Posada El Castillo occupies a former residence once used by Edward James in the heart of Xilitla, close to the town's church and market, offering antique-furnished rooms and a garden courtyard steps from the road up to Las Pozas.
Posada El Castillo occupies a former residence once used by British eccentric Edward James in the heart of Xilitla, close to the town's church and central market, and steps from the road leading up to his surrealist garden at Las Pozas. The building's history gives it a distinct character among Xilitla's lodging options, with antique furnishings and a garden courtyard that recall the era of James' residence in the town. Rooms are offered as Standard, Garden, and Suite categories, each individually furnished rather than uniform, reflecting the posada's boutique, historic-house character. An on-site restaurant serves regional Huasteca dishes for breakfast and dinner, and the garden courtyard doubles as a quiet spot to relax between visits to Las Pozas and the surrounding cloud-forest trails. Wifi covers the common areas and most rooms. The posada does not offer a pool or gym, keeping its focus on atmosphere and history rather than resort amenities, and suits travelers interested in Edward James' legacy and Xilitla's artistic history as much as those visiting for the natural surroundings.
Room types
- Standard Room
- Garden Room
- Suite
Amenities
- garden courtyard
- wifi
- restaurant
- antique furnishings
Location
Ocampo 105, Centro, 79900 Xilitla, S.L.P., Mexico
21.3831, -98.9987 View on map
Highlights
- Former residence of Edward James in the center of Xilitla
- Antique-furnished rooms and a garden courtyard
- Steps from the road leading up to Las Pozas
- On-site restaurant serving regional Huasteca dishes
- Close to Xilitla's central church and market
Tips for visiting
- Ask staff about the building's history with Edward James for context before visiting Las Pozas
- Book a Garden Room for direct courtyard access during warmer months
- The on-site restaurant is a convenient option for dinner after a day at Las Pozas
- Xilitla's center is walkable, so a car is not needed for most sightseeing
- Reserve ahead during the dry season, Xilitla's busiest tourist period
Accessibility
The posada occupies a historic house with a garden courtyard and some stepped, uneven flooring typical of colonial-era buildings; travelers with mobility needs should confirm room access with the property in advance.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the posada connected to Edward James?
Yes, the building was formerly a residence used by Edward James, the creator of Las Pozas.
How close is the posada to Las Pozas?
It sits steps from the road leading up to Las Pozas, at the edge of Xilitla's center.
Is there a restaurant on site?
Yes, the posada has an on-site restaurant serving regional Huasteca dishes.
Does the posada have a pool?
No, the property focuses on its historic setting and garden courtyard rather than resort amenities.