Guatemala City

One of Zona 1's most stylish options, this boutique hotel has just 10 rooms, arranged around a couple of lush patios. — Lonely Planet

With a beautiful courtyard setting, the Spring has a lot more style than other Zona 1 joints. — Lonely Planet

This pretty colonial house puts a little space between you and the bustling Zona Viva. — Fodor's

This large converted house has spacious communal areas and heavy, dark, colonial decor. It's a very well-run establishment, with 42 clean, good-sized and adequately furnished rooms. — Lonely Planet

In a lovely old building, this hotel is a welcome retreat from the frantic pace of the streets outside. — Fodor's

In a sector of the city with few mid-priced lodgings, the Ciudad Vieja, a few blocks north of the Zona Viva, is a good bet. — Fodor's

This is the most hostel-like of the near-the-airport options. — Lonely Planet

Just south of the Zona 10 action, this small hotel wins points for its eclectic decorations, backyard hangout areas and big rooms. — Lonely Planet

Ideally located in the lively, gentrified Zona Viva, this modern high-rise has four gourmet restaurants as well as a full-service spa. — Jetsetter

One of the 'new breed' of airport hotels, Toscana features big, comfortable rooms, LCD TVs, a tranquil atmosphere, a kitchen for guest use and a lovely backyard. — Lonely Planet

With every imaginable amenity and a staff that aims to please, it isn't surprising that the immense Camino Real has hosted everyone from rock stars to heads of state. — Fodor's

Guatemala City's best downtown hostel has reasonable rooms and dorms, a cramped kitchen area and a great rooftop terrace. — Lonely Planet

For that big, corporate, somewhat bland hotel experience, it's hard to go past the local outlet of the Spanish Barceló hotel chain. — Lonely Planet

This modern four-story number is in a decent location and rooms are set back from the street, so they're quiet. — Lonely Planet

This family house is a relaxed and comfortable airport-region option with a sweet little backyard where guests can hang out. — Lonely Planet

A step up from most hotels in this price range, the Sevilla doesn't quite live up to its self-awarded three-star status, but it still does a pretty good job. — Lonely Planet

To step into the dark-wood lobby of this former mansion is to leave the confusion of the city behind. — Fodor's

If you're planning on being in town for a while (or even if you're not), you could do a lot worse than these sweet little apartments decked out in indigenous motifs. — Lonely Planet

One of the few budget hotels in Guate with any tangible sense of style, the Ajau is a pretty good deal, with lovely polished floor tiles and cool, clean rooms. — Lonely Planet