Casa No Name

Rooms

There are 10 rooms and lofts in all, each with their own individual characteristics.

The main building houses the 6 rooms. Aura is on the second floor and has its own private terrace. Naia, on the ground floor, has a glass floor that looks down into an 18th-century tunnel. Deborah's Suite was, as the name suggests, Deborah Turbeville’s bedroom and still has its original four-poster bed frame. Anan features artworks by Turbeville herself, while Ambu has its own private terrace. Neha is a private room that can be accessed independently and has its own gorgeous internal view over the courtyard and terraces.

One street over in the Art Building, there are 4 luxurious loft-style apartments sleeping 2-4. Each named after a renowned artist, they centre around an inner courtyard and feature a clean, natural palette, red and black woven rugs, and bedside fireplaces. Miro and Matisse each sleep 2 and open onto the courtyard. Tamayo has a more vintage feel with polished wood floors and heavy shutters. Its top-floor position gives it a view across surrounding rooftops and more natural light than Miro and Matisse. Lastly, Van Gogh is a split-level loft with a ground-floor bedroom, an upstairs sitting room (which doubles as a second twin bedroom) and a private terrace.

All rooms and lofts come with their own heating, Smart TV, Nespresso coffee makers and safety boxes. Lofts also have kitchenettes and access to a communal rooftop terrace with a Jacuzzi and barbecue.

Features include:

• Bathrobes
• Hairdryer
• In-room treatments available
• Safe box
• WiFi

Eating

There's no onsite restaurant, but breakfast and Sunday brunch are served. During the day, rooftop Bar Olivia offers snacks and small plates. You can also have a romantic dinner in the courtyard or bar, provided you book four days in advance.

But there are a host of restaurants within easy walking distance. Recommendations include Aperi, a chi-chi but relaxed seafood eaterie, which is on the expensive side but worth it; El Pato Barbacoa y Mixiotes is at the other end of the price scale and also raved about (banana-leaf-wrapped lamb cooked in a pit is the go-to staple).

If you want to be truly in the know, sashay down to the ramshackle rooftop of Baja Fish Taquito – you won’t find any frills, you will find the best shrimp tacos this side of the Rio Grande. All said, this is San Miguel de Allende – hungry doesn’t happen.

Those staying in the Lofts benefit from their own kitchenettes. They are only small, with a stove, small fridge and microwave, so are best suited to preparing snacks and simple meals.

Features include:

• Bar
• Coffee maker
• Dinner by arrangement
• Restaurants nearby

Activities

• San Miguel de Allende came to fame as an artists’ enclave and that ethos still – just about – holds. It’s unapologetically artistic, from the upscale galleries to the street-level market hawkers.
  
• And the markets must be explored. You’ll have to fillet the tourist tat from the real finds, but check out the hand-painted porcelain, bespoke jewellery and food stalls.
  
• History buffs should explore the (somewhat camp) Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel, the archaeological ruins of Canada de la Virgen, or the more recent offerings of Santuario de Atotonilco.
  
• If you insist upon something more active and earthy, a trail ride through the Boca de la Canada canyon or a riding tour at Rancho Xotolar will soon get that out of your system.
  
• Though there's no pool back at the hotel, there is a hot tub on the roof terrace, so you can exercise your drinking arm at least.
  
• Unwind with a warm river stone or aromatic herbal massage. Private yoga classes are also offered.

Activities on site or nearby include:

• Historical sites
• Horse riding
• Museums / galleries
• Shopping / markets
• Well being
• Yoga

Kids

Casa No Name isn't suitable for younger children, so only allows those aged 13 and over.

Best for:

Teens (over 12)

Family friendly accommodation:

Aura and Deborah can both fit an additional bed. Van Gogh Loft has 2 single sofabeds.

For more family-friendly places, see our Kids Collection

Location

Casa No Name is in the historic centre of San Miguel de Allende, in Mexico's Guanajuato district.

By Air
Queretaro Intercontinental Airport (90km away) and Guanajuato International Airport (95km) are the closest - both have regular domestic links from Mexico City (271km).

From the Airport
Airport transfers are available from Queretaro, Guanajuato and Mexico City airports, or you can hire a car and self-drive. See our car rental recommendations.

Detailed directions will be sent to you when you book through i-escape.