Returning to Guatemala after 3 years — what's different?
Started by PortlandPaul · 21 Mar 2026 · 1550 views
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21 Mar 2026 at 22:19
Returned from 6 days in Guatemala. Solid experience.
Accommodation:
Guesthouse near the main area. $62/night. Quiet area but close to the action.
Scene:
Quieter than I hoped but still good. Prices were slightly higher than expected.
Quality:
Generally good looking with good service. Had 8 encounters total.
Logistics:
Transport was easy — Uber/Grab works well. Food was cheap and delicious.
Safety:
Stick to main areas at night and you are fine.
Overall: 9/10. Already planning next trip.
Happy to answer any questions.
Accommodation:
Guesthouse near the main area. $62/night. Quiet area but close to the action.
Scene:
Quieter than I hoped but still good. Prices were slightly higher than expected.
Quality:
Generally good looking with good service. Had 8 encounters total.
Logistics:
Transport was easy — Uber/Grab works well. Food was cheap and delicious.
Safety:
Stick to main areas at night and you are fine.
Overall: 9/10. Already planning next trip.
Happy to answer any questions.
Portland, OR | 20 countries visited
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23 Mar 2026 at 13:19
Word of caution — be careful with street touts. Other than that, great destination.
Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Berlin Bound
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24 Mar 2026 at 22:19
Great report, thanks for sharing. Had a similar experience there last month.
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25 Mar 2026 at 01:19
Adding my experience: scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more online activity.
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25 Mar 2026 at 12:39
Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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26 Mar 2026 at 01:39
This matches my experience. Guatemala is great value for money.
Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Wanderlust Carl
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26 Mar 2026 at 03:39
Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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26 Mar 2026 at 04:39
First time was good but could have been better. Second time was so much more efficient. Experience makes all the difference.
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26 Mar 2026 at 07:39
Good info. Going during the week is much better — less crowded and better prices.
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26 Mar 2026 at 09:19
Been going for years. Scene has stayed consistent.
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27 Mar 2026 at 03:19
What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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27 Mar 2026 at 03:39
Adding my experience: scene has bounced back since pre-COVID. Biggest change: prices up 15-20%.
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27 Mar 2026 at 04:39
Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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27 Mar 2026 at 05:39
Can confirm. Was there recently and everything checks out.
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27 Mar 2026 at 15:39
Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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28 Mar 2026 at 01:19
I was there in February and prices were about average. Spent about $100/day all-in.
My tip: try the local spots away from tourists.
My tip: try the local spots away from tourists.
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