The cabaña is very authentic and charming, well located in the center of San Juan in a neighborhood that is little touristy, all what we were looking for. Javier and Maria were incredible host, very interesting, passionate and humanist but also very generous (they offered me an herbal tea when I was sick). The view is just stunning and the place has all the comfort needed (even hot shower). We would recommend it to anyone coming to Atitlan.

The garden area and outdoor shower were lovely to relax in. The beds and room were clean and tidy, with towel and soap/shampoo provided. Host was extremely attentive and available to us. Nice part of town if you like being nestled amongst the locals. Easy walking distance to local cooking classes and beautiful muralled streets. View of mountain is beautiful (if you are staying in the upper suite).

Finding it was a challenge as it is through a few back lanes, but a local kindly called him for us to direct us. Booking indicated we would have balcony and mountain view, but ended up having the garden level suite and another guest had the upstairs room with the view. However, we were allowed to enjoy the balcony when she had checked out. No fridge or cutlery/plates, though if needed our host kindly offered to make use of his own from his home (I just wish we didn't have to bother him to ask for things like this). There is a local gang of dogs that belong to a neighbor that fight quite loud and aggressively each night, but they never gave us any trouble when we were walking to or from the place. However, it was unsettling. Lastly, perhaps I missed this in the booking details, but the Temescal (Mayan sauna) is not only additional cost to the booking (150 Q per person per hour), but significantly more expensive than other local ones (we enjoyed one for 70 per person per hour that had its cold tub with a lake view in San Pedro). Overall, the place was nice and hosts lovely, but felt overpriced compared to our other stays.