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Hotel Sombra del Agua

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

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Smart TV
Classic Room, 1 King Bed
Deluxe Suite, 2 Double Beds | Terrace/patio
Smart TV
Suite, 1 King Bed | Bathroom

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$122
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr

Explore the area

Map
Calle 1, De Marzo 15, Esquina Avenida 16, San Cristóbal de las Casas, CHIS, 29200
  • Mesoamerican Museum of Jade
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • San Cristóbal de las Casas Cathedral
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Santo Domingo Handicraft Market
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Tuxtla Gutierrez (TGZ-Angel Albino Corzo Intl)
    ‪72 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Room, 2 Double Beds

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Cable/satellite channels
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Family Room | Living area

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Sofa bed - single
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Cable/satellite channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Cable/satellite channels
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Cable/satellite channels
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 2 Double Beds

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Cable/satellite channels
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Terrace/patio

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Cable/satellite channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 2 Double Beds | Terrace/patio

Deluxe Suite, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Cable/satellite channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Terrace/patio

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Cable/satellite channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

San Cristóbal de las Casas

Hotel Sombra del Agua puts you in the heart of San Cristóbal de las Casas, within steps of San Cristóbal de las Casas Cathedral and Mesoamerican Museum of Jade. Highlights at this Colonial hotel include in-room free WiFi, free high-speed Internet and Smart TVs. .A pampering day can include hot stone massages and Swedish massages along with access to the sauna and hot tub. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a conference centre and a snack bar/deli. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and noon. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Zona Centro hotel include Museo de San Cristóbal and Church of San Nicolás.

What's nearby

  • Mesoamerican Museum of Jade - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • San Cristóbal de las Casas Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Plaza 31 de Marzo - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Ex-Convent of Santo Domingo - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Santo Domingo Handicraft Market - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪El Mezcalito - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Café Bar Revolucion - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪El Fogon de Jovel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Baruva Food&Drinks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Casa de Ahn - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Sombra del Agua

Colonial hotel with full-service spa and 24-hour front desk
Hotel Sombra del Agua offers its guests a full-service spa. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Hotel Sombra del Agua. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Colonial San Cristóbal de las Casas hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 78 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1907
  • Deli
  • Conference centre
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hotel Sombra del Agua offers 78 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Beds feature premium bedding. Smart televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

The on-site spa has 2 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include hot stone massages, sports massages and Swedish massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub and a steam room. The spa is open daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 80 metres
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site 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 centre
  • 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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • 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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and cash.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before 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

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Sombra del Agua?

Hotel Sombra del Agua offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 31 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Sombra del Agua on 29 Apr 2025 start from NZ$121.87, including 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.

Is parking available at Hotel Sombra del Agua?

Yep, Hotel Sombra del Agua has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Is there a spa on site at Hotel Sombra del Agua?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Hotel Sombra del Agua. It has a hot tub, a steam room and a sauna. You'll enjoy services like hot stone massages.

What makes Hotel Sombra del Agua a romantic place to stay?

A hot tub and couples spa treatments, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hotel Sombra del Agua.

Does Hotel Sombra del Agua serve breakfast?

Yep, cooked-to-order breakfast is offered daily between 7:00 AM and noon.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Sombra del Agua?

No, Hotel Sombra del Agua does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel Sombra del Agua?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Sombra del Agua?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Sombra del Agua?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Hotel Sombra del Agua Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 811 out of 1127 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 231 out of 1127 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 60 out of 1127 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 1127 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1127 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Gregory

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Gabriela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is located one block from one of the main “andadores” roads of the city and less than two blocks from the main plaza. Everything is close within walking distance. The area is very safe. The hotel has a lot of history and is unique. It’s architecture is very beautiful. The only thing we didn't like is that it is not quiet, one of the two nights we stayed, the other guests were very noisy.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Travelled with group
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

Ludmila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ludmila

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a wonderful hotel. I booked the best room which is an addition to the (100 years or so) old hotel and has a huge terrace with a view of the mountains, sunset and a church, sunny all day. I am sure the smaller rooms are also wonderful (and very affordable) but I have not seen them. There is a tropical garden in the middle, very beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

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

judith

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente ubicación, staff muy amable. Lupita en restaurante, servicio 5 estrellas?
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

cassie

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

10/10 Excellent

Truett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic but can be noisy
Wonderful historic hotel holding the best restaurant in the area. A but noisy in the am and defiantly noisy Saturdsy night
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Buen servicio.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ismar

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angelica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Irvin

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Execellent and great value
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

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

8/10 Good

Diana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The location is great few step from the corredor areas tourist locations. Coffee shop next door and a restaurant in the hotel the prices are high but I went to restaurant called “El Sazon Que me toquen” delicious and convenient. The lobby is really beautiful, the room ok basic it needs remodel, a lot noise because the traffic is right in front of the hotel. My only complaint is the noise and the pillows. Made of cheap cotton and high. Other than that for the price and location is not bad. One of the best hotels that I was is “Bo Hotel” check it out. Not much to do in Chiapas I would go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Robert, Xalapa

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel located in the heart of San Cristóbal. The staff were friendly and the place was spotless with great food. The evening street noise was a bit excessive in my first room but I was allowed to move to an interior room that was much better. There was also a problem with the internet that was not resolved during my stay of 6 days.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is sweet with a real touch of authenticity. "The dinner was Amazing!" It was a true experience of "fine cuisine" and the service was great, thanks to Andrea.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Property and staff are nice. Parking situation is not ideal even for taxi and tour pick ups. Food was great. Overall great place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helga, The Woodlands

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It will be nice to have coffee tea in the brewer in the room and enjoy it in the Terrace
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leticia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service, staff was very friendly and helpful. The facility had a great restaurant and bar. The hotel was very pretty and safe. Located walking distance from everything. I would definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

RAFAEL

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel in the center of San Cristobal, great design and adaptation to a colonial building, walking distance to the city center.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

juan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was in the heart of the city. Everything needed as far as food and entertainment was walking distance. Very clean and well kept. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

BRENDA, bakersfield

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was beyond helpful and the hotel was beautiful and clean’
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024