Bela's B & B  

Bela's Bed and Breakfast is located in the historic center of town, one block from the walking street, one-half block from the Santa Domingo Church/artisan market and three blocks north of the zocalo (town center) and three blocks south from and town market place. Off the courtyard there is one large separate bedroom with its private bath and one smaller room that shares a bathroom with separate shower and two WCs. There are two bedrooms, each with private bath, upstairs and upback, one with a balcony and an incredible view of the city and the other with smaller view, a sitting area and king bed. We are a family with three dogs -- adorable and a lovely home with a gorgeous garden. For your convenience we have high speed WI FI internet connection. We also have Manuela, who may be the best cook south of the Rio Bravo! Airport pick ups and drop offs can be arranged with a trusted driver. A pickup is 600 pesos and a drop off is 450 pesos, "port to port".

Amenities: Wood Fireplace, Telephone , Wireless Internet, View of area attraction, and more...

Cancellation Policy: Three weeks' notice

We have pets. Children are welcome.

Breakfast: Eggs with tortillas and/or toast or omlette, cereals, granola, yogurt, fresh fruit, pancakes and fresh-ground fair trade Chiapanecan coffee, tea and juice.

Driving Directions: When you arrive, you will come in on the main highway and arrive at a sign that says "Centro Historico" - you will go north (there will be an indication) on that street which is named "Insurgentes". The bus station will be immediately on the right. You stay on this street and go past the zocalo and cathedral (on your left) three blocks. You will arrive at Calle Dr. Navarro. On the left across the street will be an outdoor artisans' market and there you will turn right. Our house is the first house on the left that is white and blue. Directly across the street is a parking lot that you will turn right into and park. The house doesn't have a sign but has a #2 and big wooden doors. Ring the bell Drive safely. For your information, on the Mexican highways a left turn signal means "You can pass me". It DOES NOT MEAN "I'm turning left". So if you were to want to turn left you must pull over to the right and stop and wait until the left turn is safe.

Local Area Attractions: There is the Cathedral, located on the main plaza, containing baroque altars, 17th and 18th century paintings, fine wood carvings and sculptures. Also, Santo Domingo Church, built between 1547 and 1560, is one of the largest in Mexico. Its facade is an example of typical Mexican Baroque. Na-Bolom (House of the Jaguar) houses an archeological and ethnological museum and library. Founded by Danish archeologist Frans Blom and his wife Trudi, the foundation focuses on the Indians of Chiapas and their culture. The Indigenous market is located on the grounds of the Santo Domingo Church. Held every day, Mayan people come in from the villages to sell textiles, pottery, jewelry, and baskets as well as items made of leather, tin, cotton, and wool. The daily City Market is San Cristobal's central market. Located two blocks from the Indigenous market, it is the source of produce, meat, fresh flowers, furniture, charcoal, household goods, and clothing for much of the city's population. Some of the most interesting ruin sites in Mexico and Central America are in Chiapas, including Palenque, Tonina, Yaxchilan, Bonampak, Tenam Puente, and Chinkultic, among others. Hiking options include walks through pine forests, a climb to the Huetepec Cloud Forest, and guided or unguided tours of the city. Bike rentals and horseback riding excursions are available.

Onsite Activities: Garden gazing, good library for reading and authentic Mexican lunches are offered for $6.00 Monday through Friday and also cooking classes can be arranged to learn how to make this delicious Mexican food.

Seasonal Info: Rainy season is June through September. High season is end of October beginning of November (Day of the Dead), Christmas, Easter, and July and August