Hacienda de San Antonio

Hacienda de San Antonio is set at the foot of the Colima volcano, surrounded by lush countryside. 

The suites ooze character, with their vaulted brick ceilings, handpainted murals, French doors, cosy fireplaces and terraces looking out over the gardens, the river and the volcano. They showcase Mexico's rich arts and crafts heritage, and each one is designed by a different artist. The bathrooms are large and plush. Several suites interconnect, making them ideal for families, while the Grand Suites are our pick for a special occasion.

Eating at Hacienda de San Antonio is a real treat, with delicious international and traditional Mexican cuisine prepared using organic dairy produce, meats, fruit and vegetables sourced from the hacienda's own farms and ranch. Dine in the Club Room, which features volcanic stone columns, and head to the Yellow Bar for evening cocktails, looking out over the gardens.

The hotel has a wonderful outdoor pool offering volcano views, as well as a tennis court - or curl up with a good book in the wood-beamed library. 

The handsome colonial town of Colima is well worth a visit, with its plaza flanked with restaurants and craft shops (the town is known for its furniture and ironwork). Wandering mariachi bands complete the quintessentially Mexican scene. Back at the hacienda and its vast neighbouring ranch, you can mountain bike, go horse riding or hiking, or do some birdwatching.