Hotel & Bungalows Mayaland

Overview

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Type of destination:

Forest / rainforest
Indigenous community
Historic site

Type of accomodation:

Hotel / inn
Resort

Rates: (in US dollars)

$101 – $150
See details about rates below.

Description

Hotel & Bungalows Mayaland is the first hotel in the world to be built alongside an archeological site. Mayaland is next to temples of the splendid pre-Hispanic Maya city of Chichen Itzá, which has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO and is also one of the seven new wonders of the world.

The hotel is in an ecological setting with endemic subtropical vegetation that is typical of the Yucatán Peninsula. Its gardens are alive with butterflies and birds, many of them native to the region, and it is surrounded by the rich Maya culture and the traditions of the local indigenous communities.

Rooms

Amenities

Air conditioning
Event space (conferences / parties)
Hot water
Internet connection
Kitchen
Laundry service
Pool
Private bathroom
Restaurant
Spa
Television
Transportation - to and from the airport
Wheelchair accessible

Other: Concierge

Activities

Biking
Bird watching
Eco / nature / wildlife
Educational / research / volunteering
Guided tours
Horseback riding
Visits to conservation projects
Volunteers accepted
Walking / hiking

Making a Difference

Number of employees: 97

Percentage of local employees: 95 %

Since its origins in 1921, the business has had policies for environmental protection and stewardship, as well as economic and cultural integration with the local communities.

The business is a member of the World Heritage Alliance, actively participating and promoting best practices for sustainable tourism and the contemporary Maya culture, serving as a forum for popular expression and interpretation of Maya traditions, uses, and customs.

Its programs to conserve local plants and animals and the promotion of best practices to its guests are some of the hotel’s activities to contribute to environmental well-being. It has also established educational programs with local businesses to improve the quality of life for them and their communities, and it supports programs with the participation of local communities.