Category: Mexico

While you could spend a two-week vacation in Mexico sitting beachside and come home happy and refreshed, there is much more to this vast nation. Tropical breezes and sun-kissed beaches are just two of the many reasons why travelers flock south of the border for vacation.

Visit the Mayan antiquities of the Yucatan Peninsula or explore the world of the Aztecs. These ancient societies rival Greeks and Romans for architectural genius, and there are dozens of fascinating ruins and, of course, the famed pyramids. Another truly unique vacation idea is taking a train journey through Copper Canyon, which is deeper and covers more area than the Grand Canyon. Of course, there are plenty of fantastic beach towns, from the Pacific to the Gulf Coast.

KarenBrown.com has several interesting trips outlined with comprehensive Mexico itinerary details. Our readers have also chosen the following hotels and inns as Mexico’s best:

Just a couple of miles from the bustling resort town of Ixtapa, Zihuatenejo is the place where you’ll find what Karen Brown readers have chosen as Mexico’s “Most Romantic” lodging. La Quinta Troppo is located on a hill overlooking the ocean, which is a mere 5-minute walk away. There are just eight guest rooms, so privacy is a guarantee. Most of the rooms boast a view of the spectacular Bay of Zihautenejo, and each has a unique feature. El Jardin de Frida and La India include private garden areas with a hammock. The hotel owners offer tours of the area on their private boat. There is a lap pool, set in a beautiful garden area with plenty of places to sit and relax. Guests are greeted with a margarita upon check-in, and each morning, a tropical-style continental breakfast is served.

Karen Brown readers have chosen La Casona in Mexico City for the “Warmest Welcome” award, and despite its city location, you’ll feel more like a guest in a private home than a hotel guest. The late 19th-century hotel boasts beautiful architecture and decor. Each of the rooms is unique and filled with historic charm, but there are plenty of modern amenities, including wireless internet and room service. This Mexico City hotel is located in a residential neighborhood, about four blocks from the Paseo de la Reforma, one of the city’s main boulevards.

Located in the state of Chiapas, Casa Felipe Flores is a perfect spot to bask in Mexican charm. The Chiapas bed and breakfast, which was chosen by Karen Brown readers as the “Greatest Value” in Mexico, has five guest rooms decorated with Colonial-style furnishings, hand-woven fabrics and Mexican crafts and art.

The innkeepers prepare a bountiful, made-to-order breakfast, as well as offering a full-service bar. Meals are often enjoyed in one of the garden courtyards. The Mexican inn is located in the city of San Cristobal de las Casas, one of the country’s oldest Spanish settlements.

After years of searching Guadaljara, we have found the perfect hotel at Quinta Real. Our readers also named this boutique hotel as Mexico’s best “Splendid Splurge.” Located in Guadalajara, the capital of Jalisco, this Guadaljara hotel is stunning with its ivy-covered brick exterior. The interior is equally impressive filled with posh guest rooms and suites that rival any five-star hotel. The hotel has an indoor-outdoor restaurant in a garden setting, as well as an inner courtyard with fountains, trees and gardens.

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