Chablé Resort & Spa
Chocholá, Mexico
Chablé Resort & Spa
Tablaje 642, Chocholá, Mexico, 97816 Original Property Opened in 1650 Historic Hotels Worldwide member since 2017
Like many of the great haciendas throughout Mexico, the five-star Chablé Resort & Spa was originally built as a working cattle ranch. The hacienda eventually focused on producing henequen by 1850s. Since 2016 though, the Chablé Resort & Spa has offered a wonderful holiday experience in the heart of the verdant Yucatán. The original center of the hacienda now serves as the common space of the resort, where guests may enjoy its elegant accommodations, delectable dining options, and tranquil spa facilities. The resort is also right in the middle of the historic Mayan Empire, with many legendary Mayan ruins located nearby within a 40-mile radius like Uxmal and Chichén Itzá. The nearest beach is “Progreso,” along the majestic Gulf of Mexico. And just over an hour away is “Celestun,” which is both a beach and Biosphere Reserve. The resort is 27 miles from Mérida, and 22 miles from the airport.
Discover
- Discover the Spanish Colonial-style architecture of this terrific historic destination. Chablé Resort & Spa was originally established as a self-contained colonial estate known as a “hacienda” during the 17th century. Its appearance has even led to UNESCO recognizing it as the “Best Hotel in the World” in 2017.
- Journey to the Reserva de la Biósfera Ría Celestún nearby. A designated UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, this majestic wildlife reservation is home to many unique species of animals, including an incredibly large flamingo colony.
- Stroll through one of the breathtaking cenotes scattered throughout the local countryside. One of the Yucatán’s most popular outdoor attractions, cenotes are beautiful subterranean bodies of water that are housed within limestone caverns. Cenotes X’batun and Kankirixche are under an hour away.
Explore
- Explore the Plaza Grande in downtown Mérida. Also known as the Plaza Mayor and the Plaza de la Independencia, this amazing destination is set within the heart of the historic city center. Many other cultural attractions are just a short walk away, including the Palacio de Gobierno and the Museo Fernando García Ponce-Macay.
- Visit the Catedral de San Ildefonso (Cathedral of Mérida). Located mere steps from the Plaza Grande, this stunning building is among the city’s most recognizable landmarks. It is one of the most historic churches in North America, having been constructed during the late 16th century.
- Travel to the Mayan ruins of Uxmal nearby. One of the best-preserved archeological sites in the Yucatán, the Uxmal ruins contain many impressive structures like the Palacio del Gobernador and the Pirámide del Adivino.
Experience
- Experience the Gran Museo del Mundo Maya (Mayan World Museum of Mérida). This world-renowned cultural institution commemorates the rich culture of the Maya through its extensive collection of ancient artifacts.
- Tour the Palacio Cantón. This beautiful Porfirian-style building was originally constructed during the early 20th century for the prominent Cantón Rosado family. It is home to the Museo Regional de Antropología Yucatán, which also covers the history of the Mayan civilization.
- Interact with the exhibitions inside the Museo de la Ciudad de Mérida. The museum is focused on telling the great story of Mérida’s past from pre-Columbian times to the present. Few places are better in the whole city to learn of its impressive history.
Taste
- Savor a delicious local dish called ceviche. Eaten throughout the Yucatán, ceviche consists of raw fish marinated in citrus juice, chilies, cilantro, and chopped onions. Many restaurants in the region serve this local delicacy given their proximity to the ocean.
- Taste a salbute or panucho when out exploring the Yucatán. Salbutes are deep-fried, puffy corn tortillas that are filled with a delectable assortment of meat, onion, and salsa. Panuchos on the other hand are very similar to salbutes, except that their crust is stuffed with refried black beans before it is cooked.
- Delight in some pibil. This amazing meal is made by wrapping rich marinated beef in banana leaves, and then barbecuing it over an open fire. An especially popular variant is the “cochinita pibil,” which involves using the meat from an entire suckling pig.
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