The Flycatcher Inn

An independent exploration of the Mayan World is likely to lead you through the Ruta Puuc and the sites of Uxmal et al. ‘Flycatcher Inn’ a small bed and breakfast conveniently located at the top of dirt-track on the edge of Santa Elena, a small village located between the scattering of Mayan sites just south of Merida.

We had intended to use ‘Flycatcher Inn’ only as a useful stop-over whilst exploring the wonders of the Ruta Puuc but were pleasantly surprised to discover a recently renovated property owner by an American lady and her Mexican husband. The en-suite rooms are spotlessly clean, spacious and decorated with locally made items (such as textiles and bags), all of which are for sale. All of the furniture is made out of black wrought-iron, due, apparently, to the owner’s insistence that her husband learn a new and practical skill! This, we were amused to discover, has resulted in his wrought-iron skills being on display through-out the village of Santa Elena, as almost all of the gates, fences, outdoor furniture and window frames in the area have been made by him.

We consider the ‘Flycatcher Inn’ to have been a real find, and it made our journey into the heart of the Yucatan Peninsula a pleasant and comfortable but inexpensive experience.

Good location for Ruta Puuc exploration Interesting and helpful owners Clean and contemporary

For the money, there are no complaints!