La Mansion De Los Suenos Hotel

The revival of a 17th-century home in the artisan town of Patzcuaro was the longtime ambition of owner Priscilla Madsen. Aptly named for that fulfillment - Mansion de los Suenos meaning house of dreams - located a short walk from the main plaza now stands proudly as a reminder of the splendor this city deeply imprinted by indigenous and colonial cultures has known in other eras. Local craftsmen have respected architectural details in the restoration of the beam and tejamanil ceilings - extensive masonry - adobe walls and superb iron fountain. Three neoclassic-styled stone balconies announce the hotel invitingly to arriving guests.All 12 suites have different arrangements of elegant furnishings - paintings and murals - appropriately enriched with regional handicrafts. Each has a fireplace to soften the nip of cooler evenings in a climate considered eternal spring. Creature comforts extend to an outdoor Jacuzzi and aromatherapy massage services.Two restaurants at La Mansion de los Suenos offer international and Mexican cuisine with live music adding flare and festivity to the gastronomic experience over the weekends. While exploring Patzcuaro and surrounding villages that have changed little over the last two centuries it is impossible not to collect at least a few treasures such as hand-carved ornaments and rustic furniture - copper ware or perhaps a guitar. Adding to the cultural experience are archaeological sites significant to the Tarascan and Purepecha indigenous peoples dating back to the 12th century and the areas breathtaking natural beauty. Your hosts at La Mansion de Los Suenos will ensure a most authentic introduction to this world paused in times past.