Pros
- Central location in historic center San Miguel de Allende
- Main attractions are within a five-minute walk
- Sleek, contemporary hotel with a strong focus on art
- Spacious, modern rooms with air-conditioning and furnished balconies
- Some suites add kitchenettes and private terraces
- Fine-dining Mexican restaurant with food by Enrique Olvera
- Outdoor pool with sun loungers and umbrellas
- Free continental breakfast includes pastries and coffee
- Chic and locally popular bar serving revered signature cocktails
- Full-service spa set in tranquil garden with a spa tub
- Fitness center has modern weight and cardio equipment
- Free Wi-Fi and and self-parking
- Small pets are welcome
Cons
- Only a basic selection at breakfast
- Wi-Fi can be spotty
- Poolside rooms will pick up some noise
Bottom Line
This four-and-a-half-pearl, 32-room boutique hotel has a sleek, modern style and sophisticated atmosphere that matches funky San Miguel's vibe. It's conveniently located in the heart of town and most attractions are within an easy walk. Air-conditioned rooms are spacious and contemporary, equipped with flat-screen TVs, minibars, and furnished balconies. Some larger suites add private terraces and kitchenettes. Leisure facilities include an outdoor pool with sun loungers, full-service spa, and modern fitness center. There's an excellent fine-dining Mexican restaurant with food by well-known chef Enrique Olvera, plus a chic bar that's popular with patrons from all over town. Breakfast and Wi-Fi are free. Travelers looking for a more traditional stay might prefer Hacienda El Santuario, a luxe boutique hotel that's housed in a picturesque historic mansion and offers free bike rentals.
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Amenities
- Cribs
- Fitness Center
- Internet
- Jacuzzi
- Pets Allowed
- Pool
- Spa
Scene
Thoughtfully curated boutique hotel with modern decor and sophisticated vibe
Hotel Matilda has a modern, art-gallery-like ambience featuring a significant collection of works by acclaimed Mexican artists. Built in 2010, decor is clean-lined and minimalist, standing in stark contrast to the exuberant colonial architecture of San Miguel de Allende. Public spaces have a bright, fresh feel, with neutral color schemes that are enlivened by vibrant works of art and out-of-scale design features. The outdoor terrace overlooks lush gardens of indigenous flora and features a wall of water that flows down from the infinity pool, creating a tranquil and peaceful atmosphere that's perfect for guests who want to relax during the day. The overall vibe is sophisticated and trendy, and most guests tend to be couples seeking a romantic getaway, though some families and business travelers also stay here.
Location
In the heart of San Miguel de Allende's historic district
This hotel has a central location that's ideal for anyone exploring the city on foot. Most attractions are within a five-minute walk of the hotel, and there are plenty of shopping and dining options nearby, though taxi's and bus lines are easily accessible for those who don't want to walk. San Miguel de Allende is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that's renowned for its cobblestone streets and colorful colonial architecture, perfectly encapsulated in the city's most famous cathedral, Parroquia de San Miguel Arcangel. It's pink spires and lively neighboring square are a five-minute walk away, while Santa Cruz del Chorro Chapel is a 10-minute walk. Other sites include Juarez Park, Casa del Mayorazgo de la Canal, and the Historical Museum of San Miguel de Allende. Guanajuato is around an hour's drive from the hotel, while Guanajuato International Airport is roughly a 90-minute drive.
Rooms
Modern, sleek, and art-heavy rooms with furnished balconies, air-conditioning, and premium bath products
Most of the hotel's 32 rooms and suites face the internal courtyard, and every room has a furnished balcony or terrace overlooking an abundance of exotic potted plants that are native to the region. They're all spacious, with modern decor and a minimalist design scheme, decorated with gray tones, simple dark wood furniture, and modern Mexican photography. Many have poster beds that add a luxe, romantic touch, while pendant lighting and marble floors add just the right dash of sophistication. Standard amenities include air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs with cable channels, DVD players, minibars, safes, phones, and free Wi-Fi. You can also request an iPad. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses and Egyptian cotton linens, while fluffy robes and slippers are a cozy extra. Suites add more living space and some include kitchenettes, private terraces, and en-suite bathrooms with deep-soaking tubs. Modern, gray marble-finish bathrooms are equipped with double vanities, walk-in showers or shower/tub combos (some have separate marble showers and soaking tubs), and premium Malin + Goetz bath products. Guest should note that poolside rooms may be noisier, so light sleepers should request a room away from this area.
Features
Restaurant helmed by Enrique Olvera, chic cocktail bar, infinity pool, spa, fitness center, and free Wi-Fi
Despite its boutique size, this hotel manages to pack in a host of luxurious extras that make it a stand-out in San Miguel. At the top of that list is food. The fine-dining Moxi Restaurant serves highly-rated and innovative Mexican cuisine by well-known chef Enrique Olvera in a stylish setting. The chef also owns Pujol, one of Mexico City's most famous restaurants. It's a popular choice for guests as well as the public, so guests should note that reservations will be required. Bar Matilda is another trendy city hotspot, famous for its signature cocktails in a chic atmosphere. A continental breakfast is free for all guests, consisting of pastries, fruit, tea, and coffee, but no hot options. To be honest, the meal is a bit underwhelming given the rest of the hotel's food and beverage program, according to previous guests. Room service is available, but hours are limited.
Other facilities include a sleek outdoor pool with curved sun loungers and shady umbrellas, and a full-service spa set in tranquil gardens with a spa bath. There's a small but adequate 24-hour fitness center with modern cardio machines and strength-training equipment, and stylish business facilities like modern event spaces and meeting rooms. Hotel services include a 24-hour front desk, concierge, laundry, dry cleaning, tour desk, luggage storage, bike rentals, and airport transfers for a fee. Free self-parking and free Wi-Fi are both available. Small pets are welcome on request.
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Scene
Thoughtfully curated boutique hotel with modern decor and sophisticated vibe
Hotel Matilda has a modern, art-gallery-like ambience featuring a significant collection of works by acclaimed Mexican artists. Built in 2010, decor is clean-lined and minimalist, standing in stark contrast to the exuberant colonial architecture of San Miguel de Allende. Public spaces have a bright, fresh feel, with neutral color schemes that are enlivened by vibrant works of art and out-of-scale design features. The outdoor terrace overlooks lush gardens of indigenous flora and features a wall of water that flows down from the infinity pool, creating a tranquil and peaceful atmosphere that's perfect for guests who want to relax during the day. The overall vibe is sophisticated and trendy, and most guests tend to be couples seeking a romantic getaway, though some families and business travelers also stay here.
Location
In the heart of San Miguel de Allende's historic district
This hotel has a central location that's ideal for anyone exploring the city on foot. Most attractions are within a five-minute walk of the hotel, and there are plenty of shopping and dining options nearby, though taxi's and bus lines are easily accessible for those who don't want to walk. San Miguel de Allende is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that's renowned for its cobblestone streets and colorful colonial architecture, perfectly encapsulated in the city's most famous cathedral, Parroquia de San Miguel Arcangel. It's pink spires and lively neighboring square are a five-minute walk away, while Santa Cruz del Chorro Chapel is a 10-minute walk. Other sites include Juarez Park, Casa del Mayorazgo de la Canal, and the Historical Museum of San Miguel de Allende. Guanajuato is around an hour's drive from the hotel, while Guanajuato International Airport is roughly a 90-minute drive.
Rooms
Modern, sleek, and art-heavy rooms with furnished balconies, air-conditioning, and premium bath products
Most of the hotel's 32 rooms and suites face the internal courtyard, and every room has a furnished balcony or terrace overlooking an abundance of exotic potted plants that are native to the region. They're all spacious, with modern decor and a minimalist design scheme, decorated with gray tones, simple dark wood furniture, and modern Mexican photography. Many have poster beds that add a luxe, romantic touch, while pendant lighting and marble floors add just the right dash of sophistication. Standard amenities include air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs with cable channels, DVD players, minibars, safes, phones, and free Wi-Fi. You can also request an iPad. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses and Egyptian cotton linens, while fluffy robes and slippers are a cozy extra. Suites add more living space and some include kitchenettes, private terraces, and en-suite bathrooms with deep-soaking tubs. Modern, gray marble-finish bathrooms are equipped with double vanities, walk-in showers or shower/tub combos (some have separate marble showers and soaking tubs), and premium Malin + Goetz bath products. Guest should note that poolside rooms may be noisier, so light sleepers should request a room away from this area.
Features
Restaurant helmed by Enrique Olvera, chic cocktail bar, infinity pool, spa, fitness center, and free Wi-Fi
Despite its boutique size, this hotel manages to pack in a host of luxurious extras that make it a stand-out in San Miguel. At the top of that list is food. The fine-dining Moxi Restaurant serves highly-rated and innovative Mexican cuisine by well-known chef Enrique Olvera in a stylish setting. The chef also owns Pujol, one of Mexico City's most famous restaurants. It's a popular choice for guests as well as the public, so guests should note that reservations will be required. Bar Matilda is another trendy city hotspot, famous for its signature cocktails in a chic atmosphere. A continental breakfast is free for all guests, consisting of pastries, fruit, tea, and coffee, but no hot options. To be honest, the meal is a bit underwhelming given the rest of the hotel's food and beverage program, according to previous guests. Room service is available, but hours are limited.
Other facilities include a sleek outdoor pool with curved sun loungers and shady umbrellas, and a full-service spa set in tranquil gardens with a spa bath. There's a small but adequate 24-hour fitness center with modern cardio machines and strength-training equipment, and stylish business facilities like modern event spaces and meeting rooms. Hotel services include a 24-hour front desk, concierge, laundry, dry cleaning, tour desk, luggage storage, bike rentals, and airport transfers for a fee. Free self-parking and free Wi-Fi are both available. Small pets are welcome on request.
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Amenities
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Air Conditioner
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Airport Transportation
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Babysitting Services
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Balcony / Terrace / Patio
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Basic Television
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Business Center
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Cable
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Concierge
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Cribs
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Dry Cleaning
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Fitness Center
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Free Breakfast
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Internet
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Jacuzzi
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Kids Allowed
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Laundry
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Meeting / Conference Rooms
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Mini Bar (with liquor)
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Pets Allowed
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Pool
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Poolside Drink Service
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Room Service
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Separate Bedroom / Living Room Space
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Spa
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