About this property
Elegant Accommodation: El Puente in El Paredón Buena Vista offers a guest house with a swimming pool, terrace, and garden. Guests enjoy free WiFi, bicycle use, and water sports facilities. Comfortable Amenities: The property features private check-in and check-out, a lounge, outdoor fireplace, and shared kitchen. Additional amenities include air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and balconies. Dining Experience: A continental and à la carte breakfast is served, including pancakes. The outdoor seating area and picnic spots provide relaxing spaces. Local Attractions: El Paredón Beach is a 6-minute walk away, and La Aurora Airport is 123 km from the property. Walking tours, canoeing, and cycling are available nearby.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Airport shuttle
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Verena
Germany“Breakfast was great and staff was super friendly and helpful. We had a problem at arrival with the cleaning of our room but when I brought the matter to attention they fixed it immediately and even gave us a discount for the extra night we stayed....” - Bettina Germany“We had a realy great stay. It is quite but still near to the beach and directly at the river. You can rent a kayak for free and explore the river on your own. The breakfest was also the best we had yet and the room was also nice, with a big...”
- Jessica
Jersey“Loved our stay here, pool was refreshing, rooms were clean and host was lovely. Perfect place to relax.” - Matthew
Australia“Very welcoming, chill hostel with a great pool. Angel was extremely helpful (eg with booking shuttles etc). The chef was friendly and made delicious breaky (our fav hostel breaky of our trip). When back in el paredon we’d stay here again!” - Oliver
United Kingdom“The pool was lovely, the staff are great and friendly, beach is a 5 minute walk and the kayaks are free which is excellent.” - Sara
Myanmar“Welcoming and super friendly host Cleanliness Pool AC and fridge in the room Free kayaks and bicycles Amazing breakfast Gym with dumbbells Free water refill Well equipped kitchen” - Roy Germany“El Puente is more quiet than the usual hostels in El Paredon. Angel is a great host and super friendly. The pool is actually very refreshing and the place is well located.”
- Moritz Germany“Nice and quiet place right next to the mangroves with lots of things to do like kayaking. The apartment was nice and comfortable. Staff very friendly and helpful. I felt happy.”
- Claudia
United States“Owner was extremely friendly, helpful and accommodating. The room was spacious and comfortable. The entire place was lovely with many facilities and there was direct access to a boardwalk through the mangroves to the river. Short walk to the beach...” - Heidi
Hong Kong“the pool and the location. The owner Andrew and the staff Brenda are very helpful.”
Managed by El Puente is located right on the mangrove with river access.
Company review score: 9.4Based on 175 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property
Company information
El Puente is a locally run project that has grown into a welcoming riverside community space in El Paredón. We’ve been hosting travelers for several years, focusing on creating a home-like atmosphere where people can relax, connect, and enjoy nature. Unlike larger hostels, our team keeps things personal, we know our guests by name, and we’re always happy to share tips, stories, and a smile.
We currently manage this property, which allows us to give each guest our full attention. Guests can expect warm hospitality, helpful information about the area and activities, and a genuine passion for making their stay memorable.
Property information
El Puente is a riverside retreat in El Paredón, offering a unique mix of comfort and community. Guests love the peaceful location by the mangroves, close enough to the village and beach, yet quiet enough to fully relax. All rooms have air conditioning, private bathrooms, and thoughtful touches like balconies, small kitchens, or refrigerators, making long stays easy and comfortable.
The property features a refreshing pool and cozy sitting areas to unwind, plus free kayaks for guests to explore the river. A hearty breakfast is included every morning, and guests especially enjoy the river sunset boat tours, the home-like atmosphere, and the chance to meet people from around the world in a calm, friendly environment.
Neighbourhood information
El Puente is set on the edge of the mangroves in El Paredón, one of Guatemala’s most beloved surf villages. Guests love the laid-back vibe of the area, where barefoot streets lead to black-sand beaches and world-class waves. The neighbourhood is safe, friendly, and easy to explore on foot or by bike.
Beyond surfing, visitors enjoy river tours through the mangroves, stunning sunsets, and spotting wildlife. The village also has a growing selection of beach bars, cafés, and restaurants where travelers mingle with locals. El Paredón is well-known for its surf competitions, yoga classes, and community events, making it a favorite destination for both relaxation and adventure. Ask at the front desk and we’ll be happy to provide information about all activities and tours available.
Languages spoken
English,Spanish,HebrewProperty surroundings
House rules
El Puente takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 21:00
Check-out
From 11:00 to 11:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of GTQ 500 is required on arrival. That's about KRW 90,559. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Accepted payment methods
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A damage deposit of GTQ 500 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
Legal information
This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.
