Since 2000, we have established a tradition of personalized service, fine dining and eco-friendly activities in an incomparable setting. Casa Palopó, loaded with antiques, brightly painted walls, exquisite furnishings, artifacts and art, submerges guests into Guatemala’s rich culture without stepping outside.
Casa Palopó was originally a private home, until it was purchased by Guatemala native Billy Bickford in 2000 and turned it into a boutique hotel.
In 2005, a storm (Stan) hit Lake Atitlan, causing landslides that damaged part of the hotel and the small home that was perched higher on the mountain. As part of the rebuilding process, Bickford built a large Villa, now located 150 steps above the main hotel.
Casa Palopó is now owned and operated by Claudia Bosch, a native Guatemalan. Who in 2010 checked-in the hotel as a guest, falling in love with the lake and the hotel. At the time it was refurbished to become a rustic chic boutique hotel.
Casa Palopó becomes the first Relais&Chateaux Hotel in Guatemala.
Casa Palopó remodels and builts 6 more rooms. Becoming a 15 room boutique Hotel.
We love to create experiences where you will always be pleasantly surprised through great hospitality and service.
The sustainability of our communities is essential for its proper development. This is the reason why we love being part of and getting involved with the Pintando Santa Catarina Palopo project, through which we ensure the growth, education and development of our community through painting and art.
