Centro Valle de Bravo, Mexico
Opened
2017
Price
$$$
Rated for
Design Local HeritageOutside the door
The house
RodaventoSeven-suite colonial mansion
The hotel runs like a private residence, gathering guests around a courtyard pool and a rooftop hot tub overlooking the cathedral.
“Its seven suites mix original architecture and exposed wood beams with contemporary furnishings, each has its own character and details.”
What it’s good at
Notable
Mariana Valero interiors set black steel staircases against exposed timber ceiling beams.
Listed
An early-twentieth-century casona served for fifteen years as the founders' private family home.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in AFAR.
With just seven suites, three in the historic structure and four in a modern addition, it goes out of its way to live up to the ‘casa’ part of its name.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Cobblestone alleys lead to the town cathedral, and the shores of Lake Avándaro are a short walk away.
The rooms
Three suites occupy the original casona and four sit in the modern wing. Select rooms add private terraces or outdoor showers.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The heated stone pool sits in the central courtyard beneath flowering bougainvillea and shaded pergola seating.
Hot tub and massage
The heated rooftop jacuzzi looks toward Lake Avándaro, and a private cabin offers warm herbal oil massages.
Restaurant
Nuestro
Tables line a timber-beamed courtyard terrace, where contemporary Mexican menus draw on seasonal produce from Valle de Bravo.
At the table
The open-air rooftop bar serves craft cocktails at high-top tables overlooking the town roofs and twin cathedral towers.
Valle de Bravo
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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.