Chablé Yucatan

We loved Chable Yucatan. The staff was warm, welcoming and fantastic at anticipating our needs. The location (see photos) could NOT be better, prettier or better cared for. The casitas are perfectly arranged, well equipped and outfitted with wonderful bedding. The property is pretty large, but they not only provide bicycles, they arrive almost instantly with golf carts to take you everywhere. The lay out is essentially spa at one end, pool at the other with the casitas completely hidden in-between, so you are really pretty close to everything, while experiencing absolute privacy. We did use the spa. The staff was super skilled, and they took their Mayan tradition seriously. You could feel the grace, magic and power of it in every service. The food was everything that you would expect from a Michelin two star and, at pool side, easy and approachable. Yes, the pool hamburger is over-priced (as reviewers have said), but everything else is pretty typical of american prices for similar things. My advice: order something more authentic. There is a burger place in the airport (if you must have one, go there). How do you achieve this level of dining and hospitality in a wild, relatively remote spot? How did arguably the top hotel in North America end up here? It is a mystery, but a mystery that we will certainly be drawn back to.

My boyfriend and I stayed at Chablé Yucatán last September, and as we were reminiscing all the properties we’ve had the privilege of staying at (think the St. Regis Rome, Ritz Carlton Puerto Rico, Secret Bay, St. Regis Venice, etc.), Chablé is by far our favorite, and we had to come here and leave a review! This was my first time staying here, and my boyfriend’s second time. The location of the property is stunning - it’s set against the backdrop of a historic 16th century hacienda, with lots of features from the original property tied in with the more modern amenities. Sometimes you’d get lucky and see the resident deer exploring the grounds, along with plenty of birds, and we even got a surprise visit from a grey fox! The rooms were gorgeous and very private, and for the vast majority of our stay, it felt as if we were the only people there. The staff members are kind, welcoming, and eager to assist, so you never feel as if you’re an inconvenience. They were happy to converse with us in English and Spanish, and were a helpful resource in finding cool things to do both on and off property. The food was also very good (especially breakfast, with their delicious pastries and butter!) although dinner sometimes left a little to be desired. Keep in mind that Chablé Yucatán is not on the coast, but rather tucked into the jungle 35 minutes from Merida. For my boyfriend and I, this wasn’t a concern at all - we loved exploring the small towns in the surrounding areas, talking with the locals, seeking out abandoned haciendas lost to the countryside, and swimming in the numerous cenotes in the region. However, if you’re into laying out on a beach, you won’t find that here. All that being said, a rental car is a must! We never felt unsafe, and felt as if we were right at home. I can’t wait to travel back to Chablé Yucatán soon!

Chablé is located on a former hacienda that has been beautifully renovated. All rooms consist of spacious and private Casitas. The domain itself is beautiful and is very well maintained. They have two restaurants including one Ixi’im operated by chef a Jorge Vallejo who’s been awarded a Michelin star. The restaurant has an impressive collection of Tequila bottles one of the largest in the world. Another restaurant is located on the property which is decent but has less panache. There’s little to fault at Chablé Yucatán there’s attention to detail in every aspect of your stay. The Spa is beautiful and spacious. The massage I had at the spa was one of the best I have ever received. One thing though is that it has limited hydrotherapy facilities with one dry sauna and a few jacuzzi. I didn’t see a steam room although I might have missed it. One peculiar thing is that access to the hydrotherapy area is through the women’s changing room; a spa butler accompanies you and probably made sure that it was empty prior to access but it felt a little weird. Note that you’re surrounded by nature and although we didn’t encounter animal exotic wildlife, birds are very lively including at night so light sleepers beware and bring some earplugs. There are a few mosquitos but surprisingly very few of them given that you’re actually in the jungle. There’s plenty of bars with fantastic cocktails including one that we didn’t try that offer fine spirits and cigars. The service was impeccable and the concierge service goes above and beyond to provide assistance and guidance. One thing that did bother me was the pool in our casita was always filled with leaves and particles were gathering at the bottom, they cleaned it with every room service but I think a more powerful filtration system or automated vacuum could be a good addition.

The hotel is amazing. A mixture between past and modernity, made with a lot of taste. The villas are beautifully furnished and we enjoyed ours very much. It has a nice pool, which is welcomed as it can be very hot. The hotel offers a lot of activity, the food is excellent and the chef is growing part of its vegetable on the premise. The staff was lovely and very helpful.

Amazing hotel and experience. Each corner is an artwork where architecture, design, history and landscaping combine perfectly. The staff is welcoming, kind and proud of the hotel.

“From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with exceptional service. The grounds are stunning, and our room was spotless, with the most comfortable bed. The staff went above and beyond to meet all our needs. The restaurant offered delicious and unique local cuisine, and the spa was a serene retreat with excellent service. I highly recommend this hotel for anyone looking for a memorable stay!”