Hacienda San Gabriel de las Palmas is a restored 16th-century sugar hacienda outside Amacuzac, built around courtyards, a private chapel, and gardens fed by natural springs that also supply the property's pool. Rooms and suites occupy the hacienda's original stone buildings, and the grounds include a restaurant, spa, and horseback riding trails through the surrounding countryside.
Hacienda San Gabriel de las Palmas sits along the Cuernavaca-Chilpancingo highway near Amacuzac in southern Morelos, roughly an hour from Cuernavaca and close to the Guerrero state line. The property is a restored 16th-century sugar hacienda, one of the oldest in the region, with stone courtyards, a still-consecrated private chapel, and colonial arcades preserved through the renovation into a hotel. Rooms are organized as Hacienda Rooms, Suites, and Master Suites, each set within the estate's original stone buildings and furnished in a colonial style consistent with the property's history. The hacienda's spring-fed pool draws on the same natural water sources that once powered the sugar mill, and its restaurant serves regional Morelos cuisine, often using produce from the property's own gardens. A spa and horseback riding trails through the surrounding countryside round out the amenities, and the grounds are frequently booked for weddings held in and around the chapel. Service is oriented toward destination-wedding groups and travelers seeking a quiet countryside retreat rather than a business-focused stay.
Room types
- Hacienda Room
- Suite
- Master Suite
Amenities
- spring-fed pool
- spa
- restaurant
- chapel
- gardens
- horseback riding
- wifi
- free parking
Location
Carretera Federal Cuernavaca-Chilpancingo Km 41.8, 62642 Amacuzac, Morelos, Mexico
18.6656, -99.3726 View on map
Highlights
- One of the oldest restored sugar haciendas in Morelos, dating to the 16th century
- Private chapel still used for weddings
- Spring-fed pool sourced from the hacienda's original water system
- Horseback riding trails through the surrounding countryside
- Colonial courtyards and stone arcades throughout the property
Tips for visiting
- Reserve well ahead for weekends, as the chapel and grounds host frequent weddings
- The spring-fed pool stays cool year-round, even in warmer months
- A rental car or arranged transfer is recommended, since the hacienda sits outside Amacuzac's town center
- Ask about horseback riding schedules on arrival, as trail rides are typically organized in the morning
Accessibility
The hacienda's courtyards and ground-floor rooms are reachable via paved paths, though original stone flooring in some historic sections is uneven for wheelchair users.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Hacienda San Gabriel de las Palmas a working chapel?
Yes, the on-site chapel remains in use and is a popular venue for weddings held at the hacienda.
How do visitors get to the hotel without a car?
The hacienda sits outside Amacuzac along the Cuernavaca-Chilpancingo highway, so an arranged transfer or rental car is the most reliable way to reach it.
Is the pool heated?
The pool is spring-fed rather than heated, staying naturally cool even during warmer months.