Casa Tuut is a glowing green gem on Merida’s most glamorous central street, Paseo Montejo. A stay sends you back into the heyday of a majestic city and delights your senses. Among the historic homes of the of wealthiest hacienda owners of the green gold known as sisal, a perch near the city’s innovative culinary magicians, and a glimmering oasis to beat the heat and relax after your adventures of the day.
Casa Tuut is mayan for green parrot. And yes, there is a green parrot that lives in the towering trees that provide occasional shade over the courtyard’s lovely pool. This special place is also patrolled by a gregarious iguana that blends himself perfectly in the mottled stone wall that is adorned by a young banyan tree, hopelessly nesting in a high corner.
Relive your day trips around the tip of the Yucatan when you return to cool off and plan your dinner in one of the cities cantinas. The shimmering blue-green pool echoes enchanting cenotes you enjoyed to break the pan-frying heat of the day; the intricate cool tiles on the floors as those admired in local historic haciendas, the sisal wall hangings and the owner’s grandmother’s art remind you of the pride of Merida. The finest of towels, bedding and toiletries are stocked in each of five unique, and (gratefully) air conditioned rooms.
At the heart of the home: a large round gathering table. This and a kind and gently staffed team will surely make yours a most memorable visit to this proud and lovely city.