The Antigua branch of the Israeli-run hostel on Lago de Atitlán translates well to Antigua's colonial setting: sparsely furnished dorms surround an open courtyard where travelers chill and nosh on healthy Middle Eastern snacks from its restaurant beneath a rainbow canopy. A spectacular roof-terrace bar has a hot tub with volcano views.
There's a moderate party scene, but we were still surprised to see bouncers on the door.