Must-see nightlife in Panajachel

  • Crossroads Café

    Panajachel

    This cafe has made Panajachel a major crossroads for coffee aficionados. When he's not roasting beans, the Bay Area owner/head barista spends his time…

  • La Palapa

    Panajachel

    As the name suggests, this party center unfolds beneath a thatched-roof shelter (actually two), with a beachy ambience. It's popular with volunteer…

  • Pana Rock Café

    Panajachel

    Like a Hard Rock by the lake, this lively little pub hosts plugged-in bands nightly from 9pm. It's popular with Guatemala City youth, who settle in for…

  • Sunset Café

    Panajachel

    This open-air lounge at the end of Calle Santander is the place to enjoy those dream-like volcano sundowns. In high season, there's live music Friday to…

  • Café Loco

    Panajachel

    This Korean-run cafe is heaven for coffee connoisseurs. The youthful staff set up a formidable range of espresso variations, from 'Brown Cloud' (a small…

  • 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…

  • 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…