Staying at the Meson Panza Verde is truly a memorable experience. From its pretty plant-filled courtyard to its large antique-filled suites, it is really like staying at a museum of Spanish colonial culture (as many have commented).

I booked my trip at the last minute and was fortunate to get the last available suite (No.4 on the first floor). I thought I was getting the least desirable suite since all the others had already been booked, but it was absolutely beautiful with its wood-beamed ceilings, separate living room with traditional Spanish wood furniture and nice fire place, pretty bedroom with two queen beds and nice artwork, and huge bathroom. None of this came at the expense of comfort as the beds were quite comfortable and the shower had plenty of warm water). As if that weren't enough, there is a large adjoining outdoor sitting area with a fountain and garden. Incidentally, the hotel's website (www.panzaverde.com) is very helpful with excellent pictures of each suite.

The staff were also very nice and helpful. Since I was travelling on my own, the nice girl at the front desk offered the option of dinner in my suite, which was delicious.

Perhaps the only negative (and a very minor one) is that the location is about 5-6 blocks from the center of Antiqua, which can seem longer due to the cobblestone streets and uneven sidewalks. Still, the same is true of Antigua's other top places and it also makes the hotel quieter by being away from the center.

I don't write many reviews, but was so impressed with the Meson Panza Verde that I had to do so.

It would be hard to be disappointed with this hotel - it is like a museum set in the most beautiful garden. The rooms are lovely too.The breakfast is perfectly adequate without being spectacular.

The trouble with picking a hotel in Guatemala is that there are so many that are so nice and there are so many with great reviews. If you can afford it, stay here. If you can't, the Quinta De Las Flores is an excellent cheaper alternative.

Beware - they do not accept younger kids in the hotel - This is not made clear when you book on the internt. Having said that, if you do book and pay for your rooms, I doubt they would send you away when you front up with them.

We spent three nights in the Meson Panza Verde during the first week of this month. Absolutely superb accommodations. Although it is listed under B&B’s on TripAdvisor, Panza Verde feels more like a very up-scale European boutique hotel. As I recall, the Panza Verde has nine uniquely decorated suites (all on the second floor with fireplaces) and three queen size rooms on the ground floor. The central garden is phenomenal and the common areas are beautifully done. The art throughout the hotel is worth a visit in itself. With its location, about an 8-10 walk from the Antigua’s central plaza, Panza Verde is convenient, but yet incredibly quiet. It is completely walled, with security, and totally safe.

We chose junior suite number five. The living room was warmly decorated with a wonderful fireplace, which was “restocked” daily. (we used it every night, not that it was that cold...lol). Great separate bedroom with super comfortable bedding. The bath itself was larger than many Latin American hotel rooms we have stayed in. Gorgeous tile and fixtures, a huge bath and shower, and an unbelievable cupola ceiling (at least twenty feet high). We also had a private terrace, furnished impeccably with a table and chairs, and a queen size hammock,

The beauty of the Panza Verde property is matched the hotel’s super staff. Even though our stay was short, we were always greeted by name. Each member of the staff is genuinely dedicated to the welfare, comfort, and convenience of each guest. After a day, all of the staff felt like family. They were all so very warm, gracious, and responsive, but never over bearing or intrusive.

Panza Verde is on the upper end of Antigua accommodations ($130 for our junior suite). But, it is worth every penny! Highly recommended by us.

In July this year, my new husband and I travelled to La Antigua with a large group of friends and family for our wedding which was held at Meson Panza Verde. We had briefly considered Casa Santo Domingo, but chose Panza Verde due to its beauty and intimate atmoshphere. We couldn't be happier that we chose it! The staff were absolutely fantastic: we were treated as though we were the only people in the world and they made their best effort to try to accommodate absolutely every single request. Not only were we, the couple treated like royalty, but our signifigant "entourage" of friends and family were made to feel incredibly welcome as well. Ingrid Tomas, who organized everything for us (and I mean everything: flowers, music, hair/makeup, food, cake and even a nanny for my niece and nephew), always met us with a smile and made the entire experience especially memorable, ensuring that we had the best suites during our stay - complete with rose petals and champagne in our rooms - and personally seeing that our wedding day went off without a hitch. My husband and I both agree that we would not have received this "personal touch" anywhere else and would reccommend Panza Verde to absolutely anyone. Though his family owns a home in Antigua, we have agreed that each time we return, we will be sure to spend at least one night in the absolutely gorgeous Grand Suite!