The Hotel Marionetas is a bed and breakfast hotel situated
in the historic center of Yucatan's regional capital city
of Merida. Once a puppet theatre, the premises have been
lovingly restored to revive its 100 year old colonial
heritage. Former world travelers Sofi and Dan Bosco, after
years of working within Europe and South America, to settle
down in historic Merida run the luxury bed & breakfast.
Hotel Marionetas is in the heart of Merida Mexico,
a city full of palatial mansions and colonial architecture.
All the town’s attractions
are within walking distance of the hotel. These include
an archaeological museum, local artwork including multpiple
art museums, art galleries and is a sculpture walk and,
of course, the bustling streets of downtown Merida. The
Hotel Marionetas is only 2 blocks from Calle 60, the main
avenue which connects Plaza Grande at the center of town
with Paseo de Montejo, a wide tree-lined avenue originally
designed to emulate the Champs Elysees in France.
The hotel is only 3 blocks from the Santa Lucia Park and
3 blocks from Santa Ana Park. Nearby are Yucatecan restaurants
and local markets , as well as restaurants, stores, bars
and theaters.
You enter the Hotel Marionetas through two huge antique
wooden doors. Once you are inside, you are greeted by
a cool and colorful cafe, a charming little pocket of
relief and comfort.
Rooms at this Merida Mexico hotel provide guests with
comfort and privacy. Each room has its own individual
character, complemented by colorful handmade floor tiles,
as well as a rich decor with handsome eclectic furnishings.
Hotel Marionetas has only 8 rooms, but every one of them
ensures that your stay is comfortable. Each of the air-conditioned
rooms is equipped with spacious bathrooms and king or
queen sized beds. In addition, rooms come complete with
telephones, safe deposit boxes and many other amenities.
There is a peaceful garden and courtyard for relaxing,
reading a book or for enjoying your morning breakfast.
Hotel Marionetas provides the traveler with many services,
including wireless internet connection, a laundry service
and swimming pool. There is also a cafe serving espressos
and snacks and the option of beautician and massage treatments.
Room rates include complimentary breakfast served between
08:00-10:00 am. Due to the uprotected pool in the garden,
children under the age of 13 are not permitted.
If you're staying at Hotel Marionetas, and wish to stay
a few nights near the world wonder Chichen
Itza, try the superb Hacienda
Chichen Resort for a few days outside of the city.