Title: Central Highlands Travel Guide: Best of Central Highlands, Guatemala Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Central Highlands](https://expedia.co.uk/Central-Highlands-Hotels.d6228065.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Central Highlands](https://expedia.co.uk/Central-Highlands-Holiday-Rentals.d6228065.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Central Highlands](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Central-Highlands.d6228065.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Central Highlands Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Central-Highlands.d6228065.Car-Hire-Guide)[Central Highlands Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Central-Highlands.d6228065.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Central Highlands Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Las Victorias National Park showing rainforest](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6286953/6b051b87-3fdd-4865-8389-6c1bc06d9932.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Las Victorias National Park showing rainforest](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6286953/6b051b87-3fdd-4865-8389-6c1bc06d9932.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Las Victorias National Park featuring a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6286953/8d989145-1558-4260-9d6d-51e360be274b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Las Victorias National Park featuring rainforest as well as an individual male](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6286953/354a189d-a1d3-4455-884a-a2cb4552dc91.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Las Victorias National Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6286953/cd1b6cbb-a990-4568-ba32-043187d67396.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Central Highlands Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Central Highlands ![Vue du volcan de Fuego](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180589/dca320f5-d6f0-40d9-9f12-90c9c1ede687.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Historic Center If you're spending some time in Historic Center, Central Park and Santa Catalina Arch are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Antigua-Guatemala-Historic-Center.dx911355684795535360) ![Quetzaltenango Central Park in the morning - Parque a Centro América Xela - Guatemala](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633981714286/d3d98dfa-bd46-464f-a7ef-1a7b8c9f7cb1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Zona 10 2.5/5(3 area reviews) Zona 10 is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Oakland Mall and Plaza Fontabella Shopping Center while you're in town. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Guatemala-City-Zona-10.dx553248633981714286) ![Plaza España en Zona 9, Ciudad de Guatemala](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635939578885/9784400d-0597-40d4-85cf-280432697989.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Zona 1 Zona 1 is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Guatemala City Hall and Central Market. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Guatemala-City-Zona-1.dx553248635939578885) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Zona 13 4/5(1 area review) Zona 13 is noteworthy for its gardens, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Avenida Las Américas and La Aurora Zoo. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Guatemala-City-Zona-13.dx553248633981714371) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Zona 9 4.5/5(2 area reviews) Travellers come to Zona 9 for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Avenida La Reforma and Torre del Reformador while you're in town. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Guatemala-City-Zona-9.dx553248633981714292) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Zona 16 Travellers like the festivals in Zona 16, and Paseo Cayala is a top attraction you might want to visit. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Guatemala-City-Zona-16.dx553248633981715407) - Top hotels in Central Highlands - Top Holiday Rentals in Central Highlands ![Barceló Guatemala City](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/2500/2495/78fae458_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Barceló Guatemala City 7 Avenida 15-45, Zona 9 Guatemala City Guatemala £70 2 Mar - 3 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Guatemala City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (3,181 reviews) Great place and exceptional service! The breakfast was incredible!!! Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F03%2F2026&endDate=03%2F03%2F2026&selected=2495&PinnedHotelID=2495&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6228065) ![Porta Hotel Antigua](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/5600/5545/b3d7f8e6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Porta Hotel Antigua 8va Calle Poniente No1 Antigua Guatemala Sacatepequez £154 24 Feb - 25 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Antigua Guatemala. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews) Clean rooms, amenities great, good location Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F02%2F2026&endDate=25%2F02%2F2026&selected=5545&PinnedHotelID=5545&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6228065) ![Hotel Museo Spa Casa Santo Domingo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1250000/1246600/1246555/20929971_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Museo Spa Casa Santo Domingo 3a Calle Oriente No 28 A Antigua Guatemala Sacatepequez £244 1 Feb - 2 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Antigua Guatemala. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,031 reviews) Amazing property beautiful views and grounds large spacious room w a jacuzzi! Lovely staff and restaurant i wish i had more time in antigua and could check out the spa! Ill be back and stay here again Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F02%2F2026&endDate=02%2F02%2F2026&selected=1246555&PinnedHotelID=1246555&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6228065) [See all 1,242 properties in Central Highlands](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=01%2F02%2F2026&endDate=02%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6228065) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![All Suite El Marques de Antigua](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4360000/4359800/4359747/ea2518af_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### All Suite El Marques de Antigua 4 ave. South No. 30 Antigua Guatemala Sacatepequez Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Antigua Guatemala. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (323 reviews) The rooms are beautiful, staff is friendly, and the location is a ten minute walk from the main square. 10/10 would recommend. Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Antigua-Guatemala-Hotels-All-Suite-El-Marques-De-Antigua.h4359747.Hotel-Information) ![Eco Suites Uxlabil Guatemala City](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4230000/4223300/4223224/16c30894_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Eco Suites Uxlabil Guatemala City 11 Calle, por 15 Av final 12-53 Zona 10 Guatemala City Guatemala Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Guatemala City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Paseo Cayala and La Aurora ... 8/10 Very Good! (205 reviews) Very Quiet area, helpful staff, great breakfast. Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Guatemala-City-Hotels-Eco-Suites-Uxlabil-Guatemala-City.h4223224.Hotel-Information) ![Cayalá Lofts](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104450000/104443500/104443446/53a3ad07_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cayalá Lofts 10-05 Boulevard Rafael Landivar, Zone 16 Guatemala City Guatemala Stay at this golf apartment in Guatemala City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a golf course. Popular attractions Paseo Cayala and La Aurora Zoo are located ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (86 reviews) Very good place Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Guatemala-City-Hotels-Cayala-Lofts.h104443446.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Central Highlands](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6228065&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Central Highlands hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6228065&startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01)[31 Jan - 1 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6228065&startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6228065&startDate=2026-02-01&endDate=2026-01-02)[1 Feb - 2 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6228065&startDate=2026-02-01&endDate=2026-01-02) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6228065&startDate=06%2F02%2F2026&endDate=08%2F02%2F2026)[6 Feb - 8 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6228065&startDate=06%2F02%2F2026&endDate=08%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Cayala city touristic attraction in Guatemala, Central America](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621554204770/ae842a29-f57c-4299-8672-a5b0b9b993f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Paseo Cayala During your trip to Guatemala City, you can enjoy retail therapy at Paseo Cayala. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Paseo-Cayala-Zona-16.d553248621554204770.Attraction) ![Antigua, Guatemala, volcano](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6105464/d466ff39-ee07-4e6d-baed-58b1a51c8314.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Central Park Enjoy the volcano viewpoints and explore Central Park, a lovely green space in Antigua Guatemala. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Central-Park-Antigua-Guatemala.d6105464.Attraction) ![Panoramic inside the ruins of Antigua's Cathedral, one of the many buildings that collapsed after the earthquake that destroyed the city in 1773.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180589/1dda07b1-9d1c-4f3b-b652-12e488ea88b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Antigua Guatemala Cathedral After visiting Antigua Guatemala Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Antigua Guatemala. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints or seek out its local tours. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Antigua-Guatemala-Cathedral-Historic-Center.d6266484.Attraction) ![Elephant in captivity in a zoo in Guatemala City called La Aurora, caged space, limitation of freedom, human hegoism.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6105450/a3fa1eff-953a-4a20-ab17-acfc7226e9da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### La Aurora Zoo Why not visit the native and exotic animals who call La Aurora Zoo home during your trip to Guatemala City? Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/La-Aurora-Zoo-Zona-13.d6105450.Attraction) ![Beautiful place to visit.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6047937/6e013737-43fe-4b43-8856-1a5912a884a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Esquipulas Basilica Find out about the history of Esquipulas with a stop at Esquipulas Basilica. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Esquipulas-Basilica-Esquipulas.d553248621532965134.Attraction) ![Okland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1394/4344199f-e520-43ae-8d82-d32c47e3a000.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Oakland Mall During your trip to Guatemala City, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Oakland Mall. Attend a sporting event while in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Oakland-Mall-Zona-10.d553248621532963901.Attraction) ## Cities near Central Highlands ![Guatemala City](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6053902/cbf39820-0f5c-4d91-85b1-682fab6e4af2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Guatemala City ![Antigua Guatemala](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180589/2835d248-1f96-42ee-9c08-51dbf560c58e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Antigua Guatemala ![Las Victorias National Park showing forest scenes and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6286953/56d1df3c-becf-4331-b155-f421fc13276d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cobán ![The hot spring waterfall of Finca El Paraíso is the perfect place for meditation.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6336754/82389f1b-65d9-473f-8744-46bd79a6f8d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### El Estor - Cities near Central Highlands - Places of interest [Guatemala City](https://expedia.co.uk/Guatemala-City.dx6053902)[Antigua Guatemala](https://expedia.co.uk/Antigua-Guatemala.dx180589)[Cobán](https://expedia.co.uk/Coban.dx6287912)[Ipala](https://expedia.co.uk/Ipala.dx6336517)[El Estor](https://expedia.co.uk/El-Estor.dx6336754)[San Jose Pinula](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Jose-Pinula.dx6336790)[Rio Hondo](https://expedia.co.uk/Rio-Hondo.dx6351910)[San Agustin Lanquin](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Agustin-Lanquin.dx6357358)[Mixco](https://expedia.co.uk/Mixco.dx3000007569)[Semuc Champey](https://expedia.co.uk/Semuc-Champey.dx3000437244)[Santa Maria de Jesus](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Maria-De-Jesus.dx3000472642)[San Juan del Obispo](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Juan-Del-Obispo.dx3000477597)[Santiago Sacatepéquez](https://expedia.co.uk/Santiago-Sacatepequez.dx553248635973067911) - [Paseo Cayala ](https://expedia.co.uk/Paseo-Cayala-Zona-16.d553248621554204770.Attraction) - [Antigua Guatemala Colonial Art Museum ](https://expedia.co.uk/Antigua-Guatemala-Colonial-Art-Museum-Historic-Center.d6266479.Attraction) - [Plaza Fontabella Shopping Center ](https://expedia.co.uk/Plaza-Fontabella-Shopping-Center-Zona-10.d553248621554204771.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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