Hotel Isleta de Gaia Guatemala




			Hotel

		You will find useful information about Isleta de Gaia in Press-Book.

		LOCATION Isleta de Gaia is located on a long Island of sand between the splendid Chiquimulilla Canal and the Pacific Ocean in the south coast of Guatemala. At only 2h30 from Guatemala Ciudad and from San Salvador, this is a Virgin Tropical Spot. A 30 minutes cruise on the Chiquimulilla river (sea water) among an extensive mangrove area will provide you a wonderful introduction to the world of Isleta de Gaia. (see page: Discover for details)

		Designed by architect Cristopher Egan, Isleta de Gaia’s architecture harmonises perfectly with the gorgeous location of this tropical Island. Each of our bungalows is tastefully decorated using the best works we found on the Pacific coasts in Mexico and Costa Rica.

		Isleta de Gaia is unique and is one of the best places to stay by the central america Pacific Coast Let’s enjoy this tropical spot !

	BUNGALOW TYPES


	We propose 12 indépendent bungalows 1 Double V.I.P. (4 to 6 persons) , 3 Two floors (5 to 6 persons) , 8 Simples (1 to 3 persons)



	All Bungalows are furnished & are equipped with:

	- Quality bed with mosquito net - Electric fan - Bathroom (fresh water shower,toilets) - Hammocks - Balcony or terrace




		V.I.P Bungalow



	2 floors bungalow


	3 vistas available : Laguna - Pacific Ocean - Garden / swimming pool


	Laguna Chiquimulilla (Vista from Isleta de Gaia)


	Beach door


	Swimming-pool & V.I.P bungalow


	RESTAURANT

	Located on the beach, our restaurant offers a superb view of the Pacific Ocean.


	Our French Chef, naturally composed our carte from a large choice of local gastronomic resources : fish, crustacean, tropical fruits and vegetables. We offers a combination of traditional and Mediterranean food. (Italian, French, Spanish). A cocktail-bar is at our guests’ disposal.


	SERVICES


	- Fresh Water Swimming-Pool (100 m3) - Guided Visits of the Mangrove - Transport Services Guatemala & Antigua - Satelital phone and internet system - Email service (reception only) - Boogie Surf Board - Kayac


	ARCHITECTURE CONCEPT

	Located between the most beautiful Guatemalan Pacific beach and the peaceful riverside of the Chiquimulilla canal, Isleta de Gaia is composed of 12 individual bungalows designed by Prof. Christopher Egan. Note: Have a look to the Tim Street-Porter's book "Casa Mexicana" or “Houses of the Pacific” by Marie-Pierre Colle (ALTI Publishing-California). Palm roofs and colorful paints provide this small village a mood, an atmosphere, an aura of coherence natural beauty. Gardens include cocotrees, palm trees, bougainviliers and almond trees. The restaurant has a boundless double view (ocean and canal). It is combined with a clear water swiming pool edged by a large terrace. Natural materials are privileged. (palm leaves, conacaste, mangle...)

	ENVIRONMENT

	Building in this fantastic place has not been easy. Drinkable water and electricity failures combined with our will to comply with the strict NO CONTAMINATION rules lead us to seek for uncommon systems in Guatemala. Water supply: Remote wells have been built on the other side of the Chiquimulilla canal where an untouched natural water pool has been found. A large 2 kms long tube network has been installed to supply Isleta de Gaia with pure fresh water. Water treatment: Contrary to what is usually done in the country, we decide not to use absorption wells. A set of four septic tanks combined with a large oxidation field has been installed. This system avoids having to build on more than a fifth of our land surface.... Biodegradable soap and a kitchen oil special treatment complete the system. Electricity: Thanks to the direct help of President Alvaro Arzu and Vice-president Luis Flores, we managed to get connected to the electrical national network. Wood supply: Roof structures are all made according to local style. Palm leaves on a mangle roof structure. Our use of mangle has been largely compensated by our investment in planting 6000 red mangle through a local foundation “Vida Verde” (“Green life”). Note : We are testing a “Tortugario” which is installed at the site in order to raise and protect small Parlama and Baule (local sea turtles) until they can be free in the Pacific Ocean.

	We are proud to have created a Stylish Boutique hotel as well as an healthy and non-contaminating place. Combining the gorgeous “spot” of this tropical Island and a serious and tastefull work in archtecture and decoration, Isleta de Gaia is a great place to enjoy !