One of the world's most unusual hotels, Quinta Real Zacatecas is built into the grandstand of the restored San Pedro bullfighting ring, which was built in the 19th century and witnessed its last corrida in 1975. So ingeniously does this unique hotel preserve the character and beauty of the original structure that the restoration project received the International Architectural Award just after it was inaugurated in 1989.

The hotel reflects the grandeur and welcoming hospitality of the city of Zacatecas itself. From the moment guests arrive, they are welcomed with a glass of sparkling wine, in traditional Quinta Real style.

Rooms are set around the Suites Patio, with its charming fountain, while the restaurant and bar are located at the edge of El Ruedo, the former bullring that has been converted into a beautiful colonial-style patio, paved with cobblestones and landscaped with abundant flowers. It is one of the most charming and romantic corners of the city.

The Quinta Real sets the stage for visitors to discover Zacatecas from different angles and perspectives, strolling through its streets lined with majestic colonial-era buildings or suspended in the air on the cable car that takes passengers over the town, from one of the old mines to the top of Cerro de la Bufa.

The hotel's 49 spacious suites are decorated in classic colonial style, with armoires, antiques and original works of art. Reflecting the grandeur and architecture of the region, they set the tone for exploring one of Mexico's most stunning colonial cities. All have ample bathrooms, air conditioning, heating, desk and color satellite TV. Hermes bath toiletries, his and her bathrobes, slippers and a pillow menu complement the Quinta Real experience.

GRAND CLASS SUITES

Spacious and luxurious, the ten Quinta Real Grand Class suites overlook the Suites Patio and feature bathrooms with jacuzzi tub and shower. Some of the suites have a small sofa. They all offer the superb amenities that distinguish Quinta Real, including Hermes toiletries, his and her bathrobes, slippers and pillow menu.

PRESIDENTIAL SUITE

The expansive Presidential Suite features a private terrace overlooking El Ruedo, the former bullring that has been transformed into a beautiful patio epitomizing colonial charm. On two levels, it consists of the Principal Suite on the lower floor, with living room, small dining room, and a Jacuzzi tub and separate shower in the bathroom. On the second story are two Master Suites, each with two double beds, bathtub and shower, desk and view of El Ruedo.