NUMU Boutique Hotel is one of the newer additions to the San Miguel de Allende scene, and it pairs a contemporary design language with a location that is hard to beat for walkers. It stands on Nemesio Diez, steps from Parque Juárez and close to the Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel, so the main attractions of the historic centre are within an easy stroll. The building was designed by the Mexican architecture firm Artigas Arquitectos in a modern style intended to reflect San Miguel, and its name draws on the idea of train tracks and the town's history of cultural exchange. It is a five-class property with forty-four guest rooms, including four suites, a rooftop pool, a spa and two restaurants, offering boutique scale with a polished level of service.
Location and getting around
The hotel's position near Parque Juárez means you can reach the main square, the Parroquia and the town's galleries on foot, and the park itself is a pleasant place to begin or end a day. The streets are cobbled and sloping, so wear flat shoes, and ask the hotel about taxis for late evenings or trips to places such as Fábrica La Aurora. The airports at Querétaro and Bajío are each about an hour or more away by road, so arrange a transfer in advance.
The rooms and facilities
Each of the forty-four rooms has a private terrace or balcony, overlooking either the interior garden or the cobbled streets, which is a distinctive feature in a town where many hotel rooms look inward. The rooftop pool has a sun deck and city views, and the Nubye Spa has three treatment rooms offering massages, facials and body wraps, along with a beauty salon and a fully equipped fitness centre. The spa is open to the public from Tuesday through Sunday, so check access if you plan to visit as a non-guest.
Dining includes El Fogón de Don Enrique, serving gourmet Mexican cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner in the main courtyard, and Maura, mesa de sal, a rooftop restaurant with coastal and southeastern Mexican influences and panoramic views. Bar El Caminero in the lobby is known for a signature gin cocktail, and mezcal drinks feature on the rooftop. Room service is available around the clock.
Who it suits and what to know: couples and friends who like contemporary design, travellers who want rooftop views and a pool without staying in a large resort, and anyone who prioritises walking to the main sights. Families can be accommodated, though the hotel's boutique scale and rooftop pool mean parents should supervise children closely.
Rates are at the upper end of the market and breakfast and other inclusions vary, so read the details when you reserve. If you want a historic house with fireplaces and a leafy courtyard, a colonial property will feel more traditional, but for modern comfort and a walkable address, NUMU is a strong contender.
Why stay here
- ✓Rooftop pool and sun deck
- ✓Nubye Spa
- ✓Fitness centre
- ✓Two restaurants
- ✓Lobby bar and rooftop cocktails
- ✓Private terrace or balcony in every room
- ✓24-hour room service
- ✓Beauty salon
Good questions
Where is NUMU located?+
It is on Nemesio Diez, steps from Parque Juárez and close to the Parroquia, within easy walking distance of the historic centre.
Do all rooms have a terrace?+
The hotel has 44 rooms, and each has a private terrace or balcony overlooking either the interior garden or the streets.
Does the hotel have a pool and spa?+
Yes. There is a rooftop pool with a sun deck and city views, and the Nubye Spa, which is open to the public Tuesday through Sunday.
