Volcanic stone guesthouse
Built from dark volcanic stone, two connected houses enclose garden courtyards that run with the relaxed intimacy of a private home.
“Each of the 12 rooms has a slightly different design, but all are spacious and light with a contemporary feel and interesting design features.”
What it’s good at
Notable
Volcanic stone walls, red tile floors, and custom woodwork across fourteen contemporary rooms.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler.
The charming house, largely constructed of that familiar volcanic stone, had been given a contemporary makeover, and its suites combine a bit of classic colonial-era charm with a healthy dose of modernist-inspired contemporary design.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
The town plaza and artisan markets are a short walk away through the quiet cobblestone lanes of San José.
The rooms
Red tile floors and handcrafted woodwork keep the rooms cool. Guests choose their own custom bath scents at check-in.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
Cushioned wooden loungers border the heated mosaic pool, which looks out over lawns toward the jagged mountain ridge.
Spa Toci
Therapists give herb-compress massages and sound healing sessions inside treatment rooms built from volcanic stone.
Yoga on the terrace
Private yoga and meditation sessions take place on the garden terrace, looking out over the open lawn.
Restaurant
La Veladora
The kitchen prepares Baja California seafood and regional Morelos specialties in a dining room lined with handcrafted pottery.
At the table
The rooftop terrace pours artisanal mezcal against mountain views, and the front cafe serves Mexican coffee with guava rolls.
How it began
Arturo Contreras started the property as a six-room residence, naming it after his daughter Fernanda, who designed the interiors.
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How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.