KUENUEK HOTEL BOUTIQUE, Merida

Kuenuek Hotel Boutique - A Historic Colonial Manor with Garden Suites and Yucatecan Restaurant in Santiago District

Located in Mérida's historic Santiago district, this 5-star boutique property features 13 rooms arranged around a central Huaya tree within a restored early 1900s mansion. The partially-preserved colonial building stretches along historic Calle 59, featuring 5-meter-high ceilings and French architectural details. This Mérida hotel houses an on-site restaurant serving regional Yucatecan dishes with ingredients from the hotel's organic garden, plus a bar offering local spirits including Xtabentun Maya honey liqueur. Guest rooms provide Nespresso machines, smart TVs, and garden views. The property includes landscaped gardens with native plants, a swimming pool, spa treatment rooms, and a fitness center. The Cathedral of San Ildefonso and Plaza Grande lie 1 mile away, while Manuel Crescencio Rejon International Airport is 6 miles from the hotel.

Pros

Original early 20th century French-Mexican architectural elements preserved throughout

On-site organic garden supplies restaurant with fresh ingredients

Central courtyard built around mature Huaya tree creating natural shade

Traditional Yucatecan spirits and cocktails served at hotel bar

Cons

6 miles distance from international airport

1 mile walk to main Plaza Grande and Cathedral