Life in Xela is cheap! Compared to North America, Europe, and even Antigua, students will find prices very reasonable.
The exchange rate usually floats around 8 Guatemalan Quetzales to 1 US Dollar
Check with The Bank of Guatemala for current rates
The following is a list of average prices for everyday items:
Night in Hostel: Q30-50; Museum Entrance: Q15; Movie: Q25; Hour of Internet: Q5
Fast Food: Q10-35; Meal in Market Q12; Meal in Restaurant: Q30-60
Cup of Coffee: Q3-10; Frozen blended caramel latte: Q20; Dessert Pastry: Q8;
Beer in Grocery Store: Q5; Beer in Bar: Q15; Litre of Rum: Q40
Chicken Bus Fares:to Guatemala City: Q50; to Antigua: Q50; to Lake Atitlan: Q35;
Mini Bus or Pullman Fares: to Guatemala City: Q60-70; to Antigua: Q60;
to San Pedro la Laguna, Lake Atitlan: Q50
Xela Links:
Xela vs Antigua: A comparison of the two cities, with consideration for students learning Spanish
Average Costs: A list of daily living expenses and their average costs in Quetzaltenango
What to Pack: A reccomended packing list for your time here in Xela
Nearby Attractions: Things to do in and around Quetzaltenango and Guatemala.