Title: Hotel y Restaurante Vista Verde Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=122962301&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Hotel y Restaurante Vista Verde ## Photo gallery for Hotel y Restaurante Vista Verde ![Exterior - Hotel y Restaurante Vista Verde (Santa Lucía Milpas Altas)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122970000/122962400/122962301/4109fa55.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Hotel y Restaurante Vista Verde (Santa Lucía Milpas Altas)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122970000/122962400/122962301/6208102c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Hotel y Restaurante Vista Verde (Santa Lucía Milpas Altas)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122970000/122962400/122962301/8827643d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant - Hotel y Restaurante Vista Verde (Santa Lucía Milpas Altas)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122970000/122962400/122962301/b0fcbdb4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Luxury Suite, Garden View | Free WiFi - Hotel y Restaurante Vista Verde (Santa Lucía Milpas Altas)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122970000/122962400/122962301/a6beb5ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Consider a stay at Hotel y Restaurante Vista Verde and take advantage of a coffee shop/cafe, a bar and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Bar - 24/7 front desk £58 includes taxes & fees 2 Mar - 3 Mar ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-01&endDate=2026-03-02&selected=122962301&PinnedHotelID=122962301&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-01&endDate=2026-03-02&selected=122962301&PinnedHotelID=122962301&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-02&endDate=2026-03-03&selected=122962301&PinnedHotelID=122962301&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-02&endDate=2026-03-03&selected=122962301&PinnedHotelID=122962301&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=122962301&PinnedHotelID=122962301&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=122962301&PinnedHotelID=122962301&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=122962301&PinnedHotelID=122962301&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=122962301&PinnedHotelID=122962301&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 7 of 7 rooms ### View all photos for Classic Room ![Classic Room | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122970000/122962400/122962301/3602f526.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Room ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate bedroom Private bathroom Microwave Desk - Mountain view - 54 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Luxury Suite, Garden View ![Luxury Suite, Garden View | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122970000/122962400/122962301/4769939a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Suite, Garden View ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate bedroom Private bathroom Microwave Desk Living room - Garden view - 65 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Standard Double Room ![Standard Double Room | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122970000/122962400/122962301/a167ecf5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate bedroom Private bathroom Microwave Desk - Mountain view - 65 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ### View all photos for Premium Room, Mountain View ![Premium Room, Mountain View | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122970000/122962400/122962301/88e04e32.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premium Room, Mountain View ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate bedroom Private bathroom Microwave Desk - Mountain view - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Classic Triple Room ![Classic Triple Room | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122970000/122962400/122962301/2cecb527.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Triple Room ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate bedroom Private bathroom Microwave Desk - City view - 86 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 6 - 2 Double Beds ### View all photos for Premium Single Room, Garden View ![Premium Single Room, Garden View | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122970000/122962400/122962301/4e9a61dc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premium Single Room, Garden View ### Highlights Balcony or patio Private bathroom Microwave - Garden view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Standard Studio Suite, Mountain View ![Standard Studio Suite, Mountain View | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122970000/122962400/122962301/ba0c9fc7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Studio Suite, Mountain View ### Highlights Balcony or patio Private bathroom Microwave - Mountain view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSanta-Lucia-Milpas-Altas-Hotels-Hotel-Y-Restaurante-Vista-Verde.h122962301.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSanta-Lucia-Milpas-Altas-Hotels-Hotel-Y-Restaurante-Vista-Verde.h122962301.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Santa Lucía Milpas Altas is home to Hotel y Restaurante Vista Verde. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Central Park and Tanque La Unión, while La Azotea Cultural Center and Jade Maya Factory and Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Estadio Nacional Mateo Flores, or consider a night out at Cortijo de Las Flores. [Visit our Santa Lucía Milpas Altas travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Lucia-Milpas-Altas.dx553248635991222224) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C14.57777%2C-90.67813&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=L92Dep3kCuTCO3S1Vp3YH9JCksc=) 03009, Santa Lucía Milpas Altas, Sacatepéquez, 03000 ### What's nearby - ![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=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Antigua Guatemala Cathedral 33 min drive \- 5.5 miles - ![Palacio de los Capitans Antigua, Guatemala](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6105464/1df463ba-5c2e-4070-924e-69299859a718.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Central Park 33 min drive \- 5.5 miles - ![The famous Arc of Santa Catalina, representative of the city of Antigua.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180589/16b3a27b-0679-4c68-b13b-1f8208f5ce99.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Santa Catalina Arch 34 min drive \- 5.3 miles - La Azotea Cultural Center 18 min drive \- 2.7 miles - Casa Santo Domingo Museum 29 min drive \- 4.9 miles ### Getting around - Guatemala City (GUA-La Aurora Intl.) 62 min drive ### Restaurants - Altamira 14 min drive - Hacienda Los Volcanes 7 min drive - Restaurante Veracruzana 8 min drive - Antigua’s Ceviche 8 min walk - Hacienda De Las Carnes 8 min drive ## About this property ### Hotel y Restaurante Vista Verde Property highlights You can look forward to a coffee shop/cafe, a bar and a restaurant at Hotel y Restaurante Vista Verde. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Additional perks include: - A 24-hour front desk Room features All guest rooms at Hotel y Restaurante Vista Verde have amenities, such as free WiFi. 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Private bathroom - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Microwave ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards and cash This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room Property Registration Number 0100408693 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Hotel y Restaurante Vista Verde pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Hotel y Restaurante Vista Verde? ### What time is check-in at Hotel y Restaurante Vista Verde? ### What time is check-out at Hotel y Restaurante Vista Verde? ### Where is Hotel y Restaurante Vista Verde located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Hotel y Restaurante Vista Verde Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 8.8 Amenities ### 8.0 Staff & service ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sergio 4 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great room (#3) with high quality mattress, nice towels and pretty bathroom, lacks some toiletries, quiete place with awesome graden views, property rune by their owners, highly recommended! ##### Sergio Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Miguel 16 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Un hermoso hotel a un precio razonable con desayunos deliciosos, y una vista hermosa, se los recomiendo mucho cuando visiten Antigua ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/0a780f50-29fb-4f48-88a8-2f96d1318c20-1768599882746.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Miguel Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nidia Judith 23 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Atención del personal excelente, excelente ambiente ##### Nidia Judith Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [The White Hart Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Redditch-Hotels-The-White-Hart-Inn.h41930793.Hotel-Information) > > [The Waterside Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/West-Kilbride-Hotels-The-Waterside-Hotel.h12283979.Hotel-Information) > > [Gay-Friendly Hotels in Constanta](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Constanta-Hotels-Gay-Friendly-Hotel.0-0-d6262461-tGayFriendlyHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels with Parking in Tours](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tours-Hotels-Hotel-With-Parking.0-0-d3564-thotelwithparking.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Cabin Rentals Isle of Skye](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Isle-Of-Skye-Cabins.d6131920-aaCabins.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Hotels in San Sebastián](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Sebastian-Hotels.d6084360.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Boardwalk Boutique Hotel Aruba - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Noord-Hotels-Boardwalk-Boutique-Hotel.h2239678.Hotel-Information) > > [Hostels Bournemouth](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bournemouth-Hostels.d654-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Guest Houses Swansea](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Swansea-Guest-Houses.d9958-aaGuestHouses.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Hotel Ilusion Calma & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Palma-De-Mallorca-Hotels-Hotel-Ilusion-Calma-Spa.h1742736.Hotel-Information) > > [3 Star Hotels in Gatwick](https://www.expedia.co.uk/3Star-Gatwick-Hotels.s30-0-d182523.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [All-Inclusive Hotels in Costa de Almeria](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Costa-De-Almeria-Hotels-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d6355088-tAllInclusiveHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Darlington (MME) to Málaga (AGP)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/mme/agp/durham-to-malaga) > > [American Airlines Corballis (DUB) to Orlando (MCO) flights](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flight-routes/american-airlines-from-dublin-to-orlando-intl/aa/dub/mco) > > [China Eastern Airlines Sydney (SYD) to Hounslow (LHR) flights](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flight-routes/china-eastern-airlines-from-kingsford-smith-intl-to-heathrow/mu/syd/lhr) > > [Flights from Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Edinburgh (EDI)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/dar/edi/dar-es-salaam-to-edinburgh) > > [Flights from Miami (MIA) to Providenciales (PLS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/mia/pls/miami-to-providenciales) > > [Flights from Paisley (GLA) to Kefalonia (EFL)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/gla/efl/glasgow-to-argostolion) ### Cars ### Activities ### Packages > [Worbarrow Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Worbarrow-Beach-Wareham.d553248635978573325.Attraction) > > [Whitney Museum of American Art](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitney-Museum-Of-American-Art-Manhattan.d6065047.Attraction) ### General ---