A pair of converted pink colonial mansions on Paseo de Montejo, Rosas & Xocolate pairs seventeen design-forward rooms and suites with a chocolate-themed spa and one of Mérida's most celebrated restaurants. Rates run from roughly MXN 4,200 to MXN 8,200 (about $245-$480 USD) per night depending on room category and season.
Rosas & Xocolate Boutique Hotel & Spa occupies two connected pink Belle Époque mansions on Paseo de Montejo, Mérida's grand 19th-century boulevard lined with restored elite residences and mansions-turned-museums such as the Palacio Cantón, a ten-minute walk away. The historic Centro Histórico and Plaza Grande sit roughly 1.5 km south, reachable by taxi or the boulevard's frequent trolley-style buses. The property was converted from a pair of derelict 1900s mansions into a design-forward boutique hotel in 2010, pairing original façades and high ceilings with contemporary pink-and-white interiors and Yucatecan art. Its seventeen rooms and suites range from the 44-square-metre Deluxe Queen Room to the two-level Rosas Xocolate Master Suite, and every room includes a private in-room jacuzzi alongside rain showers and locally woven textiles. The hotel's namesake restaurant, Rosas & Xocolate, serves a chocolate-forward tasting menu built around Yucatecan ingredients such as cochinita pibil and regional cacao, and is considered one of Mérida's destination dining rooms; breakfast is included and served on the rooftop terrace overlooking Paseo de Montejo. The chocolate-themed spa offers cacao body wraps, chocolate facials, and massage treatments in two treatment rooms, complementing a small outdoor pool and rooftop lounge. Concierge staff arrange private guides for day trips to Chichén Itzá, Uxmal, and the cenotes around Homún, and the boutique scale of the property makes it best suited to couples and small groups rather than large families or conference travelers.
Room types
- Deluxe Queen Room (44 sqm)
- Rosas Suite (65 sqm)
- Xocolate Suite (55 sqm)
- Rosas Xocolate Master Suite
Amenities
- outdoor pool
- chocolate spa
- on-site restaurant
- rooftop terrace
- private jacuzzi in every room
- concierge
- wifi
- AC
Location
Paseo de Montejo No. 480, Zona Paseo Montejo, Centro, 97000 Mérida, Yucatán
20.9789, -89.6194 View on map
Highlights
- Two restored pink Belle Époque mansions on Paseo de Montejo
- In-room private jacuzzi in every suite
- Chocolate-themed spa with cacao body treatments
- On-site restaurant ranked among Mérida's top dining rooms
Tips for visiting
- Book the rooftop terrace breakfast slot early during high season (December-March).
- Ask the concierge to arrange a private guide for Chichén Itzá well ahead, as day-trip vehicles sell out.
- Reserve a dinner table at the hotel restaurant at least a day in advance on weekends.
- The hotel is adults-oriented in atmosphere; families with young children may prefer a larger resort.
- Walk or take a short taxi south to Plaza Grande for the Centro Histórico's markets and cathedral.
Accessibility
The hotel occupies a converted colonial mansion with some stepped thresholds between the lobby, courtyard, and upper floors; guests should confirm ground-floor room availability and elevator access with the hotel in advance for mobility needs.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Rosas & Xocolate within walking distance of the Centro Histórico?
Plaza Grande and the Centro Histórico are about 1.5 km south of the hotel, a 15-20 minute walk or a short taxi ride.
Does every room include a jacuzzi?
Yes, all room categories from the Deluxe Queen Room to the Master Suite include a private in-room jacuzzi.
Is breakfast included in the room rate?
Breakfast is included and served on the hotel's rooftop terrace overlooking Paseo de Montejo.
Can the hotel arrange day trips to Chichén Itzá or Uxmal?
The concierge can arrange private guides and transport for day trips to nearby archaeological sites; advance booking is recommended.