Casa Liza, a boutique hotel near Parque Juárez in San Miguel de Allende

The short version: Casa Liza is a boutique hotel on Bajada del Chorro, in San Miguel de Allende's El Chorro neighborhood, considered the cradle of the city. Parque Juárez is a 5-minute walk away, and the Jardín Principal and the Parroquia are about 11 minutes on foot (830 m, roughly half a mile, and nearly flat). Every room has a private bathroom and free Wi-Fi, the rooms are set among gardens and patios, and you can book direct in English.

Where you'll be staying

You're close enough to walk to the Jardín for dinner, but you don't sleep on the streets around it. Mexico's travel magazine México Desconocido describes El Chorro as a neighborhood that keeps "a calm, welcoming atmosphere," unlike busier parts of town. Walking times from our door, from OpenStreetMap's pedestrian routing, with approximate elevation changes:

• El Chorro spring and the old public laundry basins: about 2 minutes.
• Parque Juárez: 330 m (0.2 mi), about 5 minutes, roughly 20 m (65 ft) downhill.
• Jardín Principal and the Parroquia: 830 m (0.5 mi), about 11 minutes, nearly level.
• Mercado de Artesanías: 1.1 km (0.7 mi), about 14 minutes, nearly level.
• Fábrica La Aurora: 1.9 km (1.2 mi), about 26 minutes, slightly downhill.
• El Mirador: only 410 m (0.25 mi) away, but about 80 m (260 ft) uphill. Take a car up and walk down.

Two things the map won't tell you. The streets are cobblestone, so pack shoes with a good grip. And San Miguel sits at about 1,900 m (roughly 6,200 ft), so hills can leave you winded on day one.

Why stay near Parque Juárez

Local tradition places the town's founding in 1542 beside the springs of El Chorro. A few steps from the spring, the 18th-century stone laundry basins still stand, and the small chapel of Santa Cruz del Chorro, higher up, has some of the best views of the city's towers. Next to the basins is Parque Juárez, with wide paths, fountains, wrought-iron benches, bridges and century-old trees. It's an easy morning walk from Casa Liza.

Rooms

• Deluxe, for 2. A quiet room for couples: private bathroom, free Wi-Fi, cable TV, in-room safe and hairdryer. Check Deluxe availability.
• Junior Suite, for 2. Bright and roomy, our pick for romantic trips and celebrations; some Junior Suites have a balcony, subject to availability. Check Junior Suite availability.
• Junior Suite Doble, for 2 adults and 2 children. The only category our booking engine opens to children. Check Junior Suite Doble availability.
• Master Suite, for up to 3 adults. Our most private suite, good for longer stays, anniversaries or three friends traveling together. Check Master Suite availability.
• Villa, for 2. Adds a kitchenette and a living room, for longer stays. Check availability.

Photos of every room are on our rooms page (in Spanish).

What's included, and what isn't

• In every room: private bathroom, free Wi-Fi and an in-room safe, plus soap, shampoo, lotion, body wash and two bottles of water.
• Housekeeping: daily, unless you'd rather skip it. Fresh towels on request.
• Luggage storage if you arrive early or leave late, and invoices (Mexican factura) on request.
• No spa, but the treatments come to you: therapeutic massage, hot-stone massage and hydrating facials, 60 or 90 minutes, in your room. Hair and makeup in your room too.
• A romantic setup in your room: rose petals, candles, fresh flowers, chocolate-dipped strawberries and sparkling wine.
• Breakfast isn't part of the rates in our booking engine. You're welcome to bring food and drinks in. If breakfast matters for your trip, ask us before you book.

Policies at a glance

• Check-in from 3 pm; check-out at noon. Early check-in and late check-out cost extra; late check-out is MXN 280 per additional hour.
• Cancellation: on the standard rate, free up to 7 days before arrival. Inside 7 days there's no refund and 100% of the stay is charged. Promotional, discount-code and special rates are non-refundable.
• Payment: your stay is charged 7 days before arrival. The booking engine takes Visa, Mastercard and American Express, in Mexican pesos.
• Pets: one per room, up to 20 kg (44 lb), MXN 650 per night plus a MXN 2,000 refundable damage deposit. Let the front desk know in advance. Full details: pet policy (in Spanish).
• Smoking isn't allowed inside the rooms (MXN 500 deep-cleaning fee); it's fine in open areas.
• Registration: every guest checks in at the front desk with ID, and visitors aren't allowed in the rooms.

Getting here

The closest airports are Querétaro (QRO), about 74 km (46 mi) away, and Del Bajío (BJX) in Silao, about 93 km (58 mi) away. We can set up an airport transfer for you: message us for rates. If you're driving, Casa Liza has limited parking, so confirm a spot before you arrive. The streets around the hotel are narrow, cobbled and often one-way. Our Spanish guide how to get to San Miguel de Allende compares both airports.

Book direct

Our booking engine is in English, with live rates and availability, shown in Mexican pesos. Questions before you book? Message us on WhatsApp at +52 415 151 1251 or email casalizasma@fhb.com.mx.

FAQ

How far is Casa Liza from the Jardín Principal?

Our address is Bajada del Chorro 7, Zona Centro, 37700 San Miguel de Allende. The Jardín Principal is 830 m (about half a mile) away: an 11-minute, nearly level walk.

What's the best area to stay in San Miguel de Allende if I want to walk everywhere?

It depends on how much noise and how many hills you're willing to take. Near Parque Juárez you can walk to the Jardín in about 11 minutes on nearly level ground, you have the park and El Chorro right there, and you sleep away from the streets around the main square. Our neighborhood guide (in Spanish) has more.

Do you have a spa?

No. Massages and facials are done in your room, in 60- or 90-minute sessions.

Are you pet friendly?

Yes: one pet per room, up to 20 kg (44 lb), with a nightly fee and a refundable deposit, under our Terms and Conditions.

Is there parking?

Yes, but spaces are limited. Message us on WhatsApp to confirm before you arrive.

Can I cancel?

On the standard rate, yes, free of charge up to 7 days before arrival. Promotional rates are non-refundable.

More answers, in Spanish: full FAQ.

Ready to book?

Check availability and book direct, or message us on WhatsApp at +52 415 151 1251.