Let's say you wanted to visit the historic city of Guanajuato, and learn more about Mexico's…read morerevolution and fight for independence. You wish you could stay in someone's historic home in the city's centro district. Look no further than La Casona de Don Lucas Hotel.
This 18th century home was updated and converted to a small boutique hotel. It has the modern conveniences but is still a little rough around the edges to maintain its charm. Walk out onto the balcony see history in all directions. Out the front door you can walk to all the attractions and beauty you've come to see, and the traditions you've come to experience, and the foods you want to taste. Our room slept four with the main bed on the third floor, and two double beds in a loft with a small table. Just like 15th century, there are no elevators so pack light.
The decor was basic but functional. All three beds were very comfortable. There was plenty of drawer and closets if you need it. There's a couple small sitting areas. Unlike the 15th century, the hotel offers decent internet. The room was mostly clean with the exception of the bathroom which our Room Attendant went above and beyond to try to remedy. Generally, we found the staff to be friendly. Service is on par for a three star hotel. You will normally get what you ask for, but not anticipated. For example, we had a room which slept four on two floors, and only one refillable water bottle and two glasses were provided.
Breakfast was included with our room rate. It's limited but solid. Chilaquiles, eggs, chicken Milanese strips, frijoles, lentils, and a selection of sliced fruits, breads and pastries. All you need to get out the door.
You are in the center of it all so your room won't be silent. That means the last thing you hear before nodding off are bells of Basílica Colegiata de Nuestra Señora de Guanajuato which chime on the quarter hour and bells that count the hours at the top of each hour. These are the first things you will likely hear when you first wake up along with the street coming back to life.
There is no valet Parking and self parking is about a 12 minutes walk away through the centro streets and tunnels. On arrival, someone from the hotel rode over with us and walked us back. On check-out another gentleman was happy to bring the car.
We would stay again. The location is excellent. It's historic and has character. The rooms are spacious, and we liked the staff. The hotel is also priced right.