Flor de Mayo Hotel Restaurant & Spa

The 25 eclectic guest rooms at Flor de Mayo Hotel Restaurant & Spa in Cuernavaca, Morelos, Mexico, feature Egyptian cotton 400-thread-count sheets, hand-painted floors, complimentary Wi-Fi, honey soaps, and views — and smells — of the floral patio, which dates back to the 19th century. The pool and pool bar boast scenic views of the Mexicapa mountain range and downtown Cuernavaca, while the on-site spa features a sauna, hot stone massages, waxing and hydrating facials. Patio 603, the hotel's restaurant, serves southeastern and central-Mexican flavors, and guests can choose to take their meals inside the restaurant, on the courtyard, or in their rooms. Recent visitors were fond of the 2012 renovations and modern accommodations, the friendly staff and the central courtyard, but many complained of noise and mattresses that felt a tad too firm.