Boutique by The Museo

A blissful refuge in the heart of Merida, Boutique byThe Museo is a small, boutique hotel run by its gracious owners who carefully restored this lovely authentic hacienda to its present-day charm.

Located next to the Palacio Canton and one block from the impressive Paseo de Montejo, the hotel is walking distance to the historic town center. The hotel’s high ceilings and hand-painted tiles reflect the region’s architectural richness, thanks to the wealth of the henequén industry boom in early-20th-century Merida.

The lobby, with local-tile floors and a baby grand piano, leads to a courtyard that houses a refreshing swimming pool. In the evenings, enjoy cold margaritas and snacks on the terrace. One of the highlights of staying at this intimate property is the interactive cooking class held by the hotel chef. The class incudes a guided tour of the local market—pure heaven for any foodie in your group.

The guest rooms are two- and three-bedroom suites outfitted with custom cedar closets, Peacock Alley bedding, air-conditioning and luxury mattresses. These well-appointed spaces feature authentic Mexican touches, and a fridge awaits you with cold water, hibiscus juice and cold beer, perfect at the end of a long day. The warm and generous staff will make you glad you decided to stay at this hospitable hotel.

Over the past few years, Boutique by The Museo has implemented numerous sustainability practices, in aspects from construction to daily activities.

The hotel focuses on using local materials for construction, which not only supports the community but also creates cooler interiors, reducing the need for air conditioning. Plastic water bottles have been eliminated thanks to a reverse osmosis system. Additionally, LED lighting is used throughout the property to enhance energy efficiency.

Around 85% of the property’s food comes from local suppliers and 100% of artisan work is local, supporting the community and reducing the hotel’s carbon footprint. Composting systems are in place, and energy-saving measures have been implemented for all machinery on the premises. Their gardens provide fresh herbs and some other produce for the restaurant.

Looking ahead, one of the hotel’s main goals over the next two years is to become largely self-sufficient in producing fruits and vegetables.