San Jose Cholul is a smaller more private hacienda located south east of Merida. The 15 rooms and suites are conditioned with exquisite details and locates around the main 18th century building, surrounded by beautiful gardens.

We invite you to evoke the splendor of past eras, eveloped in the luxurious amenities and services expected of a five-star hotel. Learn about the history, our role in the social context of this ever evolving land, the rich juxtaposition of the ancient and modern cultures. Delight in the flavors of our cuisine, the architectural heritage of our rooms and the archeological zones, colonial villages and the natural reserves that surround us.


Surrounded by major Arqueological zones and colonial villages like Chichen Itza (one hour 15 minutes drive), Ek Balam and Dzibilchaltun and natural reserves (the rare Pink Flamingos in Ria Lagartos), the historical "yellow" city of Izamal and the hacienda Ake, were you still can see how they worked the Sisal fibers in the glorious days, the hacienda is the perfect place for cultural day trips.

The Hacienda is also the perfect place for the guests seeking recreation (Mountain bikes and horses are available, hikes can be organized) and relaxation (use the Spa services the hacienda offers or just relax for a while at the border of the beautiful designed and very well located swimming pool).

Almost all guest rooms form part of the original building that have been fully restored and adapted to the hotel needs: their high ceilings and unique décor evoke the splendor of past eras. A specific restoration project had been developed to express its particular architectonic personality by conserving the same spirit that its former and original owners gave to it. Thus, in some cases, the restoration of buildings brings together both contemporary and traditional aspects and the new spaces and elements serve above all to highlight the artistic and architectonic value of the haciendas original features.

Most of the rooms features 18-foot ceilings with inside exposed beams and rafters; narrow, 10-foot-high, wooden double doors; beautiful wooden beds and cabinets made of dark, tropical hardwoods; cool tile floors; and large, bulbous pegs set into the stone walls for hanging the woven cotton hammocks, for which Yucatan is famous, to allow our guests sleep in the Mayan Style.

For those who want to perceive an even more mayan experience we invite them to try the "Mayan Villas". Authentic "Mayan Palapas" which have been transformed into deluxe accommodations combining the unique Mayan Arquitecture with today`s expectations of the highly sophisticated traveler. Definitely a unique experience in an unique place.

 Room facilities:
 * Air conditioned and ceiling fans
 * 1 King or 2 double beds
 * Desk (all suites and some superior rooms)
 * Wood closets (at least 2 in each room)
 * Safety Box
 * Direct dial phone
 * Shower in all rooms
 * Bathrobes and daily change of amenities
 * Private miniature exterior plunge pool in all the suites
 * Private terrace or garden in all suites and some of the superior rooms
 * Mini bar
 * Mini Sound System with CD (Mayan Villas)
 * Cable TV in all guest rooms
 * Hammock
 * High speed internet in all guestrooms (June 2005)

Superior rooms: One bedroom with a large bathroom and with a terrace that faces the gardens.

 
Junior Suites: One bedroom Suite, large bathroom and a large terrace with plunge pool and a view to the gardens.

 

Mayan Villas: Very privately located spacious villa with in its oversized bedroom a "hanging bed™" and a day bed. Furthermore the villa counts with a large bathroom, an ample terrace and a plunge pool facing its private gardens.

 

Presidential Suite "Casa del Patron": ex bedroom of Hacienda owners located in the old main house and now our Master Suite consisting out of a living room, a very extensive bedroom and a spectacular bathroom, ample garden deprived with a private swimming pool (the old cistern of the hacienda) and beautiful teak garden furniture to take sun and enjoy your privacy.

Services


Complimentary services

- Bathrobes and slippers in all rooms
 - Flower decoration and fruit platter at arrival
 - Daily turn-down service
 - Horseback riding
 - Mountain bikes
 - Swimming pool
 - Mini tour through the property
 - Games (chess, backgammon, cards, etc.)
 - Mail services
 - Library
 - Professional assistance to prepare your personalized "A la Carte" tours
 - Excursion basket with hand towels, Kleenex and repellent for each guest

Services available at extra cost

- Tours to the archeological sites with driver and/or bilingual guide
 - Child care
 - Spa services (massages, facials, body treatments, aromatherapy)
 - Business services
 - High speed internet
 - Romantic dinner in the gardens of the Hacienda
 - Laundry

Hol Bé, The Spas Of The Haciendas


 Surrounded by dense tropical jungle and exotic wildlife this secluded and beautifully restaured hacienda is possibly the most intimate and exclusive atmosphere where guests are invited to distance themselves from the outside world.

The term "Hol Bé" comes from the Mayan language and translates as "open de way or open de way in the forest" which sets the mood for the unique calming experience within the Spa. Helping to preserve the ancient Mayan healing practices of the Yucatan peninsula, a select group of the local Mayan therapists have been carefully chosen to provide the special treatments and services offered in the Spa. Several of the therapist’s ancestors were authentic Mayan "Sobadores" or so called "bone healers" and throughout generations handed down techniques and treatments only found in the Mayan world. Their hands and magical restorative spirit help to restore health, energy and beauty in a holistic ambience.

Dedicated to pampering guests in a restful retreat in harmony with nature, The Spas at The Haciendas are based on "high-touch, low tech" concept that celebrates the human touch and use of natural, often indigenous, spa products.

Special treatments:
 - Maya Plan (A couples massages in the privacy of your room)
 - Seaweed Wrap
 - Mud Wrap
 - Mayan Energy Massage
 - Mayan therapeutic massage (relieves muscular and bone contractions)

Other services: Aromatherapy, Swimming Pool.

Recommended Packages: "Hol Bé" plan, an ancient Maya energizing treatment starting with a relaxing foot massage and continuing with an exfoliating treatment using totally natural ingredients derived from flowers and honey. The entire body is vigorously massaged to get removal dead skin cells. This is followed by an invigorating shower, a rub to detoxify your skin and is finished with a soft and relaxing massage with moisturizing oils. This full body treatment lasts for 125 minutes.