Hotel Museo Spa Casa Santo Domingo
Hotel Museo Spa Casa Santo Domingo in Antigua, Guatemala, offers a unique blend of historical charm, artistic elegance, and modern amenities, including a serene spa and diverse dining experiences.
Step into Hotel Museo Spa Casa Santo Domingo and discover a world where history and modern comfort blend seamlessly. This innovative hotel-museum-spa provides a memorable stay with 132 rooms, 26 of which are designed as SPA Living spaces. Each room showcases works from renowned local artists and intricate artistic weavings, offering a unique aesthetic. For specific requests like bed configurations, non-smoking options, wheelchair accessibility, rooms with a terrace or balcony, or panoramic views, please contact the hotel directly as these are subject to availability.
Dining at El Refectorio, nestled within the impressive ruins of the former Convent, is a true culinary delight. Renowned Chef Mario Enrique Campollo crafts exquisite international dishes with a Guatemalan touch, ensuring an exceptional gastronomic experience. Enjoy the ever-changing weekend specials, a must-try Sunday brunch, and a weekend buffet of traditional Guatemalan afternoon snacks for an authentic local experience.
The hotel's spa offers a world of health, wellness, and relaxation. Guests aged 18 and older can unwind in indoor/outdoor areas, sunbathe, relax by the pool, enjoy jacuzzis, and utilize wet and dry saunas. A variety of treatments are available, designed to restore balance to body, mind, and spirit. For a more intimate spa experience, consider reserving a room with direct spa access. Special in-room services are also available for guests aged 12 to 17, requiring parent supervision.
Explore the six permanent museums and two art galleries with temporary exhibits, all housed within what was once The Convent of Santo Domingo. Additionally, Santo Domingo del Cerro Cultural Park, a short distance away, offers spectacular views of three volcanoes (Agua, Fuego, and Acatenango), beautiful gardens, a modern restaurant, a convention center, a chapel, permanent museums featuring important Guatemalan figures, and art galleries with guest artists. For adventure enthusiasts, Canopy offers a thrilling zipline experience, suitable for extreme sports lovers, adventure tourists, families, and corporate groups alike. Couples particularly appreciate the hotel's location, which received a rating of 9.4 for two-person trips.
Spa facilities at this hotel
Outdoor swimming pool Free!
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Pool/beach towels
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
Wellness
- Fitness/spa locker rooms
- Fitness
- Massage chair
- Full body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Couples massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Spa/wellness packages
- Foot bath
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Steam room
- Spa facilities
- Body wrap
- Body scrub
- Body treatments
- Hair styling
- Hair colouring
- Hair cut
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Hair treatments
- Make up services
- Waxing services
- Facial treatments
- Beauty Services
- Sun umbrellas
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Open-air bath Additional charge
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Massage Additional charge
- Spa and wellness centre Additional charge
- Solarium Additional charge
- Fitness centre
- Sauna
Guest reviews· 9.1/10 (1,452)
Hotel Museo Spa Casa Santo Domingo consistently receives glowing reviews, with guests frequently lauding it as the definitive choice for a luxurious and culturally rich stay in Antigua, Guatemala. Many describe it as "the best hotel ever" and an unparalleled treat, highlighting its unique blend of history and culture as a major draw.
Positive feedback predominantly centers on the hotel's enchanting atmosphere and exceptional service. The spa is frequently described as "magical," contributing significantly to the tranquil and indulgent experience. Guests also commend the staff's kindness and the quality of the food. The hotel's quiet ambiance is repeatedly noted as a key factor in a relaxing stay, leading many to express a strong desire to return.
While the reviews are overwhelmingly positive, specific operational details and amenities are also mentioned. Guests appreciate the availability of features such as interconnected rooms, wake-up service, special diet menus upon request, and in-room breakfast. The presence of an outdoor swimming pool, spa and wellness center, and single-room air conditioning further enhances the guest experience, though the mention of extra fees for towels/sheets and streaming services like Netflix are noted as practical details rather than significant drawbacks.
What guests rated
- Cleanliness
- 9.5
- Staff
- 9.3
- Location
- 9.4
- Comfort
- 9.5
- Value for money
- 8.6
- Wi-Fi
- 8.3
- Breakfast
- 8.3
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Family rooms
- Spa and wellness centre
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Bar
- Very good breakfast