Secluded bungalows set in the gardens of a historic hacienda make for one of Mexico’s most sought-after stays.
Hacienda Tamchen is located 45 minutes from Mérida, the capital of Mexico‘s Yucatán Peninsula. Dating back to the 17th century, the property is set within landscaped gardens and features lily ponds fed by natural water sources.
Accommodation is limited to a small number of bungalows, each with a private plunge pool and contemporary interiors that complement the hacienda’s original architecture.
What we love about Hacienda Tamchen
- The proximity to stunning local beaches, underground cenotes, and the nearby ruins of Uxmal and Chichén Itzá allows for a variety of day trips.
- The bungalows retain striking architectural details from the original 17th-century hacienda, paired with contemporary finishes.
- A large swimming pool sits at the heart of the property, surrounded by terraces for lounging.
- An on-site chef prepares impressive three-course dinners that showcase regional ingredients and flavours.
- The gardens are planted with native species, attracting a variety of local birdlife and butterflies.
- Dedicated areas for massage and meditation offer quiet spaces to unwind.
Days at Hacienda Tamchen are for true relaxation.
Enjoy the inviting swimming pool and picturesque gardens. Lay back in a hammock with a good book. With dedicated massage and meditation areas, switching off here is easy. Indulge in impressive three-course dinners put together by the accomplished on-site chef.
Wander the nearby colonial towns of Merida and Campeche. Explore the majestic ruins of Uxmal and Chichen Itza. Visit deserted local beaches and cenotes. Don’t miss the Celestún biosphere, a wintering zone for more than 400 species of migratory birds, including flamingos.
Hacienda Tamchen is located just 45 minutes from Merida, the capital of the Yucatan peninsula in southeast Mexico. The hacienda is 2 hours and 15 minutes from the colonial town of Campeche.
There are direct flights to Merida from a number of locations within Mexico, including Mexico City, Oaxaca, and Cancun. Merida can also be easily reached from Miami, Houston, Dallas, and Havana.
When to travel
The hacienda is best visited between December and April, when the days are hot, and rainfall is at a minimum. The “rainy” season begins in June and continues until November, with September and October seeing the most rainfall.
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