The Parador - Museum Santa Maria is located along the Mayan Route in the border region of Chiapas.

The distance from the Parador to the archaeological zone of Chinkultic is only ten kilometers, whereas the distance to the multicolored Lakes of Montebello is 13 kilometers.

The building dates from the XIX century and has through extensive renovation been brought back to its former splendor. Its interiors are decorated throughout with period furniture and works of art covering many centuries, creating an evocative and exclusive atmosphere.

It is a delight to sit in the shade of the Parador’s terraces, taking in the smell and sight of colorful flowers, as well as enjoying the view of the open landscapes surrounding the estate. There are eight opulent guest rooms, all decorated with works of art and exceptional antique furniture. A stay at the Parador - Museum Santa Maria is a treat for all senses.

In the magnificent and unique restaurant "the Geraniums," you will enjoy original recipes from the succulent Chiapanecan cuisine, along with a variety of national and international dishes, and not the least exquisite organic coffee from their orchard.

The museum features a magnificent collection of art from the XVI to the XIX centuries. Here is a spectacular setting, filled with important paintings, sculptures and objects of gold. The museum is a showcase of European and Mexican artists and painters, bearing testimony to colonial Chiapanecan plastic arts.

Furthermore, the museum features beautiful pieces carved in ivory from the XVII and XVIII centuries, sculptures that seem to come alive, evoking the Naos of China that during centuries arrived at Veracruz, bringing treasures that are a part of Mexico’s great cultural heritage.