Los Vahos
A natural sauna on the slope south of town, using volcanic geothermal steam, surrounded by pine forest and reachable on foot.
Los Vahos sits in a pine forest on the slope of Cerro Quemado, south of the city, where it uses volcanic steam rising from underground to power simple stone-built saunas. You can steam in the scent of eucalyptus leaves, then cool off with cold water, a routine locals often enjoy to relax. It takes about an hour to walk up from Xela, or you can take a taxi. The facilities are basic and the entry fee is inexpensive. Bring your own towel. The mountain paths are remote, so it’s best to go with others.
Opening hours
About 08:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Cerro Quemado (Almolonga Volcano)
- Casa de la Cultura & Natural History Museum
- Cathedral of the Holy Spirit
- Parque Centroamérica
- Pasaje Enríquez
- Quetzaltenango General Cemetery
- Municipal Theatre of Quetzaltenango
- Cerro El Baúl