Hostal The Friends

Panajachel · Guatemala

Hostal The Friends

HostelPunk Score
33% TINY SAMPLE
Low confidence 12 reviews
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Incentivized-review check pending 12 of 100 reviews analyzed

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Facilities

🍳 COOKER
Other facilities (12)
Bicycle Parking 24 Hour Reception Reception (Limited Hours) Internet Access Wi-Fi Linen Included Towels Included Hot Showers Free WiFi Free Internet Access Tea & Coffee Making Facilities Express Check-in / Out

Prices

Dorms $10 / night
Privates $17 / night

HW prices from 4 days ago

Worst reviews

Portugal MALE 25-30 Dec 31, 2024 2.0/10

They cancel our reservation my a personal email!!! Last minute! At NYE

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Netherlands FEMALE 18-24 Nov 15, 2024 2.0/10

We arrived at 18:00 after booking a room in a dorm for two nights. Upon arrival we were told they did not have room for us for two nights, as their accommodation is on both airbnb and hostelworld and they were doubly booked. Luckily we were able to stay there for one night at least, however this was a private room and thereby more expensive than the room we originally booked. The accommodation was fine, but the organization definitely needs some improvement as this was very inconvenient for us.

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England FEMALE 31-40 Jan 2, 2026 4.0/10

Turned uo at the property only to be told that they had cancelled my booking without informing me. From other reviews seems it isnt a one-off. Suggest staying somewhere else if you want to avoid the hassle of scrambling to find last minute accommodation in Pana.

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China FEMALE 31-40 Nov 15, 2025 6.0/10

Nice friendly people

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Mexico COUPLE 25-30 Apr 30, 2025 6.0/10

La habitación súper bien, todo muy limpio y cómodo pero el patio no es como el de las fotos con un pasto lindo, y la cocina estaba muy sucia La ubicación está bien, cerca del embarcadero pero solo es un lugar para dormir y ya

Translated to English

The room is super nice, everything is very clean and comfortable but the patio is not like the one in the photos with a nice lawn, and the kitchen was very dirty.

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Colombia MALE 31-40 Nov 11, 2024 8.0/10

Todo bien, cumple con su función a buen precio. Manolo muy amable.

Translated to English

Everything is fine, it fulfills its function at a good price.

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Canada MALE 31-40 Apr 26, 2026 10.0/10

Friendly hosts, super calm spot to sleep. Bed was comfy. No atmosphere, but that’s alright. Would book another night

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France FEMALE 18-24 Jan 9, 2026 10.0/10

Hostel très calme, bien placé, propre et confortable

Translated to English

Hostel very quiet, well located, clean and comfortable

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USA FEMALE 18-24 Dec 5, 2025 10.0/10

only stayed for one night but i loved my stay! i arrived super late & the owner waited up for me. this hostel felt super safe & welcoming, i felt right at home. property is clean & in a great location for food & other events. please don’t skip over this cute little place!

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Scotland MALE 25-30 Apr 5, 2025 10.0/10

Cheap and cheerful place to stay especially if passing through. Everyone is lovely but not a hugely social vibe - perfect for recovering / a chill night before your early shuttle

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Recent reviews

Canada MALE 31-40 Apr 26, 2026 Atm 60%

Friendly hosts, super calm spot to sleep. Bed was comfy. No atmosphere, but that’s alright. Would book another night

via Hostelworld
France FEMALE 18-24 Jan 9, 2026 Atm 100%

Hostel très calme, bien placé, propre et confortable

Translated to English

Hostel very quiet, well located, clean and comfortable

via Hostelworld
England FEMALE 31-40 Jan 2, 2026 Atm 20%

Turned uo at the property only to be told that they had cancelled my booking without informing me. From other reviews seems it isnt a one-off. Suggest staying somewhere else if you want to avoid the hassle of scrambling to find last minute accommodation in Pana.

via Hostelworld
USA FEMALE 18-24 Dec 5, 2025 Atm 100%

only stayed for one night but i loved my stay! i arrived super late & the owner waited up for me. this hostel felt super safe & welcoming, i felt right at home. property is clean & in a great location for food & other events. please don’t skip over this cute little place!

via Hostelworld
China FEMALE 31-40 Nov 15, 2025 Atm 60%

Nice friendly people

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Mexico COUPLE 25-30 Apr 30, 2025 Atm 60%

La habitación súper bien, todo muy limpio y cómodo pero el patio no es como el de las fotos con un pasto lindo, y la cocina estaba muy sucia La ubicación está bien, cerca del embarcadero pero solo es un lugar para dormir y ya

Translated to English

The room is super nice, everything is very clean and comfortable but the patio is not like the one in the photos with a nice lawn, and the kitchen was very dirty.

via Hostelworld
Scotland MALE 25-30 Apr 5, 2025 Atm 60%

Cheap and cheerful place to stay especially if passing through. Everyone is lovely but not a hugely social vibe - perfect for recovering / a chill night before your early shuttle

via Hostelworld
USA MALE 18-24 Jan 11, 2025 Atm 100%

Our stay at Hostal The Friends was an amazing stay to say the least. Manolo, the man who is in in charge of the hostel, was very kind and gave us a ride from the airport for a very good price. He was a sweet and delightful man who clearly cared about the people occupying his rooms. The location was also very convenient as it was quiet, but very close to everything in panajachel. Overall a very good experience and it allowed us to have the best time in panajachel.

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Portugal MALE 25-30 Dec 31, 2024 Atm 20%

They cancel our reservation my a personal email!!! Last minute! At NYE

via Hostelworld
Netherlands FEMALE 18-24 Nov 15, 2024 Atm 60%

We arrived at 18:00 after booking a room in a dorm for two nights. Upon arrival we were told they did not have room for us for two nights, as their accommodation is on both airbnb and hostelworld and they were doubly booked. Luckily we were able to stay there for one night at least, however this was a private room and thereby more expensive than the room we originally booked. The accommodation was fine, but the organization definitely needs some improvement as this was very inconvenient for us.

via Hostelworld
Colombia MALE 31-40 Nov 11, 2024 Atm 80%

Todo bien, cumple con su función a buen precio. Manolo muy amable.

Translated to English

Everything is fine, it fulfills its function at a good price.

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Mexico FEMALE 25-30 Jul 31, 2024 Atm 100%

La ubicación es cerca de la calle principal es en un callejón pero bastante seguro tiene cámaras por todas partes, el lugar muy seguro y tranquilo la señora Rosy muy amable y linda de comparte de sus alimentos. Lo único el papel es demasiado delgado de ahí en fuera todo excelente

Translated to English

The location is near the main street is in a alley but quite safe has cameras everywhere, the place is very safe and quiet the Mrs. Rosy very kind and cute sharing her food. the only thing the paper is too thin from there on out everything is excellent