Reviews of La Bonita at Los Elementos

Absolutely stunning views of the lake, great location tucked away in Santa Cruz nearby a very cute cafe/restaurant, and only 10 minutes walk from the main street (very safe / easy walk). We visited other towns on the lake but really loved this little town. Loved that we could easily hire kayaks. The kitchen was pretty well stocked and had everything we needed. Just so relaxing overall! Owners were very kind. Thank you for a lovely stay.

This would be a 10 star listing if not for the dogs howling and barking through the night and in the early morning. We couldn’t work out where the sound was coming from but it felt like they were right next to our bedroom and unfortunately did mean our sleep was very broken. I’m not sure what the owners can do about it.

From the moment our Lake Atitlan launch dropped us at the La Bonita at Los Elementos private dock, we were enveloped in a lush, tranquil, safe and relaxed paradise! Our hosts, Lee and Eileen, made our stay perfect! Although easily accessible from Panajachel and Santa Cruz, La Bonita is a self-contained, boat-access only retreat that instantly made us feel as though we did not have a care in the world. The charming property consists of three discrete guest dwellings, each of which is totally private with white picket and/or privet shrubbery and is equipped with outdoor kitchens, wonderful pillows and linens, local artwork and textiles, spacious patios and direct access to lakefront swimming and mountain/volcano views. We enjoyed lounging in the hammocks in the shared yoga/lounging space and being greeted by the friendly cats and dogs who belong to the hosts. As the property is lakefront, we could exit our private space, then access the dock and the lake within feet. Accommodations are generous, American-size/standards for beds, etc, very clean, comfortable and affordable. This property exceeded our expectations and is more beautiful than the photos depict! Lee and Eileen are committed to the preservation of the beauty and culture of Santa Cruz and founded a highly success non-profit, Amigos de Santa Cruz, to promote vocational education and economic self-sustainment within the region. Lee gave us a brief history on Santa Cruz and guided us (via tuk tuk) to Cafe Sabor Cruceno which features local dishes and offers the most stunning view of Lake Atitlan - what a gem. Lee and Eileen made our one night stay so effortless. They coordinated the shuttle to/from Antigua, upgraded us from a one-bedroom cabin to the two-bedroom cabin (to accommodate special sleeping needs), arranged for a same-day, in-room massage, and were generally so welcoming and helpful. Fantastic place!

Lovely bathroom and strong flow of hot water, but be careful not to slip on the smooth tiles when in the shower or if there is any moisture on the floor.

Amazing view and good location for Santa Cruz! Beautiful location and easy to hire kayaks.

The male owner was very dismissive via message, not keen to recommend or help in any way. Also worth noting that the property has a lot of dogs that bark very early.

Great location by the lake. It was clean. The owner is very nice

Despite the fact that check-in was from 2 p.m., when I arrived at 3 p.m. the room was still not ready and I had to wait. The owner came 30 minutes before check-out and wanted to take the dirty bedding, which was a bit out of place

A beautiful little piece of paradise in Santa Cruz. You have your own private garden with picnic table and lounge chairs, a well equipped kitchen to do some cooking outside and hot water for a shower after a busy day lounging around looking at the amazing view. Wish I could have stayed longer...

The location is great with awesome views of the lake and volcanos. The apartment is a good size with a very comfortable bed. There are shelves to place your bags, and there are hangers to hang up your clothes. The chairs in the room are super comfortable. The outdoor kitchen has a refrigerator and a two burner stove top. There is a coffee maker plus plenty of pans and dishes. There are two chairs, two loungers, and a picnic table outside. Lee and Elaine will let you do a load of laundry in their washer. The shower was enclosed with plenty of hot water. Shampoo and conditioner were provided.

Recommended locking the door only because kayakers can't read and comprehend the sign for the banos next door.

Great location right on the water. The location made it easy both to go into town , eat at local restaurants, visit other towns and rent kayaks. Apartment itself was very clean and had a great aesthetic. Would definitely recommend for a nice relaxing stay. Kind hosts who were happy to help with anything.

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Friendly and responsive hosts, beautiful property. The views are incredible. Apt is comfortable and has all the amenities.

Town doesn't have a lot of dining options but we found enough during our stay. Don't miss the last boat if you're visiting other towns, private ones are $$$.

Amazing place, very clean, perfect location. Very friendly hosts. Also possible to rent kayaks for morning rides in lake Atitlan. Be aware that not accessible by car.

One of the best places I ever stayed! It is just incredibly amazing! It’s a million times better than the pictures!!! Lee and his wife were the kindest! The kitchen has everything you need! The place is peaceful and charming! I will definitely come back!

What a view! And the bed was so comfortable.