Hotel Matilda is the town's best-known design hotel, a member of Design Hotels with a contemporary edge that contrasts with the colonial architecture all around it. It is a five-class property on Aldama in the Zona Centro, steps from Parque Juárez and a short walk from the Parroquia, with an outdoor pool, a full-service spa and a Mexican restaurant by the water.
Location and getting around
The hotel is about five minutes on foot from both the Parroquia and the Allende Garden, and Parque Juárez is next door, which makes it an excellent base for walking. There is no on-site parking, so if you are driving, ask the hotel about nearby arrangements before you arrive. Most of the town's galleries, restaurants and the market are within a short stroll, and taxis are easy to find for trips to the hot springs or the sanctuary.
The rooms and facilities
There are seven room types, from Deluxe rooms of roughly 312 square feet with king beds to Junior Suites and large Owner Suites of over 800 square feet, so couples, small families and longer stays are all covered. Rooms offer air conditioning, large smart TVs, laptop workspaces and free WiFi.
Downstairs the outdoor pool has sun loungers, the spa has four treatment rooms for massages, facials and body treatments, and the restaurant, Moxi, serves Mexican cuisine with pool views at all three meals. There is also a bar and terrace, a library, a hair salon, bike rentals and a free grocery shopping service.
Who it suits and what to know: design lovers, couples and business-minded travellers who like a polished, contemporary feel. One child up to eleven can stay free in existing beds, and pets are accepted in limited sizes for a fee, so check the rules. Spa treatments need advance reservations, and the hotel accepts cards rather than cash. If you prefer a rustic colonial atmosphere to a modern one, a smaller posada may suit you better.
Why stay here
- ✓Outdoor pool
- ✓Full-service spa
- ✓Moxi restaurant
- ✓Bar and terrace
- ✓Free WiFi
- ✓Library
- ✓Bike rentals
- ✓24-hour front desk
Good questions
How close is Hotel Matilda to the main sights?+
It is about a five-minute walk to the Parroquia and the Allende Garden, and Parque Juárez is a minute away.
Does the hotel have parking?+
No, there is no on-site parking, so ask the hotel about nearby options before you drive in.
Is it suitable for families?+
Some suites sleep three and one child up to eleven can stay free in existing beds. There is a pool, but this is a design hotel with a grown-up feel.
