Colonial artisan hideaway
Woven bejuco fixtures and tropical gardens frame restored colonial stone, creating a quiet retreat far from coastal resort crowds.
What it’s good at
Exceptional
Restored colonial architecture blends with polished concrete, woven bejuco lamps, and custom local woodwork around garden courtyards.
Notable
A restored colonial-era villa preserved using traditional lime and stone techniques, framing an intimate central garden.
Notable
Everyday stays feature pottery from Uayma kilns, woven Espita furnishings, and wood-fired Yucatecan regional dishes.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
The original structure now houses the reception and bar, while the new addition, built by local craftspeople using traditional materials like stone and wood...
Somewhere quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Set along quiet streets in colonial Espita, the property provides an easy base for nearby cenotes and Maya archaeological ruins.
The rooms
Concrete walls, decorative floor tiles, and local woodwork open onto private patios with hammocks and indoor-outdoor rain showers.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
An elevated infinity pool sits in the central tropical garden, bordered by gravel paths, shade trees, and wooden loungers.
Dogs stay too.
Casona Bar & Restaurant
Wood-fired Yucatecan dishes highlight produce from the kitchen garden alongside artisanal mezcalitas on the covered terrace.
How it began
Left abandoned for over three decades, the former colonial residence and local cantina was restored and rebuilt by architect Laura Lecué.
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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.