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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.
Distinctive Dining
The culinary delights of a typical Yucatecan kitchen come from a mouth
watering mixture of European and Mexican flavors (Mestizo Cuisine). A
bit of history will explain this strong European influence. Once upon a
time the Yucatecan peninsula was considered to be too far away and too
difficult to reach from the rest of Mexico. Mountainous terrain and
very poor roads kept the peninsula isolated. Having ports with
commercial and cultural contacts with Europe, (especially France), New
Orleans, Cuba and Arab immigrants, the Yucatecans were easily
influenced by many aspects of these countries and cultures, such as
dress, architecture and cooking, which explains why there is a lot of
European flare in its cuisine.
Much of the ingredients used in the menu is organic and comes from the
gardens of hacienda San Jose or any of the other haciendas of the
group. Fresh-baked bread is "made at the haciend" and the fresh fish
comes from the different coastal villages you can find at the coast of
the state of Yucatan only 45 minutes from the hacienda.
Ingredients first used by the Maya include corn, beans, tomatoes,
chiles, squash, chaya (a Spinach-like plant), avocado and achiote
(annatto). The Spaniards introduced citrus fruit-limes and Seville
oranges feature in many dishes, chicken, beef, dairy products,
coriander, garlic, olives, oregano and rice. Pork, chicken and turkey
are widely used in Yucatecan recipes, usually in conjunction with
"recados", which may contain "achiote", Seville orange juice, pepper
and chiles.
The hacienda San Jose features the Restaurant, overlooking the
breathtaking main gardens and located within the old factory buildings.
The menu proposes a blend of regional and international cuisine. With
our master chef, Reyes Santos, leading the charge, he'll show you how
to fully grasp the gravity of this emblematic cuisine. He elides
nothing offering all his secrets and your culinary knowledge and skills
will blossom under his guidance. Reyes Santos cuisine will melt in your
hearts.
Once you arrive at the hacienda do not forget to ask your Host
for our "Romantic Dinner" arrangements, just imagine your dinner for
two served in a perfect hideaway were the grounds are lit by twinkling
candles and the only noise you can hear is the sound of the more than
50 species of birds that live on the property. We can also take care of
regional romantic music arrangements: the well known local "Trio", just
for the two of you.
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