Rediscovering Merida from one of its most emblematic neighborhoods in the historic downtown, enjoying the traditions and authentic flavors of the local cuisine and embarking on journeys to meet the majestic nature of the Yucatan Peninsula are the distinctive traits of the hospitality rubric that Cigno boutique hotel offers to contemporary nomads.
Surrounded by the cobbled streets of the Barrio de la Ermita, Cigno welcomes travelers in its stately 19th-century Yucatecan mansion. Behind its facade of eclectic neoclassical style emerges an absolute comfort haven recovering the original elements of a building with high ceilings and handcrafted mosaic floors.
Cigno’s 10 rooms and suites are located in a contemporary structure, which harmonizes with the overall setting, and which stands out with its honest rusticity resulting from the chukum on its walls and the use of organic materials, like tropical woods and natural textures carefully crafted by cabinetmakers and artisans from the nearby localities.
At Cocina Vidente, the restaurant at the hotel, traditional Mexican recipes are recreated to highlight the richness of the country’s culinary heritage. These dishes emphasize the flavors of home-cooked meals, featuring fresh and seasonal ingredients. Signature offerings from the menu include the catch of the day served with green mole, sautéed corn kernels, watercress, green vegetables, and Cambray onion, along with Valladolid eggs topped with longaniza sauce, coriander flowers, and Kalamata olive powder.
Fans of enology and mixology find a special corner in Cigno’s “Speakeasy” Aljibe, a secret cava where enjoying spirits, beers, wines and original mixtures is an unprecedented experience.
The accommodation experience is enriched with activities that invite you to discover the gastronomy, the history and the beauty of the surrounding landscapes. For those who want to delve into the traditions of the original inhabitants, a cooking visit to a Mayan village is proposed, where roots and ancestral culture meet in an activity in which food is prepared and savored at a family’s table in a nearby village.
Cycling through the streets of the city’s downtown area to appreciate its most emblematic buildings – such as the Cathedral of San Ildefonso, the Canton Palace, the Twin Houses and the Monument to the Homeland – is an option for those who want to get to know Yucatan’s capital city at a leisurely pace.
Adventurous spirits will find in the cenotes an opportunity to admire the jungle vegetation and perform an underwater photo session with a specialized team of divers. The crystal clear waters and impressive underground caves will be the frame for capturing images that will remain engraved in the travelers’ memory.
Photography courtesy of Cigno.
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