Hotel Matilda Hotel and Spa in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico

While spa treatments aren't my first choice of vacation activities, I'll admit that I am a sucker for treatments that involve wine, beer, spirits and other non-typical items. I also absolutely love Mexico and so when these two things combine in a Mezcal spa treatement at a hotel resort in one of the most beautiful and relatively undiscovered parts of Mexico, well ... I just had to share it with you guys!

hotel matilda owners suite

San Miguel de Allende is a colonial-era city in Mexico's central highlands and is known for its baroque Spanish architecture. We've talked about Baja a lot and I'm sure you are familiar with the Caribbean beach towns but this is something different and truly authentic Mexico. With a vibrant art and cultural community, this city should be on your radar if you want to explore a different side of Mexico. While I would suggest this as a great destination for a guys weekend getaway, honestly I'd rather take my wife there for a romantic getaway filled with gorgeous architecture, art, and fabulous food.

hotel matilda atrium

Hotel Matilda, one of Mexico’s most iconic hotels in beautiful San Miguel de Allende, is blending luxury and tradition with a new treatment featuring one of the nation's national drinks: Mezcal. Known to promote good blood circulation as a cholesterol reducer, Mezcal is relaxing, calms pain, and has anti-inflammatory power. Hotel Matilda has chosen Mezcal Lineal for this special body treatment for its double distillation and smoky, sweet notes - a fine product with deep roots in Mexican tradition. 

The treatment starts with an agave Inulin body exfoliation to clean the pores of the skin, followed by a body wrap with an infusion of Mezcal Lineal, rosemary, and arnica. After a brief, warm rest, one of ’s professional therapists will provide a specialized massage that promotes blood circulation and muscle relaxation. 

spa cabina at Hotel Matilda

The complete treatment lasts two hours, including the 90-minute massage. This treatment is designed to detoxify the body, improve blood circulation, repair and hydrate the skin, reduce inflammation, and provide a moment of relaxation. The total cost is 3,760 Mexican Pesos, (approx. $173 USD).

drinks at hotel matilda

Of course, if you prefer to enjoy your mezcal straight or in a cocktail by the pool, Hotel Matilda can help you with that as well.