Hobbitenango is a hobbit-themed mountain park and small hotel in Vuelta Grande, about 25 minutes above Antigua Guatemala. The day pass is $8 for adults and $6 for children aged 4 to 10; the round-trip shuttle from the park’s office in Antigua is another $8 per person. It is open every day from 8:00 to 18:00, and the ticket already includes the giant swing, archery, axe throwing and mini golf.
This page was rebuilt on 25 September 2026 from the park’s own website (home, day-pass, casitas, menu and Adventure pages). The older version of this page listed zip lines, a rope-bridge course, a table of paid extras (Q50-150), named trails of up to three hours, food prices, 9:00-17:00 hours, a 2,600 m elevation and a location in San Cristóbal El Alto. None of those appear on those pages, and several contradict it (the swing and archery are included; the hours are 8:00-18:00; the park gives its location as Vuelta Grande and the swing’s altitude as 2,500 m), so they are gone.
Quick facts
| Item | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Vuelta Grande, Antigua Guatemala | Park site |
| Hours | Every day, 08:00-18:00 | Park home page |
| Day pass, adult | $8 | Park day-pass page |
| Day pass, child (4-10) | $6 | Park day-pass page |
| Shuttle, round trip from Antigua | +$8 per person | Park day-pass page |
| Shuttle departure point | Park office, 3a Avenida Norte 20A, Antigua | Park day-pass page |
| Ride time | About 25 minutes | Park site |
| Giant swing altitude | 2,500 m, 200 lb limit | Park day-pass page |
| Property for trails | 2 hectares | Park day-pass page |
| Viewpoints | 12+ | Park site |
| Phone | +502 7758 9594 | Park site |
| Time needed | Half day to full day | Park day-pass page |
All prices are in US dollars as the park publishes them; see today’s exchange rate for the quetzal amount.
What the $8 ticket includes
The park’s day-pass page, read 25 September 2026, lists these as included with admission:
- Giant swing at 2,500 m above sea level, with a 200 lb weight limit.
- Archery, axe and machete throwing and other fair-style games.
- 7-hole mini golf.
- More than 12 viewpoints, including El Coloso, the stone-hand viewpoint, with views on clear days toward the Pacaya, Agua, Fuego, Acatenango and Atitlán volcanoes.
- Forest trails within a 2-hectare property, with green areas and shade.
- The Hobbit Village: themed casitas and scenes to explore and photograph.
- Hammocks and green areas, and a children’s play area near the buffet.
- Secure parking at the base and the park’s internal transport from the car park to the entrance.
Not included: the shuttle from Antigua (+$8), food and drink, and the overnight casitas. None of the park’s pages we read (home, day pass, casitas, menu and Adventure) mentions a zip line or a rope-bridge course; its Adventure page is an Acatenango overnight with Guatencantada (listed at $124, with free park admission and transport).
The park’s page presents the day in three layers: walking the mountain between viewpoints, the games, and pauses for food and coffee.
The shuttle from Antigua
| Direction | Times |
|---|---|
| Antigua to the park | 08:00-10:00 and 14:00-16:00 |
| Park to Antigua | 09:00-11:00, then 13:00, 15:00, 17:00 and 18:00 |
The shuttle leaves from the park’s office at 3a Avenida Norte 20A, Antigua. The park asks you to arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled departure; at the office you can also buy tickets, book a shuttle slot or ask questions. The ride takes about 25 minutes. For transport, groups and high-demand dates, the park advises coordinating in advance; groups of 10 or more are asked to contact its sales team.
If you drive, the park’s ticket includes secure parking at its base and the internal ride from the car park to the entrance.
Food
The park runs a bistro and a buffet on weekends and public holidays; the buffet can be added when you buy the ticket. Its menu is a PDF on the park’s site. We did not reproduce prices from it because its layout does not tie each price clearly to a dish.
Staying the night: the casitas
The park rents three hobbit-style casitas, built into the mountain with natural materials, per its casitas page:
| Casita | Guests | Beds |
|---|---|---|
| La Casita del Sueño | 2 | 1 double bed |
| La Casita del Nido | 4 | Double bed + sleeping nook |
| La Cala Esmeralda | 6 | Queen + trundle sofa bed |
All three have a private bathroom with hot shower, a fireplace and a private outdoor patio. The page publishes no nightly rate; bookings are handled through the park’s WhatsApp and its casitas booking site.
If you would rather sleep in town, Antigua is 25 minutes down the hill.
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Planning the visit
| Step | Time | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Be at the Antigua office | 30 minutes before your shuttle | Park |
| First shuttle up | From 08:00 | Park |
| At the park | Half a day to a full day | Park |
| Last shuttle down | 18:00 | Park |
| Park closes | 18:00 | Park |
The park says the volcano views are on clear days; it does not say which months or hours are clearest. Our Antigua weather page has the current forecast.
Costs at a glance
| Item | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Day pass, adult | $8 | Park, read 25 Sep 2026 |
| Day pass, child 4-10 | $6 | Park, read 25 Sep 2026 |
| Shuttle, round trip | $8 per person | Park, read 25 Sep 2026 |
| Giant swing, archery, axes, mini golf | Included | Park, read 25 Sep 2026 |
| Adult with shuttle | $16 | Sum of the two published prices |
Family checkout estimates and cancellation terms
Hobbitenango lists adult entry at $8, child entry at $6 for ages 4 to 10, and optional round-trip Antigua transport at +$8 per person (read 25 October 2026). Its checkout gives these estimates for two adults and two children:
| Configuration | Estimated total |
|---|---|
| Entry, no food or Antigua shuttle | $28.00 |
| Entry and return Antigua transport for all four, no food | $60.00 |
These are checkout estimates before final payment; WeTravel may add transaction charges. Admission includes internal transport from parking to the entrance. Archery, axe and machete throwing, fair games and 7-hole mini golf are included.
Parking: although the day-pass page lists secure parking under the base ticket, checkout separately lists all-day parking at Q20 for cars, Q10 for motorcycles and Q40 for buses.
Hobbitenango’s terms warn of rapidly changing mountain weather and sudden rain. Its general cancellation schedule lists:
| Cancellation or change | Published treatment |
|---|---|
| 35 days or more | 100% refund |
| Between 34 and 10 days | 80% refund |
| Under 10 days | No refund; rescheduling only |
| Date change with 2 days or less | Mandatory 20% logistics fee, subject to availability |
| No-show | Full payment forfeited, without changes or refunds |
The terms distinguish intermediary financial charges from park income and say the park cannot refund those commissions.
Source: Hobbitenango day pass, checkout and terms, read 25 October 2026.
Combine with
- Cerro de la Cruz: the viewpoint walk above Antigua itself.
- Antigua coffee tours and the Antigua volcano day trip guide.
- For a real volcano climb, Acatenango or Volcán de Agua.
Browse all trails in our hiking directory or see all activities.
See also: Antigua Guatemala with Kids: Activity Prices and Ages.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hobbitenango?
An eco-park and fantasy-themed hotel in Vuelta Grande, about 25 minutes from Antigua Guatemala, per the park’s own site. It sells a day pass with viewpoints, games and a hobbit village, rents three hobbit-style casitas for the night, runs a bistro and a weekend buffet, and offers 4x4 trips to Acatenango with a partner operator.
How much does Hobbitenango cost?
The base ticket is $8 for adults and $6 for children, per the park’s day-pass page (read 25 September 2026); the child rate applies from 4 to 10 years old. The round-trip shuttle from the park’s Antigua office is an optional $8 per person on top.
Is the giant swing included in the Hobbitenango ticket?
Yes. The park’s day-pass page lists the giant swing (at 2,500 m, with a 200 lb limit), archery, axe and machete throwing, fair games and 7-hole mini golf as included with admission, along with more than 12 viewpoints and the forest trails. None of the park’s pages we read (home, day pass, casitas, menu and Adventure, 25 September 2026) mentions a zip line.
What are Hobbitenango's opening hours?
Every day from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., per the park’s home page (read 25 September 2026).
How do you get to Hobbitenango from Antigua?
The park’s shuttle leaves from its office at 3a Avenida Norte 20A in Antigua; the ride takes about 25 minutes and costs $8 per person round trip. Shuttles go up between 8:00 and 10:00 and between 14:00 and 16:00, and come down between 9:00 and 11:00 and at 13:00, 15:00, 17:00 and 18:00. Arrive 30 minutes early. If you drive, admission includes secure parking and the park’s internal transport from the car park to the entrance.
How long should I spend at Hobbitenango?
The park says the visit is designed for a half day or a full day, especially if you want to eat, take photos and walk the viewpoints without rushing.
How much is Hobbitenango for two adults and two children?
For two adults and two children in the published 4-to-10 child category, checkout estimates $28.00 for entry or $60.00 with return Antigua transport for all four, without food. WeTravel may add transaction charges before final payment (read 25 October 2026).
