Maria Elena
Reviews
Superhost130 total reviews
92% rated 5★
130 reviews
4.91
2018–2026
130 reviews
Alejandro
Excellent, 2 months ago
An excellent place to rest once you finish the walks and excursions in the area. Everything is clean, as shown in the photos. The amenities shown are as shown in the listings. Recommended!!!
Mauricio
Excellent, 2 months ago
Everything was great, Maria Elena was very nice and responsive. Pedro who was on site was amazing as well
Monttse
Excellent, 3 months ago
A very comfortable and beautiful house.
Silvia Janneth
Excellent, 4 months ago
We enjoyed our stay at Villas de Coco. I recommend it for coming with family or friends. We loved it. Thank you, María Elena.
Andres
Excellent, 4 months ago
The place is super comfortable and convenient for a weekend in Panajachel; cozy amenities.
María
Excellent, 5 months ago
Very nice house, good location, the host's service was very good. Just a few observations: there is not much privacy, as two of the rooms are open-plan; the pool was always cold, and the hot tub takes a long time to heat up; pool usage hours start at 9:00 a.m., and they don't turn it on until then, so you have to wait about 2 hours to be able to use it. Otherwise, everything was very good 👍🏻
Stuart
Excellent, 6 months ago
This place was very nice! Famy oriented. Place was clean and tidy!
Carlos Rodolfo
Excellent, 6 months ago
Quiet and beautiful place
Kristina
Excellent, 6 months ago
This place was a great stay! It is a walkable distance to the panchas to get to other towns along the lake. Check in was easy and the host was responsive. Pedro was very kind and showed us around the home when we arrived. Check out is smooth! There is a local resturaunt down the block Comedor Mary that I cannot recommend enough!!! We went three times! The pool area is clean and so nice to sit outside. 10/10!!!
Marianne
Excellent, 6 months ago
Nice pool & jacuzzi tub. Lovely garden area. Great coffee right next door.
Pedro
Excellent, 8 months ago
It's a lovely place, surrounded by gardens, a pool, a jacuzzi and a play area with a ping pong table that we really enjoyed. The location in Panajachel is excellent, you can walk to Santander Street and the shores of the Lake. Beautiful place!
Gusty
Excellent, 9 months ago
We had a wonderful stay at Maria Elena’s place! The location was absolutely ideal - we could walk to the water to catch a lancha to the surrounding towns within minutes. We were also able to walk to Calle Santander (Main Street in Panajachel full of shops and restaurants) within a few minutes, and Pedro was always available to open the gate for us upon our return. Grounds were immaculately maintained and gorgeous. We are also happy we chose Panajachel as our home base, as it was easy to find everything we needed and a great hub for the lanchas. Definitely a perfect place to stay when visiting Lake Atitlan!
Rodrigo
Excellent, 10 months ago
The place is very nice and cozy, close to everything important, accessible and safe
Dayana
Excellent, 11 months ago
We loved the accommodation, comfortable and close to everything touristy in Panajachel.
Yayo
Excellent, 1 year ago
Everything excellent!
Timothy
Excellent, 1 year ago
Nice place within a quiet enclosed group of maybe 3-4 houses which all share the pool, jacuzzi, and game areas. Very walkable to the lake as well as shopping on Santander. Good choice for families with kids.
Josselyne
Excellent, 1 year ago
Excellent experience. Very good location with many dining options and interesting places to visit nearby. The host was very helpful and responded promptly to all of our questions. Without a doubt, I would recommend it and would stay here again
Karla
Excellent, 1 year ago
Overall confy place to stay!!! Close to everything.
Daniel
Excellent, 1 year ago
excellent location. very quiet to sleep and look for activities to do
Marlen
Excellent, 1 year ago
Excellent place, location close to everything and a very safe and cozy place
Brenda
Excellent, 1 year ago
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Thomas
Excellent, 1 year ago
Very smooth
Matt
Excellent, 1 year ago
Perfect for a group! Gorgeous and clean
Salvador
Excellent, 1 year ago
Everything was perfect, a pleasure to stay in this house
Host Response
Thank you so much for your feedback, we look forward to seeing you again.
Juan Luis
Excellent, 1 year ago
Great location!!!
Cecilia
Excellent, 1 year ago
We had a wonderful stay in Pana. Rhe location was great and walking distance from many wonderful shops and restaurants. Would definitely recommend this location.
Cody
Excellent, 1 year ago
We had a great stay at the property. María Elena and the staff were very responsive and easy to communicate with in Spanish or English. Checkin was very easy and the property was very clean!
Lisbeth
Excellent, 1 year ago
Great location near the main attractions, you can walk to Santander Street and the pier, close to restaurants. The place is beautiful and in a safe location. The house is very clean and tidy, equipped with everything you need (kitchen utensils, bath towels and pool). Beautiful landscaping, clean pool and jacuzzi, shared with the other 3 villas. Very quick communication and Pedro's service was very friendly. A family place to rest. Totally recommended.
Emilio
Excellent, 1 year ago
An amazing place, everyone was very friendly, the care of the gardens, pool and jacuzzi is impeccable, we had a great time.
Amanda
Excellent, 1 year ago
This space is beautiful! We stayed here a few nights. We loved being able to walk to the lake in just a few minutes and also to Calle Santander for shopping and restaurants. In a bustling city this villa felt private and peaceful. We loved having ping pong and foosball and the jacuzzi in the evenings! Maria Elena sent very clear instructions and check in and check out was super easy. The kitchen was clean and fully stocked and we were able to cook breakfast every morning. There was a small market across the street where we could buy ingredients. Just fyi only one bedroom is private. The others are loft style. Our group didn’t mind this at all, but wanted to note it in case your group is looking for more privacy. Overall 5/5 stars, and I would definitely stay here again!
Marvin
Good, 1 year ago
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Steven
Excellent, 1 year ago
Great place right next to everything.
Alida
Excellent, 1 year ago
The villa is very nice, cozy and in an excellent location.
Jocelyn
Excellent, 1 year ago
Such a beautiful and peaceful stay! Felt like a little getaway with the ease of being in Pana! Would definitely recommend
Molly
Excellent, 1 year ago
This was such a lovely time for me and my host family! We came to Panajachel as a way for me to say thank you for everything they do to help me, and María Elena’s place was perfect! The house is beautiful and very clean, and the pool, jacuzzi, and ping pong table were so nice for relaxing and enjoying our time together. Even though the city is loud and busy, the house and yard are so peaceful and calm. It’s super walkable to lots of great restaurants and things to see and do. I would love to stay here again!!
Misael
Excellent, 2 years ago
Very nice place
Victor
Excellent, 2 years ago
The photos of the post do not show how beautiful Villa de Coco really is. Pedro is the person who assists the guests, he is very kind. Overall the experience was very good they are flexible with check out time.
Diego
Excellent, 2 years ago
Amazing place & amazing host. I would rent again! Electricity problems in the city but it was not the host’s fault.
Kim
Excellent, 2 years ago
Great private and safe place to stay. The host was extremely Responsive and on-site rep was friendly and helpful. Would highly recommend.
Daniel
Excellent, 2 years ago
Excellent! I will definitely be back
Host Response
Thank you for your feedback, it was a pleasure.
Jennifer
Excellent, 2 years ago
Thank you very much Maria. We loved the place. Our guests really enjoyed the pool! Maria was answering the messages quickly
Ludwing
Excellent, 2 years ago
With my family we travel at least twice a year to Atitlán and we have stayed in many places and we have coincided that Villas Coco is the best of all! Very good location, beautiful place, safe, full of peace!
Laura
Excellent, 2 years ago
It was comfortable and very homey, we had everything accessible.
Jacqueline
Excellent, 2 years ago
María Elena was always very responsive when sending her a message. Our shuttle arrived hours before check in and they gladly stored our luggage while we explored and even tried to get us into room as early as possible. Pedro was very nice in helping us check in and overall just a friendly person! The gate definitely made us feel super safe and knowing Pedro was there was reassuring. The pool was beautiful as well as the surrounding greenery. The only thing i wish i would have known prior was that the rooms upstairs are loft style meaning they are not enclosed. You can hear the noise from downstairs so if someone wanted to go to sleep earlier than others this was a little difficult. Even still we loved our stay and I would definitely recommend it for your stay in Pana. Everything is walkable and we enjoyed breakfast at the restaurant right next door. Thank you Maria Elena and Pedro for everything!
Irma
Excellent, 2 years ago
Our experience was EXCELLENT!!! We traveled as a group of 6 friends, and the place is beautiful!!! We liked everything—very nice, quiet, matches the photos, and the atmosphere is wonderful!!! Pedro was very attentive and helpful; he was always ready to assist and guide us!!! Definitely the most highly recommended place in Panajachel!!!
Mark
Excellent, 2 years ago
Maria is a wonderful host! She is extremely responsive and proactive in her communication. Entry into the property is easy, and the property is very secure. The property grounds are impeccable, and the interior of the property is very clean and comfortable. We will definitely return here on our next trip and have already recommended it to other friends and family.
Tyler
Excellent, 2 years ago
We reserved two of their cabanas in Villas de Coco. Highlights were the responsive guard always on the property, good communication, and additional amenities if you have time to use them. Would especially be nice if you have kids.
Delmi
Excellent, 2 years ago
A highly recommended, centrally located place with plenty of amenities for a pleasant family stay. This is the second time we have visited, and we hope to return. Thank you to Pedro and María Elena for taking care of our family.
Wilfredo
Excellent, 2 years ago
Excellent place
Karen
Excellent, 2 years ago
Very nice place and very clean! Recommended!
Dulze Marisol
Excellent, 2 years ago
Very good service
Javier
Excellent, 2 years ago
Everything is very good, excellent house!!
John
Excellent, 2 years ago
Great location in central Panajachel, peaceful setting in the heart of town, easy access to restaurants and shopping, very comfortable and great service, really enjoyed it and would definitely stay again. Thank you!
María José
Excellent, 2 years ago
We felt right at home🏡, very quiet and Mila is very well equipped with everything necessary. Recommended!!
Yara
Excellent, 2 years ago
Beautiful place! The photos don't do the place justice. Beautiful gardens, shared areas, and cabins.
Dorie
Excellent, 2 years ago
A beautiful home that feels very safe and secure while still being in the middle of Panajachel and walkable to the lake as well as restaurants and tours. Maria was wonderful to work with and communicated quickly when we were looking for the location.
Rodrigo
Excellent, 2 years ago
Everything was great, we had a great time! Recommended
Nelson
Good, 2 years ago
The place is very nice, excellent location and service, it would be worth a sofa bed to take advantage of the stay since for groups of people who are not a couple it falls short due to the composition of the beds.
Alex
Excellent, 2 years ago
I loved the place. My friends and I had an amazing time at the place. We'll definitely be back
Robert
Excellent, 2 years ago
Wonderful host. The place was clean and comfortable. Right in the middle of everything you want to do in Pana. Will definitely come back.
Leslie
Excellent, 2 years ago
A super cozy and well-kept Villa, it has everything you need in the kitchen, has a beautiful garden and nice amenities to enjoy without leaving the house, apart from the fact that it is very safe. The guardian is super friendly, respectful, and polite. I recommend it, thank you so much for everything.
Enmanuel
Excellent, 3 years ago
an excellent place for the family, the place is very close to the lake and shops. Pedro is a good host and very attentive to needs. we hope to return
Raul
Excellent, 3 years ago
great choice
Ricardo
Excellent, 3 years ago
We really liked the place. The place has excellent activities, a very good level of cleanliness and the distribution of spaces is convenient.
Beverly
Excellent, 3 years ago
Very cozy villa, impeccable cleanliness and magnificent attention from Pedro
Ernesto
Excellent, 3 years ago
I liked it.
Evelin
Excellent, 3 years ago
Beautiful place, very nice, clean and spacious atmosphere for the family. The attention is also excellent.
Alvaro
Excellent, 3 years ago
Excellent, María Elena very friendly as well as the staff.
Sofia
Excellent, 3 years ago
Excellent service and Don Pedro is very friendly. Everything was clean and quite safe
Elizabeth
Excellent, 3 years ago
Garden of Eden. The rest of Pana was so loud. Villas de Coco was quiet and peaceful and landscaped to perfection. Extremely safe. Sparkling clean pool and hot tub. Comfy beds. Great for our family of 5. Walking distance to everything in town.
Diego
Excellent, 3 years ago
The accommodation is very nice, comfortable two-level villa with excellent social area for children and adults to have a great time!
Host Response
Thank you for your feedback.
Carlos
Excellent, 3 years ago
Excellent place to go as a family , private parking is very friendly in charge, quick access to the lake and restaurants .
Host Response
Thank you for your feedback.
Laura
Excellent, 3 years ago
the place was very nice and clean the location was great and walking distant accesible to everything. i would definitely stay here again!!!
Joss
Excellent, 3 years ago
Great place. Highly recommended.
Host Response
Thank you for your feedback.
Andres
Excellent, 3 years ago
Villas Coco met our expectations, the house is spacious and very comfortable, 2 bathrooms and air conditioning are extras, the pool and game tables entertain the family and Pedro is a very friendly host and knows the place.
Eduardo
Good, 3 years ago
Very nice, quiet and quite central
Catalina
Excellent, 3 years ago
We visited the place with my baby and family and we loved it! The cabins are beautiful and very well equipped. The gardens and pool are well maintained. We are left wanting to return!
Patricia
Excellent, 3 years ago
Wonderful villa!! Great location. Peaceful. Wonderful pool and hot tub. Pedro, the guard and attendant, was very attentive. We had a terrific time.
Lilian
Excellent, 3 years ago
Nice place, we loved it!
Jorge
Repeat guest
Excellent, 3 years ago
a spectacular place. We go back there whenever we can
David
Good, 3 years ago
Nice place and location. Very nice host and responsive guardian/doorman. Wifi a bit erratic. Good stay overall.
Host Response
Thank you for your feedback, we have tried to improve the WIFI and have a better signal and thus have access to more users. Unfortunately, Claro cannot improve the service in Panajachel.
Edgar
Excellent, 3 years ago
Great place!
Erika
Excellent, 4 years ago
María Elena's villa is beautiful, it is one of the few places in panajachel of its type, well located, parking lot and super recommended pool to rest as a family, the pool and is not heated so in cold weather it is to take it into account but in the heat it is delicious.. surely we will return nothing is missing
Terry
Excellent, 4 years ago
Wonderful place to stay, clean, big, close to everything. Just wish not so many dogs in Panajachel barking and pooping everywhere....
Nelson
Excellent, 4 years ago
A good place to be with your family
Jorge
Excellent, 4 years ago
nice and good
Margarita
Excellent, 4 years ago
Excellent location, service, the house is incredible, equipped and comfortable for the whole family. The pool is beautiful, in addition to the jacuzzi has hot water and everything is very clean. 100% recommended.
Juan
Excellent, 4 years ago
Great place to spend time with the family when visiting Panajachel. Walking distance from the lake and food stores. Highly recommended. Place is clean and facilities are great.
Host Response
Thank you for your feedback. We look forward to seeing you.
Alvaro
Excellent, 4 years ago
Great place to stay All that you can expect and such more more even things that i did not imagine
Estuardo
Good, 4 years ago
Very nice house Everything is great
Chris
Excellent, 4 years ago
Awesome place! Will recommend always.
Roxana
Excellent, 4 years ago
Excellent and cozy place to share with the family. Good communication and kindness.
Luis
Excellent, 4 years ago
Villa Cocos is a very nice and central place in Panajachel, very well equipped to receive guests and with excellent attention, you can't want anything else for a comfortable stay. Highly recommended.
Petter
Excellent, 4 years ago
A very cozy, clean and very nice place. Well-equipped, we had everything we needed.
Jessica
Good, 4 years ago
(English below) This location is great! You are minutes away from the docks and Lake Atitlán only minutes away. Villas are also located near great restaurants like Deli Jazmin and several great cafes, including I love you on the other side of the street. Panajachel's nightlife is higher up in town, about 10 minutes on foot. You can also walk into town to see the market and grocery stores. The venue has a large wall that protects it from the outside and a person who is available almost 24 hours a day for any needs they may have on the villa premises. To enter the property of the villas, you must ring the bell each time, but you have a set of keys for your private villa to enter. There are 4 small villas or houses that are all located together within the property. The 4 villas share a common space that includes a small pool, pool for infants, hot tub, ping pong table, foosball table, and grill. We visited in December so the pool water was very cold to use the pool even in the day. The jacuzzi was a little hot but not like other jacuzzis. We noticed that the villas workers were trying to compose it but the water didn't warm up well during our visit. Each of the 4 villas is identical from the inside. On the main floor of each villa there is a kitchen, dining room and living room. Next to the living room, separated by a door, is the master bedroom with a private bath. Upstairs there are two loft/loft type sleeping spaces, one with two queen/double beds and one with a queen/double size bed. The two sleeping spaces on the top floor are loft/loft spaces and do not have full walls that separate them from the rest of the house. This means that people who sleep upstairs have no privacy. The house is made for a couple sleeping in the master bedroom and the kids upstairs. Or if this is a group of adults, just be aware that people sleeping on the top floor will not have privacy. There is a shared bathroom upstairs. The bathrooms and house were fully equipped for sleeping, cooking, and eating. While there was hot water for the house, just keep in mind that hot water lasts about 10 minutes, making quick showers the best. Overall, we had a great stay and loved the quiet, quiet quiet space. We hope to visit again! / This location is great! You are just a few minutes from the docks and Lake Atitlán. The Villas are also located near some great restaurants like Deli Jazmin and several great coffee shops including I love you across the street. The Panajachel nightlife is further up into town about a 10 minute walk. You can also walk up into town for the market and grocery stores. The location has a large wall protecting it from the outside and a person who is available almost 24 hours a day with any needs you may have on the premises of the villas. To get into the villas property you have to ring the doorbell each time but you have a set of keys for your private villa to enter. There are 4 small villas or houses that are all situated together within the property. The 4 villas share a common space that includes a small pool, a baby pool, a jacuzzi, a ping pong table, a foosball table and a grill. We visited in December and the pool water was too cold to use the pool even during the day. The jacuzzi itself was a bit hot but not like other hot tubs. We noticed that the villa workers were trying to fix it but the water did not warm up well during our visit. Each of the 4 villas are identical in their layout. On the main floor of each villa there is a kitchen, dining room and living room. Next to the living room, separated by a door is the master bedroom with a private bathroom. Upstairs are two loft sleeping spaces, one with two queen size beds and one with one queen size bed. The two upstairs sleeping spaces are loft spaces and do not have full walls separating them from the rest of the house. This means that the people sleeping upstairs do not have any privacy. The home is really made for one couple sleeping in the master bedroom and the children upstairs. Or if it's a group of all adults just note that the people sleeping upstairs will not have any privacy. There is a shared bathroom upstairs. The bathrooms and house was fully equipped for sleeping, cooking and eating. While there was hot water for the house, just note that the hot water lasts about 10 minute so quick showers are the best. Overall we had a great stay and loved the quiet and calm space. We look forward to visiting again!
Ile
Excellent, 5 years ago
Everything is super nice, to have a good family break!
Host Response
I'm glad they liked it, I hope they come back.
Waleska
Excellent, 5 years ago
The villa complex is perfect for going with several family members or a group of friends. The pergola and pool space are super spacious and can be enjoyed very well.
Carla
Excellent, 5 years ago
Quiet place, nice to rest and get out of the stress, everything is close, shops, restaurants, craft market, I recommend it at 100
Ricardo Jose
Excellent, 5 years ago
A very nice villa with an excellent location, excellent communication for a relaxed and family stay
Chente
Excellent, 5 years ago
Excellent place to get there with the family, it is a pleasant environment without much bulla, the spaces to share are very good, the pool, Jacuzzi, ping pong table, futio and churrasqueras... And the houses inside are cozy, quite equipped and have everything to spend a few days relaxed