Picolo recommends · Hacienda in the Yucatán
Chablé Yucatán: a hacienda, jungle and private pools outside Mérida
An old hacienda in the Yucatán jungle, with casitas, hammocks over the pool and a spa worth the trip on its own.
Cenote
The cenotes are the Yucatán’s freshwater wells.
It is hot and humid, and the jungle smells of rain. You lie in the hammock above your own pool and listen to the birds in the trees, while the stone walls of the old hacienda show between the leaves.
Chablé Yucatán is in Chocholá outside Mérida, in a restored hacienda with casitas scattered through the jungle. It is a place for anyone who wants luxury without seeing a single high-rise.
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The hammock
Stretched out over the pool.
The casita
Big windows facing the jungle.
The hacienda
Old stone arches in the evening.
The jungle
Water and greenery everywhere.
Picolo’s verdict
Why we like Chablé
The hacienda has 40 rooms, all on one level, spread across a large garden and jungle. Many of the casitas have their own pool.
The spa is the reason many come, and Ixiim serves Mexican dinners. A full breakfast is included every morning.
Mérida
Paseo de Montejo in Mérida, a short drive away.
A hacienda in the jungle
Chablé Yucatán: casitas, spa and Mexican cooking
The casitas are modern and bright, with large windows, private terraces and often a pool. Paths wind between them through the garden, past old stone arches and water.
The spa offers massages, body wraps and facials. The hotel has two restaurants, two bars, an outdoor pool and a tennis court, and sits next to a golf course.
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Chablé Yucatán in Chocholá
Casitas in the jungle, many with a private pool, plus a spa and breakfast included.
Underground
A cenote with clear blue water.
Things to do in the Yucatán
Mérida is one of Mexico’s finest colonial cities, with Paseo de Montejo and colourful streets, and it is a short drive away. The Yucatán is also known for its cenotes, natural wells where you can swim in clear fresh water.
The Maya cities of Uxmal and Chichén Itzá are popular day trips. A hire car or a driver is easiest, as the hacienda is in the countryside.
Alternatives
Would you rather stay somewhere else?
Two other unique places on the Yucatán peninsula.
Frequently asked questions about Chablé Yucatán
Where is Chablé Yucatán?
Chablé Yucatán is in Chocholá on the Yucatán peninsula, a short drive from Mérida.
Do the rooms have private pools?
Many of the casitas have their own pool. Check the room type when you book.
Is breakfast included?
Yes, a full breakfast is included every day.
Is Chablé a good base for Maya ruins?
Yes, Uxmal and Chichén Itzá are popular day trips from the area.