“Manuel & Jodie – You guys are the best! You have shown us such an incredible amount of love and generosity this past week and have made our time here truly memorable and unforgettable. I can’t even begin to say how much we appreciate everything that you’ve done for us! Manuel, thanks so much for all the tours – they were incredible! I loved seeing the market and cathedral and it was so much fun to feed the pigeons! Thanks for teaching us about Guatemala. Also, thanks SO MUCH for your amazing hospitality,,, You’ve been so kind to us and Guatemala now feels like a second home! ? Jodie – Thanks so much for all of your amazing cooking and introducing us to vegemite was a brilliant idea; I am now officially addicted ? Thanks also for all the hard work you do around the hostel and for your warm and friendly personality.  You both made us feel at home. Thanks to you guys, this last week in Guate has been my favorite and I would love to come back someday. If I do, Quetzalroo will be the first place that I visit…. Love you both! God bless!
Emily (Canada – June 2010)

“If I was in the hostel business I would want a partner like Manuel - if he treats everyone
like I was treated, Quetzalroo will always be full! A very successful operation!” 
Peter (Canada - May 2010)

“Un gusto saludarte. Soy Silvana de Argentina. Tuve un excelente regreso y ya instalada en casa nuevamente cumplo con mi promesa de mandarte la foto. Aprovecho para agradecerte el cálido recibimiento que nos diste y tu agradable compañía así como amabilidad recibidas.  Aquí tienes mi dirección de e-mail para cualquier anuncio o novedad que desees informar y con mucho gusto de mi parte te recomendaré a cualquier amiga/o argentino que vaya a visitar Guate. Mucha suerte y éxitos en tu nueva empresa. Saludos a tu novia, a tu hermana y un abrazo para Tí.”
Silvana (Argentina - April 2010)

“Thanks so much for your hospitality and overall awesomness. 
Your project here is quite amazing. You have great hearts and great visions for travelers here in Guatemala.” 
Stephen (USA - May 2010)

 “Un hombre de muy gran corazón, visionario y extremadamente culto y conocedor de sus tierras, historia, lugares, etc. Manuel nos recibió feliz como si nos conociéramos de toda la vida. Su proyecto es muy bonito, le puso mucho corazón en él, el ambiente es muy familiar, Manuel te hace como sentir como familia. Al momento que llegamos hicimos muy buenas vibras y nos tomó por sorpresa ya que nos llevó a todos lados por ciudad de Guatemala en su carro. Muchisimas gracias por la grata experiencia!!! nos vemos pronto!”
Tere & Jeremy (Chile – May 2010)

 
“We just wanted to say thanks one more time although that doesn't really express the gratitude we feel to you. You really put your neck out to help us out on a number of occasions. We sincerely appreciate it. You really left us with a great impression of Guatemala even if we have run into quite a few problems along the way. But hey that is half the adventure right.  Anyways I will not hesitate to recommend your hostel to anyone I know who travels to Guatemala..” 
Erin & Steve (Canada - May 2010)

 "Hola Manuel, Espero que estes bien, nosotros llegamos bien a Mexico, fue toda una aventura, fijate que nuestro bus se averio en la frontera con El Salvador pero un senor que tenia una camioneta (Toyota) ya muy viejita (nos cobro 45 dolares) nos llevo al Salvador y lo bueno que nos dejo hasta el Aeropuerto y logramos alcanzar el vuelo.

Gracias por todo, fue una experiencia maravillosa, conocer Guatemala y tambien conocer a personas tan agradables como ustedes, Saludame a Jodie, Los Vamos a extranar mucho, espero volver un dia, pero esta ves en plan de vacaciones con mi esposa y mi hijo."
Ruben (Mexico - June 2010) 

“Manuel & Jodie, I just wanted to let you both know how much I appreciated everything you did for us. From feeding us to driving us around to simply caring about how we were doing. You both truly went above and beyond what I ever expected and could have ever hoped for. I know how cheesy this all sounds but seriously, I will remember this great adventure forever and how wonderfully it turned out. I am still amazed at the people we got to meet and the things we got to do (going to the Gallo factory is at the top of my list!). I can’t wait to get home so I can tell people about my adventures and also the great hospitality that you showed. You were a great blessing to me in many ways. I hope and pray that you will continue to bless travelers and all those you meet. I hope our paths cross again!"
Sara (USA – June 2010)

 “Hey Jodie and Manuel! Guatemala is amazing - such a beautiful country with beautiful people. I've been having a great time, traveling through Flores, Tikal, Yaxha, Lanquin, Semuc Champey, to Rio Dulce and now I'm in Livingston. I decided to stay here until tomorrow and then go to Honduras… Thanks for all your help, your suggestions were spot on!”
Jamie (USA – June 2010)

“Jodie is amazing! She really made me feel at home at their hostel in Guatemala City! I will definitely come back. … Manuel was an awesome guy. The hostel was reasonably priced and located in a great neighborhood in Zona 10. Manuel picked me up a few times when I was out and about and even drove me to the airport at 4 in the morning even when I insisted that I take a cab. He and Jodie really welcomed me, gave me coffee at any time of day and provided me with great company. They even offered a tour of the city! I highly recommend staying at this hostel. A++ Manuel makes me want to come back!”
Vern (USA – June 2010)

“Manuel and Jodie, Thank you for making the beginning and end of my trip so smooth and safe and fun. Your kindness is bound to bring you great company and a thriving business as well. I arrived in Mexico yesterday without a hitch, thanks to your willingness to get me to the airport at zero dark thirty! Con Amor, Louisa.”
Louisa (USA – June 2010)