The Big Six: Vintage retreats in Mexico
Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.Verana, Puerto Vallarta
Verana is the perfect antidote to nearby Puerto Vallarta. A 10-minute drive, 30-minute boat ride, then a hike or donkey ride transports you from the busy beach resort to Yelapa, the rustic location of this cliff-side retreat. Set in lush surroundings overlooking the Pacific, the collection of casitas borrows from mid-century modernist and indigenous architecture using a combination of glass, concrete and stone.
Verana, Yelapa, Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco (001 310 455 2425; verana.com ). Doubles start at US$320 (£213), room only.
Rosas y Xocolate, Mérida
The name of this colonial restoration project hints at what lies within: not so much floral arrangements and sweet treats, but a vivid palette of pink and dark wood. However, this being the region where Mayans reputedly first established cocoa plantations, the hotel does have a gourmet chocolate shop. Antique tiles have been reused to create "carpets", and centuries-old building techniques employed to keep the hotel true to its location. The addition of modern luxuries completes the indulgent package.
Rosas y Xocolate, Paseo de Montejo 480, Colonia Centro, Mérida, Yucatán (00 52 99 99 24 29 92; rosasandxocolate.com ). Doubles start at US$236 (£157), room only.
Hotel de Cortes, Mexico City
This early 17th-century baroque monastery was converted into a hotel back in 1780. Today, resplendent with original features, it offers modern comforts that range from a rooftop bar to an Haute Mexican cuisine restaurant in the courtyard and a spa. Situated in the historic centre, the hotel is also a springboard for exploring the baroque, beaux-arts and neoclassical architecture in the vicinity; plus the green expanse of Alameda Central park is on the doorstep.
Boutique Hotel de Cortes, Avenida Hidalgo 85 / Paseo de la Reforma, Mexico City (00 52 55 55 18 21 81; boutiquehoteldecortes.com ). Doubles start at US$173 (£115).
Maison Couturier, Veracruz
Just outside the town of Veracruz lies this sympathetically restored 19th-century plantation estate. The essence of the French immigrants that built it is kept alive inside with classic Provencal styling and black-tiled bathrooms.
Maison Couturier, San Rafael, Veracruz (00 52 55 89 68 79; maison-couturier.com ). Doubles start at 1,416 pesos (£73), room only.
Hotel Boca Chica, Acapulco
This recently renovated hotel is helping restore the glamour of Acapulco's 1950s heyday. The mid-century structure houses a contemporary take on the original design, where geometric prints take on tropical colours.
Hotel Boca Chica, Playa Caletilla, Acapulco, Guerrero (00 52 74 44 82 78 79; hotel-bocachica.com ). Doubles start at US$103 (£69).
Casa de los Frailes, Valladolid
This colonial house was restored by perfumiers Coqui Coqui, whose fragrances recreate the scents created by 16th-century Franciscan monks. Gardens have been planted with frangipani, peppermint, lime and gardenia.
Coqui Coqui Valladolid Residence & Spa, Calzada de los Frailes, Calle 41a 207, Valladolid, Yucatán (00 52 98 48 79 10 69; coquicoquispa.com ). Doubles start at US$262 (£175).
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments