle del Café are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as kayaking. Visit our Santa Cruz La Laguna travel guide
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Santa Cruz La Laguna, Sololá, Santa Cruz La Laguna

What's nearby

  • Lake Atitlan showing boating, a lake or waterhole and a sunset
    Lake Atitlán
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Panajachel Municipal Market which includes markets
    Panajachel Municipal Market
    43 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Church of Saint Francis which includes heritage elements and a church or cathedral
    Church of Saint Francis
    43 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Los Elementos Day Spa
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Casa Cakchiquel Arts Center
    42 min drive - 16.2 km

Getting around

  • Quetzaltenango (AAZ-Los Altos)
    112 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Restaurant
    19 min walk
  • The Little Spoon
    33 min drive
  • El Indigo Bistro
  • Cafe Sabor Cruceño
    7 min walk
  • Holy Tortillas
    1 min walk

About this property

La Iguana Perdida - Hostel

Hostel near Lake Atitlán
Consider a stay at La Iguana Perdida - Hostel and take advantage of a nightclub, a terrace and a firepit. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. Enjoy on-site activities, such as snorkelling and scuba diving. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a coffee shop/cafe and a garden.
Other perks include:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and a billiards/pool table
  • A TV in reception, a front desk safe and multilingual staff
  • Outdoor furniture, a water dispenser and concierge services
Room features
All guest rooms at La Iguana Perdida - Hostel feature comforts, such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Restaurant dining guides and guidebooks
  • Daily housekeeping and electrical adapters/chargers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 10 to 20 for adults and USD 10 to 20 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library
  • Nightclub
  • Sauna
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkelling
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Electrical adapters
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 20 for adults and USD 10 to 20 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 25.00 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 25 (one-way), (from 5 to 18 years old)

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

iguana Perdida Hotel Santa Cruz La Laguna
iguana Perdida Hotel
iguana Perdida Santa Cruz La Laguna
Iguana Perdida Hostel Santa Cruz La Laguna
La Iguana Perdida Hotel Guatemala/Lake Atitlan
Iguana Perdida Hostel
La iguana Perdida
La Iguana Perdida - Hostel Santa Cruz La Laguna
La Iguana Perdida - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is La Iguana Perdida - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at La Iguana Perdida - Hostel?

As of 11 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at La Iguana Perdida - Hostel on 6 Apr 2026 start from ฿936, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at La Iguana Perdida - Hostel?

La Iguana Perdida - Hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at La Iguana Perdida - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at La Iguana Perdida - Hostel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does La Iguana Perdida - Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 25.00 per person applies.

Where is La Iguana Perdida - Hostel located?

Situated on the waterfront, this hostel is steps away from Los Elementos Day Spa and Lake Atitlán. Tzantizotz Nature Reserve and San Jorge Lookout are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

La Iguana Perdida - Hostel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

8.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 100 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 100 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 100 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 100 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 100 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Regina Margarita

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, perfect view, very kind and helpful staff, good food, an overall very pleasant stay:)
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent vibe with really friendly staff. The travelers passing through were nice to know - altho briefly.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous room with a lakeside view! Fabulous staff, friendly and accommodating. Lovely food and the family dinner is a must. We met some fab people here, sad to leave
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful vibe from all staff members and great location and accomodations.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beatrice

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, nice food and drink options, loads of organized activities and best of all the VIEWS
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great, friendly, welcoming hostal.

A great, friendly, welcoming hostal. Fully recommended for individuals or families.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hector

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was really cute, super well decorated, everyone was welcoming, a bunch of different languages are spoken, food was great (we had tacos), rooms were really clean, overall great experience 10/10 would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

C

Great spot. Lots of fun
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Myra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great vibe in this hostel but had a private room that was awesome….large, king size bed, overlooking the lake, private patio with hammock, private bathroom. Quiz night was fun - we won - shot of tequila! Family style dinner was good, As were the a la carte breakfasts. Directly across from the lancha pier.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Autumn

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Overall the hotel is nice with beautiful plants and scenery. The beds are not very comfortable and the water is either really hot or cold. But for the price it is a nice place reasonable place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay of 1 night! We signed up for the dinner which was really good and fun. Almost everyone at the hotel attended the group dinner. There were animation, games and a quiz. Would definitely recommend to stay there if you are in Santa Cruz.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hostel is located right at the base of Santa Cruz which made it super easy to grab the lanchas. My friend and I stayed in a private suite which was really nice and cozy. The grounds of the hostel itself are stunning and so relaxing! They host family-style dinner's every night which was so wholesome and was a great way to meet new people. The only cons I will say is that there's only wifi in the common spaces, and wifi doesn't reach the rooms. Other than that, I loved my stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Berglind

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved my stay at the La Iguana

I had a beautiful stay at the La Iguana. I loved the room and the hammock on my balcony. I really liked the atmosphere there. The yoga classes and the sit down family dinner at seven. Great food and a very nice way to meet fellow traveler’s. The only negative thing I can say about my room is that the walls are paper thin and there were moments I felt that the guest next door very in my room chatting along!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandru

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
It is a great glamping property that any liberal hippie would love.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antoine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely cozy place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Joe Han

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Avoid at all costs. This place is run by drunk volunteers. I had food poisoning from their “community dinner” and entirely regret this stay. No one helpful at all.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really cool hostel with massages, sauna and other cool activities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erich

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was amazing. Great location and very helpful staff. We participated in the pool tournament and had a great time!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Fatou

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breathtaking view!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Priscilla

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
This was my first time staying at a hostel, so this review is from that perspective. I arrived around 8pm due to my flight, which I had communicated in advance. While the person who checked me in was friendly, the process felt disorganized and like they weren’t really prepared for my arrival. I also couldn’t get dinner because they only cook for guests who sign up by 3pm, which I didn’t know and couldn’t do while traveling. The hostel isn’t very service-oriented, and after talking with other guests, it seems this is largely because the staff are volunteers. A lot of basic information was vague or hard to get. I stayed in a private room, and it was clearly not cleaned prior to my arrival. The floors looked like they hadn’t been swept or mopped in a long time, and the sheets smelled like they hadn’t been changed between guests. I had to ask twice for them to be replaced. The bathrooms also didn’t seem to be cleaned daily, despite multiple people using them. Towels and mats were changed, but that was about it, no disinfectant or proper cleaning seemed to happen. There’s also no space to put toiletries while showering or getting ready. The mattress was very hard and felt old. The reusable cups by the water dispenser smelled bad and didn’t seem properly cleaned, which was off-putting. You might enjoy this place if you’re not too concerned about service or cleanliness. The one real highlight is the location. It’s beautiful, and the views are genuinely stunning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Neiki

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hostel is a great choice in Santa Cruz. It's right in front of the dock so no rolling your suitcase over rocky paths. It's also a 4 minute walk to the party hostel Free Cerveza if you want to get that energy and use their dock, and a 10 minute walk to nice kayaking, paddleboarding and swimming. I stayed in a Private the whole time. The first was Balto and the second was Toliman. Toliman was gorgeous and had a lake view - would be great for a couple. I think I preferred Balto because at night it was cozier and quieter. Family dinner is wonderful at this hostel and such a core part of the experience. I participated every night and loved it. The food was great and the company was amazing. There are also different activities each night and the Open Mic Night is a blast. People from all over the town come for it. The highlight was Sam who was our hiking guide for the sunrise hike. The hike itself was gorgeous; on top of that Sam was really an expert not just with knowledge of the area but also with ensuring our safety and enjoyment. It's technically a short and easyish hike but I have chronic pain and limitations. Sam ensured that I was doing okay, had me hike at the front of the pack to help control the pace, and even gave me cookies because the sugar helps your body. We also learned so many interesting things about the volcanos, the lake and the local Mayan culture.
View from inside the restaurant/reception/bar.
Chula! She and her brother Chapo are very chill.
Chula blocking the walkway to the bar.
View from the restaurant/reception.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Drew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Diving Lake Atitlán

Went for the scuba diving, amazing staff and a great dive experience. Dive instructor was awesome and very helpful, making the experience that much better. Everyone was friendly and the food was better than expected, with the communal dinners being quite good. Little noisy into the evening and at night but not bad enough that it's difficult to sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rohan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best Hostel

This hostel was great! While I don't stay in hostels much, this was the best I've experienced. The staff are great, the family dinners are a great way to meet people and there's always an event in the evening where people get to socialize. I stayed in a private room which was clean and spacious although had to share the bathrooms which was a bit more inconvenient given my room needed a ladder to access it. For me being a bit of an introvert and needing a push to make friends this was the best place for it. The staff and people were the best part of this place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023