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Villas Balam Ya

Palopo Km 4., Panajachel 0502, Guatemala
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Villas Balam Ya
4.5 of 5 stars 11 Reviews
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Virginia
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2012

I can only reiterate the glowing reviews already submitted! My friends and I stayed in two (of the four) villas in early April for two nights, and we wish we had time to stay much longer. This is a special property with a stunning locale. The four villas were built into this steep hillside, then landscaped with stone steps and... More

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Cypress, Texas
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2012

Lake Atitlan is absolutely beautiful and this villa complex makes for a perfect compliment to the beauty! The two villas we stayed in were modern, safe, and gorgeous. Separate bathrooms for each bedroom was appreciated! We had a full kitchen which was great for the two meals we had prepared for us each day. Breakfast was done by Rosa and... More

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Manhattan
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 January 2012

This was my second trip to Lake Atitlan and it looks as fake as the first time I went nearly a decade ago. What I mean is that it is such a beautiful place that it does not seem real. Getting from the developed world to Panajachel is not the easiest thing to do but it is well worth the... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 November 2011

My girlfriend and I had the joy of spending a weekend at the Balam Ya house in "Villas Balam Ya". The buildings on the property are all very comfortable and decorated with great taste and attention to detail. In our house the rooms were just huge, with a very fine queen size bed, there are 2 bdrms. in the house... More

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Guatemala City, Guatemala
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 August 2011

Anyone interesting in visiting Lake Atitlan and is not too concerned with budget, this place is totally worth it. The place is immaculate, the service is excellent, and the view is to die for.

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Houston
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 June 2011

We recently went to Guatemala for a week. We went to Tikal, Lake Atitlan and Antigua. We stayed at Villas Balam Ya in the Villa Bambu. The property is located about 3km outside of Panajchel-but a tuk tuk is only 10-15/person quetzales. We had a fully equipped kitchen-and went to the town to get groceries. There is also a bbq... More

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Perth, Australia
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66 reviews 66 reviews
Reviews in 38 cities Reviews in 38 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2011

On the right side of the lake to see the volcanos we had the big villa on the waters edge a must if staying here it will take your breath away the staff here were fantastic as per the other reviews you won't be disappointed

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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 March 2011

With a spectacular setting right on the lake, this is a superb place to "get away from it all", while still being within easy reach of the main town (read: pizza delivery). The lake views and gardens are gorgeous. The accommodations are luxurious and comfortable. We stayed in the main villa B'alam Ya (didn't see the other villas), which was... More

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Philly
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 July 2010

Excellent small villa & staff! The only thing needs to be improved just Spa could be better.

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new york, ny
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39 reviews 39 reviews
Reviews in 31 cities Reviews in 31 cities
42 helpful votes 42 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 December 2009

Gorgeous villa in a beautiful location. Very private, brand new, modern, beautiful grounds and amazing view of the lake. Great service. Enjoyed every minute of it. Javier arranges boat rides and meals delivery for you. Whatever you want, just ask. They are still new so they are getting things organized. Great friendly staff.

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Palopo Km 4., Panajachel 0502, Guatemala
Price range (per night):* S$193 - 322

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