Pana is a tourist Mecca! While the lake is beautiful you need to wade through countless tourist shops and other nonsense to see the beauty. The nice thing about this B and B is the location if you are looking for a quiet laid back place. That, combined with the price made it a great stay. If you are expecting... More

We were welcomed very warmly by Richard and appreciated his advice and recommendations during the 3 days we spent there. Our room was cozy, comfortable and clean. Breakfast was continental style which suited us fine as it gave us a bit of a break from the usual central American fare. A great value budget stay overall. The highlight for me... More

Posada los Encuentros is a marvelous location for a relaxed, low-key getaway from the city (for expats and Guatemaltecos alike) and for foreign travelers trekking through Guatemala. The Posada has a cozy, family feel and all the amenities necessary for a comfortable stay. Richard Morgan's expertise of the lake area is incomparable. More

A "must stay" at this wonderful Bed & Breakfast. I spent three weeks and loved it every minute. Located in the Guatemalan highlands, with easy access to a "real" Mayan cultural experience and pristine natural sorroundings, Panajachel is a very friendly and colorful place to visit and enjoyed by singles and families. Their facilities are most comfortable. Richard (owner) and... More

This is a *very* pleasant posada/ bed & Breakfast ideally situated near Panajachel and the lake and the nearby mountains and gorgeous markets at Chichicastenango, just a few fun miles by colourful bus from Antigua. The place itself is slightly out of town, comprises several types of rooms (even an appartment), very quiet and comfortable, gated for added security, but... More

The owner, Richard, and staff are extremely friendly, helpful and knowledgeable about not only Pana but Lake Atitlan, surrounding areas as well as Mayan history. The owner authored the only explicite book about the Lake and its culture thus he has stories to tell you. In the colorful court yard is arranged a multiple of medicinal herbs and plants with... More

This bed and breakfast is located in the more traditional Mayan area of Panajachel, yet only a 10 minute walk or 5 minute tuk tuk ride (about $.65) from the shops and restaurants frequented by tourists. The owner pays homage to the traditional culture with a natural medicine garden, naturally heated jacuzzi, and local Mayan art work. Our stays are... More

If your looking for a total Guatemalan highlands experience Posado los encuentros is your place. The Owner has lived in Guatemala for many years and is fully versed in all aspects of the region and Mayan cultural. As a physician that uses natural medicine my team members and I alway enjoy our stays there due to the medicinal garden as... More

Staying at the Posada Los Encuentros is outstanding, not only for comfortable lodging but also the proximity to Panajach and Lake Atitlan. The owner provides numerous choices what to see and where to hike.. As an author Richard,the owner,is a great authority on the sites, cities and the Mayan culture. More