Contact

P: +502 4980 2564
E: earthlodge@gmail.com
A: Pila El Tambor, El Hato
La Antigua Guatemala

Reception Hours : 8am – 10pm
Restaurant: 8am-7:30pm
Bar: Open until 10pm
Quiet Hours: 10pm – 8am

There are many different ways of getting to Earth Lodge. No matter which one you choose, be sure to wear your walking shoes. To access Earth Lodge you will need to walk down a STEEP 300M dirt walking path to get to our little slice of paradise!

The EASIEST way to get to Earth Lodge!

Daily Shuttle: 

7 Days Per Week Pickup From Candelaria Basketball Courts, near Cerro De La Cruz

No Reservation Required

Pickup Times: 8:00am & 12:00pm

Return Times: 8:30am & 12:30pm

Q50 Per Person One Way

*Paid in cash directly to driver

*Bag porterage services available, see below for more details

Private Shuttle

If you’d like to come and go on your own schedule, we can also send our driver to pick you up at any time, and at any location in Antigua.

1 or 2 people: Q100 flat rate

3 to 5 people: Q200 flat rate

5-10 people: Q300 flat rate

Please call Earth Lodge or speak to us in person at reception and we can arrange this service for you!

*Bag porterage services available, see below for more details

A private Airport Shuttle is a great option if you’re coming to Earth Lodge straight from the Guatemala City Airport (GUA) or need to arrange for an airport drop off. Please call Earth Lodge +502 4980 2564) to arrange your private airport shuttle. Airport shuttles must be reserved at least 24 hours in advance.

*Bag porterage services available, see below for more details

One Way Airport Shuttle Prices: 

• 1-4 people $75 total (flat rate)
• 5+ people $100 total (flat rate)
• Note: for flight delays greater than 1 hour, additional fees may apply

Late Arrivals: 

If your flight is scheduled for a late nighttime arrival and you’ll be arriving to Earth Lodge after dark, please note that the walking path from the road to Earth Lodge can be quite dark. If your flight is scheduled to arrive after reception has closed (10pm) please call ahead to make arrangements with us.

You can use Google Maps or Waze to find Earth Lodge. The road from Antigua is newly paved, but please be aware the last kilometer is a narrow dirt road. There are many signs from the town of El Hato and on the dirt road pointing you to Earth Lodge!

*Bag porterage services available, see below for more details

Parking: a secure parking lot is located just past the Tambor Pila (washing station), up the hill and on the left. The parking lot is owned and operated by a local El Hato family. You can park and then walk downhill 300 meters on our walking path to Earth Lodge. Please bring cash for parking, you will pay the family directly when you leave.

Parking Rates:

Cars: Q25 every 6 hours
Motos, 0-6 Hours: Q10
Motos, 6-12 Hours: Q15
Bikes: Q5

Ubers and Tuk Tuk’s are now an option in the Antigua area, although availability can be limited. Make sure the driver brings you all the way to the “Tambor Pila” (washing station), and doesn’t leave you at the center of El Hato. The walking path to Earth Lodge starts at the Tambor Pila and is about 300 meters downhill on a dirt and stone walking path.

*Bag porterage services available, see below for more details

Not for the faint of heart! But if you fancy a scenic workout, it’s completely doable to walk or bike up to Earth Lodge. From Central Park in Antigua to Earth Lodge it’s just 7km (mostly uphill). Amazing coffee, smoothies, and food await you as a reward for a great cardio session! You can also take a Tuk Tuk up the hill, and walk back down to Antigua after your visit for an easier fitness friendly option!

If you would like assistance carrying your bags to or from Earth Lodge, we do offer Porterage Service. Our porters are men from the local village, and this porterage service offers them an opportunity to earn a little extra income to support their families. Porter service must be paid in cash (local currency). To request porterage service upon arrival, please contact us via email ahead of time with your arrival details. To request porterage service upon departure simply request this at reception. Our email for all special requests is earthlodge@gmail.com For arrival porterage service please email us at least 24 hours ahead of your arrival at Earth Lodge so that we ensure this is properly arranged for you.

For porterage service 8am-6pm, the cost of this service is Q50 per bag.

For after hours porterage service from 6pm-8am, the cost of this service is Q100 per bag because we have to ask the porters to come from their homes to assist you with the bags.

Wear walking shoes

We are situated at the foot of a STEEP 300m hill which you have to walk down a dirt and stone path to reach us (and walk back up eventually). We recommend you wear walking shoes. Nothing extreme is necessary, just something with a little grip. The path can get slippery, especially during rainy season.

Pack warm clothes

It can be very sunny and warm during the day, but because we’re located in the tropical mountains it can get quite chilly at night. Be sure to bring a warm jacket or sweater with you. Staying with us? Don’t worry, all of our rooms feature extra cozy Guatemalan made blankets and hot showers! The Temazcal is also great at night when the temperatures drop!

Bring a flashlight

In order to maintain the peace and tranquility of the mountains and to reduce our carbon footprint, we have minimal outdoor lighting. Be sure to bring a flashlight if you’ve visiting for dinner or staying with us overnight.

Bring a raincoat or umbrella

Our mountains are so lush and beautiful because we receive bountiful rain. Even if you are visiting outside of the rainy season, we can get an afternoon rain shower so it’s best to plan ahead and bring rain gear.

Reception is open 8am-10pm

Please plan your travel and mealtimes accordingly. More information about travel can be found on the “Getting Here“ page.

Restaurant is open 8am – 7:30pm

Please plan your travel and mealtimes accordingly. More information about travel can be found on the “Getting Here“ page.

Checkin is from 2pm-10pm // Checkout is from 8am-11am

Please plan your travel and mealtimes accordingly.

What Forms Of Payment Do We Accept?

We can accept Guatemalan Quetzal, Bank Transfer, PayPal (5% processing fee), or most major credit cards (8% processing fee).

Are dogs allowed at Earth Lodge?

Pets are welcome but MUST be fixed, and on a leash at ALL times. Please help us maintain the peace and tranquility of Earth Lodge by ensuring your dog does not bark or bother other guests. Earth Lodge reserves the right to refuse entrance to pets or ask you to remove your pet from the property at any time.

Is it safe to eat raw fruits & veggies?

We use filtered drinking water and SOAP to thoroughly disinfect ALL fruits and veggies. Earth Lodge is dedicated to providing our guests with the cleanest drinking water and healthy foods, and is one of the safest places in Guatemala to eat raw foods.

Is Earth Lodge kid friendly?

We welcome families but ask that the peace and tranquility of the lodge are maintained and that children are attended to at all times. There is a beautiful nature path that families can walk together as well as a large green space for all our guests to enjoy, but we do not have playground equipment or other forms of entertainment for your children.

Is Earth Lodge handicap accessible?

Unfortunately, Earth Lodge is not wheelchair accessible or conducive to those with injuries that inhibit walking.

Do you have WIFI?

We have high speed STARLINK wifi at The Lodge and on the patio outside the lodge. Wifi not available in cabins.