NEWS RELEASE
For release: May 3, 2004
HISTORIC BUILDINGS AND ARTISTIC CONCEPTS IN HOSPITALITY ENRICH THE GROWING
MEXICO BOUTIQUE HOTELS COLLECTION
Mexico Boutique Hotels designates five new hotels from Isla Mujeres to Los
Cabos
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico-Adding to the charm, allure and unique vacation experiences
offered by the exclusive collection of
Mexico Boutique Hotels, the company
has designated five new hotels, two of which are significant in opening the historic
destinations of
Cholula and
Patzcuaro for Mexico Boutique Hotels.
New hotels in
Puerto Vallarta,
Isla Mujeres and
Los Cabos are a wonderful enhancement and contrast to the hotels that are already MBH designates
in those areas.
Director Sylvie Laitre commented on the additions, "Our collection of hotels
is like peering into a jewellery box and it gets more exciting with every new
gem we add.
La Quinta Luna,
La Mansion de los Sueños and
Hacienda San Angel are masterpiece restorations.
Casa de los Sueños in Isla Mujeres is a conceptual work of art and
Casa Natalia is a stylish
haven in typical San Jose del Cabo."
Director general, John Youden, stated, "We have succeeded in broadening our
reach in Mexico year after year and it is inspiring to bring the travelling public
access to even more fine hospitality establishments."
Introductory rates and packages can be found at at www.mexicoboutiquehotels.com
where travellers and travel professionals can research and reserve the new hotels
immediately and get extensive destination information on-line. Personal assistance
is available at:
US toll-free 1-877-278-8018;
Canada toll-free 1-866-818-8342;
Mexico toll-free 01-800-508-7923; or calling from other countries to +(52)
(322) 221-2277. Mexico Boutique Hotels can also be reached by e-mail at
info@mexicoboutiquehotels.com or via fax at +(52) (322) 221-2255. The hotels are presented in the company's
2004 color directory available on request.
Mexico Boutique Hotels members are selected based on a qualification process and
established set of criteria. Explains Laître, "These new hotels exemplify
the varied individual concepts represented within the whole collection. While
individual style and character are key points in qualifying to be a member hotel,
the common elements of intimate size, personalized service and excellent cuisine
are traits that each must possess."
Here is a mini-profile of each new hotel member:
Casa de los Sueños Spa - Isla Mujeres
sophisticated • detailed • gourmet cuisine
Where mind, body and spiritual indulgence converges just as its creators intended.
Overlooking the turquoise passage that renders Isla Mujeres another world from
bustling Cancun, the contemporary Mexican architecture of this villa is punctuated
with strong colours, texture and dominant Asian touches. Its eight ocean-view
rooms are aptly named to reflect the planned effect of this spa and wellness resort-Peace,
Abundance, Harmony, Serenity…The nucleus is the Spa Zenter, an immense facility
given the intimate size of the hotel, where ritualistic-style treatments blend
holistic, Asian and European techniques.
Eight ocean-view rooms; Zenergy restaurant (Asian and Mexican cuisine); two pools;
spa; fitness facility.
Rates from US$400 per night including light breakfast
and mini bar.
Air access: Cancun (one hour via taxi and ferry).
Photos,
rates, description at:
www.mexicoboutiquehotels.com/lossuenos
Casa Natalia - San Jose del Cabo
simple elegance • casual • central
In the historical heart of San Jose del Cabo and just 15 minutes to its own private
beach club, Casa Natalia is a stylish design statement incorporating local natural
elements. Its 16 rooms are named in harmony with the villa's intimate tone and
evocative decor. With a staff-to-room ratio of two to one, Nathalie and Loic Tenoux,
have set a new standard for lodging in Los Cabos. Their restaurant Mi Cocina and
its tantalizing Euro-Mexican cuisine has attracted a gathering of savvy repeat
visitors who consider it the best of food and drink in the region.
16 rooms; heated pool; beach club; in-room spa services; restaurant.
Rates from US$180 per night with full breakfast. Introductory package offers 6th night
free.
Air access: San Jose del Cabo (15 min.).
Photos, rates, description
at:
www.mexicoboutiquehotels.com/casanatalia.
Hacienda San Angel - Puerto Vallarta
luxurious • central • sophisticated
Sophisticated style and Puerto Vallarta charm characterize Hacienda San Angel,
a masterpiece restoration of three classic Vallarta-style houses set on a hill
overlooking the expansive Bay of Banderas. Almost within touching distance of
the historic centre's landmark Guadalupe church spire, it is steps to Puerto Vallarta's
best restaurants and the boutiques and galleries of the boardwalk (malecón).
A perfect hotel to pair with Mexico Boutique Hotels' beach resorts in the area
(Majahuitas or Casa Las Brisas).
Nine rooms; two pools; oversized Jacuzzi; breakfast, snacks. pre-arranged lunches
and dinners.
Introductory rates from US$150 including continental breakfast
and hosted cocktail hour.
Air access: Puerto Vallarta (10 min.).
Photos,
rates, description at:
www.mexicoboutiquehotels.com/sanangel.
La Mansion de los Sueños - Patzcuaro
simple elegance • central • gourmet cuisine
The revival of a 17th-century home in the artisan town of Patzcuaro was the longtime
ambition of owner Priscilla Madsen. A short walk from the main plaza, it stands
proudly as a reminder of this city's splendour, which is deeply imprinted by indigenous
and colonial cultures. It's a perfect location from which to enjoy this enchanting
town, Lake Patzcuaro, numerous archaeological and natural attractions and the
dozens of artisan towns which produce abundant Mexican crafts and art work.This
hotel is ideally paired with a stay at one of the two Mexico Boutique Hotels in
Morelia and is also in good proximity to the new highway linking Morelia to Zihuatanejo.
Eleven suites with individual fireplaces; outdoor Jacuzzi; aromatherapy massage
services; two restaurants (international and Mexican).
Rates from US$165.
Air access: Morelia (1 hour, 15 minutes).
Photos, rates, description
at:
www.mexicoboutiquehotels.com/lamansion.
La Quinta Luna - Cholula
simple elegance • detailed • central
Inaugurated as a hotel in October of 2003, La Quinta Luna has an esteemed location
in the oldest quarter of the oldest living city of the American continent. On
the outskirts of Puebla, just 70 miles east of Mexico City, Cholula is significant
for its pre-hispanic pyramid and its views of active volcano Popocatapetl. Catalogued
as an historic building, the Cárdenas González de Cossío
family rescued this 17th-century mansion in an effort to preserve history and
share it with their guests in its new incarnation. A focal point of the estate
is its library housing a rare collection of 3,000 books. Thick adobe walls and
high, beamed ceilings contrast with contemporary decoration. Set in the former
chapel, La Capilla is quickly garnering accolades for its contemporary and traditional
Mexican fare. This hotel can be combined with one of our htoels in Puebla for
an even more in-depth exploration of this area.
Six rooms; restaurant; library; meeting room.
Rates from US$140 w(1.ith
full breakfast. Archaeological and cultural packages available.
Air access: Mexico City 1.5 hours).
Photos, rates, description at: www.mexicoboutiquehotels.com/quintaluna.
Puerto Vallarta-based Mexico Boutique Hotels is the only company of its kind exclusively
dedicated to offering boutique-category lodging in Mexico under a qualification
system. In over 20 destinations from the colonial heartland to hidden beaches,
it's a diverse collection of intimate hotels with unique attributes which must
meet a special set of criteria to receive designation as a Mexico Boutique Hotel.
The company provides efficient access to these hotels via its integrated reservations
systems, guaranteeing an assured booking method and a high standard of accommodation.
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