It's easy to get addicted to a place where truly beautiful colonial architecture contrasts with the exhuberance of the of the everpresent University students and the charro musicians who entertain at all times in the beautiful plazas. Founded upon a mining area, Guanajuato sits on a web of tunnels, which nowadays provide unique traffic arteries. Both the young and not-so young will have a delightful time! Do not miss the world-famous Festival Cervantino, held every year in October.
San Miguel de Allende is a great colonial town, unique because of its large artist population, and galleries galore. There is a lot to see right in the city center, and amazing hot springs (La Gruta is very neat - with a cave) just outside. There are a lot of restaurants with very good food (and desserts...), and the plaza is always lively.
I spent a summer in Guanajuato two years ago. It's a charming town, take the tram up to see Pipila and enjoy the multi-colored houses from high up. See the creepy mummies and markets, and just relax. While it's not as lively as Mexico City, Guanajuato is still a good place to spend a few days.
San Miguel de Allende is amazing. Its colonial architecture and old buildings are just a living painting, full of colors. The market and the church are the best places to visit.
San Miguel de Allende … I intend to rent an apartment in San Miguel next year and probably spend about eight months there. Hands down, it's one of the best cities I've ever been to. I miss it!
Iron House Hostel in San Miguel de Allende … This was my first visit to San Miguel. Iron House is a great place to stay. It's very conveniently located within walking distance to the square, artisian market, stores, bars, and a tortilla factory! It is a clean & comfy place to stay. Ricardo is more than a host he's a good friend!
Iron House Hostel in San Miguel de Allende … What more do you need to say about a place so welcoming and charismatic to a stray traveler? Why not stay exactly where you are with great company and a vibrant town atmosphere? It feels too long ago that I got stuck at Iron House, throwing travel plans into mayhem, but the memories are grande and unique. I will be back!
Iron House Hostel in San Miguel de Allende … Iron House is a great place to stay and very reasonably priced for the area it is in. Iron House is only a few blocks away from el Jardin (the garden at the center of town) and la catedral. The hostel itself is very nice and cheery - it has a large kitchen for communal use, a TV/computer sitting area, and upstairs patio. Ricardo is a great host, full of helpful information and energy! I stayed in a shared, dormitory room, which was well kept and clean, and got to meet other infteresting travelers during my stay. Please, do yourself a favor and stay at the Iron House! I'm definitely going to stay there the next time I am in San Miguel!!
Iron House Hostel in San Miguel de Allende … I stayed with Ricardo at Iron House again. I had another great experience and I can't wait to visit San Miguel and Ricardo at the Iron House in the very near future.
Iron House Hostel in San Miguel de Allende … Great people. Great place. As cosy as your 'home sweet home'. Ricardo is not only the hostel manager he will end up being your friend.
HI - Guanajuato - Hostalito de Guanajuato Hostel in Guanajuato … Thanks. Very good hostel. I stayed there for 2 months while taking classes. I met very cool people. Thanks, Lupita!!
Iron House Hostel in San Miguel de Allende … My time at Iron Hostel was relaxing and very enjoyable. I booked a stay for three days with plans to stay in San Miguel for a month. I felt so taken care of that I stayed the entire month at Iron Hostel. Ricardo is very knowledable, he can answer any questions you might have, and he makes you feel at home. I truly enjoyed all of the different people I met in my stay there, overall it was an amazing expierence.
Iron House Hostel in San Miguel de Allende … Boy, is this place ever great! Our host Ricardo was very kind and helpful... taking us out to a few clubs and even making reservations for us at our next destination!!!! Wonderful rooftop terrace, and computer access as well as a great kitchen!!! We loved it here, not to mention the rooms were very clean and comfortable, and same with the bathrooms!!! Thank Ricardo... keep up the good work. We miss San Miguel!!!
Iron House Hostel in San Miguel de Allende … This is a great place, one of the friendliest and cleanest hostels I've ever been to. Highly recommended!
Alcatraz Hostel in San Miguel de Allende … It is very clean, close to the center of the town, and has excellent hosts. They are very knowledgeable about the town and the cities that are close by. I would recommend this hostel to any backpacker passing through since Hostel Alcatraz made my stay in San Miguel very enjoyable.
Alcatraz Hostel in San Miguel de Allende … I had never stayed at a hostel before this, and was I ever pleased with my first experience! Rosi and Luis are the most gracious hosts, and the accommodations are clean and spacious with a lovely and inviting ambience. I am just finishing my second visit here with a friend who came from Canada to join me. Both times I have visited Hostel Alcatraz, and I have remained for over a week because this hostel is as good as many hotels. Thank you for a delightful time in San Miguel de Allende!
Casa Kloster Hostel Internacional in Guanajuato … It's very clean and central and you feel very safe. If you are interested, the foreigner can tell you a lot about the Mexican political situation. Tip -- close always your door if you go to the bathroom or somewhere so that the little dogs can't come in your room!
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