Casa Santo Domingo
Casa Santo Domingo graces a former convent, sympathetically restored to emulate its former glory as a leading stronghold for the order of Santo Domingo de Guzman during the 16th century.
Set within walking distance of Antigua’s bustling centre, this extremely attractive hotel offers 128 individual guest rooms occupying former nuns’ quarters. The stately ambience of each room is enriched with wooden vaulted ceilings, custom furnishings including hand carved armoires, a king or two queen-size beds, and original 17th century oil paintings. Many rooms feature a working chimney and the most sumptuous accommodations offer a lounge and dining room with a private terrace or balcony and Jacuzzi.
A tourist attraction in itself, Casa Santo Domingo comprises a working chapel and a cultural museum showcasing a vast collection of religious relics and artefacts recovered during the restoration. Popular with guests, local businessmen and socialites, the charming candlelit restaurant creates sumptuous gourmet delicacies inspired by local recipes and international flavours. Intimate and equally as popular, the cosy bar area is ideal for appetisers.
Of the few flora-filled courtyards at Casa Santo Domingo, the beautiful swimming pool nestles amongst the finest. Set before the dramatic backdrop of Volcan de Agua, featuring an intricately carved stone fountain, and surrounded by an ample sundeck dotted with plenty of sun lounges and parasols, the pool sets a tranquil scene to behold.