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San Cristobal de las casas is a gorgeous pueblo magico in the magical state of Chiapas Mexico. Courtney and I lived in San Cristobal de las Casas for a month and quickly realized there are a lot of off-the-beaten-track places to discover in this city. We were thoroughly impressed with all the city had to offer, and even more impressed with the amazing hotels in San Cristobal de las Casas. Finding the right accommodation is an important piece of planning your trip to San Cristobal de las Casas, so in this Unique Hotels in San Cristobal de Las Casas article I’ll help you find a unique stay in San Cristobal.
While we were living in San Cristobal de Las Casas we stayed at a Hostel which suited our digital nomad lifestyle in San Cristobal. San Cristobal de Las Casas has a variety of choices from higher-end hotels with luscious gardens, restaurants, courtyards, and brightly colored designs. In addition to smaller, hostels and hotels with privacy, gardens, rooftop bars, and more.
9 + Unique Hotels in San Cristobal de Las Casas Mexico
In this unique hotels in San Cristobal de Las Casas article, I am going to break down prices, location, amenities, and pet-friendly hotels.
UNIQUE BOUTIQUE HOTELS IN SAN CRISTOBAL DE LAS CASAS
Casa Santa Lucia
Price: $80-100 Per Night
Location: Avenida Josefa Ortiz de Dominguez
Features: Free Breakfast, free wifi, tour desk, laundry service
Pet Friendly: No
Let’s start with Casa Santa Lucia. It has a mixture of luxury and boutique hotel vibes. It was awarded the top 5 Luxury hotels award in 2022 by travel myth, as well as an award for the top 5 hotels in San Cristobal de Las Casas 2022. Its location is close to both the Craft Market and the Central Plaza, placing you in one of the top-rated areas in San Cristobal. Check availability for Casa Santa Lucia on Booking.com
Parador Margarita
Price: $50-60 Per Night
Location: Felipe Flores No 39
Features: free wifi, bar, Airport shuttle
Pet Friendly: No
Parador Margarita is centrally located in the center of San Cristobal de Las Casas and is less than 4 blocks from the city’s main square. Shops, restaurants, museums, and restaurants are just a few minutes’ walk from the hotel. It even has a spacious grassy terrace where you can relax in the sun. This terrace is surrounded by lush trees and high walls, erasing the feeling of being in the middle of a busy city. Reserve your room at Parador Margarita on Booking.com
Hotel Casavieja
Price: $60-100 Per Night
Location: Maria Adelina Flores
Features: Free wifi, Airport shuttle, restaurant, wine cellar
Pet Friendly: No
Hotel Casavieja offers colonial-style rooms inside an 18th Century house. At night, you won’t have to worry about the noise from the city, but during the day you are still close to all the city’s shops, and The rooms feel cozy and warm, and the courtyard offers a lush green garden with seating so you can drink your morning coffee in solitude. What’s unique about this hotel in San Cristobal is its restaurant offers a wine cellar with a variety of options, making it hard to want to leave the hotel at all. Once you decide to explore San Cristobal, it is close to the open-air markets, and the Santo Domingo Church. Check availability for Hotel Casavieja at Booking.com
UNIQUE LUXURY HOTELS IN SAN CRISTOBAL DE LAS CASAS
Hotel Bo
Price: $150-250 Per Night
Location: Avenida 5 de Mayo 38
Features: Free wifi, Airport shuttle, restaurant, fitness center, bar
Pet Friendly: Yes
Hotel Bo is one of the most popular hotels in San Cristobal de Las Casas Mexico. During your stay, you can expect incredible hospitality from the employees, high-quality cuisine, immaculate rooms, and some zen time in the hotel’s brightly colored garden. Hotel Bo is in the heart of San Cristobal de Las Casas, just steps away from all this city has to offer. Reserve your stay at Hotel Bo at Booking.com
Plaza Gallery Hotel & Boutique
Price: $120-180 Per Night
Location: Guadalupe Victoria esq. 16 de Septiembre
Features: Free wifi, free breakfast, coffee shop, Airport shuttle, bar, restaurant, rooftop views, fitness center, laundry service
Pet Friendly: No
Next up is the Plaza Gallery Hotel & Boutique in San Cristobal de Las Casas. This hotel has a higher price tag which includes some pretty sweet amenities like an airport shuttle which makes travel to and from San Cristobal much more convenient. The decor is a mixture of modern and traditional Mexican architecture. It’s close in proximity to the most popular street in San Cristobal, Real de Guadalupe, and close to the Cathedral. Check availability for Plaza Gallery Hotel & Boutique on Booking.com
UNIQUE BUDGET HOTELS IN SAN CRISTOBAL DE LAS CASAS
Hotel Grand Maria
Price: $40-50 Per Night
Location: Flavio A. Paniagua
Features: Free wifi, Airport shuttle, restaurant, bar
Pet Friendly: No
While the Hotel Grand Maria is considered a budget hotel in San Cristobal de Las Casas, don’t let it fool you, with great prices it offers more than just a low price tag. The Hotel Grand Maria is half a mile from San Cristobal’s main attractions like the Cathedral, markets, and popular restaurants. The hotel’s layout will make you feel like you have been transported into the past with its traditional Mexican decor, gorgeous courtyard filled with plants that reach up to its glass dome ceiling. Reserve your room at Hotel Grand Maria at Booking.com
Hotel Suculenta Boutique
Price: $60-70 Per Night
Location: Ejército Nacional 20 el Cerrillo
Features: Free wifi, restaurant, bar, rooftop terrace
Pet Friendly: Yes
Hotel Suculenta Boutique is a fun, brightly colored hotel in San Cristobal de Las Casas. Its design intertwines modern industrial with inviting, brightly colored decor, paint, and murals. This hotel is a great option for travelers looking to meet friends and mingle with other visitors. There is a restaurant and bar onsite as well as games like Ping-pong. Hotel Suculenta also offers a beautiful rooftop terrace with a view of the city and a large open concept with plenty of space to enjoy a drink and the sun. Check availability for Hotel Suculenta Boutique at Booking.com
UNIQUE HOSTELS IN SAN CRISTOBAL DE LAS CASAS
Posada Santa
Price: $20-30 Per Night
Location: Francisco I Madero #56
Features: Free wifi, airport shuttle, hot showers
Pet Friendly: Yes
Posada Santa is a rustic style hostel in a quieter part of San Cristobal de Las Casas. Each room has a personal touch with unique Mexican-style decorations, making it feel like your own home. This hostel offers both private and dorm-style rooms, all of which are spacious, clean, and safe. During your stay here, you can find peace and tranquility in the garden, or socialize and meet new traveler friends. It has a relaxed environment that promotes privacy while still being close to downtown San Cristobal de Las Casas. Reserve your room and Posada Santa at Booking.com
Hostal La Isla
Price: $20-30 Per Night
Location: 1B Avenida Josefa Ortiz de Dominguez
Features: CASH ONLY, Free wifi, Airport shuttle, free breakfast, shared kitchen, tour desk,
Pet Friendly: No
Hostal La Isla is located in the center of San Cristobal de Las Casas. This hostel is great for travelers that want to socialize with other guests of the hostel. There are options for yoga, tours, and sharing a community meal with other guests. There are both private and shared rooms here. The rooms are simple, but offer everything you need during your stay. Its close proximity to the Cathedral, shops, and Real de Guadalupe street makes it a popular choice for travelers. It also has a patio area where you can enjoy views of the city. Reserve your stay at Hostal La Isla at Booking.com
Casa Sofia Guest House
Price: $20-30 Per Night
Location: 19C Miguel Hidalgo 12
Features: Free wifi, free breakfast, shared kitchen, walking tours
Pet Friendly: No
Casa Sofia Guest House is a hostel in San Cristobal de Las Casas, but feels more like a small boutique hotel. This hostel stands out from others in the city as it offers unique amenities like having a patio in each room, as well as offering a continental breakfast each day on its terrace. You can’t beat the location as it’s only a few minute’s walk from the San Cristobal Cathedral and Handicraft markets. Most rooms are listed as shared rooms, you can rent out a full room and make it private without breaking the bank. Reserve your room at Casa Sofia Guest House at Booking.com
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I’m Sam and I may only be 5’3 but I’m feisty and enjoy a lot of sarcastic humor. I’m addicted to travel as well as feeding and advocating for street animals in every country I travel to. I’m married to Courtney and we’re super gay or whatevaaaa. We’re both extroverts and love meeting new people everywhere we travel. We are in love with Latin American culture but can’t wait to explore more of the world!
