Hacienda San Jose Cholul

Recent Reviews: 343

• User:Louis W

  Trip type: Couples

  Amazing hotel and service.

  26 May 2026

  My wife and I travel all around the world and have stayed at many beautiful hotels in scenic locations, but this was by far one of our favorite places we’ve ever visited. The service was impeccable, and the staff paid attention to every detail throughout our entire stay. The food was outstanding, and everyone made my wife and I feel truly welcomed and cared for all day long.We honestly felt like we were in a movie. This is definitely a place we will be coming back to very soon. I highly recommend visiting with friends or a large family. It’s an amazing destination and a very safe place to travel to. Herman R, Owner at Hacienda San Jose Cholul, responded to this review Dear Louis,Thank you for such a wonderful review. Knowing that, after your travels around the world, your time with us stands out as one of your favorite experiences is a tremendous compliment to our entire team.We are especially delighted that you and your wife felt so genuinely welcomed and cared for throughout your stay. The attention of our team, the food, and those small details that make a stay feel truly personal are all at the heart of the experience we hope to create.Your description of feeling “like we were in a movie” brought a smile to all of us. There is something very special about the atmosphere of a Yucatán hacienda, and we are delighted that you were able to experience it together.Thank you also for recommending us to friends and families and for sharing your confidence in Yucatán as a destination. We very much look forward to welcoming you and your wife back—hopefully very soon.Warm regards,Herman Reeling BrouwerGeneral Manager

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• User:mdoudoroff

  Trip type: Couples

  Great place for a quiet break and regional tourism

  02 Feb 2026

  Lovely two night stay, here. Beautiful property with charming hacienda ruins amidst rebuilt structures, plentiful landscaping, lots of birds. Everything here is in-line with the other “hacienda collection” hotels (we’ve been to four of the five), although as of this writing, San Jose is the only one that is open (the others are under renovation and expansion). This is a “four-and-a-half-star hotel”: these hotels are simultaneously luxury and rustic and rural: depending on the season there may be bugs (we didn’t have many), stuff is old, the plumbing isn’t perfect, etc. A nice place to go for a night or two. Food is fine. Pool is large and appealing (we were there during a freakish cold spell, so we didn’t swim). Walkways are stone and very uneven, so not a good place to take fragile people with balance issues. Good location for excursions to Izamal, Motul, Aké, etc. Herman R, Owner at Hacienda San Jose Cholul, responded to this review Dear Martin,Thank you for sharing such a thoughtful and detailed review, and especially for having visited four of The Haciendas. It is always a pleasure to hear from guests who know the collection so well.We are delighted that you enjoyed the tranquility of Hacienda San José, its gardens, abundant birdlife, historic architecture and the remains of the original hacienda. Preserving this sense of place while offering a comfortable and personal experience is very much part of what makes The Haciendas distinctive.You describe very well the balance between luxury and the authentic character of these historic rural properties. Their age, original stonework and natural surroundings are an important part of their charm, while we also recognize that they can occasionally present challenges. We particularly appreciate your observation regarding the uneven stone walkways, as information such as this can be helpful to future guests when deciding whether the property is suitable for their individual needs.We are also pleased that you highlighted San José as a base for discovering places such as Izamal, Motul and Aké. We believe that one of the great pleasures of staying at the hacienda is precisely the opportunity to experience a quieter side of Yucatán while exploring the history, culture and communities that surround us.Thank you again for returning to The Haciendas and for sharing your experience so openly. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back and, in time, to seeing you rediscover the other haciendas in the collection.Warm regards,Herman Reeling BrouwerGeneral ManagerThe Haciendas

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• User:MWG12

  Trip type: Family

  Great stay at San Jose Cholul

  16 Nov 2024

  We had a great time at San Jose Cholul. Mario, the administrator, set up a cooking class for my wife who learned how to make Cochinita Pibil. He arranged for a special meal for us with the pathway leading to our table in a wooded area near the restaurant lit up by candles. He set us up to go bike riding. He set up a birdwatching walk early in the morning and a tour of the hacienda. He really made our stay great. And the room we had was large and quiet and air conditioned. The grounds were very attractive as was the pool. This is not a massive hacienda on a majestic scale. There is no “big house” and the owners probably stayed here infrequently. It was a working hennequin plantation. On a certain level, this made it more intimate and charming. Herman Reeling Brouwer, General Manager at Hacienda San Jose Cholul, responded to this review Dear MGWG12: Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience at Hacienda San José Cholul! We're delighted that Mario and our team were able to make your stay so special, from the cooking class and birdwatching walk to the enchanting candlelit dinner and bike ride. It's fantastic to hear that you enjoyed the charm and intimacy of the property, as well as the comfort of your spacious and quiet room.Your kind words about the grounds, pool, and the overall atmosphere truly mean a lot to us. We hope to welcome you back for another memorable stay in the future. Thank you for choosing Hacienda San José Cholul!

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• User:Matthew M

  Trip type: Family

  Peaceful. Wonderful base to explore Yucatan

  01 Nov 2024

  We had a couple of fantastic days and wished we had stayed for longer. The location is fantastic, in the middle of the jungle - it is so peaceful, and it is a great base for exploring Yucatan. The rooms are wonderful, the food at the restaurant brilliant and service exceptional. Highly recommended.You appreciate how good a place is when they have a problem: there was a huge rain storm that took out the electricity for an hour on our first evening. The staff were superb, bringing candles to our table and LED lights for the room - the Manager finding us later to apologise and check we were okay, which was brilliant. But it was great to play cards and talk to the kids without them wanting to be on their phones via the WiFi. Well done staff of Hacienda San Jose. Herman Reeling Brouwer, General Manager at Hacienda San Jose Cholul, responded to this review Dear Matthew: Thank you for sharing your fantastic experience at Hacienda San José! We’re thrilled that you enjoyed the peaceful jungle setting, exceptional service, and brilliant food during your stay. It’s wonderful to hear that the location served as a great base for exploring the Yucatán, and we’re honored by your high recommendation.We truly appreciate your understanding during the rainstorm and are so pleased that our team’s efforts made the situation a memorable and positive experience for you and your family. Moments like playing cards and connecting with loved ones are exactly what we hope our guests take away from their time here.Thank you again for your kind words. We’d love to welcome you back for a longer stay in the future. Until then, safe travels!

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• User:Phil R

  Trip type: Couples

  Super spot

  07 Mar 2024

  This is a really beautiful place and incredibly peaceful. The staff was superb. We were upgraded to one of the casitas and found it wonderful, especially the huge hanging bed! Good morning guided tour of the local birdlife was a wonderful added extra. The small downside is that the menu did not change over the nights we were there. Nonetheless, the food and service was top-notch.Whilst the hotel is in the middle of nowhere, this is arguably ideal because all trips in the local area are also in the middle of nowhere! We particularly enjoyed our day trip to the ruins at Uxmal which was possibly the highlight of our holiday. travellerMID66, Director General at Hacienda San Jose Cholul, responded to this review Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! We’re delighted to hear that you found Hacienda San José to be a peaceful retreat, and that our staff helped make your stay even more memorable. It’s wonderful that you enjoyed the upgrade to one of our casitas—those hanging beds are definitely a unique touch!We’re thrilled to know you appreciated the morning birdwatching tour. It’s always a pleasure to share the beauty of the local wildlife with our guests. We also value your feedback on the menu and will take it into account as we continue to enhance the dining experience. We’re glad to hear the quality of the food and service still stood out.You’re right—the secluded location is perfect for those looking to explore the hidden gems of the region. We’re so happy that your visit to Uxmal was a highlight of your trip. We hope to welcome you back soon for more memorable experiences!

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