Enjoy Mexico’s Best Hotels and Inns
Mexico offers so much for travelers, from sun-kissed beaches to amazing archaeological sites to fantastic art and cultural activities. Choosing where to go and what do can be a daunting proposition, but it’s best to think about what activities you enjoy the most. Mexico has something for everyone.
If you are a history buff, Mexico offers some of the world’s top archaeological sites. Explore the Mayan ruins of the Yucatan Peninsula, and you’ll be in awe of the daunting architectural task accomplished by this ancient society. Mexico City is a surprising mix of cultural treasures, exciting nightlife, museums and much more. There are dozens of beach cities, some well-known and others are hidden gems just waiting to be enjoyed.
Seasoned travel writer Karen Brown summarizes several unique itineraries in her well-known guidebooks and on her webpage. There are many wonderful places to stay in Mexico, and Karen Brown readers have chosen these best hotels and inns.
Just a couple of miles from the bustling resort town of Ixtapa, Zihuatenejo is the place where you’ll find what Karen Brown readers have chosen as Mexico’s ” Most Romantic” lodging. La Quinta Troppo is located on a hill overlooking the ocean, which is a mere 5-minute walk away. There are just eight guest rooms, so privacy is a guarantee. Most of the rooms boast a view of the spectacular Bay of Zihautenejo, and each has a unique feature. El Jardin de Frida and La India include private garden areas with a hammock. The hotel owners offer tours of the area on their private boat. There is a lap pool, set in a beautiful garden area with plenty of places to sit and relax. Guests are greeted with a margarita upon check-in, and each morning, a tropical-style continental breakfast is served.
La Casona, an elegant Mexico City hotel, is a perfect place to stay for visitors to the western hemisphere’s largest city. The staff’s hospitality can’t be beat, earning the hotel the Karen Brown Readers’ Choice Award for “Warmest Welcome.” There are 29 guest rooms, all of which have their own special decor. There is a gym and a full-service restaurant, and spa services can be arranged. The Paseo de la Reforma is a mere four blocks away, and this vast and impressive boulevard boasts several historic monuments, as well as an impressive array of skyscrapers, shops and restaurants.
Located in the state of Chiapas, Casa Felipe Flores is a perfect spot to bask in Mexican charm. The bed and breakfast, which was chosen by Karen Brown readers as the “Greatest Value” in Mexico, has five guest rooms decorated with Colonial-style furnishings, hand-woven fabrics and Mexican crafts and art. The innkeepers prepare a bountiful, made-to-order breakfast, as well as offering a full-service bar. Meals are often enjoyed in one of the garden courtyards. The Mexican inn is located in the city of San Cristobal de las Casas, one of the country’s oldest Spanish settlements.
If you are seeking to indulge and treat yourself to something truly special, book a stay at Quinta Real Guadalajara. This Mexican hotel is unique inside and out. The ivy-covered exterior and central courtyard with fountains and gardens set the scene for a truly luxurious vacation. The guest rooms and suites are top-of-the-line elegant, many with private balconies and Jacuzzi tubs. The hotel also offers a swimming pool and fitness facility, and guests enjoy discounted green fees at El Palomar Country Club. With its combination of a hospitable staff and superior accommodations, it is little wonder that this Guadalajara gem earned the Karen Brown Readers’ Choice Award for top “Splendid Splurge” in Mexico.
