Hotel Matilda is a dedicated member of Design Hotels When guests enter Hotel Matilda, they step across the centuries from the 1500s into 2011 – making an instant transition from the cobbled colonial streets of San Miguel de Allende to the modern, sophisticated lifestyle of today. The point is driven home by the dazzling work of art by contemporary Mexican artist Nacho Rodriquez Bach that greets guests at the front desk: a grid of traditional Mexican mosaic tiles constantly changes patterns and colors, evolving into a fusion of energy and light. Like the artist’s creation, the guest experience inside Hotel Matilda’s walls is evolutionary – tapping, and putting its own twist, on the latest trends in accommodations, cuisine and spa while creating the ambience of an art gallery filled with the works of contemporary artists. A minimalist decor of sleek lines and smooth surfaces, defined by strategically placed works of art, gives the hotel the mien of an art gallery. Putting bold accents on the clean interior is landscaping best described as being an indigenous art form: novel and rare Mexican species are used to sculpt a striking garden ambience. The 32 rooms and suites are artistically appointed with such touches as Mexican calcutta marble floors and framed images by acclaimed Mexico City photographer Eduardo Zaylan. Amenities range from fine, 400-thread count linens and wet bars to a balcony or terrace, many with panoramic views of San Miguel de Allende. Gourmet Restaurant Matilda puts its own reinventive spin on contemporary international cuisine by blending traditional American, Continental and Latin American cooking with the latest emerging innovations, trends and culinary artistry. The finest locally sourced ingredients are the foundation of the cuisine, from artisanal cheeses to produce from organic farms. Bar Matilda pours ultra-premium brands, features fine specialty spirits created by artisanal producers, and uses the latest mixology techniques and fresh