We stayed at hotel la Catedral for one night when returning from a trip to Livingston and after a long bus ride, we were delighted to find that the hotel has one of those lovely courtyard gardens that lurk behind many a closed door in Antigua. This one is exceptionally beautiful. Fountains, manicured gardens, artwork in heavy carved frames, niches with statuary all surrounded by covered stone patio with tables and comfy chairs, including warm blankets for chilly evenings, it's so inviting to sit and relax. The hotel is ideally located, just a block from the Central Park and the cathedral. We were greeted by a friendly concierge who speaks English and a lovely young women who escorted us to our room off the courtyard. The room was also a delight, with a king size bed with an elegant half-canopy and brocaded comforter and beautiful bathroom with vessel sink and rain shower. The only downside was the inexplicable lack of a bath mat. Everything else was perfect. After settling in, we were given a very large and very welcome glass of wine, complements of the management, which we drank while admiring the gardens. Pure bliss. A full breakfast, included in the $125 price of the room, was served under the portico overlooking the sunny garden. The whole experience was wonderful and we almost hated to leave. We would certainly recommend this hotel as a convenient and romantic place to stay...We stayed at hotel la Catedral for one night when returning from a trip to Livingston and after a long bus ride, we were delighted to find that the hotel has one of those lovely courtyard gardens that lurk behind many a closed door in Antigua. This one is exceptionally beautiful. Fountains, manicured gardens, artwork in heavy carved frames, niches with statuary all surrounded by covered stone patio with tables and comfy chairs, including warm blankets for chilly evenings, it's so inviting to sit and relax. The hotel is ideally located, just a block from the Central Park and the cathedral.

We were greeted by a friendly concierge who speaks English and a lovely young women who escorted us to our room off the courtyard. The room was also a delight, with a king size bed with an elegant half-canopy and brocaded comforter and beautiful bathroom with vessel sink and rain shower. The only downside was the inexplicable lack of a bath mat. Everything else was perfect.

After settling in, we were given a very large and very welcome glass of wine, complements of the management, which we drank while admiring the gardens. Pure bliss. A full breakfast, included in the $125 price of the room, was served under the portico overlooking the sunny garden. The whole experience was wonderful and we almost hated to leave. We would certainly recommend this hotel as a convenient and romantic place to stay in Antigua.More