Stay at Quetzalcoatl's Nest, the Mexican snake house for a quirky holiday

HOTELS, MEXICO Created : Jun 17, 2022, 01.44 PM IST

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Photo courtesy: El Nido de Quetzalcóatl/Facebook
The Aztec feathered-serpent god, Quetzalcoatl, is the inspiration behind this one-of-a-kind stay in Naucalpan, Mexico. Aptly named Quetzalcoatl's Nest, this Airbnb is probably one of the quirkiest stays you will come across. The apartment complex, shaped like a slithering snake, has 10 separate apartments spread across an area of over 16,500 sq ft.


The Mexican architect, Javier Senosiain, found the inspiration for this interesting design from one of the many caves in the region.



Photo courtesy: El Nido de Quetzalcóatl/Facebook
Visit this quirky bed and breakfast and the host, Patricia, will tell you all about the Aztec serpent God, and the Mexican people and their culture. The property also takes inspiration from the indigenous Huichol community. Their influence can be seen in the colourful look of the Quetzalcoatl's Nest.


This vacation rental is not only a very interesting place to stay, but is also a great way to immerse yourself in the local culture and traditions. A wholesome experience for sure.



Photo courtesy: El Nido de Quetzalcóatl/Facebook
Quetzalcoatl’s Nest is a part of Quetzalcoatl Park, with nature all around. So a stay at the Quetzalcoatl’s Nest looks like you are in the belly of the serpent god, slithering past the landscape. Imagine yourself as Alice, in Wonderland. It is also home to a large dome, with stunning stained glass on its roof, a spectacle in itself.



Photo courtesy: El Nido de Quetzalcóatl/Facebook
The stay is one of the 10 apartments, and whoever comes to stay takes back more than a very memorable stay. The tour of the complex is one of the main highlights of staying here.


A stay at the Quetzalcoatl’s Nest will also bring you closer to understanding the traditional medicines used by the Huichol community. The host takes around explaining the various medicinal plants growing in the property. This close contact with nature is one of the most interesting aspects about Quetzalcoatl’s Nest.



Photo courtesy: El Nido de Quetzalcóatl/Facebook
For now, the park where Quetzalcoatl’s Nest is located, is closed to the public due to many construction projects. So, maybe this is the best time to visit this quirky home and have the whole place to yourself!
  1. Mexican snake house Where is Quetzalcoatl’s Nest located?
    Quetzalcoatl’s Nest is a quirky housing complex located at the Quetzalcoatl Park in Naucalpan, Mexico.
  2. Is Quetzalcoatl Park open to the public?
    No, at present, access to the park is limited only to the Quetzalcoatl’s Nest Airbnb visitors.
  3. Is Mexico open to tourists?
    Mexico is open to tourists. There is no quarantine on arrival and the travellers no longer need to provide a negative PCR test.
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