Santa Maria Ahuacatlan Valle de Bravo, Mexico
Opened
2018
Price
$$
Rated for
Design Social LocalOutside the door
The house
RodaventoLakeside cantina inn
This downtown outpost runs on communal energy, centering a spirited Mexican cantina just uphill from Lake Avándaro.
What it’s good at
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Cinco Rodavento’s 28 rooms are made from natural materials, and the color scheme, in unfinished wood and forest green consciously recalls a more arboreal setting.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Cobblestone streets lead downhill to Lake Avándaro, with the church of San Francisco de Asís a short stroll away.
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The rooms
Natural timber and forest green set an earthy tone, and King Studios open onto private balconies.
The rooftop pool
Bring a swimsuit.
Green daybeds surround the rooftop plunge pool, looking out over terracotta roofs toward Lake Avándaro and the mountains.
The spa
Bar
RÜF
High wooden stools sit along the timber bar, where evening drinks come with views across the town and lake.
At the table
The ground-floor dining room serves Mexican sharing plates beside the garden courtyard, with morning spreads set in clay pots.
How it began
Founder Waldemar Franco opened the hotel in 2018 as a lively downtown counterpart to his woodland eco-lodge nearby.
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Our shorthand
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.