Campeche, capital of the state that
bears its name, is one of Mexico's
colonial gems and was at last recognized
as such in 1999 with the designation
of the city as a UNESCO World Heritage
Site.
Elegant eighteenth- and
nineteenth-century houses
painted in pastel shades
(hundreds of which have been
recently restored to former
glory), interspersed with the
occasional church, give it a
distinctly European feel. At its
heart, relatively intact, lies a
colonial port still surrounded
by hefty defensive walls and
fortresses.
A
Spanish expedition under Francisco
Hernandez landed outside the Maya
town of Ah Kin Pech in 1517, only
to beat a hasty retreat on seeing
the forces lined up to greet them.
It wasn't until 1540 that Francisco
de Montejo founded the modern town,
and from here set out on his mission
to conquer the Yucatán. From then
until the nineteenth century, it
was the chief port in the peninsula.
It also became an irresistible target
for the pirates who operated with
relative impunity from bases on
the untamed coast. Hence
the fortifications, built between
1668 and 1704 after a particularly
brutal massacre of the population.
Although large sections of the walls
have gone, seven of the eight original
bulwarks (baluartes) survive.
In the past few tourists have
stopped here, preferring to sweep
by en route to Escárcéga and Palenque
or take Hwy-180 along the beautiful
coast route via Ciudad del Carmen
to Villahermosa. Though more and
more visitors are discovering the
immaculately preserved and tranquil
streets which compare favorably
with Mérida's, for the moment at
least Campeche remains unblighted
by tourist overkill.
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Baluartes
Whatever is your
motive for traveling
to Campeche, you’ll
surely find
everything you need
at Baluartes hotel.
It will be a
pleasure to serve
you.
RM, RO
Campeche
Chicanna
Ecovillage Resort
Chicanna Ecovillage
Resort is an
ecological hotel
with a rustic
structure, nestled
in the jungle with
the comforts of a
city hotel. It is
ideal for nature
lovers
RM
Xpujil
Debliz
Campeche
Debliz Campeche is a
comfortable hotel
located few minutes
away from the
Historic Center of
the beautiful
colonial city of
Campeche.
RM, RO
Campeche
Debliz
Xpujil
Debliz Xpujil is a
comfortable hotel
nestled in the
jungle of Campeche,
perfect for an eco
vacation, surrounded
by natural beauty
and green landscapes
that offer entire
relaxation.
RM, RO
Xpujil
Francis
Drake
At Francis Drake
hotel you will find
the perfect rest.
Located at the
Historic Center,
this resort will be
a perfect starting
point to get to know
the main attractions
of the city.
RM, RO
Campeche
Hacienda
Puerta Campeche
Adjacent to the "Puerta
de Tierra" ("Earth
Gate"), Hacienda
Puerta Campeche
hotel offers a
unique experience to
its guests.
RM, RO
Campeche
Hacienda
Uayamon
Hacienda Uayamon, a
superb residence not
far from the city of
Campeche, recreates
the belle époque of
the Mexican
southeast.
RM, RO
Campeche
Hotel
America Centro
America Centro Hotel
is a beautiful
property, with an
unequalled
atmosphere,
surrounded by
cobblestone streets,
religious temples
and fascinating
historic sites.
RM, RO
Campeche
Hotel
Castelmar
Hotel Castelmar is a
beautiful hotel
located in the
historic center of
Campeche. The
building that houses
it dates back to the
year 1800
RM
Campeche
Hotel
del Mar
This ocean front
property is situated
just a few steps of
the Main Square,
Hotel del Mar will
bring you an easy
access to all the
interesting places
RM
Campeche
Hotel
del Paseo
Spend an incredible
vacation in this
beautiful Hotel del
Paseo, our
comfortable
facilities and the
friendly treatment
of our personnel
will make the
difference.
RM, RO
Campeche
Hotel
Plaza Campeche
Hotel Plaza Campeche
is a beautiful
colonial style
property located in
the heart of the
Historic Center in
Campeche in front of
the San Martin Park.
RM, RO
Campeche
Hotel
Plaza Colonial
Hotel Plaza Colonial
is an excellent
choice if you are in
the historic center
of beautiful
Campeche, named a
World Heritage site
by UNESCO
RM, RO
Campeche
Ocean
View
In your pleasure or
business trip to
Campeche, we invite
you to lodge at the
Ocean View hotel;
here you’ll find
luxurious guestrooms
and a high standard
of quality.
Campeche, capital of the state that
bears its name, is one of Mexico's
colonial gems and was at last recognized
as such in 1999 with the designation
of the city as a UNESCO World Heritage
Site. 
A
Spanish expedition under Francisco
Hernandez landed outside the Maya
town of Ah Kin Pech in 1517, only
to beat a hasty retreat on seeing
the forces lined up to greet them.
It wasn't until 1540 that Francisco
de Montejo founded the modern town,
and from here set out on his mission
to conquer the Yucatán. From then
until the nineteenth century, it
was the chief port in the peninsula.
It also became an irresistible target
for the pirates who operated with
relative impunity from bases on
the untamed coast. Hence
the fortifications, built between
1668 and 1704 after a particularly
brutal massacre of the population.
Although large sections of the walls
have gone, seven of the eight original
bulwarks (baluartes) survive.
