WHERE TO STAY
When Encuentro Guadalupe opened its modern ‘lofts’ in 2012, scattered with environmental integrity amongst sun-drenched boulders on a wild 99-hectare winery and cattle ranch, it set an architectural standard that subsequent hotel contenders in Valle de Guadalupe continue to emulate.
Beloved by celebrities (Rihanna once booked out the entire property for a party), the appeal of this property lies in its aesthetics – an infinity pool and jacuzzi tucked into the hillside; an underground tasting room and private cellar; and a restaurant and bar boasting glass walls and an open deck, capitalising on the mesmerising views of the mountains.
Built to ensure privacy, the 22 eco-lofts are simple in design and rustic rather than luxurious, with the aim of encouraging guests to connect with the environment.
Meanwhile, two organic vegetable gardens provide daily-plucked inspiration for chef Omar Valenzuela at Origen Restaurante, with a farm-to-table menu that fluctuates with the seasons. See grupoencuentro. com.mx