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Guatemalan coffee is known for being some of the best in the world, producing premium quality coffee beans around the country. Farmers take extra care to deliver consistent, full-bodied flavor from farm to cup.
The result? Coffee shops and cafes in Antigua rival those found elsewhere in Central America, and you should definitely take time to enjoy a cuppa while visiting!
What makes the coffee in Antigua so good, you wonder?
The quality of coffee comes from the rich, fertile soil in the Antigua Valley. As you may already know, the colonial city is surrounded by three volcanoes (hence the nutrient-dense soil) and sits at an altitude of 5,029 ft (1,533 m)—both prime conditions for growing coffee.
Guatemalan coffee is known for having hints of chocolate and citrus, and for being full-bodied. If that sounds like your cup of tea–er–coffee, then enjoying a cup of Java is one of the best things to do in Antigua!
While living in Antigua as digital nomads, we had the wonderful opportunity to explore the city through its coffee shops.
Whether you’re searching for a cafe with WiFi in Antigua or you’re just on the hunt for the best coffee, this guide will spill the beans (pun intended) on where to find the best coffee shops in Antigua, Guatemala.
Coffee Shops + Cafes with Wifi in Antigua Guatemala
A Quick Guide to Antigua’s Cafes
Cafe with the great WiFi: Artista de Café
Passionate about the coffee-making process: Fat Cat Coffee House
Cafe with a delicious breakfast: Cafe Sol
Farm to Table: Cafe Condesa
Family-owned and locally produced: 12 Onzas
1. Artista de Café
- Hours: 7 am–6 pm & until 7 pm Sat–Sun
- Location: 5ta Avenida Sur #34B
- Wifi: Fast, few wall outlets
Artista de Café is a pure gem of a coffee house. Not only does it have good WiFi, but the specialty coffee is also on-point, and the space is extremely cute. (The triple threat!)
We stumbled upon Artista de Café one day while walking from the center of Antigua out to Caoba Farms. On the outside, you don’t glimpse much of the cafe’s interior. However, once inside, you’ll feel like you’ve found a secret paradise.
There is space both inside and outside for relaxing, reading, or working away on your laptop. Our favorite spot for chilling with coffee was down the stairs in the little enclosed courtyard.
Inside, tables fill up quite fast in the afternoon and are usually taken by remote workers, local students, or digital nomads in Guatemala. Go early to grab a spot!
All in all, and at risk of revealing our favorite “secret”, Artista de Café is one of the best coffee shops in Antigua.
P.S. They also have a second location inside the @elcubocenter (coworking and event space) just outside of Antigua in the small town of San Lorenzo El Cubo.
2. Fat Cat Coffee House
- Hours: 7 am–7 pm
- Location: 4a Calle Oriente, #14A
- Wifi: Fast, no outlets
The name alone is what made us want to visit Fat Cat Coffee House.
We came for the name but stayed for the coffee, good vibes, and decent WiFi! Fat Cat has been among the top 10 coffee shops in Antigua, Guatemala, since its opening in 2010.
These guys know coffee and they sure know how to make a delicious dirty chai latte. While the food is good, the coffee and friendly service are the main draws. You’ll not want for much else at Fat Cat!
I didn’t run a WiFi speed test here, but from memory, the WiFi is fast, and we worked for 2–3 hours until folks started piling in. (Please be considerate of the space and others.)
3. Cafe Estudio
- Hours: 2:30 pm–8 pm Tues-Wed, 7:30 am–8 pm Thurs-Mon
- Location: 2 Calle Poniente #2B
- Wifi: Okay
Cafe Estudio is often an overlooked coffee shop in Antigua, but we found it to have cheap and good coffee, breakfast, and WiFi.
While the internet connection may not be fast enough for Zoom calls or video editing, it’s great for writers/bloggers and light work.
We opted to spend our time on the roof (the views are epic), but the main part of the coffee shop is on the ground floor; there are just a couple of tables and the lighting isn’t the best.
Nevertheless, it would be comfortable for connecting and relaxing with a decent cappuccino.
Cafe Estudio is worth checking out, even if it’s just to take in the views of all three volcanoes from their rooftop!
4. Fernando’s Kaffee
- Hours: 7 am–6 pm, until 12 pm on Sundays
- Location: 7a Avenida Norte
- Wifi: Decent
Fernando’s Kaffee is a coffee roastery and chocolate factory offering travelers a quaint place to relax and unwind in the heart of Antigua.
It was actually the first cafe in Antigua that we visited, precisely because we had read they delivered on their promise of good, strong, Antiguan coffee—and it didn’t disappoint!
The atmosphere is beautiful, with a beautiful inner courtyard and garden. It’s a very peaceful place to catch up on work (the WiFi works well), read a book, or just relax with a coffee in hand. The resident cat, Misha, can be found sleeping somewhere around, too.
Chocolate lovers will also seriously appreciate Fernando’s for their handmade, artisanal chocolate. You can even take their 2-hour chocolate workshop, which they’ve been hosting for 15 years. The price is Q190 per person with courses offered three times a day, Monday through Friday.
Overall, Fernando’s is a staple coffee shop in Antigua to discover.
5. LA VID Coffee Roasters
- Hours: 8 am–6 pm Mon–Fri, 12 pm–6 pm Sat, closed Sunday
- Location: 3a Calle Poniente #14
- Wifi: Good
LA VID Coffee Roasters is conveniently located just a block from the Santa Catalina Arch. With plenty of spaces to work, a game shelf, and delicious food, LA VID has quickly become a popular cafe in Antigua since its opening.
You could tell they put a lot of love into their coffee, serving Paul’s creamy espresso with a shot of water. The owner also whips up fresh-baked pastries and cakes—the cute square of carrot cake with icing hit the spot with my cold brew.
The interior of LA VID is minimalist and rustic (and not very well lit). It can get a bit hot if you’re there in the late spring/early summer, but they have fans.
Overall, it’s a nice place to grab coffee and WiFi in the heart of Antigua!
6. Cafe Bohème
- Hours: 7:30 am–8 pm
- Location: 5a Calle Poniente #12B
- Wifi: Good
Cafe Bohème is a cute and colorful place to eat, drink coffee, and get some work done on your laptop in Antigua!
The rooftop area is airy and comfortable with simple wooden chairs and tables (some have cushions). Best of all, you don’t feel like you’re bothering anyone if you whip out your computer and connect to the WiFi!
Not to mention, Cafe Bohème is a French cafe, meaning you’ll find yummy French pastries to pair with your Antiguan coffee. Bon appétit!
7. Rainbow Café
- Hours: 8 am–9 pm
- Location: 7a Avenida Sur
- Wifi: Okay
Rainbow Café opened in 1990 and has long been a staple in Antigua, Guatemala, but that’s not the only reason why I’m mentioning it!
While I personally feel the food and coffee aren’t anything to rave about, Rainbow Café has one of the best atmospheres to hang out in, relax, and of course, work on your laptop.
There’s a library and a plant-filled outdoor garden with plenty of space/tables—perfect for soaking up inspiration and getting some work in.
My tip? Head across the street to eat at Samsara—one of the best restaurants in Antigua (vegan)—and then visit Rainbow Café for coffee and WiFi.
8. Café Sol
- Hours: 8 am–5 pm
- Location: Callejón del Sol #11B
- Wifi: Good
Café Sol is a popular cafe in Antigua, Guatemala, whipping up fresh breakfast and strong coffee.
Hop over to their coffee brew bar, where a barista will happily make your coffee any way you like it, from French press to Moka pot, AeroPress, cold brew, pour-over, drippers, or even by sifōn.
There are tables downstairs in the garden courtyard and bar seating on the rooftop. If you need an outlet, they have one downstairs right beside the round table.
9. Cafe Cafe Guatemala
- Hours: 6 am–9 pm
- Location: Sacatepequez 7av. Norte #18B
- Wifi: Unknown
Cafe Cafe Guatemala serves freshly roasted coffee and scrumptious, organic breakfast or brunch (vegan and vegetarian-friendly)! They offer everything from specialty coffee to fresh smoothies to crepes to wraps and more.
While it’s not your typical cafe with WiFi, the place seems laptop-friendly, as long as you go before/after the breakfast and lunch rush hours.
The best way to experience their coffee is by ordering an artisanal coffee—whether “for here” or to go.
10. Cafe Condesa
- Hours: 7 am–8 pm Sun-Thurs, 7 am–9 pm Fri-Sat
- Location: 5a Avenida Norte
- Wifi: Okay
Possibly even more well-known for its delicious breakfast than coffee, Cafe Condesa is a beautiful spot to enjoy a cuppa or meal!
Opened in 1993, the cafe has been farm-to-table since its start, sourcing all of their ingredients—including coffee beans—from local farms.
Cafe Condesa’s coffee is blended in-house and combines three different roasts, while their espresso is 100% organic.
Their menu is extensive and features yummy favorites like pancakes of the day, quiche, and salads. Many of their dishes are unique, vegetarian-friendly options as well!
While their owners are three American women (aka Las Tres Condesas!), they employ primarily local staff, some of whom have worked there for over 20 years!
11. 12 Onzas
- Hours: 7 am–7 pm
- Location: 4a Calle Ote. 5
- Wifi: Fast, lots of outlets
Just east of Parque Central in Antigua, 12 Onzas is one of the best cafes to work from in Antigua. All of their coffee beans are grown on their fourth-generation family farm, and they claim to serve the freshest coffee in Guatemala!
Get to work in their bright and airy cafe or head outside to the courtyard for a little sunshine. There are lots of tables to work at, plenty of outlets, and little nooks to hide away in.
While this is a great spot to put in a few hours, the coffee is the true shining star! They took home 4th place in the 2019 World Barista Championship and whip up everything from lattes to cold brew in-house.
You’ll also find small bites to eat if your stomach starts rumbling, like sandwiches, wraps, quesadillas, and breakfast items.
I hope this guide to the best cafes and coffee shops in Antigua, Guatemala, helps you find just what you’re looking for!
Without a doubt, Antigua has become a very laptop-friendly destination, and I expect more places to pop up that offer even better WiFi, good vibes, and delicious coffee.
Do you have any other cafes or coffee shops in Antigua that you’d recommend? Let me know in the comments!
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Any suggestions on what coffee shop for coffee bean gift buying? We are in San Pedro now but heading to Antigua and I hope to do all my gift buying at my last stop. I’ll check out the link on this page to a cycle and sip tour as that may be the answer!
the fact that you leave a comment about whether or not they have outlets is huge! i’m currently working remotely in antigua and have loved reading your content. thanks for sharing such valuable info!
Aww good to know, thanks for reading Ilyanna!! Have the best time! We’ll be back there in a couple of weeks x