La Quinta Luna Hotel

The town of Cholula, situated some six miles from the colonial city of Puebla is thought to be Mexico’s oldest continuously-inhabited conurbation.

Although Cholula is best known for its archaeology park – featuring one of the world’s largest pyramids – the town also offers a number of other attractions, including spectacular views of Mexico’s most famous volcano and an opportunity to use Cholula as a base to explore the town and other nearby attractions.

La Quinta Luna, today a beautiful boutique hotel just three blocks from the center of Cholula, is a 17th century mansion that was once home to an indigenous nobleman.

Following a two-year remodeling project, overseen with painstaking care and attention by the family who now own the property, this old mansion has been transformed into one of the most beautiful boutique hotels in the region.  

La Quinta Luna offers its guests a most intimate, charming and comfortable stay.

Classic colonial architecture and Mexican art are blended here to create a most colorful and comfortable ambience providing the perfect base to explore the local area.   You may also enjoy views of the city and the magnificent Popocatepetl and Iztaccihuatl volcanoes from the property’s roof terraces.

This small luxurious hotel offers a very personalized service. All of the rooms face a central courtyard where you may relax or take a beverage or meal in the peaceful gardens teeming with colorful local flora and fauna.

Each of the seven rooms is uniquely decorated and all feature tall colonial ceilings with exposed wood beams to give a spacious, airy feel.   The rooms themselves are beautifully appointed proffering all facilities and modern comforts appreciated by discerning travelers.

Every first Sunday of the month, the hotel hosts a live classical or jazz music concert in the Old Chapel.  The owner and manager, Regina Cardenas, also arranges local tours the nearby villages, and she can put you in touch with local artists and purveyors of fine Talavera, the hard-wearing and beautifully-crafted ceramic material renowned and sought-after in this region.

Weekends at La Quinta Luna are often booked up in advance so, if you itinerary allows, visit in the week; or book your weekend stay well-ahead of time to secure a room here.

You can read a detailed review of the Quinta Luna Hotel, see pictures, and make online reservations with Mexperience.