Celas Maya Quetzaltenango, Guatemala
6a calle 14-55, zona 1 - 09001 Quetzaltenango - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.
- Learning progress guarantee.
Celas Maya is a Spanish language school with more than 25 years of experience, located in the heart of Quetzaltenango (Xela), Guatemala’s second-largest city.
The school is situated on a charming colonial-style campus, providing students with a comfortable and welcoming learning environment. It specialises in academically structured Spanish immersion programs with one-to-one instruction, enabling students to progress efficiently according to their individual goals.
What distinguishes Celas Maya is its combination of high academic standards and deep cultural immersion. Students have the opportunity to live with local host families, participate in cultural activities, and experience authentic daily life in Guatemala.
Quetzaltenango offers a safe, non-touristic setting that is ideal for serious language learning, with fewer English speakers and a strong local culture. This creates an excellent environment for students seeking meaningful progress and a truly immersive experience.
Spanish Courses
General Language
Intensive Spanish Course 
20 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$249$237 / week More
Intensive Spanish Course
20 lessons per week | 8 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
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$249$237 / week
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FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 249 237 | 498 474 | 747 710 | 996 947 | 1,245 1,183 | 1,494 1,420 | 1,743 1,656 | 1,992 1,893 | 2,241 2,129 | 2,490 2,366 | 2,988 2,839 |
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- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:Every MondaySee starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Spanish course before:
05 Jan 2026, 12 Jan 2026, 19 Jan 2026, 26 Jan 2026
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Additional information for all courses
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Private
One-to-One Lessons 1515 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$269$256 / week More
One-to-One Lessons 15
15 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
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$269$256 / week
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FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 269 256 | 538 512 | 807 767 | 1,076 1,023 | 1,345 1,278 | 1,614 1,534 | 1,883 1,789 | 2,152 2,045 | 2,421 2,300 | 2,690 2,556 | 3,228 3,067 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 3 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Additional information for all courses
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One-to-One Lessons 2020 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$299$285 / week More
One-to-One Lessons 20
20 lessons per week | 8 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
$299$285 / week
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FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 299 285 | 598 569 | 897 853 | 1,196 1,137 | 1,495 1,421 | 1,794 1,705 | 2,093 1,989 | 2,392 2,273 | 2,691 2,557 | 2,990 2,841 | 3,588 3,409 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Additional information for all courses
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One-to-One Lessons 2525 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$329$313 / week More
One-to-One Lessons 25
25 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
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$329$313 / week
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FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 329 313 | 658 626 | 987 938 | 1,316 1,251 | 1,645 1,563 | 1,974 1,876 | 2,303 2,188 | 2,632 2,501 | 2,961 2,813 | 3,290 3,126 | 3,948 3,751 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 5 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Additional information for all courses
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DELE Exam Preparation Course - Mini Group
20 lessons per week | 6 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$275$262 / week More
DELE Exam Preparation Course - Mini Group
20 lessons per week | 6 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
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FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 275 262 | 550 523 | 825 784 | 1,100 1,045 | 1,375 1,307 | 1,650 1,568 | 1,925 1,829 | 2,200 2,090 | 2,475 2,352 | 2,750 2,613 | 3,300 3,135 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Additional information for all courses
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DELE Exam Preparation Course - Private20 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$365$347 / week More
DELE Exam Preparation Course - Private
20 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
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$365$347 / week
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FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 365 347 | 730 694 | 1,095 1,041 | 1,460 1,387 | 1,825 1,734 | 2,190 2,081 | 2,555 2,428 | 2,920 2,774 | 3,285 3,121 | 3,650 3,468 | 4,380 4,161 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Additional information for all courses
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SIELE Exam Preparation Course - Mini Group20 lessons per week | 6 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$275$262 / week More
SIELE Exam Preparation Course - Mini Group
20 lessons per week | 6 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
$275$262 / week
More
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 275 262 | 550 523 | 825 784 | 1,100 1,045 | 1,375 1,307 | 1,650 1,568 | 1,925 1,829 | 2,200 2,090 | 2,475 2,352 | 2,750 2,613 | 3,300 3,135 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Additional information for all courses
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SIELE Exam Preparation Course - Private20 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$365$347 / week More
SIELE Exam Preparation Course - Private
20 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
$365$347 / week
More
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 365 347 | 730 694 | 1,095 1,041 | 1,460 1,387 | 1,825 1,734 | 2,190 2,081 | 2,555 2,428 | 2,920 2,774 | 3,285 3,121 | 3,650 3,468 | 4,380 4,161 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Additional information for all courses
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Our prices for Celas Maya include
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
- INCLUDED Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students
- INCLUDED Learning progress guarantee
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Celas Maya
- Accreditations and Quality seals
Instituto Cervantes Accredited Centre Official DELE & SIELE Examination Center Member of IALC (International Association of Language Centres) Recognized for Bildungsurlaub programs in Germany Collaboration with Utrecht University (Netherlands)- Spanish teacher qualifications
- 25% hold a university degree95% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
- Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
- Student gender mix
- 45% male / 55% female
- Offer for returning students
- When you book here, you will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you have already attended a course previously at Celas Maya.
- Year of school foundation
- 1999
General school facilities
Kitchen for student use
Drink vending machine
Cafeteria
Fridge for student use
Microwave for student use
Library
Movie rental
Auditorium
Garden
Student support desk
Table tennis
Bike rental
Self-study areas
Printer for student use
Copy machine
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Free parking
Free coffee
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Smoking zones (outdoors)
Tourist information
Assistance with entrance ticket purchases
Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs
Assistance with organizing transportation
Laundry (paid)
Dry cleaning (paid)
Babysitter (paid)
Internship placement guidance service (free)
Internship placement guidance service (paid)
Facilities for islamic students
Homestay option for female islamic students where no men are living in household and that prepare halal food
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in some classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 6
- Number of public PC workstations: 1
Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to classroom
Wheelchair access to cafeteria
Additional comment about facilities of school
Our school is based in a charming colonial-style campus in the center of Quetzaltenango.
We offer private classrooms for one-to-one instruction, inviting common areas, and a daily atmosphere complemented by fresh Guatemalan coffee and cultural activities.
Our facilities support a high-quality academic experience while fostering meaningful cultural immersion.
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| USA | 80% |
| Netherlands | 6% |
| Germany | 5% |
| England | 5% |
| Japan | 2% |
| Switzerland | 2% |
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 2.2222222222222% |
| 18-24 years | 42.222222222222% |
| 25-34 years | 44.444444444444% |
| 35-50 years | 5.5555555555556% |
| >50 years | 5.5555555555556% |
The average age outside summer is 6 years higher than in summer.
- Average number of students
- Adult courses - In summer: 50Adult courses - Throughout the year: 20Junior courses - In summer: 10Junior courses - Throughout the year: 10
- Minimum age of students
- 18 years16 years for specific Junior courses
- Average number of levels
- Adult courses In summer: 6Adult courses Throughout the year: 6Junior courses In summer: 6Junior courses Throughout the year: 6
- Average age of students
- In summer: 22 yearsThroughout the year: 28 years
Information for all courses offered by Celas Maya
- Lesson duration
- 55 minutes
- School's administrative fee
- $49
- Course material
- Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
- Days without class
- In 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2026, 01 May 2026, 15 Sep 2026, 25 Dec 2026.If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools. - Level test
- A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form.
Lessons needed per Spanish language level
The data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.
Leisure activities
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- Cooking Class (Rellenitos):
- Importance of cooking class in Celas Maya for Spanish practice and vocabulary.
- Rellenitos is a dessert made of plantains and beans, a bit high in calories and fats due to frying and cream.
- Activity starts at 3 pm, lasting 1.5 hours.
Mayan Ceremony:
- Not a show but a genuine ceremony expressing thanks, intentions, and requests.
- Three central elements: energy of the day, earth and fire.
- Ajquij leads, presenting requests to Ajaw (God).
- Fire serves as a space for natural offerings carrying petitions, thanks, or complaints.
- Duration: Approximately 1.5 hours.
Cultural Dinner:
- Meeting at 3 pm, concludes around 8 pm (after dinner).
- Alcoholic drinks not allowed.
- Music: marimba in the first part, followed by various danceable tunes.
Description:
- Led by a Celas Maya teacher with culinary experience.
- Participants visit the market for ingredients, followed by a detailed description and cooking session.
- Dinner concludes the activity.
Adults - Paid activities
- Trip to Laguna de Chicabal:
- Beautiful hike to the slopes of the volcano.
- Ascend for about 2 hours, descend for 30 minutes.
- Altitude: 2712 metres above sea level.
- Sacred lake for Maya Mam; no washing or bathing allowed.
- What to bring: Cash (cards not accepted), hiking shoes, water, warm socks, long pants, sunscreen, a hat, and a buff.
Visit to San Andrés Xecul and Salcaja Churches:
- San Andrés Xecul church is iconic for religious tourism.
- Represents the blend of solemn Christianity inside and festive, communal life outside.
Trip to El Baúl:
- Hill on the east side of the city with a gentle 1-hour hike.
- Elevation: 2650 metres above sea level.
Irtra Parks:
- Three parks in the south, 45 km from Xela.
- Water park, amusement park (Xetulul), and animal park (Xejuyub).
Bicycle Trip to Llano del Pinal:
- Celas Maya provides bicycles.
- Explore Llano del Pinal.
- Duration: 2 hours.
- Difficulty: Low.
Hike to Cerro La Muela:
- A guided hike to Cerro La Muela.
- Enjoy the scenic views.
- Duration: 3 hours.
- Difficulty: Moderate.
Trip to Chajil Siwan Ecological Park:
- Visit the Chajil Siwan Ecological Park.
- Enjoy a nature walk.
- Duration: 1 hour.
- Difficulty: Low.
Accommodation
Homestay Single room, Breakfast, lunch & dinner 
Shared bathroom
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Single room, Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Shared bathroom
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$150/ week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in $ | 150 | 300 | 450 | 600 | 750 | 900 | 1050 | 1200 | 1500 | 1800 | 150 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Price per person
- Check-in
- Sunday 0:00-0:00
- Check-out
- Sunday 0:00-0:00
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Price extra night
- $25 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Includes
- TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast, lunch & dinner.
- Minimum age of students
- 16
- Maximum age of students
- 80
FAQ about Celas Maya, Quetzaltenango
What is the best price for a course at Celas Maya, Quetzaltenango?
“Spanish courses at Celas Maya start at 237 US$ for a Intensive Spanish Course course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.”
Is it possible to take a course at Celas Maya as an absolute beginner?
“Yes. The following courses can be attended as an absolute beginner: Intensive Spanish Course ”
What is the number of students per class at Celas Maya?
“Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Celas Maya varies from 1 (One-to-One Lessons 15) to 8 students (Intensive Spanish Course )”
Which countries are students of Celas Maya from?
“The highest Nationality percentage at Celas Maya comes from USA with a 80% representation, followed by students from Netherlands (6%) and Germany (5%).”
Celas Maya offers courses for which ages?
“Celas Maya offers courses from 16 years to 99. The average age is 22 during the summer and 28 the rest of the year.”
Terms of Celas Maya
- First day of course
- Students should arrive at 7:45
- Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
- Legal name/parent company
- Tax registration ID: 7133987
Visa Documents
Nationals from Germany do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 90 days.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
- Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
- No
- Express shipment fee (via courier)
- 49 US$
- Free shipment via regular mail
- Yes
- Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
- School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.
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