Small Boutique hotels in YUCATÁN

This spectacular property is set in a magnificently restored 19th century heritage mansion, and is located just two blocks from the Paseo de Montejo, the most important avenue in Mérida. Casa Azul Monumento Histórico offers luxurious accommodation, fine cuisine and top-class service in a unique historic setting. Guests at Casa Azul Monumento Histórico will enjoy an authentic Belle Epoque atmosphere, with its magnificent antique furniture, ornate ceilings, carefully restored ironwork, and charming courtyards and gardens with their atmospheric fountains. With just eight spacious, individually themed and decorated suites, each named after an important landmark in the city, intimate, tranquil stays are guaranteed at this beautiful hotel. The Casa Azul boasts an outdoor swimming pool, and guests can enjoy exquisite gourmet dining in the courtyard and the elegant garden terrace at the front of the hotel. Casa Azul Monumento Histórico offers a range of unique activities in and around Mérida, including museum visits, traditional music and dance performances, and tours to the Yucatan region's most outstanding landmarks and attractions - the Convents Route, the Emerald Coast and the Celestún Biosphere Reserve, cenotes, archaeological excursions, and much more. The hotel offers full valet parking for added convenience.

Located in the heart of historic Mérida, Casa Lecanda Boutique Hotel is set in one of the typical colonial style houses of the city. Almost a ruin when it was purchased by its present owners, it has been lovingly and painstakingly restored to its former glory. The renovation process restored most of the original woodwork, the unique clay tile flooring, and many of the house's unique architectural features, combined with all the modern comforts of a contemporary, luxury hotel. Casa Lecanda Boutique Hotel is the ideal starting point for exploring this beautiful historic city, being within easy walking distance of many of Mérida's most important landmarks and attractions, including the cathedral, the Casa Montejo or the Museum of Anthropology. Casa Lecanda Boutique Hotel collaborates with a local tour operator with more than 30 years of experience in the region, and offers tailor-made city tours as well as exclusive trips to Chichén-Itzá and Izamal, the Celestun Biosphere Reserve. After a busy day's sightseeing, guests can take cooling dips in the courtyard swimming pool, or relax in the elegant Wine & Tequila Bar, with a fine selection of international and Mexican wines, along with a select choice of tequilas from the finest distilleries in the country. Casa Lecanda also offers a delicious selection of cheese plates and snacks, all served in the charming atmosphere of the bar lounge or the pool patio.

Located in the heart of the historic centre of Valladolid, Casa Tía Micha is set in a traditional colonial-style town house. Built around a charming courtyard garden, this small boutique hotel offers cosy accommodation in a friendly, family-run atmosphere. Perfectly situated for visiting this delightful historic city, Casa Tía Micha is within easy walking distance of many of Valladolid's most important landmarks, including the San Gervasio cathedral, the Parque Fransisco Canton Rosado, the Cenote Zací or the Calzada de los Frailes, among many other fabulous attractions. Valladolid is also ideally placed for exploring the Yucatan peninsula, with the spectacular Mayan site of Chichen Itza being less than an hour's drive away. With just three traditionally decorated rooms, relaxing, intimate stays are guaranteed at Casa Tía Micha. Bright and airy, the spacious rooms come with all modern comforts, including air-conditioning and complimentary Wi-Fi, and feature authentic colonial-style décor and furnishings, along with exposed beams and cool tiled floors. A healthy breakfast is served every morning in Casa Tía Micha's garden, and the hotel also boasts a charming terrace.

Enjoying a highly central location in the Centro district of Mérida, Hotel Hacienda Mérida VIP is set in a carefully restored and modernised colonial style building. This small charming hotel is ideally placed for visiting this fascinating city and the surrounding region, and offers luxurious accommodation in just six rooms and suites. Perfectly situated for relaxing stays in this historic city, the hotel is a short walk from many of the city's most important landmarks, including the Casa de Montejo, the Cathedral, the Government palace and the principal square. The city is also an ideal base for exploring the Yucatan peninsula, and is within easy reach of many important archaeological sites and the beaches of the north coast. Arranged around a delightful interior courtyard garden, the hotel features an outdoor pool with comfortable sun loungers and outdoor furniture. Hotel Hacienda Mérida VIP has just six rooms, all spacious and elegantly decorated, featuring custom made furniture, unique colonial style pieces, and modern works of art. The rooms are air-conditioned, and come with a full range of modern amenities, including flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, fans and complimentary Wi-Fi.

The brand new Ko'ox Casa de las Palomas Boutique Hotel is located in the historic centre of Mérida, less than a ten minute walk from the Paseo de Montejo, the most famous boulevard in the city. Set in a carefully restored and modernised traditional Mérida house, this charming small hotel offers delightful accommodation in a relaxed, adults only atmosphere. Decorated and furnished in a traditional, rustic fashion, the 9 rooms at Ko'ox Casa de las Palomas Boutique Hotel are spacious and well appointed, and come with all modern amenities, including air-conditioning, iPod docking stations, and complimentary Wi-Fi. The hotel boasts an outdoor pool, located in the courtyard garden, and guests can also a range of spa facilities. Ko'ox Casa de las Palomas Boutique Hotel is just footsteps away from the historic Santa Ana Park and the church of the same name, while many more of Mérida's most important landmarks, including the Cathedral and the Casa Montejo, are a short taxi trip or an easy fifteen minute walk from the hotel.

Once the property of the G. Canton family of sisal exporters, Mansion Mérida on the Park is located in the heart of historic Mérida, just footsteps away from some of the most important landmarks in the city, and is set in a painstakingly restored and modernised belle-epoque mansion. Featuring grand staircases, ornate mouldings and intricate ironwork, this luxury boutique hotel offers five-star accommodation and fine cuisine in a matchless historic setting. Ideally placed for exploring this fascinating city, Mansion Mérida on the Park is surrounded on all sides by some of Mérida's most important landmarks and attractions: The Cathedral, the Casa Montejo, and the Iglesia de la Tercera Orden, and a short stroll or taxi trip will take guests to many other fabulous attractions. With just 14 luxuriously appointed suites, relaxing, intimate stays are guaranteed at Mansion Mérida on the Park. Each suite has been individually appointed and decorated, and features beautiful high ceilings, authentic period furnishings and unique colour schemes. It goes without saying that all suites are fully air-conditioned, and come with all the latest high-tech amenities: flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, mini-bars, safes, and complimentary Wi-Fi.

Located in two side-by-side late nineteenth century historic mansions, Rosas & Xocolate Boutique Hotel + Spa stands on Paseo de Montejo, the most famous avenue in Mérida. After a painstaking and extensive renovation, this beautiful property now offers five-star boutique accommodation and fine cuisine in a unique heritage setting. The renovation of Rosas & Xocolate Boutique Hotel + Spa has preserved the unique historic elements of these traditional Merida mansions, such as the magnificent staircases with wrought-iron railings, or the fabulous colonnaded patios, and combined them with modern design elements and works of art. The hotel boasts an outdoor swimming pool, while guests can enjoy a range of sensorial spa experiences at the Mayan Refuge Spa. Facilities include a sensory tasting plateau, individual and twin treatment rooms, and a fully equipped gym. Fast becoming one of the most popular fine-dining venues in Mérida, the restaurant at Rosas & Xocolate Boutique Hotel + Spa serves unique fusion cuisine in a range of unique spaces, including the open-sky Moon Lounge, interior and exterior terraces with water gardens, the contemporary bistro, or the tequila bar and specialised cava. The Moon Lounge puts on live jazz concerts, and the hotel also offers a number of spaces for corporate events and private celebrations.

Standing on a quiet street in the Santiago district of the historic centre of Merida, The Diplomat Boutique Hotel is set in a typical colonial style town house. Painstakingly and lovingly restored, it offers luxurious boutique accommodation and a range of services in a magnificent, highly central location. Ideally placed for visiting this historic city and the surrounding region, The Diplomat Boutique Hotel is within easy reach of many of Merida's most important points of interest, including the St. Ildefonso cathedral, the Casa de Montejo, the Palace of Government, and many, many more. Run by travellers for travellers, The Diplomat Boutique Hotel's expert, friendly staff can provide insight and tips into local culture, the colourful streets of Merida, Mayan sites or the region's unique cenotes. Guests can expect a delicious vegetarian breakfast every morning, while the delicious botanas (snacks) and drinks are served in the evenings. The hotel's honesty bar is also available throughout the day for thirsty travellers. Arranged around a charming colonnaded courtyard garden, The Diplomat Boutique Hotel also boasts a year-round swimming pool and terrace, where guests can enjoy breakfast, drinks and snacks. With just four rooms, this adults only property guarantees relaxing, intimate stays. All rooms are air-conditioned, and come with the latest high-tech amenities, including Wi-Fi, iPod docking stations and flat-screen TVs with cable channels.

The Hacienda San José is situated in the heart of the ancient Mayan province of Cehpech, whose capital was Motul, ruled by a halach uinic (true man) of the Pech dynasty. San José was one of the most archetypal examples of the old sisal haciendas, and deserved careful restoration, respecting the original buildings, their decorations and furnishings, and even the beautiful pastel blue of their facades. The 18th century murals in the chapel were also restored.

Near Santa Rosa, in the classical Maya period, flourished the urban center of Chunchucmil, which controlled the trade in salt gathered on the coast. It was during the last quarter of the 19th century and the beginning of the 20th that sisal began to be cultivated on a large scale. Santa Rosa, the property of the Garc¡a Fajardo brothers, was transformed with the addition of appropriate buildings, and its chimney still bears the legend H.F.G 1901.

Known since 1665 as the estancia of Diego de Mendoza, a descendent of the conquistador Francisco de Montejo, The Hacienda Temozón produced livestock and maize. After passing through various hands, The Hacienda Temozón has been refurbished in such a way that it offers the visitor the atmosphere and lifestyle of the end of the 19th century, when it was at its peak of prosperity. All the buildings have been restored inside and out using the materials and techniques of the period, and painted with red, yellow and blue mineral pigments used at that time. Some buildings still have their original floors, as well as doors and windows. The rebuilt parts and the modern equipment, designed especially for each room, have been adapted to the style of the whole, and add to the atmosphere created by the original builders.