Getting Here

The EASIEST way to get to Earth Lodge!

Daily Shuttle: 

7 Days Per Week Pickup From Alegria Cafe at 8:00am
Return Shuttle Departs From Earth Lodge at 12:00pm
Q30 Round Trip

On-Call Shuttle

If you’d like to come and go on your own schedule, we can also send our shuttle to pick you up at any time.
On-call trips from Earth Lodge to Antigua, or from Antigua to Earth Lodge are Q50 Per Person.
Please call Earth Lodge or speak to us in person at reception and we can arrange this service for you!

A great option if you’re coming to Earth Lodge straight from the Guatemala City Airport (GUA) or need to arrange for an airport drop off. Please call Earth Lodge +502 4980 2564) to arrange your shuttle. Airport shuttles must be reserved at least 24 hours in advance.

One Way Airport Shuttle Prices: 

• 1-4 people $65 total (flat rate)
• 5+ people $80 total (flat rate)
• Note: for flight delays greater than 1 hour, additional fees may apply

Late Arrivals: 

If your flight is scheduled for a late nighttime arrival and you’ll be arriving to Earth Lodge after dark, please note that the walking path from the road to Earth Lodge can be quite dark. If your flight is scheduled to arrive after reception has closed (10pm) please call ahead to make arrangements with us.

Bag Carrying Fees

Please note that you will need to walk 300 meters down a steep hill on a dirt walking path to reach Earth Lodge. We strongly suggest bringing a backpack or duffle bag, and not a roller bag. If you would like bag carrying assistance, please note there is a Q50 fee per bag 8am-5pm, and Q100 per bag outside of those hours. To arrange bag carrying, please call ahead or email us to arrange.

You can use Google Maps or Waze to find Earth Lodge. The road from Antigua is newly paved, but please be aware the last kilometer is a narrow dirt road. There are many signs from the town of El Hato and on the dirt road pointing you to Earth Lodge!

Parking: a secure parking lot is located just past the Tambor Pila (washing station), up the hill and on the left. The parking lot is owned and operated by a local El Hato family. You can park and then walk downhill 300 meters on our walking path to Earth Lodge. Please bring cash for parking, you will pay the family directly when you leave.

Parking Rates:

Cars: Q25 every 6 hours
Motos, 0-6 Hours: Q10
Motos, 6-12 Hours: Q15
Bikes: Q5

Ubers and Tuk Tuk’s are now an option in the Antigua area, although availability can be limited. Make sure the driver brings you all the way to the “Tambor Pila” (washing station), and doesn’t leave you at the center of El Hato. The walking path to Earth Lodge starts at the Tambor Pila and is about 300 meters downhill on a dirt and stone walking path.

Not for the faint of heart! But if you fancy a scenic workout, it’s completely doable to walk or bike up to Earth Lodge. From Central Park in Antigua to Earth Lodge it’s just 7km (mostly uphill). Amazing coffee, smoothies, and food await you as a reward for a great cardio session! You can also take a Tuk Tuk up the hill, and walk back down to Antigua after your visit for an easier fitness friendly option!