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Palacio de Dona Leonor – reviews, photos

4a calle Oriente Casa #8, Antigua 003001, Guatemala
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Ranked #10 of 68 hotels in Antigua
4.5 of 5 stars 52 Reviews
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london
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30 reviews 30 reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
“Enormous potential, as yet unmet”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 January 2012
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Without doubt the rooms are exceptionally well decorated, and the quality of interior design was superb. However, great decor isn't enough to have a great hotel.

We stayed for four nights, in two of the master suites (Dona Leonor and Don Pedro), and we loved our rooms. However, the service was patchy at best, and there is much that could be done to improve the client experience.

What was missing -
- a do not disturb sign
- a mini bar
- some way of making coffee or tea in the room
- a bar that was open past nine pm if no mini bar in the room
- some assistance in explaining the hotel amenities (there was nothing in the room, and we found the pool by accident)
- proper wifi - it was very sporadic and weak, and for $300 they could easily by a router booster

and what was inconsistent/poor service
- we had turn down two nights out of four, no idea why? we were out every night for dinner
- the maids sometimes replenished the supplies, and sometimes not, so we had no shampoo one day
- our bathroom was not properly cleaned when we arrived (there were several blonde hairs in the bath)
- the fixed showerhead did not work, as had not been maintained, and therefore you had to rely on holding the loose showerhead

We decided not to eat in the restaurant as there was rarely many customers, and the prices felt high relative to what was on offer a few steps out of the front door.

Also the rooms are not all great. many of the rooms have their only window into the internal courtyard, which passersby can look into. The Dona Leonor suite has two windows into a neighbouring wall, and a set of glass doors out on to the managers accommodation patio (with the kitty litter). The rooms to the front of the building are best, as most have small juliet balconies.

All in all a lovely building, beautifully decorated, but i left with the impression that the hotel was run by an interior decorator not a hotelier. This could be a wonderful hotel, but the service needs to be an order of magnitude better (particularly given the price tag of $350+ per night)

Room Tip: Request a room to the front of the building. if a suite, would recommend don pedro
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  • Stayed January 2012, travelled with family
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 1 of 5 stars Service
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Guatemala City, Guatemala
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60 reviews 60 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
“Small Elegant Fantastic Location 1/2 Block Off Central Park!”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 October 2011
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If you wish to be right in the middle of town and walk to all the best resturants and shops...STAY HERE! Cabs right around the corner...you can walk stumble or crawl to the best eateries in town from the front door! Central park with the catherdral right around the corner along with the historic government buildings, ATM's, coffee shops and anything you need. Rooms are extremely clean and nice. Conde Neste has this place listed! Stay in the back or sides off the street or you will awaken to the rattling of vehicles early in the morning! If you are a tea freak this hotel will blow your mind!

Room Tip: Back or side rooms.
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  • Stayed October 2011, travelled solo
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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San Francisco, California
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Historic taste with a modern twist”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 August 2011
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With everything from the fabulous linens to the detailed, customized martini list, this hotel has flare that will attract even the most critical international traveler. The location, right next the main plaza in Antigua is unbeatable. I highly recommend this hotel to anyone who wants to get a true feeling for colonial Antigua.

  • Stayed August 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Guatemala City, Guatemala
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
“The property has an excellent location and is very nice.”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 August 2011
1
person found this review helpful

As the President of the American Society of Guatemala, I've stayed at this property twice while organizing events. The property itself is small but very beautiful (Approximately 12 rooms). The owner and staff are very nice and the rooms are very well decorated. It is located only 1/2 a block from the main plaza in Antigua. We've had some issues with the restaurant but I feel those things are being worked out.

  • Stayed August 2011, travelled on business
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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3 reviews 3 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Beautiful Romantic Amazing Architecture, Service, Food and Enchanting Gardens”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 August 2011

Amazing place, the architecture alone is worth seeing, the history, every detail is exquisite, the service is extraordinary and the restaurant is absolutely one of the best in the world.
This is the place for a proposal for a honey moon or a business meeting. Elegant and fantastic.

Room Tip: just ask them for the type of experience you are looking for and first or second level. Upstairs I l...
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  • Stayed July 2011, travelled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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4a calle Oriente Casa #8, Antigua 003001, Guatemala
Price range (per night):* INR8,626

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