Title: Sonnenhaus Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=110872689&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Sonnenhaus Hotel in Antigua Guatemala, steps from Casa Santo Domingo Museum ## Photo gallery for Sonnenhaus ![Comfort Room | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi - Sonnenhaus (Antigua Guatemala)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110880000/110872700/110872689/1dfa8cc8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Microwave, oven, dishwasher, cookware/dishes/utensils - Sonnenhaus (Antigua Guatemala)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110880000/110872700/110872689/w647h843x3y0-307b6f4d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Shower, towels, soap, shampoo - Sonnenhaus (Antigua Guatemala)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110880000/110872700/110872689/w650h852x0y1-8f1dfb75.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Sonnenhaus (Antigua Guatemala)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110880000/110872700/110872689/e817b39c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining room - Sonnenhaus (Antigua Guatemala)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110880000/110872700/110872689/w649h858x0y0-78c890de.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Close to Casa Santo Domingo Museum and Antigua Guatemala Cathedral, Sonnenhaus has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 8.6 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Free Wi-Fi - Housekeeping - Kitchen £29 includes taxes & fees 8 Feb - 9 Feb ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 11 - Jan 12](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-11&endDate=2026-01-12&selected=110872689&PinnedHotelID=110872689&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-11&endDate=2026-01-12&selected=110872689&PinnedHotelID=110872689&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 12 - Jan 13](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-12&endDate=2026-01-13&selected=110872689&PinnedHotelID=110872689&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-12&endDate=2026-01-13&selected=110872689&PinnedHotelID=110872689&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 16 - Jan 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=110872689&PinnedHotelID=110872689&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=110872689&PinnedHotelID=110872689&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 23 - Jan 25](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=110872689&PinnedHotelID=110872689&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=110872689&PinnedHotelID=110872689&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 7 of 7 rooms ### View all photos for Basic Room ![Basic Room | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110880000/110872700/110872689/14ac596a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Room ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Dishwasher Flat-screen TV 2 bathrooms Microwave Cookware/dishes/utensils Oven Shared/communal kitchen - 43 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Classic Twin Room ![Classic Twin Room | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110880000/110872700/110872689/1791c105.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Twin Room ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Dishwasher Flat-screen TV 2 bathrooms Microwave Cookware/dishes/utensils Oven Shared/communal kitchen - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Comfort Room ![Comfort Room | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110880000/110872700/110872689/1dfa8cc8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Room ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Dishwasher Flat-screen TV 2 bathrooms Microwave Cookware/dishes/utensils Oven Shared/communal kitchen - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Room ![Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110880000/110872700/110872689/919d49bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Dishwasher Flat-screen TV 2 bathrooms Microwave Cookware/dishes/utensils Oven Shared/communal kitchen - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Classic Room ![Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110880000/110872700/110872689/6d3f9e91.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Room 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Dishwasher 2 bathrooms Microwave Cookware/dishes/utensils Oven Shared/communal kitchen Laptop workspace - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room ![Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110880000/110872700/110872689/w829h622x0y0-f0a3519d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Dishwasher 2 bathrooms Microwave Cookware/dishes/utensils Oven Shared/communal kitchen Laptop workspace - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Comfort Double Room ![Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110880000/110872700/110872689/w829h622x0y0-f0a3519d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Double Room ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Dishwasher 2 bathrooms Microwave Cookware/dishes/utensils Oven Shared/communal kitchen Laptop workspace - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSonnenhaus.h110872689.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSonnenhaus.h110872689.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![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%7C14.55809%2C-90.72761&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=M2WByWuSVVfqtVuJpYYKFEFGedw=) Callejon Del Sol, #5A, Antigua Guatemala, Sacatepéquez, 03001 #### What's nearby - Casa Santo Domingo Museum \- 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Las Capuchinas Convent \- 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Central Park \- 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Antigua Guatemala Cathedral \- 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Santa Catalina Arch \- 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles #### Getting around - Guatemala City (GUA-La Aurora Intl.) - 66 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪7 Caldos Antigua Guatemala - ‬1 min walk - ‪Mistico Bar Bistro - ‬4 min walk - ‪El Patio de Clio’s - ‬4 min walk - ‪Patio De La Primera - ‬6 min walk - ‪Bistrot Cinq - ‬5 min walk ## About this property ### Sonnenhaus Hotel near Casa Santo Domingo Museum Close to Antigua Guatemala Cathedral and Central Park, Sonnenhaus has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this hotel include: - Tour/ticket information, concierge services and smoke-free property Room features All guest rooms at Sonnenhaus have comforts, such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to Other conveniences in all rooms include: - 2 bathrooms with showers and shampoo - Furnished balconies or patios, communal kitchens and dishwashers ## Similar properties ![Comfort Quadruple Room | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115770000/115767800/115767799/baaddb92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Casa Quetzalli Los Nazarenos Antigua Guatemala - Free Wi-Fi - Breakfast available - Housekeeping 9.2 Wonderful 30 reviews £30 includes taxes & fees 22 Jan - 23 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-22&endDate=2026-01-23&selected=115767799&PinnedHotelID=115767799&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83310000/83300400/83300355/795ff73a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Why Not Hotel Historic Center - 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In-room microwave ### Conveniences - Virtual front desk ### Guest services - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Concierge services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - 2 shared bathrooms - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Shared kitchen access ### More - Desk - Laptop workspace ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Access code, private entrance ### 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, debit 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 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 ### Property is also known as Sonnenhaus Hotel Sonnenhaus Antigua Guatemala Sonnenhaus Hotel Antigua Guatemala ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sonnenhaus pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Sonnenhaus? ### How much is parking at Sonnenhaus? ### What time is check-in at Sonnenhaus? ### What time is check-out at Sonnenhaus? ### Where is Sonnenhaus located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Sonnenhaus Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent 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) ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.2 Amenities ### 8.6 Staff & service ### 8.6 Eco-friendliness ### 9.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 5 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### edwin 9 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Overall good just keep in mind shared restrooms and kitchen but great price and safe ##### edwin Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joe 21 May 2025 Good ##### Joe Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Ronald Wilfredo 17 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Ok ##### Ronald Wilfredo Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### efrain 30 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Todo muy bien ##### efrain Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### DEREK 22 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities No me gusto baños compartidos ##### DEREK Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emerson 20 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excelente lugar para descansar ##### Emerson Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Juan Bautista 6 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Excelente, limpia ordenada, mas de lo que se espera por ese precio. ##### Juan Bautista Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Carlos Fernando 17 Dec 2024 Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort Preferiría si tuviese baño privado y no compartido ##### Carlos Fernando Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Danna Gabriela 25 Oct 2025 ##### Danna Gabriela Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emerson 3 Jul 2025 ##### Emerson Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Ramada by Wyndham Cambridge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cambridge-Hotels-Ramada-By-Wyndham-Cambridge.h2910789.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Camino Real Antigua](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Antigua-Guatemala-Hotels-Hotel-Camino-Real-Antigua.h3084914.Hotel-Information) > > [B&B Hotel Milano Sant'Ambrogio](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Milan-Hotels-BB-Hotel-Milano-SantAmbrogio.h10067317.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Southwold Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Southwold-Beach-Hotels.0-l6094557-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Harome](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Harome-Hotels.d3000452777.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Thompson Central Park New York, by Hyatt](https://www.expedia.co.uk/New-York-Hotels-Parker-New-York.h21429545.Hotel-Information) > > [All-Inclusive Hotels in Kuşadası](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kusadas-Hotels-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d4227-tAllInclusiveHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Wentworth Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Aldeburgh-Hotels-Wentworth-Hotel.h4876.Hotel-Information) > > [Lazare Picault Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mahe-Island-Hotels-Lazare-Picault-Hotel.h1375133.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near London Bridge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Bridge-Hotels.0-l508412-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Melbourne](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels.d178283.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Dolphin Hotel Cambridge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Ives-Hotels-Dolphin-Hotel-Cambridge.h18122509.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels with Connecting Rooms in Sultanahmet](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sultanahmet-Istanbul-Hotels-Hotel-With-Connecting-Rooms.0-n6063107-0-thotelwithconnectingrooms.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Steigenberger Inselhotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Konstanz-Hotels-Steigenberger-Inselhotel.h526043.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Inverness (INV) to Granadilla de Abona (TFS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/inv/tfs/inverness-to-tenerife) > > [Flights from Hounslow (LHR) to Moss Town (GGT)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lhr/ggt/london-to-george-town) > > [Flights from Liverpool (LPL) to Antalya (AYT)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lpl/ayt/liverpool-to-antalya) ### Cars ### Packages > [Rinteln Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rinteln.d55401.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [Marissa Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Marissa.d3000434506.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [Cervinia](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/theme-holidays/ski-holidays/11085/Cervinia) > > [Gotland County Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gotland-County.d6055918.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [Province of Livorno Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Province-Of-Livorno.d6047855.Holidays-City-Breaks) ### General ---