As casa de famílias são cuidadosamente selecionadas e oferecem aos estudantes a oportunidade de aprenderem mais sobre a cultura local numa colocação confortável enquanto estudam Espanhol em Quetzaltenango. Estas casas estão geralmente a between 10 - 20 minutos da escola por transporte público. As famílias geralmente oferecem planos de alimentação acessíveis que lhe permitem provar um pouco da cozinha local. Se você tem alguns pedidos especiais ou restrições de dieta (devido a rasões religiosas ou de saúde), por favor informe-nos com antecedência. O seu estar nos alojamentos começa no Domingo antes do seu primeiro dia de aulas e termina no Sábado depois do seu último dia de aulas a não ser que seja indicado o contrário. Aprenda mais sobre habitação de homestay
Located in the heart of Quetzaltenango (Xela), Guatemala’s second largest city, Celas Maya Spanish School offers students a safe, authentic, and academically focused environment for Spanish immersion. The school is situated in a central and walkable area of the city, close to cafés, restaurants, markets, museums, gyms, banks, pharmacies, and public transportation.
Quetzaltenango is internationally recognized as one of the best destinations in Latin America for serious Spanish study due to its authentic Spanish-speaking environment, strong indigenous Maya culture, and lower presence of English compared to more touristic cities. This allows students to practice Spanish naturally in daily life and accelerate their learning process through real cultural interaction.
Celas Maya combines high-quality Spanish instruction with deep cultural immersion. Students can participate in cultural workshops, cooking classes, conferences on Guatemalan history and Maya culture, volunteer opportunities, and excursions to important destinations such as Lake Atitlán, Chichicastenango, Fuentes Georginas, and local villages in the Guatemalan highlands.
Most host families and accommodations are located within walking distance of the school. Carefully selected host families provide students with private rooms, Wi-Fi, meals, and meaningful daily interaction in Spanish, helping students experience Guatemalan culture in a personal and authentic way.
The school itself features a welcoming colonial-style atmosphere with comfortable classrooms, study areas, gardens, and common spaces that encourage interaction among international students, teachers, and local staff. Every morning, students can also enjoy high-quality Guatemalan coffee as part of the school’s warm community environment.
With more than 25 years of experience, Celas Maya has become a respected institution for Spanish as a Foreign Language in Guatemala, offering personalized programs for adults, university students, professionals, retirees, and educational groups seeking both academic excellence and meaningful cultural immersion.
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