Miguel de Cervantes Guest House
12 Avenida 8-31, Quetzaltenango 09001 Guatemala
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#3 of 48 B&Bs / Inns in Quetzaltenango
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12 Avenida 8-31, Quetzaltenango 09001 Guatemala
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My gf and I spent 4 weeks living at Miguel de Cervantes and taking Spanish lessons. Everything was amazing! I have zero complaints. Choose this school/accommodation while in Xela and you will NOT regret it! I know I'll be back! :)
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Date of stay: November 2019Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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My favorite part of Guatemala was learning Spanish at Miguel de Cervantes. I stayed for 4 weeks and picked this school as it was previously recommended by a friend. The school itself and the teachers are amazing. They really know how to cater to each person. If I was ever feeling frustrated learning Spanish, my teacher knew how to help me learn in a different way. The other students and the teachers at the school make it feel like a family. The activities are always fun and the lunches every Friday brought everyone together. I will 100% be back again! Thanks Miguel De Cervantes!
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Date of stay: December 2019
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Miguel de Cervantes Spanish school is the cheapest in terms of pricing, and highest in quality of teaching. My partner and I were there for a total of 5 weeks, we had the best and most fun teachers we’ve ever had! Unlimited coffee and tea everyday. They also provide the cheapest accommodation in Xela with a full kitchen. Make sure to check out their website! All infos are there. Simple, lovely, rustic rooms available, the most comfortable mattress and hot hot hot water shower (the best in Xela) with good pressure. A luxury in Central America. Have movie night in the common lounge, hang out at the outdoor patios, potluck Friday lunches, trivia nights, salsa class, weekend Santa Maria volcano hike, cooking class. These are just among the many things in Xela that you can do! Love Xela, love Miguel de Cervantes Spanish school, love Ilsy and Sary, and everyone that we’ve met there.…
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Date of stay: July 2019Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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I stayed here for a week and I felt from the first moment very welcome and like home. There is family atmosphere as the staff is super nice and helpful. We made together lunch we did trips we learnt Spanish. I had a private room for a really good price. Kitchen is fully equipped and the school is very central! If you wanna learn Spanish I highly recommend it.
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Date of stay: November 2018
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learned more Spanish here in short time than ever thought possible The teachers know how to explain complex concepts in a clear way and also genuinely care about students. Would suggest going to this school beyond all others in Xela.
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Date of stay: April 2018Trip type: Traveled solo
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Had the best experience, in a family environment, with the best teachers around. Did 8-1 classes during the morning, during weekdays and weekends were sightseeing, going on hikes or partying. The school provides a lot of activities for you from dancing to cooking aswell, and everywhere is closeby.
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Date of stay: May 2018Trip type: Traveled solo
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I loved my time at Miguel de Cervantes!!It has everything you could need from a Hostal or accomodation- Super comfy bed with new matresses, plenty of blankets for the cold evenings, warm showers, lots of outside space and inside including a TV room.. and a fully equipped kitchen.. not to mention a great location close to everything for BARGAIN prices. There is free tea, coffee and drinking water, plus it's very secure. The host is a wonderful woman and so helpful and friendly. It really feels like you are staying in real Guatemala and of course you can choose to sign up for the cheapest Spanish classes in Xela before heading on your travels through Guatemala or central America with fab teachers! Will recommend to everyone, and I would say it is suitable for backpackers, families, couples or business trips.. it has it all. Muchas gracias ! …
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Date of stay: February 2018Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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We stayed at Miguel Cervantes for 2 weeks. And I would like to start by saying I have never felt more welcome anywhere else I have ever travelled. Ilsie, is an incredible host that really would go to the ends of the earth for you. She was always helping us out as it was our first time in Guatemala and quite a change from Mexico! The hostel is located pretty much right next to everything you could ever need. The market is literally around the corner and if that doesn't have what you need then the supermarket is across the road. You're one block away from Parque a Centro America, which is the main square of Xela, full of bars and cafes and bustling throughout the day and night. The rooms are an incredible price, paying what you would normally for a dorm but you get a private room, some even with private bathrooms. The place has warm showers and a fully equipped kitchen that leave little to be desired. Also the WiFi covers all places in the hostel so you're not going to find everyone huddled in the kitchen trying to get the best signal. I honestly couldn't recommend this place enough!!…
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Date of stay: February 2018Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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I stayed one month at Miguel de Cervantes, taking classes and living in one of their bedrooms at the school itself. I had made a lot of online research about the many schools in Xela before making my choice. I picked Miguel de Cervantes based on their price (unbeatable!), their smaller size and the absence of a general curriculum. I truly had a great time studying there: Pedro, my teacher, was really nice and stayed in touch with what I was looking for in terms of lessons : there is no set course that all the teachers follow, so I could really focus on what I wanted to improve (conversations mostly and some specific grammar points). The activities were interesting and diverse (salsa classes, visit of the surroundings villages, cooking classes, Laguna Chikabal on a Saturday, even zip-lining and of course, the potluck every friday) and a real effort was made to accommodate both the students in short stays and the ones that were here long terms. I chose to stay at the school itself, as it's more in synch with my character. However, you still get the benefits of speaking plenty of Spanish with Ilsy, the best hostess/manager there is! Staying one month also allowed me to benefit from a cheaper price for the room (even though the weekly rate was already quite cheap!). There's wifi, hot showers, a TV room and the location is great.…
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Date of stay: October 2016Trip type: Traveled solo
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Great school for both short term and long term Spanish learning, the school has a wonderful atmosphere, the prices are the best we found in Guatemala, the staff are very friendly and helpful and we loved the accommodation (both at the school and the homestay that the school organised for us). The after class activities are also a great way to see other, less touristy parts of Guatemala and learn more about the culture! Amazing overall experience!
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Date of stay: October 2016Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Frequently Asked Questions about Miguel de Cervantes Guest House
Which popular attractions are close to Miguel de Cervantes Guest House?
Nearby attractions include Central Plaza (0.7 miles), Museo Ixkik' del Traje Maya (0.7 miles), and Chocolate Dona Pancha (0.5 miles).
What are some restaurants close to Miguel de Cervantes Guest House?
Conveniently located restaurants include Tertulianos Restaurante & Museo, Sabor de la India, and El Pasaje Mediterraneo.
Is Miguel de Cervantes Guest House located near the city center?
Yes, it is 0.7 miles away from the center of Quetzaltenango.