Decu Downtown in Merida - Mexico- is the definition of a small- luxury retreat. Just a handful of beautifully designed rooms gives guests the run of this boutique hotel- and makes the friendly service ultra personalised. Ask staff to point you towards the standout infinity pool- the centrepiece of the hotel- circled by classic meets contemporary architecture synonymous with this part of the Yucatan. Or escape inside a book in the shaded Mayan garden. Then again- the best of the White City is quite literally on the doorstep- making sightseeing effortless. Upstairs- the small collection of bedrooms means each is a residence in its own right- spacious and airy with high ceilings and modernist interiors. The clean lines and muted tones are cool and calming. But for an extra dose of relaxation- Decu Downtown offers signature spa therapies. Rounding off the luxury treatment- the destination restaurant serves traditional Mexican menus with a contemporary- international spin. With walls that open up onto the pool- letting the gentle evening breezes in- this sets a sublime scene. Pair it with drinks from the hotel bar to end the day on the sweetest of notes. Decu Downtown is a Small Luxury Hotels of the World property.