Accommodations in San Miguel de Allende

The charming and serene Casa de Sierra Nevada is a five-star Belmond hotel property that’s set amongst 17th- and 18-century buildings in the heart of the Zona Centro. Around every corner, you’ll find spots to tuck away, as well as trickling fountains, courtyards, and lush foliage. Step outside of the hotel, and you’ll be in the midst of the bustling city center. The following amenities are included in your stay: in-room wake-up coffee service, fitness studio access with required reservation, daily turndown service, and bottled water in the room.

If you are interested in extending your time in San Miguel, please inquire about additional nights by emailing events@bakefromscratch.com.

Booking

To be confirmed, half of the retreat cost (50%) is due within 48 hours of booking. The second half of the retreat cost (50%) is due October 15, 2023. We accept payment by American Express, Visa, Mastercard, PayPal, and Amazon Pay. Trip prices are in US dollars.

Travel to and from San Miguel de Allende

The Bake from Scratch team will recommend the best flights into nearby airports. Guests are responsible for booking their flights to Bajío International Airport (BJX), which is about 1½ hours away by car near León, or Queretaro International Airport (QRO), which is about an hour away by car. In addition, the Bake from Scratch team will coordinate a private car service to/from these recommended airports and the hotel in San Miguel. Bakers who arrive and depart on the same recommended flights will transit together.

Costs

The price of the trip includes hotel accommodations, all baking classes, all scheduled retreat activities, private car transfers to/from BJX or QRO airports, welcome wine reception, some lunches, and group dinner.

Single-occupancy, double-occupancy, and baking participant plus non-baking guest rates are available.

Your credit card will be charged by Hoffman Media, the parent company of Bake from Scratch.

Cancellation

Since the trip is nonrefundable, we suggest buying trip insurance.

If you don’t purchase travel insurance, you agree to indemnify us against any charges that might otherwise be covered by your insurance. You further agree that we are not responsible for any costs of cancellation or costs related to trip interruptions or illness such as COVID-19. Due to COVID-19, there may be limitations relating to activities. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result of changing circumstances. Please know that we are working closely with our partners to plan and execute a safe baking retreat for our guests, but there is an inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 when traveling. By booking this baking retreat, you acknowledge and assume these risks associated with travel.

We reserve the right to cancel this retreat if fewer than 20 participants have signed up by February 15, 2024. We will send an email confirmation to all participants when this number has been met. If Bake from Scratch initiates the cancellation, we will refund all payments.

Have a question about this baking retreat? Email events@bakefromscratch.com.

How many bakers will be on this retreat?

This retreat will be capped at 20 bakers. The group will split into two smaller groups of 10 bakers for some activities.

How do I get to San Miguel?

You can fly into Bajío International Airport (BJX), which is about 1½ hours away by car near León, or Queretaro International Airport (QRO), which is about an hour away by car. Airport transfers for participants are only covered to/from these two airports. If you choose to use another airport, you will be responsible for getting yourself to San Miguel. The Bake from Scratch team will recommend the best flights into BJX and QRO. Bakers who arrive and depart on the same recommended flights will transit together, so you might share a van or car with other participants.

Can I extend my stay at the hotel?

If you’d like to inquire about additional nights, please email events@bakefromscratch.com.

Is breakfast included?

Daily breakfast is not included, but in-room coffee service each morning is included.

Are children able to attend this retreat?

All participants must be 18 years old or older to attend this baking retreat.

What should I plan to wear during baking classes?

Comfortable “resort casual” clothing and closed-toe shoes. Long hair should be pulled back.

Are the baking classes hands-on?

Yes, you will be doing hands-on baking.

Is this retreat better-suited for professionals or home bakers?

Our retreats are geared for passionate home bakers, but professionals are always welcome.

Will we have any free time?

You will have free time to explore, shop, sip, and eat in San Miguel. If you’re interested in other activities such as hot air balloon rides or horseback riding, we can make recommendations.

I want to bring my travel companion, but they don’t want to participate in the baking classes. What can they do?

We offer a baking participant plus non-baking guest package for this very reason! This package allows you to bake and participate in all retreat activities while your travel companion explores San Miguel on their own. As a part of this package, hotel accommodations, private car transfers to/from BJX or QRO airports, the welcome wine reception, and the group dinner are included for your non-baking companion.

To reserve your space, email events@bakefromscratch.com. Reservations will be taken in the order in which we receive emails.