Hacienda Chichen

WHY WE LIKE THIS HOTEL

Colonial history amidst Mayan wonder, the Hacienda Chichen dates back to 1523 and is a unique boutique hotel at the foot of Chichen Itza. Set amidst 300 acres of lush tropical gardens, it provides the ideal base for exploring the complex and even housed the original excavation team who worked on Chichen Itza in the 1920’s, archaeologists whose names were later given to the hotel rooms. The guestroom cottages are dotted throughout the colourful gardens. The décor is rustic yet elegant; tiled floors, white-washed walls and exposed wooden beams lifted by colonial artwork and vibrant regional textiles. Each room features an outdoor terrace with a hammock or lounge chair, the perfect spot from which to relax and enjoy the resident wildlife. The restaurant makes best use of the hotel’s own orchard and kitchen garden and delivers an excellent mix of regional dishes. The seafood is particularly good and takes advantage of the Yucatan’s rich coastline. The Hacienda Chichen is THE place for exploring Chichen Itza and the hotel is happy to organise guided walks and archaeological visits. Stay an extra night and you can discover colonial towns and cenote sink holes or venture into the jungle with a naturalist guide or just relax at the hotel enjoying the pool and the Yaxkin Spa. The Hacienda Chichen is a touch dated and lacking mod-cons yet location is everything. Remember, a 16th century colonial hacienda just metres away from Mexico’s most famous Maya site – perfect!