THE VIEW from guest perspective. Balcony or terrace POV. Lake stretching in both directions, bay of Santiago in center distance, all 4 volcanoes (San Pedro, Toliman, Atitlan, Fuego on horizon). Golden hour. Expansive, elevated, mind-opening. 16:9 minimum.
Lake Atitlan, Guatemala
Where the View
Opens Your Mind
A volcanic cliffside sanctuary 5,400 feet above one of Earth's most extraordinary lakes. Four volcanoes. Panoramic views that stretch for miles. All-inclusive wellness stays where the land itself supports your transformation.
All-inclusive · from $83/night · 1-night minimum
Wide panoramic of Lake Atitlan showing caldera scale. Volcanoes rising from water, caldera rim visible in distance. Blue hour or dramatic cloud light. 21:9 aspect. No people.
Geological Foundation
Born from a Supervolcano.
Shaped by 80,000 Years of Fire and Water.
79,500 years ago, one of Earth's most violent geological events collapsed a supervolcano inward on itself. The void filled with water. Three new volcanoes rose from within the crater. What remained is Lake Atitlan. A body of water held inside a ring of fire.
Fire and water in direct contact. Destruction that created the conditions for life. This is not metaphor. The volcanic soil is among the most mineral-rich on Earth. The caldera walls channel winds that keep the air pristine. The depth of the lake regulates temperature across the basin. Every ecological condition here exists because something was first destroyed and then reborn.
Cultures across the world have recognized places like this, where elemental forces converge, as sites of transformation. The Maya settled this lake for the same reason. The science confirms what they understood intuitively: when fire meets water at scale, the land that forms carries a different charge.
Your body responds to this convergence whether you believe in it or not. The altitude increases red blood cell production. The negative ions generated by the lake surface shift your neurochemistry toward calm. The constant low-frequency sound of water against volcanic rock has been shown to lower cortisol.
These are measurable physiological responses, documented in altitude medicine and environmental health research. They also happen to describe what every spiritual tradition calls an energetic portal: a place where the ordinary conditions of life are suspended and something deeper becomes accessible.
People come to Loma planning to rest. They leave having confronted something. The land has a way of surfacing what you have been carrying. The elevation, the silence, the raw geological power of this place. It creates the conditions where inner work happens on its own. Not because someone prescribed it, but because the noise finally stops and what remains is you.
Other retreats sit beside a lake. Loma sits inside a geological event that has been creating the conditions for transformation for 80,000 years.
79,500
Years Old
The caldera that holds this lake
5,400
Feet Elevation
Cool highland air, near the equator
4
Volcanoes Visible
Including active Fuego on the horizon
Close-up of air plants (tillandsia) growing on volcanic rock or tree branches at Loma. Morning dew, soft natural light. Macro/detail feel. 4:3 aspect. No people.
Loma's hillside vegetation. Lush, dense, diverse tropical plants on volcanic terrain. Sense of wildness and biodiversity. Wide angle. 4:3 aspect. No people.
The Microclimate
Reserve-Grade Land. Private Sanctuary.
Look at the steep volcanic shoreline surrounding Lake Atitlan. Nearly all of it is dedicated to nature reserves. The geography here, volcanic soil, caldera-channeled winds, elevation near the equator, creates a microclimate so ecologically unique that the land is protected by default.
Loma sits on one of the only privately held properties with this same terrain. The proof is growing on the trees: dozens of varieties of air plants (tillandsia) cling to branches and volcanic rock across the property. These epiphytes thrive only where air quality, humidity, and elevation intersect perfectly. They are living indicators that this land is ecologically extraordinary.
The Xocomil wind, warm Pacific air meeting cool northern air over the caldera, keeps this air in constant circulation. No pollution, no industrial haze, no stagnant heat. Clean air reduces the workload on your cardiovascular system. Your parasympathetic nervous system activates naturally. Combined with this elevation, your immune system strengthens during your stay.
You are staying on land that nature itself deemed worth protecting. The reserves have the same air plants, the same microclimate, the same geology. They just don't have a bed, a chef, or a wellness program.
What This Means for Your Body
Cardiovascular Relaxation
Heart and lungs work less in pristine air
Immune Activation
White blood cell production increases at this elevation
Parasympathetic Dominance
Body shifts into rest and recovery naturally
Persistent Changes
Benefits continue for weeks after leaving
Why This Is Rare
The steep volcanic shoreline of Lake Atitlan is almost entirely nature reserves and protected land. Loma is one of the only private properties on this terrain, a gift to Thierry for his role in post-war reconciliation with the village of Tzununa.
Full-bleed panoramic VIEW from guest perspective. Bay of Santiago, all 4 volcanoes. Golden hour. 21:9 or 3:1 aspect. Can include silhouette figure for scale.
Biophilic Architecture
Built Into, Not Onto
Stone pathway at Loma following the natural hillside contour. Volcanic rock texture, tropical plants flanking both sides. Morning light. Path curving with terrain. 3:2 aspect. No people.
The Materials Speak
Every material in this sanctuary comes from the land. Stone quarried from this mountain forms the paths and retaining walls. Giant tree trunks with bark visible, knots intact, form the primary beams. These are not decorative choices. They are structural patterns your nervous system recognizes as natural and trustworthy.
The Layout Follows Contour
Rather than flattening the hillside, every building follows the natural slope. Your bungalow sits with refuge on one side and expansive view on the other. This is prospect and refuge: your evolutionary need to see without being seen, to feel both protected and aware.
A Loma bungalow built into the hillside. Natural wood beams, stone foundation, open balcony facing lake. Building feels part of the landscape. 3:2 aspect. No people.
Interior detail. Natural wood beam with bark visible, fiber lampshade diffusing warm light, floor-to-ceiling window with jungle/lake view. Inside-outside boundary feels blurred. 3:2 aspect. No people.
Healthy Buildings
Natural fiber lampshades diffuse light softly. Windows span entire walls, dissolving the boundary between inside and outside. Sanded wood never stripped of character. You are surrounded by authentic natural elements your body recognizes. This is biophilic design: buildings that actively contribute to your wellbeing rather than passively housing you.
Modern Infrastructure, Remote Setting
Building on a volcanic cliffside in rural Guatemala required solving infrastructure problems most properties here never attempt. Loma runs on full modern plumbing with a proper septic system, something almost nonexistent at Lake Atitlan, where most properties rely on composting systems or waste bins. Water is solar-heated, with an electric backup the staff switch over to on cloudy days, so there is a hot, comfortable shower waiting in every room at any time, rain or shine. Wi-Fi throughout the property, in every room, the shala, and the dining room, so there is always a place to work if needed. Filtered drinking water in the dining room and shala, and water pumped from the lake on solar power. The setting is remote. The comfort standard is not.
Bathroom detail. Clean modern fixtures, natural stone or wood surfaces, warm towels, plant on shelf, natural light from window. Feels luxurious but organic. 3:2 aspect. No people.
Incidental Activity
Movement Without
Thinking About It
The contoured design creates what health researchers call incidental physical activity. You move constantly without noticing. Steps to the dining room. A descent to the shala. Curved paths that engage different muscle groups than straight ones.
Research shows that short bouts of activity under 3 minutes, spread throughout the day, reduce cardiac event risk more effectively than structured exercise. The 350 steps from restaurant to waterfront deliver these benefits automatically.
350 Steps to the Water
A constant, low-level cardiovascular stimulus built into your daily navigation
Curved Paths, Not Straight Lines
Walking natural contours engages stabilizing muscles and feels like geography, not construction
Multi-Elevation Living
Moving between levels throughout the day provides cardio protection without a gym
Arrive to Rest, Leave Stronger
Better cardiovascular markers and more muscular engagement than you expected
The Amenities
Spaces to Move, Rest & Gather
Everything at Loma is built around the lake and the land. These are the spaces you will live in day to day — each one open to the view, each one designed for a different kind of restoration.
Movement
The Shala
The shala opens to the east, so morning practice happens as the sun lifts over the volcanoes and the lake is at its stillest — glassy, silver, completely silent. It is the kind of view that does the centering for you before the first breath.
Everything you need is already here. We provide mats, blocks, and straps, and a full sound system carries the teacher and the music cleanly across the space. Arrive with nothing but yourself.
- Yoga mats, blocks & straps provided
- Full sound system
- Opens east over the lake
- Sunrise during morning classes
Water
The Pool
Set into the hillside with the lake and volcanoes laid out below, the pool is where the day slows down — a swim after movement, an afternoon in the sun, a quiet float while the light changes over the water.
- Lake & volcano views
- Open daily
- Sun deck & loungers
Heat
The Wood-Fired Sauna
Heated by a wood-fired stove, the sauna builds a deep, dry heat you feel settle into your bones. We keep essential oils on hand to pour over the hot rocks — the water hits the stones, releases into steam, and the whole room turns aromatic.
A window looks straight out over the lake, so even mid-sweat you stay connected to the water and the sky. It is the perfect close to a cold-water swim or a long day on the land.
- Wood-fired heat
- Essential-oil steam over hot rocks
- Lake-view window
- Pairs with a cold lake swim
Nourish
The Dining Room
Meals are served family-style at a long communal table, with the lake and volcanoes open along one side. Eating together is part of the design — conversations start here, and so do most of the friendships guests leave with.
A tea station stays stocked throughout the day, so there is always something warm to pour between sessions, with a view that never gets old.
- Lake & volcano views
- Self-serve tea station
- Community-style seating
- Three meals daily — plant, animal & fasting paths
The Lake
The Waterfront
At the bottom of the property the land meets the lake. There is a cliff-jumping platform for the brave, clear deep water for swimming, and a dock where boats pull in to pick guests up for trips across the lake.
The climb back up is part of the ritual — the same 350 steps that connect the water to the heart of the property, and the reason a morning swim doubles as the day’s first workout.
- Cliff-jumping platform
- Swimming off the dock
- Boat pick-up point
- Direct lake access
14
Rooms
28
Guests at full buyout
5,400 ft
Elevation
4
Volcanoes in view
30 min
Boat from Panajachel
from $83
Per night, all-inclusive
All-Inclusive
Every Stay Includes
Three farm-to-table meals daily — plant, animal, or fasting paths
Daily yoga & movement classes on the shala
Pool, wood-fired sauna & lakefront access
Filtered drinking water throughout
Wi-Fi in every room, the shala & the dining room
Boat and shuttle transfers arranged for you
Massage, healing sessions, and adventures are available as add-ons. See what a week at Loma looks like →
The Rhythm
A Day at Loma
Sunrise
Movement on the shala as the sun clears the volcanoes and the lake turns to glass.
Morning
Farm-to-table breakfast at the communal table, tea station always on.
Midday
Swim, sweat in the sauna, or simply rest by the pool with the view.
Afternoon
An optional massage, a cliff jump into the lake, or a walk through the gardens.
Evening
Dinner together, then quiet under some of the clearest stars you will ever see.
Hosting a retreat?
Take the whole sanctuary — up to 28 guests across all 14 rooms, with the shala, meals, AV, and a dedicated support team handled for you.
The Layout
Find Your Place on the Land
Loma steps down the hillside from the shala to the water. Every room is named and placed on the map below — so you know exactly where you'll wake up, and how the shala, pool, sauna, dining room, and dock all connect.
Your Room
Choose Your Room
During booking, you can arrange private transfers from Guatemala City, including flights, shuttles, and boats.
Kind Words
What Guests Say
Loma changed the way I think about rest. Every detail, the food, the views, the people, was intentional and deeply nourishing.
"This place is magic. Waking up to the lake, moving my body on the shala, eating incredible food. I didn't want to leave."
"If you need to reconnect with yourself and nature, there is no better place. The team genuinely cares about every guest."
Our Story
A Legacy of Service
Thierry and Maria portrait, or the Loma grounds during their era. Warm, historic feel. The stewards who built this sacred place. 4:5 aspect.
Thierry & Maria
The stewards who built this sacred place
The land where Loma stands carries a story most places never earn. After Guatemala's civil war, Thierry, a quiet force for reconciliation, helped broker peace in the highland communities surrounding Lake Atitlan. In gratitude, the village of Tzununa gifted him this clifftop parcel above the lake.
This was no ordinary gesture. The steep, volcanic geography along these shores is almost entirely dedicated to nature reserves and protected land. Private ownership here is exceptionally rare, a reflection of just how deeply Thierry was trusted by the community.
Together with his wife Maria, Thierry built a home on the hillside and devoted their lives to serving Tzununa. They were beloved figures in the village, revered for their generosity, their quiet leadership, and their deep respect for the land and the people who call it home.
Khalob Freeborn
Founder of Loma de Atitlan
Khalob Freeborn is a visionary entrepreneur with a background in marketing and technology who felt a pull toward something deeper. After years building businesses in the digital world, he answered the call to create a place where wellness isn't a weekend escape. It's the foundation of every day.
When the opportunity arose to steward the land that Thierry and Maria had poured their hearts into, Khalob recognized it for what it was: a blessing and a responsibility. He was entrusted with Loma, not just the property, but the legacy of service and community that came with it.
Today, Khalob is building on that foundation. Loma de Atitlan is his vision brought to life: a sanctuary where deep rest, conscious movement, nourishing food, and genuine human connection aren't luxuries. They're the baseline. Every detail, from the permaculture garden to the daily schedule, is shaped by the belief that the rhythm of wellness should be the rhythm of life.
About Loma
Meet the Team
Antonio
Team Member
Andres
Team Member
Rosaria
Team Member
Fransisca
Team Member
Alejandra portrait. Outdoor at Loma, natural light, genuine expression, lake visible in soft background. 1:1 square.
Alejandra
Team Member
Marta portrait. Outdoor at Loma, natural light, warm expression, lush greenery background. 1:1 square.
Marta
Team Member
Diego
Team Member
Jose
Team Member
Good to Know
Frequently Asked
How do I get to Loma de Atitlán?
Fly into Guatemala City (GUA), then take a roughly 3-hour shuttle to Panajachel. From Panajachel, it's a 30-minute lancha (boat) across Lake Atitlán to our dock in Tzununá. You can also reach us by road and tuk tuk through the village — the road is rough and not suited to cars, and there is no parking at Loma, but we're happy to recommend secure parking nearby. We can arrange all transport for you.
What is included in the stay?
All stays are all-inclusive: accommodation, three farm-to-table meals daily (plant, animal, or fasting paths), daily yoga and movement classes, pool and wood-fired sauna access, filtered drinking water, and Wi-Fi. Massage, healing sessions, and adventures are available as add-ons.
What are the room types and prices?
We have 14 rooms across four types: Lake View Bungalows (queen + single, private ensuite, 2–3 guests), Lake View Bungalows with Bunk (queen + bunk, private ensuite, 3–4 guests), Sunrise View Private (queen, shared bath, 1–2 guests), and Sunrise View Bunk (bunk, shared bath, 1–2 guests). All-inclusive rates from $83/night for 1 guest, depending on season, room type, and length of stay. One-night minimum.
Can I host a retreat at Loma?
Yes. We offer full sanctuary buyouts for retreat leaders and facilitators — all 14 rooms, up to 28 guests, with meals, the shala, AV equipment, pool, sauna, and a dedicated support team. See hosting options →
Is there a day pass option?
Yes. Our Wellness Day Pass runs daily from 7:30am to 5:00pm. The Essential Pass includes movement classes, sauna, meals, pool and lake access; the Premium Pass adds a 60-minute Mayan massage. View day passes →
Getting Here
Your Journey to Loma
Part of the magic is the arrival. Three easy legs from the airport — and we can arrange every one of them for you.
Fly to Guatemala City
Direct flights from 12+ cities into GUA
Travel to the Lake
3.5–4 hours by private or shared shuttle
Cross the Lake
30-minute lancha straight to our dock
By boat
The lancha pulls right up to our dock — the classic, beautiful way in. We can arrange it for you.
By road & tuk tuk
Reachable through Tzununá village. The road is rough and not suited to cars, and there's no parking at Loma — but we'll gladly point you to secure parking nearby.
Where We Are
Lomas de Tzununá, Aldea Tzununá Sector Chalets
Tzununá, Sololá 07014
Guatemala
Coordinates: 14.711, -91.207
Need help getting here?
Phone: +502 4316 7566
Email: info@lomadeatitlan.com
WhatsApp available
When to Visit
Dry Season (Nov - Apr)
Sunny days, cool mornings. Light layers and sunscreen.
Green Season (May - Oct)
Clear mornings, dramatic afternoon storms, lush landscapes. Rain jacket recommended.
What to Bring
- Comfortable clothing for yoga and movement
- Light layers for cool mornings and evenings
- Swimsuit for the pool and lake
- Hiking shoes for volcano treks and nature walks
- Sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses
- Rain jacket (especially May - October)
- Reusable water bottle (we are zero-plastic)
- Journal or book for rest time
Live Weather
7-Day Forecast
Your Stay Awaits
Ready to Experience Loma?
Begin your journey to rest, rhythm, and reconnection above Lake Atitlán.
All-inclusive from $83/night · one-night minimum · we'll help arrange every leg of the trip