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Hacienda Xcanatún · 18th Century · Merida, Yucatan
XCANATUN / ELEVATED STONE
Founded in 1789. Restored with love.
Its limestone walls were built upon a Maya settlement predating the Spanish conquest. They endured the henequen gilded era, the agrarian reform, and Hurricane Gilbert in 1988.
Jorge Ruz Buenfil — photographer and son of the archaeologist who discovered King Pakal’s tomb in Palenque in 1952 — and his wife, Cristina Baker, invested their life savings in restoring the Hacienda. Six years of restoration.
1789Originally founded as a cattle ranch on ancient Maya settlements, the property later became a henequen hacienda.
XIX CenturyIt housed Yucatan’s first henequen processing machine. The fiber produced here traveled as far as New York and London.
1988Hurricane Gilbert left the Hacienda in ruins. The walls remained.
2000Jorge and Cristina opened restaurant Casa de piedra. in 2002, the boutique hotel folloued.
2019Banyan Group’s Angsana Heritage Collection. A distinction reserved for destinations with a historical significance.
A thriving landscape decades in the making.
The Hacienda's 27,000 m2 (7 acres) of gardens grew alongside the property, long befare any residential project arrived. At sunset, light from the Gulf of Mexico filters through the vegetation and falls acros the Hacienda's 18th-cent1JD.' limestone 'vvalls.
Flora
The Ceiba
Sacred tree of the Maya, symbol of the connection between the sky, the earth, and the underworld. Its presence in the gardens of Xcanatun represents strength, continuity, and the connection to the history of Yucatan.
Fauna
The Toh Bird
Emblematic bird of Yucatan, recognized for its colorful plumage and distinctive tail. It is part of the characteristic fauna of the region.
Fauna
The Coatis
It all began with Simona. She arrived at the hacienda and found a home; over time, her family grew. Today, her descendants roam the gardens every morning, as a natural part of the landscape, woven into a story that has been unfolding here for decades.
Angsana Spa
90 Residences. One hacienda.
A limited collection of residences within the heritage of centuries-old hacienda.
1 Bedroom
Garden View
116 m² (1,249 Sq. Ft.)
A private retreat that brings together the kitchen, living and dining area. With walk-in closet, and a terrace with a private pool, framed by direct views of the Hacienda gardens.
Set on the ground floor, this residence offers an open terrace, a larger private pool and direct access to the hotel grounds and amenities, turning the gardens into a natural extension of the interior.
Its corner position opens up views in two directions from the terrace. As the largest of the one-bedroom residences, it also offers space for a bathtub—a quiet retreat designed for moments of calm and comfort.
Two bedrooms are connected by a spacious kitchen, living and dining area, opening onto a terrace with a private pool, all surrounded by the mature greenery of the Hacienda gardens.
Set at garden level, this two-bedroom residence extends naturally outdoors, with the living and dining areas and kitchen flowing onto a generous terrace, private pool, and the surrounding grounds beyond.
Two levels shape a residential experience with character all its own: two bedrooms, an expansive open terrace, and a rooftop with a private pool and bar, designed as much for private enJoyment as for entertaining T'.vo levels shape a residential experience with a character all ts own: two bedrooms, an expansive open terracee and a rc:oftop with a private pool and bar, designed as much for private ergoyment as for entertaining guests.
Its corner position gives this two-level residence a longer, more linear layout, with views opening in two directions. Two bedrooms and the living spaces extend onto an open terrace, while above, a rooftop, with a frontal and lateral views, a private pool, bar, and a larger covered area create a comfortable setting for both relaxation and entertaining.
Casa de PiedraSince 2000, the gastronomic heart of the Hacienda. A signature culinary experience inspired by the flavors, ingredients, and traditions of Yucatan.
Angsana SpaA wellness sanctuary within the Hacienda, where time-honored Thai techniques meet Asian wellness products and the natural richness of the region.
Sanctuary ClubA membership that intrcduces Ownersto a collection of destinations arou nd the world, with accessto excl usiv,e benefits and preferred conditions acros Banyan Croup properties.
Swimming PoolsThree disti nct pool settings a main poolwith bar service and two more intimate pools, integrated into the Hacienda' natural surroundings.
Fitness CenterDesigned to support residents’ daily movement and wellness routines.
Owners’ ClubhouseAn exclusive space reserved for cywners, designed for relaxing or entertaining in a private setting within the property.
Kids ClubA dedicated space for the youngest members of the family, offering both indoor and outdoor activities and experiences.
The first step is to experience it.
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