HISTORY

The story of the Hacienda begins in 1616, a legacy woven into the San Ángel neighborhood. Through the centuries, it has stood witness to its growth and flourished alongside the transformation of Mexico City into a cultural and culinary capital of the world.

Owners of the estate originally known as
NUESTRA SEÑORA DE SANTA ANA
‍Later known as
HACIENDA GOICOECHEA

1616

The House and Gardens of Nuestra Señora de Santa Ana

Hernando Aragonés was the first owner of the house and gardens of Nuestra Señora de Santa Ana. In 1616, he was granted land by the State and the Marquesado del Valle.

1678 -
1777

Multiple Owners

During this period, the property was acquired by various residents of Mexico City, who expanded the land, added water grants, and carried out several modifications.

1777

The Hacienda de Goicoechea is born

The Hacienda de Goicoechea is bornRamón de Goicoechea, a resident of Mexico City, acquired the property. He buys adjacent land from local communities, increases the amount of water allocated to the estate, and expands both the agave fields and corn crops. The estate reached an area of 479,991 square varas (approx. 34 hectares).

1806 -
1900

Colonial Estate

During the 19th century, the hacienda served as a country house for various owners.

1906

Hotel San Ángel Inn

The estate was eventually acquired by the San Ángel Land Company, an American enterprise that, in 1907, transformed the house into a hotel. The traditional name San Ángel was paired with the English word Inn, giving birth to the name it carries to this day. By 1918, the hotel was under the refined management of Madame Roux.

1937

Declared a National Monument

The original structure of Hacienda de Goicoechea was declared a “Colonial Monument” by the National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH).

1955 -
1961

Universidad Iberoamericana

During these years, the hacienda was owned by renowned musician, industrialist, and writer Carlos Prieto. He hosted musical concerts and lent the space to the Jesuits, who used it for the Architecture, Design, and Art History Schools of Universidad Iberoamericana.

1963

The San Ángel Inn Restaurant is born

On June 13, 1963, Restaurante San Ángel Inn officially opened, marking a new chapter in the history of this iconic venue.