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Vulcano Lodge
Inn w/ 6 Bedrooms - 6 Bathrooms - Sleeps 29

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Vacation Rental Description

In El Jaibalito, you'll find an oasis of spacious and beautiful
grounds, gracious and comfortable lodging, and (at your option) really
good food. Vulcano Lodge is about as far away as you can get and still
enjoy the comforts of gracious lodging, gourmet dining, and the
delight of lush gardens and vibrant birdlife set against Lake Atitlan
and its towering volcanoes.

Accomodations include six double rooms, each with two twin beds, desk
and chair, bedside stand with lamp, private bath and private patio.
Rates for a single start at $37 USD per night including breakfast. For
families or groups, we offer one room sleeping three people and one
sleeping four people. Each room and all common areas are spotlessly
clean, comfortable, graciously decorated, private, and secure. 

Our pride and joy is a wonderful, large, second-story suite with great
views of the gardens, the lake and the volcanoes. The suite has two
spacious bedrooms, one with a double bed and one with three single
beds, a large living room with couch and chairs, as well as a charming
dining room -- all with lots of windows. Wide French doors open from
the living room to a very large covered terrace that provides lots of
seating and comfortable hammocks to take in the beautiful view across
the gardens to the lake and jagged, mountainous horizon beyond.

Your hosts Terje and Monica Maeland came from similar country -- the
fjords of Norway -- fourteen years ago and were captivated by
Guatemala and the dream of building a fine guest home in this exotic,
beautiful and tranquil corner of the world. Vulcano Lodge (situated in
the tiny, remote village of El Jaibalito and accessible only by boat
or trek) is a perfect blend of European style in combination with
unmatched natural beauty, privacy, and comfort.

Hungry? Vulcano Lodge can provide food that is superb and hygienically
prepared using local, normally organic products (just let us know --
three meals each day or picnics packed to go, if you wish). Our
long-standing staff provide excellent, friendly, informed service and
a varied and delicious menu to accommodate guests' dietary needs and
tastes.

Vacation Rental Amenities

Vulcano Lodge is situated in the tiny, remote village of El Jaibalito,
one of the smallest of the villages that line the shores of Lake
Atitlan. Lake Atitlan and the villages nearby are places of stunning
natural beauty and rich cultural history with something of interest
for most every adventurous traveler or vacationer.  

El Jaibalito is about 20 minutes from Panajachel. Because it's
accessible only by boat or a moderately challenging footpath, getting
to Vulcano Lodge  is somewhat of an adventure in itself, but basically
simple. You have two options. First, get yourself to Panajachel and
then, by "shark" boat from the Tzanjuyu dock, our town Jaibalito is
only a twenty minute ride. Most visitors come on one of these boats
and find it a fairly comfortable ride; be sure to confirm with the
captain or a helper that your boat is going to Jaibalito. 

Or, foot travelers often take the lake-perimeter trail from Santa
Cruz, an exciting forty-five minute hike along the cliff edge high
over the lake with its volcanoes looming above. The view and the hike
are spectacular, but probably should be avoided by those afraid of
heights, unsteady on their feet, or unaccustomed to high-altitude
exercise.

Once in Jaibalito, just follow the signs to Vulcano Lodge. From our
first sign overlooking the dock, you'll head uphill on the concrete
walk several hundred yards and then turn to right when you see the
second Vulcano Lodge sign. Keep going another fifty paces or so to
just before the bridge and you've made it. Turn left into the hotel
grounds. Work your way up the path through the coffee plants, banana
trees, flowers, cacti, and diverse and beautiful gardens. In a few
minutes, you will escape the foliage and find yourself in the
welcoming arms of civilization as we know it at Vulcano Lodge.

Activities and Attractions

Any number of tours and activities are available around the lake. For
those who enjoy hiking, Terje has worked out a series of seven hikes
(of varying degrees of difficulty) that are particularly interesting.
For example, there is a trail the Mayans of Jaibalito have used to
walk to the Solola market for centuries. Another from the village of
San Jose Chacaya (sha-ka-ya), runs atop the crater rim then takes the
hiker down a steep path to Volcano View Suite. The view is beyond
belief! Good shoes required...

Climbing the volcanoes is an inspiring experience, as can be SCUBA
diving in Lake Atitlan or horseback riding in San Pedro or Santiago.
And many guests enjoy a relaxing visit to the Hotspring Fuentes
Georginas. Most visitors agree that a boat tour of the lake and
surrounding villages is don't-miss experience; we can arrange boat
trips with our trusted partners for groups, couples or the lone
traveler to allow you to see exactly as much or as little as you want. 

Tours and hikes vary in price depending on where you want to go, how
many people, etc. A variety of car, bicycle, and moto rental services
are also available nearby; speak to Terje about your options. And, of
course, there are market days in the villages surrounding El Jaibalito
-- perhaps the most incredible cultural and colorful experience
available to the visitor, even if shopping holds no attraction for you.

Vacation Rental Rates

Lodging at Vulcano Lodge costs from $37 USD per night. For additional
guests, a combination of adults and children, or for booking multiple
rooms, get in touch for a rate. Also Email Terje or Monica about
discounts for stays longer than two weeks. Rate does not include
meals, tours, or fee-based activities, which we are happy to arrange
separately. 

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