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El Nido de Quetzalcóatl, or Quetzalcóatl's Nest, is a complex of 10 Airbnb apartments nestled in the woods in the town of Naucalpan, Mexico.
Nestled amidst rolling hills and lush oak forests, the El Nido de Quetzalcóatl residential complex resembles a serpent coiling through the earth. Designed by Mexican architect Javier Senosiain, it draws inspiration from Quetzalcóatl, the Aztec feathered serpent god.
Senosiain designed El Nido de Quetzalcóatl based on the concept of organic architecture, a term coined by American architect Frank Lloyd Wright in the early 1900s. This term refers to the balance between the human living environment and the natural environment. El Nido de Quetzalcóatl is located about an hour's drive from Mexico City. Construction began in 2001 and was completed in 2007, six years later.
The exterior walls of El Nido de Quetzalcóatl are gilded in iridescent colors, such as emerald and deep violet, intended to mimic the fur of the god Quetzalcóatl. To match the serpent theme, the architecture here is mostly characterized by undulating curves or circular shapes.
Located on a plot of land nearly 7,500 m²2The complex has a total construction area of approximately 1,500 m².2It comprises 10 different apartments. These apartments are located in the "snake's back" section, with three on the upper floor and seven on the lower floor.
Each apartment, approximately 6.5 meters high and 8.5 meters wide, features an arched ceiling; the walls are painted in neutral colors, contrasting with the vibrant exterior; and numerous windows offer views of the green landscape, which from a distance resembles dots on a snake's body.
"The Egg" is a circular room at El Nido de Quetzalcóatl, featuring pristine white walls and designed as a minimalist, modern lounge area.
Each apartment has five bedrooms, four bathrooms, a living room, a dining room, a fully equipped kitchen, a laundry area, and can accommodate up to eight people at a time. They are connected by colorful corridors.
A glimpse inside an apartment in El Nido de Quetzalcóatl
White walls combine with neutral white and minimalist colors.
...with a focus on wooden interiors.
El Nido de Quetzalcóatl is more than just an ordinary hostel or hotel; it's a resort perfect for short getaways when you need a quiet and peaceful time. Here, you can begin or continue your journey of self-renewal with activities such as meditation, nature walks, and yoga. El Nido de Quetzalcóatl offers a variety of gardens for visitors to choose from, ranging from cactus, herb, and mineral gardens to a grass-covered arched walking area.
The El Nido de Quetzalcóatl complex also features numerous gardens and decorative snake heads. The property also boasts its own water treatment system; wastewater from the apartments is filtered and used for watering the plants. The crystal-clear streams here are sourced from nearby areas. They absorb carbon dioxide, release oxygen, and help regulate temperature and maintain humidity within the El Nido de Quetzalcóatl ecosystem.
El Nido de Quetzalcóatl also appeared in a reality show.The world's best vacation rentals(The World's Most Amazing Vacation Rentals), is currently streaming on Netflix.
Currently, apartments at El Nido de Quetzalcóatl are being rented out through a service.AirbnbGuests can book rooms online through the Airbnb website or app, with prices starting at $380 per night (approximately VND 8,600,000).
