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Hotel Sombra del Agua

3.5 star property
Colonial hotel with a full-service spa and a 24-hour front desk

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Superior Room, 2 Double Beds | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board
Restaurant
Smart TV
Suite, 1 King Bed | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is ￥9,474
￥11,179 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 18 - Sep 19

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Classic Room, 2 Double Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

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Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 2 Double Beds | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Wardrobe or closet
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 2 Double Beds | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Suite, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Wardrobe or closet
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Wardrobe or closet
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in San Cristóbal de las Casas, Hotel Sombra del Agua is in the city center. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Huitepec Ecological Reserve and Grutas de San Cristóbal, while Mesoamerican Museum of Jade and Regional Costume Museum are cultural highlights. Guests appreciate the hotel's central location.
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Map
29200, CHIS, San Cristóbal de las Casas, Calle 1, De Marzo 15, Esquina Avenida 16

What's nearby

  • San Cristóbal de las Casas Cathedral - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mesoamerican Museum of Jade - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Plaza 31 de Marzo - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santo Domingo Handicraft Market - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ciudad Cuauhtemoc - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Angel Albino Corzo Intl Airport (TGZ) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Mezcalito - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Café Bar Revolución - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪El Fogón de Jovel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Long Cheng - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Baruva Food&Drinks - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Sombra del Agua

Hotel located in Zona Centro
At Hotel Sombra del Agua, you can look forward to a garden, a bar, and a conference center. Treat yourself to a sports massage at the onsite spa. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a hot tub and a restaurant.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a reception hall, and smoke-free premises
  • 1 meeting room, luggage storage, and wedding services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 78 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Smart TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, heating, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to noon for a fee: MXN 200 to 300 for adults and MXN 120 to 180 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Full-service spa

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1907
  • Colonial architecture
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately MXN 200 to 300 for adults, and MXN 120 to 180 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn San Cristobal-Espanol
Holiday Inn San Cristobal-Espanol Hotel
Holiday Inn San Cristobal-Espanol San Cristobal De Las Casas
Hotel Sombra del Agua Hotel
Hotel Sombra del Agua San Cristóbal de las Casas
Hotel Sombra del Agua Hotel San Cristóbal de las Casas

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Sombra del Agua pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Sombra del Agua?

As of Aug 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Sombra del Agua on Sep 18, 2025 start from ￥9,474, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Hotel Sombra del Agua?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Hotel Sombra del Agua?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel Sombra del Agua?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Hotel Sombra del Agua located?

Located in Zona Centro, this spa hotel is steps from Mesoamerican Museum of Jade, San Cristóbal de las Casas Cathedral, and Museo de San Cristóbal. Church of San Nicolás and Plaza 31 de Marzo are also within 5 minutes.

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Hotel Sombra del Agua Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 770 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 175 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1003 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ernesto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excelente hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great staff
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente hotel!!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neyma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is beautiful. It has a rustic look with plants everywhere. One of our favorite breakfast was located on site Tarumba. Best location to all tourist sites.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place I'm sure i will return.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neyma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love it! Just perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

An excellent stay

Stayed here for a few days and thought it was an excellent place in terms of location, style, and service. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

maria j

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is very beautiful and the staff go beyond! I’ll stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Enrique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is great, they were very accomodating to our needs. I have stayed here in the past and will continue to chose them. Great place!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

DR JESUS A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great service and high quality food
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super clean and nice hotel in a great town
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds and sheets are so comfortable, rooms as well. The restaurant has a great menu with local and internacional ingredients that are unique. The staff is very friendly and attentive to the needs of the guests. The location of the hotel is on a very convenient place near the Cathedral, restaurants, bars and many other establishments. You walk and explore all the area. I recommend it for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very pleasant stay, great location, was comfortable, and had everything I needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful hotel and excellent food

Beautiful hotel with excellent food. The courtyard is a lovely place to have breakfast in the morning or dinner at night, when they light a fire creating a great ambience. Staff were great. Very good central location but the hotel itself is really calm and tranquil. Really nice toiletries provided. Excellent value for money.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ted

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fabulous stay at a fabulous hotel

We checked in in the evening and there was a magic glow about the Sombra. We were greeted warmly and were entranced at the beauty of everything. Service was perfect as were the accommodations. Added bonus- the restaurant was creative and excellent. We look forward to our next, longer stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

cassie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay. Staff was super helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcelo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We just got back from our trip this hotel has very friendly staff everyone greets you. The rooms are clean and hot water 👍 for showers. Walking distance to many places. The food was amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lenzy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and walkable to city center.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Armando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, many options for dining, and night life
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Very good hotel!

This is a really good hotel. The staff is lovely and very helpful. Rooms are comfortable and very clean. We had a challenge working the tv and the safe in the room didn’t work, but in spite of that we would stay here again. The restaurant in the hotel is excellent!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edgar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic stay here. The rooms are well-equipped and very comfortable. The staff is very friendly and they genuinely care about your experience. The decor and ambiance fit the town perfectly and the location could not have been better. You can walk everywhere, and there are plenty of restaurant options nearby. Highly recommended and will definitely be back here.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautifully designed hotel retaining all its colonial features. The staff were very welcoming and helpful. My superior room was comfortable, but it was external / street side so there was traffic noise from very early in the morning. I live in London and I had jet lag so it didn’t bother me. If you are a light sleeper request an internal courtyard room. The location is excellent for exploring San Cristobal.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is walkable from this hotel. So many dining options. The property was clean, spacious, and super cute. The restaurant was really good too! The staff was very nice!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel with a great restaurant. The staff was very kind. Fernando the bell man went out of his way to help us with our rental car troubles. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024