With guest rooms extending over several courtyards, the Hacienda Temozon has more of the ambience of a country mansion than its smaller sisters, the Haciendas San Jose and Santa Rosa. Unexpected passageways lead to secret gardens and secluded niches, with glimpses of plunge pools gained through the foliage. In contrast, some rooms have wide open vistas across the majestic plazas of the hacienda.

All of the quarters revel in 19th century opulence, many with original tile floors and towering beamed ceilings. Brass or wooden beds are furnished with hand-embroidered linen and lace; most rooms have a cozy sitting area if not a separate living room.

Renovation has also endowed the guests' accommodations with modern comforts unknown in the estate's heyday; remote controlled air-conditioning, hairdryers and direct dial telephones. Every bathroom is a sanctuary - we love the spacious walk-in showers and lavish vanity units.

Choose a junior or deluxe suite for some private outdoor space - either a plunge pool or shady terrace. The four deluxe suites also have a separate sitting room. The Hacienda no longer has any connecting rooms or suites, but two rooms close together can be allocated for families.