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UMA Casa

UMA Casa, Mexico — Curved modernist residence with floor-to-ceiling windows, terracotta furniture, linen curtains, and surrounding native vegetation under bright daylight.
Shot by KOBU

Images courtesy of Aleksandra Personick for KOBU, UMA Casa

UMA Casa is not a hotel. It is a guest house. Nestled in the heart of Mexico City next to busy Polanco & lush Chapultepec Park, this sanctuary offers a unique blend of modern comfort and traditional Mexican charm. Its elegant design, lush gardens, and warm athmosphere make it a tranquil oasis for discerning travelers seeking peace and relaxation in this vibrant city.

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The opening of the guest house in 2021 marked the culmination of a three-year endeavor to achieve perfection. Each of its nine rooms is meticulously curated to provide guests with a sense of comfort and familiarity. Claudia, the owner of UMA Casa, is a warm and welcoming host who takes pride in providing guests with a truly memorable experience. She lives on the property with her family, making her presence felt from the moment guests arrive—an experience that is truly authentic and enriching.    

UMA Casa, Mexico — Sheltered courtyard with vintage bicycles, potted philodendron, timber deck, white modernist structure, and mature trees creating dappled shade.
UMA Casa, Mexico — Blue facade with arched windows framed by cascading ivy and potted plants, viewed from above in natural daylight.
UMA Casa, Mexico — Minimalist entryway with vertical ribbed door, concrete flooring, potted palms, and geometric tile pattern in natural light.
UMA Casa, Mexico — Mid-century cream sofa with wooden frame beside woven basket and terracotta planter with bamboo, arched windows framing garden, natural light through sheer curtains, geometric rug.
UMA Casa, Mexico — Arched windows frame lush greenery beside taupe curtains, terracotta planter, and woven stool in minimalist interior.
UMA Casa, Mexico — Dark teal interior with wooden shelving, potted palms, woven seating, geometric tile flooring, and retractable shade structures creating sophisticated resort ambiance.
UMA Casa, Mexico — Zen courtyard with ivy-draped walls, Buddha sculpture, woven yoga mats, and minimalist concrete architecture framing serene wellness space.
UMA Casa, Mexico — Wooden round dining table with black modern chairs on stone patio, white flowers in terracotta planters, dappled sunlight casting shadows, minimalist luxury outdoor setting.
UMA Casa, Mexico — Modern interior with teak shelving, dark blue walls, sculptural objects, dried botanicals, and retractable black ceiling panels creating sophisticated hospitality design.
UMA Casa, Mexico — Overhead view of artisan spa amenities including ornate brass bowl, linen towels, wooden brushes, and natural materials on terracotta brick floor.
UMA Casa, Mexico — Minimalist entryway with potted dracaena plant in terracotta vessel, wooden-framed mirror, corrugated door, geometric tile floor, and natural light from skylight.
UMA Casa, Mexico — Mid-century modern lounge with dark wood chairs, linen upholstery, woven side table, cream curtains filtering sunlight through floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking garden.
UMA Casa, Mexico — Modern bedroom with floor-to-ceiling arched windows, taupe linen sofa, dark walls, potted plant, and views of lush vegetation through gallery windows.
UMA Casa, Mexico — Rattan chair at timber desk beside floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking verdant garden, natural light filtering through sheer curtains.
UMA Casa, Mexico — Wooden shelving with woven basket, cream linen, and wooden hanger casting shadows on whitewashed wall, minimalist hospitality design.
UMA Casa, Mexico — Woven baskets with dried grasses beside concrete planter with trailing black foliage, wooden railing, minimalist interior styling.
UMA Casa, Mexico — Minimalist interior with woven vessels, wooden shelving, pampas grass, and natural light from skylight casting geometric shadows on gray walls.
UMA Casa, Mexico — Woven vessels arranged on curved plinth against arched alcoves, pampas grass, minimalist hospitality design.
UMA Casa, Mexico — Wooden shelving unit with stacked books, woven basket planter, and ceramic vessels illuminated by natural light, mid-century modern design.
UMA Casa, Mexico — Sunlit bedroom with cream linen sofa, woven poufs, terracotta planter with dark foliage, floor-to-ceiling curtains, geometric patterned runner, and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking garden.

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UMA Casa, Mexico — Curved glass doors open to lush gardens from modernist sitting room with natural linen ottoman, mid-century wood chair, and potted trees in dappled sunlight.

Muri

UMA Casa, Mexico — Textured woven basket, terracotta plant pot with black-leafed philodendron, macramé wall hanging, minimalist hospitality interior design detail.

Xica

UMA Casa, Mexico — Minimalist black vertical-ribbed door with brushed metal handle against charcoal concrete wall, dried palm fronds and black ceramic vessels, polished stone flooring.

Yahuel

UMA Casa, Mexico — Sheer curtains filtering warm sunlight onto bed, glass doors opening to night garden with green foliage, minimalist modern interior.

Zontle

UMA Casa, Mexico — Suspended leather swing with rope hanging in minimalist room overlooking lush garden through floor-to-ceiling glass doors, natural light casting shadows on concrete floor with woven rug.

Ehe

UMA Casa, Mexico — ivy-covered courtyard staircase with metal handrail, brick steps, potted plants, and modern dark building facade beyond.

Amari

UMA Casa, Mexico — Arched glass doors with bronze frames opening onto courtyard with hammock, ivy-covered walls, and modernist furniture in dappled light.

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The Details

What makes it Kobu

Claudia's passion for hospitality is evident in every detail of UMA Casa, from the carefully curated rooms to the personal touches that make guests feel at home. Her genuine enthusiasm for sharing the story of UMA adds an extra layer of authenticity to the guest experience, making a stay at UMA Casa truly unforgettable.

UMA Casa is a sanctuary where light, shadow, and natural textures converge, initiating a journey through contemplative, intimate, and introspective atmospheres. It embodies a lodging concept born from a vision centered on reconnecting with the natural and the handmade.

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Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)

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