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Chichen Itza, Mexico Overview

While ruins, including pyramids El Castillo and Kukulcan, are the primary reason to visit Chichen Itza, there is a wealth of other attractions as well. Otherworldly bird-watching and stargazing... more » While ruins, including pyramids El Castillo and Kukulcan, are the primary reason to visit Chichen Itza, there is a wealth of other attractions as well. Otherworldly bird-watching and stargazing experiences can be found within the Maya Jungle Reserve and in Hacienda Chichen's Bird Refuge. Yaxkin Spa makes the most of this sacred space with holistic Mayan healing. Freshwater sinkholes offer unforgettable swimming. Drive or catch a bus from Merida or Cancun. Daytrips run from both cities. « less
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Hacienda Chichen & Yaxkin Spa

Aug 15, 2008

As soon as you enter the property you feel the calm serenity of your surroundings. The lush tropical foliage is simply magnificent. We spent two nights there with our entire family, six adults and...more

Mayaland Hotel & Bungalows

3 of 5 stars
United Kingdom
Aug 15, 2008

This is a nice hotel set with a great view of one of the temples. We stayed in the hotel itself, rather than one of the bungalows, and were entirely happy about that choice. It is very close to the...more

Villas Arqueologicas

4 of 5 stars
Portland, OR
Aug 13, 2008

My husband, a friend and I shared a room for 3 days to see the Ruins and the hotel was wonderful! Excellent service, the best food, very clean rooms, pool, tennis and lots of relaxing. more

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