Located in Campeche this 17th century hacienda has been carefully and sympathetically restored to its former glory. Many of the hacienda's original features are still evident, from its thick stone walls to the beautifully tiled floors.

With just 16 rooms, the hotel feels small and intimate, more like a grand home than a hotel. With every luxury to pamper guests, from its excellent restaurant to the unique swimming pool, it's a great place relax and unwind. The decor and furnishing of the guest rooms is elegant and lavish, reflecting the opulence and style of the hacienda's heyday.

The Ambiance Villas has a perfect beachfront location that provides high quality accommodation with self-catering facilities and child-friendly amenities.

Guests can choose a luxurious one bedroom suite, with fully equipped kitchen and comfortable sitting room, and then add one or two more bedrooms as required. The suites are also indulgent enough for honeymooners, with their spacious king bedrooms and large dressing area. For an economical choice, there is also a range of large one-room studios with kitchenettes.

The elegant Hacienda Chichen Resort is located next to the Mayan ruins of Chichen Itza.  It is an eco friendly boutique hotel that has charming suites and cottages set in lush tropical gardens.  Each room is uniquely furnished with colonial decor and hand carved wooden accessories.  All feature air-conditioning and a terrace ovelooking the gardens.

The resort has an art gallery and museum, swimming pool and spa.  Guests can enjoy dinner served under the stars at the hacienda's outdoor terrace bar and restaurant.

The hotel offers a range of cultural experiences from Mayan holistic rituals at Yaxkin Spa to guided tours of local towns and archaeological sites, as well as Mayan cooking classes and ecological explorations of the local flora and fauna.

The thatched roof casitas of the Bahia de la Luna hotel are nestled around a beautiful bay that has one of the best swimming beaches in the area.  The accommodations may be simple, but the location is stunning; it is incredibly private and secluded and yet only a short drive to the nearest town.  You may share the pristine bay with sea turtles, manta rays, dophins or even whales, whilst a rich variety of birds and wildlife inhabit the hills behind the beach.  The casitas have either one or two bedrooms and work well for families.  They have electricity, good ceiling fans and nice bathrooms with showers (though the water in the showers is not heated).  All meals are served in the delightful beachfront restaurant, where fresh fish and seafood are specialties and the prices are very reasonable for such beautifully prepared dishes.  Lunch is offered a la carte and the three course set dinner menu changes daily, but dietary restrictions can be catered for. Highly recommended as a barefoot and get-away-from-it-all adventure!

Playa Azul is a lovely small hotel that positively oozes with Mexican charm. Located in a quiet area of Cozumel, just opposite Cozumel Country Club, it is just 10 minutes drive from the main town, San Miguel, and the ferrry dock.

The hotel has just 50 rooms, in both the original hotel building and a newer section located around the pool. Room interiors are bright and spacious and feature lovely pieces of Mexican arts and crafts throughout, and almost all have great views of the Caribbean. It offers an excellent selection of accommodation from romantic Master Suites for couples, spacious Suites for families, and versatile Standard Rooms that are perfect for couples, friends or families with young children.

The Quinta Real offers sumptuous suites with a well-planned and exceptionally attractive design. Moorish domes dominate the skyline and give a grand elegance to the restaurant and bar, whose terraces offer fantastic views over the bay for the most memorable evenings.

The outlandishly romantic bathrooms include large oval Jacuzzi tubs directly overlooking the ocean. Grand Class suites have large balconies complete with hammocks and outdoor dining furniture plus more fantastic views, while the Private Pool suites have an appealing duplex arrangement, with the lower floor occupied by a private terrace and a good sized plunge pool.

The little island of Holbox is about three hours from Cancun but the journey is worthwhile, for at the end you'll find Villas Delfines, an enclave of thatched-roof casitas by a wide and deserted beach, a natural paradise and a perfect escape from the crowds.

It's a great destination for fishing and bird watching, and the hotel offers some excellent excursions. The enchanting casitas, with their huge terraces and hammocks, are idyllic tropical hideaway cottages and they're also big enough to accommodate a family with two or three children - kids will love the huge beach with its powder soft sand scattered with seashells.

Entering the lobby of the Hotel Caribe from Parque Hidalgo, you cannot fail to be impressed by the colonial warmth of the arches and colonnades rising above gleaming black and white tiled floors. The courtyard has shady walkways on each of the three floors and houses terracotta potted plants and pleasant seating areas.

Guest rooms are pretty and functional, but the main advantage is the excellent location, one block from the main square and with good views of the cathedral from its small rooftop sun terrace.

With just fifteen sumptuous guest rooms, the Hacienda San Jose offers guests the chance to experience the lavish lifestyle of the henequen lords.

The Hacienda is ideally situated close to Chichen Itza and many other of the "must-sees" of the Yucatan, yet also offers guests the chance to lighten their sightseeing trip with a little indulgent relaxation.

This 17th century colonial building is without doubt a very special place, and a real treasure right in the heart of Merida.

Whether you choose one of the beautifully decorated and maintained Standard rooms, the unique Special Class room or even an exquisite Suite - you'll be enchanted by this hotel's charms.

For a first visit to Mexico City, the Hotel Majestic would be our highest recommendation whatever your budget.  There is no better introduction to the city than to wake in the morning to the sound of trumpets as the National Guard raise the flag in the Zocalo - the second biggest plaza in the world after Red Square in Moscow.

The location and the view are certainly the greatest draws of the Majestic, but they wouldn't have the same appeal in a modern hotel.   Although the guest rooms may not be the most luxurious in town, they wallow in a sense of historical significance whilst remaining comfortable and roomy.  We reckon that the combination of unrivalled location and value for money is one of the best deals in town.

From the same group of Mexican design hotels as the ever popular Habita, (Mexico City) Basico and Deseo (Playa del Carmen), Condesa df has quickly established itself as one of the trendiest and most fashionable hotels in town.   Ideally located in the trendy and increasingly popular Condesa neighborhood, with its tree-lined avenues and idyllic parks, this hotel is a welcome addition to the scene, and guests can benefit from the plethora of sidewalk cafes, bars and restaurants in the area.

Everything happens around the central inner atrium.  Hotel guests and locals gather to enjoy the fantastic food, from a 'modern basic' menu, which takes influences from across Mexico, and was created by Jonathan Morr and Linda Rodriguez, head chef at Bond Street NYC.

The spacious Roof Terrace provides a second communal area, featuring a bar and a sushi-bar.  Nestling amongst the treetops, the sunny terrace provides a lovely escape from the hustle and bustle of Mexico City.  By night, the terrace is warmed by patio heaters, and the drinks keep flowing until the early hours.

Reassuringly grand and European in style, the Imperial would be an excellent choice for those seeking some familiarity on a first visit to the city. It has had a long history, including a spell as the American Embassy, and a prestigious location on Paseo de la Reforma.

The lobby is impressive; full of marble and chandeliers - and very efficient bell-boys. Service here is as you would expect from a business-oriented hotel, proving that you don't need to spend a fortune at one of the top chains for five-star facilities.

Rooms are generously sized, with modern style and facilities. Though they don't reflect the character of the building, they do provide a very comfortable base to explore the city.

Habita, with its stark white interiors and photogenic rooftop bar, sets a trend for modern and stylish hotels in the capital.  It's a few years older now and some of the modish clientele may have moved on, but it's still a good choice for visitors to the city.  Guest rooms have state-of-the-art equipment including complementary high-speed internet access, in-house music channels and safe boxes that can accommodate laptop computers.  Public areas also have wireless internet access and guests can use a PC in the business center without charge.

The location in affluent Polanco is convenient for the museums as well as shopping in designer boutiques and dining in the city's best restaurants. 
In a city of marked contrasts, Habita is a refreshingly modern choice with excellent amenities that will appeal to both business and leisure travelers.

Formerly the 16th Century convent of Santa Catalina, the hotel is a beautiful combination of the historical, together with the excellent facilities and services of the prestigious Camino Real Group.

In one of the bougainvillea decked courtyards is a stunning swimming pool, surrounded by ancient stone walls, restored frescoes and flowering shrubs. In another, tables from the restaurant spill out under colonnades, and echoes of Gregorian chants drift in the breeze.

The Parador del Dominico is a long-standing feature on central Oaxaca's lodging lists, and has always been a very welcome one. The attractions for us lie in the simple, clean and unfussy lines that harmonize old and new. Traditional materials of stone and tile are tastefully mixed with modern furniture and even halogen lighting in the dining room.

Suprisingly modern facilities include satellite TV, minibar and phone, together with a hook-up for fax or PC.

Basico offers unique and stylish accommodation right in the heart of Playa del Carmen. The hotel has a striking and unusual design in which the designer has blended the motifs of traditional Mexican culture with the significant and far-reaching influence that the discovery of oil has had on the country. As a result the hotel features many unusual combinations of traditional and industrial materials including cotton, wood, concrete and rubber.

The design and simplistic decor of the rooms is basic to the point of minimalism, yet they still manage to ooze style, and feature modern conveniences like satellite TV, DVD player and a cordless telephone.

Ideally located at the end of Playa del Carmen's lively 5th Avenue this small hotel is an excellent choice for families. It's just a pleasant ten-minute stroll into the center of town, passing some wonderful bars and restaurants en-route, but without the noise of more centrally located hotels.

It's also just one block from the finest stretch of beach in Playa del Carmen, where you'll find the most popular beach clubs (hotel guests enjoy complimentary access to one of these clubs, so they can use the sun loungers and beach towels there and of course enjoy bar service by the ocean).

Excellent facilities together with a beachside location and the best restaurant in town make the Santa Fe an ideal choice for those wanting a resort vacation with real Mexican flavor.

We like to spend our evenings here in the thatched-roof open-sided restaurant, overlooking Playa Zicaleta. It's the best place around for cocktails at sunset - we recommend you order the tasty guacamole with your drinks. The restaurant specializes in seafood and vegetarian dishes and has a casual atmosphere - but arrive early for the best tables.

It's an easy walk along the bay into the pretty town, but the Santa Fe has everything you need for a relaxing break and you may be tempted not to stray far.

Al Cielo is located on a fabulously long, wide powder-soft beach on Mexico's Caribbean coast. For those yearning for the simple life, it is heaven indeed.

The hotel has a chic "bare feet and linen" restaurant, a couple of beach bars within walking distance, and just four rooms - each with balcony or terrace and hammock and all with views of the dazzling Caribbean beach.

Ceiba del Mar is a breath of fresh air. It's luxury and indulgence at its best, without the expense that usually goes with it. Even the most active person could easily spend at least a week here and not become bored. The vast amount of facilities - ranging from a fully equipped gym to motor bikes to jogging track - are more than ample to keep you busy.

In addition, the excellent Spa offers massages on the beach, yoga classes, a sauna and beauty salon.

Esencia is an intimate and luxurious property located on a gorgeous beach at Xpu-ha, on Mexico's Caribbean coast.

This is one of the few luxury properties in this area to welcome children of all ages, yet it's also one of the most romantic and indulgent honeymoon destinations in the region. With just twenty nine rooms and suites on an estate covering fifty acres, there's plenty of space for everyone.

Maroma is truly special - a discreet hideaway on a perfect Caribbean beach with a welcome that makes you feel at home within minutes. You won't believe that you're less than an hour from the crowds at Cancun - from the moment you leave the coastal highway you really are in a different world. After clearance at the gatekeeper's lodge, it takes a good fifteen minutes' bumpy drive through the jungle before you catch a glimpse of white stucco walls and thatched turrets.

Within you'll find a world of rounded white walls, lush green foliage and stylish furnishings, with views of the turquoise Caribbean and one of the most beautiful beaches in the world.

The Tides Riviera Maya (formerly Ikal del Mar) opened in early 2002 and has become one of the hottest properties on the Mexican Caribbean. Honeymooners will delight in the privacy of the individual villas, each with a plunge pool, surrounded by lush tropical gardens - luxuries that have been previously hard to find on this stretch of coast.

Tides will surprise and delight with numerous small details, from super lightweight duvets and fine cotton sheets to the in-room DVD players and the heated pools for spontaneous midnight dips.

A wonderfully rustic hotel located on a beach of cool white sand that stretches as far as the eye can see. The water here is incredibly clear making it a superb location for swimming and snorkeling.

This simple hotel is a true getaway; perfect for those who yearn for rest and relaxation. With some rooms directly on the beach and others just a little way behind you are never far from the tempting waters of the Caribbean.

Hemingway is the perfect spot to escape the pressures of day-to-day life and get back to nature in true Mexican style.

La Zebra is located to the south of the hotel beach area.  This is a wonderful wide stretch of the beach which is quiet and yet within walking distance of lots of other small restaurants and bars.
The rooms here have a fairly traditional beach cabana style, with its small colored houses and palapa roofs.  Inside the rooms are quite a surprise with modern and stylish interiors featuring white decor and bed linens accented by a splash of red.  Rooms have 24 hour electricity, ceiling fans, mosquito nets and beach towels.  Rooms have either a king or two double beds and there are a few larger houses which are good for families.
The hotel's beachfront restaurant has a fantastic selection of Mexican specialities, including lots of locally caught fish.  There are also a great range of fresh fruit margaritas to try and mojitos made from fresh sugar cane juice.  On Sundays there is a salsa party in the evenings.

The Hacienda Santa Rosa is a true haven for those intent on seeing the very best that the Yucatan has to offer. We particularly like the intimacy and serenity of the Santa Rosa. A visit here is rather like staying with friends - the welcome is warm and sincere and it's fun to watch the daily activity around this rather grand house.

Rooms offer glorious oversized bathrooms, soaring ceilings - some more than twenty feet high - and enormous, heavy doors that lend so much to the atmosphere. Some original floor tiles also remain, and the rough walls have been repainted in typically Mexican yellows, oranges and blues.

A comfortable and attractive destination that makes an excellent location for exploring the spectacular ruins at Uxmal.

The restaurant serves good food, both local and international, and service is always with a smile. If you're lucky you can often hear the mariachis gently serenading diners and this gives the place a wonderful ambiance.

Strolling into town is easy from this charming, centrally-located hotel and Valladolid also makes an excellent base for exploration of the archaeological sites and natural treasures of the Yucatan.  The restaurant is excellent too.

Many guests are pleasantly surprised by the amenities - including cable TV and telephones in all the rooms; and bidets and tubs in some of the roomy suites.  The enticing swimming pool is also a real delight.