3 Best Hotels in Uxmal, Yucatán and Campeche States

Although branding itself as a boutique hotel, the Flycatcher Inn is actually comprised of seven freestanding casitas, each brightly decorated with yellow walls and Mayan art. Pebble strewn pathways wind throughout the manicured gardens, and towering palms are wrapped in fairy lights. There are no in-room phones, TVs or Internet here, but the location is ideal for exploring the Uxmal ruins (they're just 15-minutes away). Larger groups can rent "Owl's Cottage," which is equipped with a full kitchen and living room. The multipurpose terrace of the main house serves as the reception area, library, TV lounge, and breakfast room.

The outwardly rustic, thatched-roof buildings here have red-tile floors, hand-carved doors and rocking chairs, stained-glass windows, and local weavings—the effect is comfortable yet luxuriant, making the property feel like a peaceful ranch. All rooms have TVs, canopy beds, bathtubs, and screened windows; suites have king-size beds and Jacuzzi tubs. Most guests catch the sunset from the long balcony that wraps around the rooms. Request one in Block 1 (Rooms E–G) on the second floor; these offer great views of the pool and ruins in the distance.

Owner Valerie Pickles has carved out a lovely little paradise with six bungalows, beautifully maintained gardens, and a wonderful restaurant on the outskirts of Santa Elena. Decorated with her own paintings and topped with palapa roofs, the simply furnished Maya-style rooms are remarkably comfortable. They don’t have air-conditioning, but powerful fans, tile floors, and domed ceilings help keep them cool. A delicious breakfast of fruit, bread, mango yogurt, and coffee is included in the rate, which is hard to imagine considering how little Valerie charges. This is also the best place to stop for authentic Yucatecan cuisine en route to the ruins.