Free Cerveza

Santa Cruz la Laguna · Guatemala

Free Cerveza

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72% NOT TOO BAD
High confidence 707 reviews
Best in Santa Cruz la Laguna

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Facilities

🍺 Bar 🍳 Breakfast
Other facilities (22)
Airport Transfers Tours/Travel Desk Shuttle Bus Reception (Limited Hours) Internet Access Book Exchange Board Games Pool Table Wi-Fi Table Tennis Smart TV Restaurant Filtered Water Dispenser Linen Included Charging Plugs Towels For Hire Security Lockers Common Room Hot Showers Free WiFi Free Luggage Storage Panoramic Views

Prices

Dorms $23 / night
Privates $87 / night

HW prices from today

Recent reviews

Canada MIXEDGROUP 18-24 Apr 24, 2026 Atm 20%

I’m not one to leave bad reviews, but my experience at Free Cervesa was far from great. DO NOT DRINK AT THE FILTERED WATER STATION! Ten of us got sick at the same time. The only thing we had taken in common was the water. It was 10:15pm and we were asking for bottled water, the only answer we got was; wait until 8am tomorrow. Some workers were also mocking and making vomitting noises. I’ve never been witness to such a big lack of empathy. I booked at another place for the rest of my ...

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USA MALE 18-24 Apr 9, 2026 Atm 100%

Had the best time at this hostel! Vibe was made by the volunteers - shout out to Seb and Molly. Thanks for an amazing stay

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USA FEMALE 25-30 Apr 9, 2026 Atm 100%

Really an amazing hostel. It’s so much fun and so relaxing that during the day we didn’t even want to leave to go explore the other towns like we planned on we just ended up staying at free cerveza at the entire time. We loved it.

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Canada FEMALE 25-30 Apr 6, 2026 Atm 100%

10/10 would recommend, clean, social, and has hot showers! India and Carol were fab they made sure we have the best time.

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Netherlands MALE 25-30 Apr 5, 2026 Atm 80%

At first glance, a good hostel. Nice location, and a cozy atmosphere. However, the foul stench wafting over the entire hostel is truly unbearable. It comes from the toilets because they have a system here with large pits where everything falls and is collected. You look straight into a mountain of s*** as soon as you go to the toilet. As a result, there is also a fly infestation that I don't think can really be solved unless they address the toilet problem.

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USA MALE 18-24 Apr 1, 2026 Atm 100%

This property is amazing! Excellent social events every day and wonderful 25Q (3USD) smoothies on tap all day everyday. Made it easy to rack up quite the cash bill unfortunately for myself.

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Scotland FEMALE 25-30 Mar 29, 2026 Atm 100%

Really enjoyed my time here, loved the vibe. Thought Colleen was a super friendly and helpful asset to the team.

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Norway FEMALE 18-24 Mar 25, 2026 Atm 100%

I loved my stay here! Wish I could stay forever. And a big shoutout to Rachael, she was so welcoming!

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USA MALE 18-24 Mar 20, 2026 Atm 100%

It’s really as good as everyone says it is. If you can book here you definitely should, this was a highlight of my trip! The food is good, staff are friendly, and the atmosphere is great for meeting people. Shout out to Lily for a wonderful sunrise SUP ride. I love Free Cerveza!

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Mexico MALE 18-24 Mar 18, 2026 Atm 100%

Me encantó el ambiente y las actividades que hacen por la noche, todo el personal es muy amable y la gente que se hospedó también, todos eran muy abiertos a conocer gente. Los únicos detalles fueron que solo aceptan efectivo y no hay cajeros cerca, y también si tu cuarto es una casa de campaña, es muy probable que encuentres bichos en tu cuarto y maletas

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USA COUPLE 25-30 Mar 17, 2026 Atm 100%

The bar tab system is convenient, but it caused a big issue. After opening a tab, others were able to add drinks just by using my name. There was no verification like wristbands or ID checks. I ended up paying for drinks I didn’t order. Staff didn’t address the problem and only cared about getting the bill paid. This system needs better security.

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USA MALE 18-24 Mar 13, 2026 Atm 100%

Best hostel I’ve ever stayed at! Clean and always has something fun going on!! Perfect mix between chill and social!

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England COUPLE 18-24 Mar 13, 2026 Atm 100%

i loved my stay here! Ettie was absolutely amazing she was so so friendly and welcoming it made my stay so much better ! i will be back to see her !! mi amoreeee

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England FEMALE 25-30 Mar 11, 2026 Atm 100%

I absolutely LOVED my stay at free cerveza, I only wished I could have stayed longer. Maria and Julia at reception were so helpful. Luka especially was so welcoming, friendly and helpful, checking in if we needed anything and explaining what activities were available. Absolutely made our stay. Thank you!

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USA MALE 18-24 Mar 10, 2026 Atm 100%

Very friendly staff, Lily was amazing.

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USA MALE 18-24 Mar 9, 2026 Atm 100%

Best hostel I’ve ever stayed at. Feels like a resort of 20-30 year olds drinking, swimming, and tanning. The staff are amazing too, especially Jack, Mia, and Lily.

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Netherlands FEMALE 18-24 Mar 8, 2026 Atm 100%

Echt een top hostel! Het personeel is super vriendelijk en gezellig, er hangt een hele leuke sfeer, de plek is prachtig, de wc’ en douches waren super schoon, er was warm water, er werden veel activiteiten georganiseerd, al met al echt een hele fijne plek om te verblijven. Het enige minpuntje is dat het ‘s nachts erg koud wordt in de tent, maar je kan om extra dekens vragen dus dat is top!

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USA MALE 18-24 Mar 7, 2026 Atm 100%

Free Cerveza is one of the best places to stay around Lake Atitlan. The property is gorgeous & there are events every day + free beer hour. You can easily use the dock to catch launchas around the lake, and the staff is super welcoming & knowledgeable about things to explore. Marco is the best!

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USA FEMALE 18-24 Mar 5, 2026 Atm 60%

Free food poisoning!! My entire group got sick from the fried chicken & we also saw like 5 other people violently throwing up from the food. Not sure what’s going on back there! Which is disappointing because we loved our tent, showers were nice, overall vibe/location was good. But don’t eat any food from there. Total trip ruiner.

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Canada COUPLE 25-30 Mar 4, 2026 Atm 80%

Had an amazing stay at free cerveza, the family dinners are worth the price and a good way to meet new people, would stay there again! They had lots of hot showers and toilets which was plus.

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