Discover the Yucatan
Hacienda Xcanatun, Angsana Heritage Collection
Uncover the beauty and uniqueness of the region
Hacienda Xcanatun is surrounded by natural wonders to explore, such as cenotes, mangroves, and flamingo communities in the Ría Celestún Biosphere Reserve. Towards the south is Uxmal, one of the most important archaeological sites of the Mayans. It has majestic architecture and has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. In the middle distance towards Chichén Itzá (less than two hours away) is Izamal, the beautiful town with its colonial buildings painted harmoniously in ocher yellow and white to preserve the light and give them interior freshness.
If your desire points towards the sea, Puerto Progreso is just 23 minutes from the hacienda. With its iconic pier—originally 2 kilometers long and later extended to 7.5 kilometers out to sea—and its ancient lighthouse, there is nothing more inspiring than walking along the boardwalk and sitting in one of the many thatched-roof restaurants to delight in the regional cuisine.
From Hacienda Xcanatun as a starting point, the options are endless. Our guest services team can create itineraries tailored to your needs and preferences to explore both inside and outside the hotel.
Historic Center of Mérida
Mérida is a 16th-century city with historic colonial architecture. For its wide range of cultural activities, it has been named twice the Cultural Capital of the Americas. It is an ideal place to visit the majestic mansions of Paseo Montejo, the city's museums, architectural monuments, squares, and churches, as well as various cultural spaces of an artistic and popular nature.
🚕 At 34 minutes from Hacienda Xcanatun.
Chicxulub Crater
In Mérida, it is believed that the giant asteroid that created this crater also caused most of the cenotes we have today. You can swim in its crystal-clear waters, dive in its underground caverns, and explore the rich biodiversity it houses.
🚕 At 29 minutes away from Hacienda Xcanatun
Cenote Suytun
It means "stone center," a closed cenote whose vault has a light entrance that illuminates its blue-toned waters. It has rock stairs so that you can go down the stone walkwa. The depth is five meters and therefore, diving cannot be practiced.
🚕 At 1hr. 53 minutes from Hacienda Xcanatun.
The Mysteries of Uxmal
UNESCO has designated Uxmal, along with Sayil and Labná, a World Heritage Site. It is the largest, most elegant, and most crucial ruin site in the Puuc area.
🚕 At 1hr. 10 min away from Hacienda Xcanatun
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Puerto Progreso Beach
It is one of the most important ports in the region. It is known for its beautiful emerald beach and its boardwalk, a place where tourists can enjoy restaurants, bars, and shops and do activities such as kitesurfing and windsurfing, which are popular due to the region's constant winds.
🚕 At 23 min. from the Xcanatun Hacienda.
The Yellow Town of Izamal
Izamal is a magical and peaceful town located about 70 km east of Mérida. Its cobblestone streets are lined with historic colonial buildings painted in a striking yellow color. You can take an artisanal route to see the workshops, where hammocks are woven, butterflies and dragonflies are made in paper mache, and wooden jaguars are carved, among many other things.
🚕 At 1hr. 7 minutes from Hacienda Xcanatun.
Dzibilchaltun Archaeological Site
"The place where it is written in the stones" is a historical settlement where you can learn about and climb the structures. Visit the Temple of the Seven Dolls, where the spring and autumn equinoxes take place. During these events, the sunrise is visible through the temple window.
🚕 At 11 minutes from Hacienda Xcanatun.