Candlelit dinner with El Caracol in the background, at sunset View of the Chichén Itzá ruins framed by an archway at the hotel Pool and tropical garden at the hotel Façade of El Gran Maya hotel
Chichén Itzá · Yucatán

A new name, a timeless legacy.

A new chapter continues. Formerly known as Mayaland, our iconic resort begins a new era under a new name — keeping the extraordinary legacy, hospitality, and privileged location that have made it one of Mexico's most singular destinations.

The experience

Services and experiences

Every detail is designed so that time, here, is measured differently: by the sun's path over the observatory, not by the clock.

Astronomical observation

Guided night tours led by certified guides, under the same sky that once oriented Maya priests more than a thousand years ago.

Maya Healing Grounds

Healing rituals with melipona honey, obsidian, and copal, in stone cabins open to the jungle.

Pool with a view of the horizon

An infinity-edge pool that blends into the jungle canopy, with all-day bar service.

Yucatecan-rooted cuisine

Chef-driven cooking built on native corn, cacao, and achiote, with ingredients from local growers.

Private access to Chichén Itzá

Early entry and exclusive tours of the archaeological site before it opens to the general public.

Cultural concierge

Certified guides in Maya archaeology and history, available to design your itinerary both on and off the property.

Accommodations

Rooms and suites

Three ways to inhabit the jungle and the stone, all oriented so sunrise reaches your window first.

Room

Cenote

Bright spaces with a stone bathroom and views of the tropical garden, designed for intimate stays.

38 m² Garden King or 2 Queen
$210 USD / night
Suite

Maya Observatory

Private terrace facing El Caracol (the observatory), with binoculars and sunrise coffee service included.

62 m² Observatory view King
$340 USD / night
Villa

Sagrada

Standalone villa with a private pool, private garden, and 24-hour butler service.

140 m² Private pool 2 King
$680 USD / night

Reference rates, subject to season and availability. Confirmed by email after your request.

Celebrations & groups

Weddings and events facing history

Say "I do" with El Caracol as your witness, or gather your team in a place that has already seen six thousand years of history: few settings carry that kind of symbolic weight.

Our planning team designs every ceremony and every corporate retreat to measure, from choosing the venue down to the last table detail.

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150Guests at maximum capacity
6Versatile halls and gardens
1Dedicated planner per event
24hSupport throughout your stay
Reservations

Tell us your dates

Fill out the form and our reservations team will reply within 24 hours with availability and rate.

  • Email confirmation within 24 hours.
  • Preferred rates for stays of 3 nights or more.
  • Personalized attention for weddings and groups.

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Contact

Location

Km. 120 Carretera Mérida–Cancún
Zona Arqueológica Chichén Itzá, C.P. 97751, Yucatán, Mexico

Front desk

Available 24 hours, every day

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