Locations - Where to Live in Guatemala

Where to live in Guatemala: Antigua, Guatemala City, Lake Atitlan, Xela, and more. Real costs, safety, internet, and lifestyle breakdown by location.

Explore our detailed guides to Guatemala’s most popular destinations:

Antigua Guatemala – Colonial charm, Spanish schools, and the most walkable town in Guatemala
Guatemala City – The capital with the best infrastructure, healthcare, and nightlife
Lake Atitlan – The world’s most beautiful lake with 12 unique Maya towns
Quetzaltenango (Xela) – The cheapest highland city with the best Spanish immersion
Tikal – Ancient Maya temples rising above the Peten jungle