Description
Villa Montana, a member of the Mexico Boutique Hotels group, is located ten minutes from the heart of Morelia, nestled in the Santa Marta Mountains. The hotel’s terracotta villas are set around beautiful gardens in a way that ensures privacy and fabulous views of the city and mountains.
Every facade, terrace and patio, path and garden is an intricate work of art combining sculpture, pottery and tiles. The exterior decor blends a wealth of Mexican colonial antiques and folk art in exquisite harmony. Enjoy delicious traditional Mexican and international cuisine at the hotel’s restaurant.
Villa Montana is a superb base from which to explore the beautiful colonial city of Morelia and some of the surrounding towns. Between November and March it is possible to visit the monarch butterfly wildlife sanctuary, where thousands of butterflies come to spend the winter, making for a breathtaking site.
Accommodation
Villa Montana has 36 charming villa-style suites and guest rooms. All are beautifully decorated with fine local furnishings, elegant hardwoods and filed floors. Each has its own individual character, with no two are alike. All have fireplaces, spacious bathrooms and televisions.
| Standard Room | Spacious rooms with either one king size or two double beds, sitting area with fireplace and garden view. Direct-dial telephone, television, safe deposit box. Bathroom with shower-tub. |
| Junior Suite | Very spacious with one bedroom leading onto a living room with fireplace. Garden or panoramic city view. Direct-dial telephone, television, safe deposit box. Large bathroom with shower tub. |
| Master Suite One Bedroom | One bedroom with king size bed and separate living room, some with fireplace in both. Garden or city view. Direct-dial telephone, television and safe deposit box. Large bathroom with shower-tub. |
| Master Suite One Bedroom | One bedroom with king size bed and separate living room, some with fireplace in both. Garden or city view. Direct-dial telephone, television and safe deposit box. Large bathroom with shower-tub. |
| Presidential Suite | Luxury one bedroom with king size bed, fireplace and desk. Spacious bathroom with shower-tub. Full living room with fireplace and adjoining dining area. All beautifully decorated with antiques and artworks. Large private terrace has furniture for tea or cocktails and panoramic views over Morelia. |
| Master Suite Two Bedrooms | One bedroom with king size bed and the other with twin beds. Both places have a fireplace, tv and bathroom with shower-tub. Some have a living room and terrace with garden or city views. |
Childcare
Children are welcome at Villa Montana. Although there are no formal facilities for children cots, extra beds and babysitting can all be arranged on request.
Facilities
Villa Montana has a tennis court, an outdoor pool with a panoramic city view, spa, nearby golf course, fitness centre and boutique. There is also a terrace-bar with a view of Morelia and a restaurant serving regional and international cuisine, in a cosy setting with a fireplace, and native artwork on display.
Activities
Villa Montana is a great base for exploring Morelia, a beautifully preserved colonial city with stunning pink quarrystone buildings, impressive monuments, majestic churches and excellent museums. From here it is also possible to arrange excursions to the picturesque lakeside town of Pátzcuaro and to Quiroga, known for its local handicrafts. Hiking and riding can also be arranged and between November and March a visit to the monarch butterfly wildlife sanctuary is a must.
When to travel
The Colonial Highlands are blessed with a spring-like climate year-round. The average day is brisk in the morning, warm and sunny in the afternoon and cool at night. Winter days are warm (in the 20s C), although you may require a sweater after the sun goes down. April and May tend to be hot and dry. Expect brief afternoon showers 3 or 4 times a week from June to mid-October. Rains are typically heaviest in July and August.
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Location and directions
Morelia, Mexico
Villa Montana, located in Santa Maria, is just 15 minutes from the historical centre if Morelia. In the highlands of central Mexico, approximately midway between Mexico City (3.5hr drive) and Guadalajara (2.5hr drive).
How to get there
14 hour flight (via Houston) to Morelia, or an 11.5 hour flight to Mexico City International Airport, followed by a 3.5 hour car drive.
