Must-see nightlife in Guatemala

  • Student Pub

    Quetzaltenango

    The apt name of this split-level corner joint might describe any of the beer-guzzling, sports-viewing establishments along the south side of the Pasaje…

  • Café Sky

    Antigua

    This rooftop bar is deservedly popular for sunset drinks and snacks with a panorama, weather permitting. Below deck, there's a candlelit tiki bar with…

  • Chapiteau

    Panajachel

    This strobe-lit disco-bar is the anchor of Pana's little Zona Viva. Check out the phantasmagoric marquee before you cross the threshold – if it doesn't…

  • Lucky Rabbit

    Antigua

    A former cinema, this upstairs space is a popular party bar for backpackers and Antigua's younger crowd. Cheap drinks, banging music and plenty of bar…

  • El Aleph

    Panajachel

    DJs keep the multitudes moving here with a spirited mix of bachata, house, salsa and reggaetón. There are as many discount drinks promotions as there are…

  • Alegre Pub

    San Pedro La Laguna

    Some nights are more alegres than others at this long-running upstairs pub at the corner up from the Pana dock, but it remains a watering hole for San…

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