Cocoyoc Historic Hotel

The historical places in Cocoyoc are probably at the top of your travel itinerary. And don’t forget to explore the many sights while you’re visiting the area.

Based on our travel expertise, Hotel Palmas Cocoyoc is a top hotel on Expedia for those interested in history, and it features a restaurant and free WiFi. Tepozteco Pyramid is a short 19-minute drive away. A couple of other options near historic sites include Hotel Quinta Paraiso and The Lorian Club.

In Cocoyoc, you’ll find 19 hotels bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Places to visit in the wider area include Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Oaxtepec, Los Limones Thermal Waters and Agua Hedionda Thermal Waters. You’ll also find Jardín Xolatlaco and Artisan Market of Tepoztlán in the area.

By booking a historic hotel, guests can sleep in a place that has an officially recognised historic designation. A castle, a palace or even a pub or an old police station can be considered a historic hotel as long as it’s of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often found in the public spaces and guestrooms of historic hotels in Cocoyoc, giving a sense of history.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term “historic hotel” is more commonly used in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The physical building and architecture of historic hotels are generally the most significant aspect. For a heritage hotel, mainly, it’s cultural value as well as how it inspired the community.

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you’ve come to expect, though efforts have been made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi and the amenities found at a contemporary hotel should be available at a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Cocoyoc, don’t worry that you’ll find a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.