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Pinkse360
  7/21/2022 16:16 EST

Hello all.

My girlfriend and I are looking to stay in one place for one or, possibly, two months. We are thinking Xela or Guatemala city, or open to anywhere that is inexpensive.
What do people recommend?

Where would be the best place to look for a short term rental?
I'm thinking there is somewhere better/cheaper than Airbnb.
Any advice is welcomed.
Thank you.

gonetopana
  7/21/2022 21:05 EST

First question is what are you able to afford, second what are you looking to get from the area you live in. If for example you have $500/month or mare and you are looking for a relaxing life style with little drama I would suggest Lake Atitlan. If you don’t mind looking over your shoulder high crime, and the hustle and bustle of a large city I’d think about living in Guatemala City, rent there is between $250 and $2000 per month. Then there’s Antigua where the rents are edging a bit higher. Celia has a mix of all of the above, and rents which probably range very much in line with Guatemala City, but in my opinion much better.

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AtitlanArtist
  7/21/2022 17:13 EST

If you are on FaceBook, join the various community groups for the cities that interest you. If you ask about rentals and give your price range, people will tell you if they have something available. Here are just a few....
Expats Living in Guatemala (countrywide but many live in Antigua): https://www.facebook.com/groups/536886573021163

Xela eXpat and Travelers Community
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1007911119250156

Panajachel Community Group
https://www.facebook.com/groups/206306132873646

Gringos of Santiago Atitlan
https://www.facebook.com/groups/134039129657

Santa Cruz la Laguna (Lake Atitlan)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/584045358349543

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