Hacienda Xcanatún in Mérida, Mexico

Local residents of the city of Mérida, consider 'Casa de Piedra' at the Hacienda Xcanatún as one of the must-shows for their visiting guests. Why? Well, the building, the history and the restaurant are all can make up a very special day.

The Hacienda Xcanatún hotel opened in 2000 as an exclusive small luxury hotel with 18 distinctive suites. Aside from its cultural and historical vibes, it is simply very beautiful. There are two unique and refreshing swimming pools with bar service, and local and exotic tropical flora in three acres of gardens, pools, and fountains. The hotel has earned innumerable awards which celebrate and praise its excellence.

Mérida as one of the top ten colonial cities in Mexico

Mérida, the capital city of the Yucatan peninsula, is a must-see colonial city in Mexico, especially because of its large offer of Mayan culture. From Mayan ruins, to traditional Mayan dishes, indigenous fashion and Yucatecan dances and rituals, Mérida offers a host of things to do and see that will be an exciting way to learn about Mayan culture. Mérida has notable Spanish influence and is full of architectural and cultural gems. For instance, take a day trip to see the ruins at Chichen Itza & Uxmal and try the “salibutes” when you are in town. Besides discovering the ruins, the town and local fare, Mérida hosts a generous amount of free cultural events on a regular basis throughout the city. There’s also tourist information in the office on the main square.