25 Years, Infinite Style
Twenty-five years ago, a vision took shape in Mexico City with the opening of Hotel Habita, the country’s first lifestyle design hotel. Founded by Carlos Couturier, Moisés Micha, and Rafael Micha, Grupo Habita has since grown into an award-winning, trailblazing collective of properties that reimagine what a hotel can be: cultural hubs as much as places to stay. In an exclusive conversation with Ocean Blue World, Rafael Micha reflects on a journey shaped by vision and innovation.
From Mexico City and Oaxaca to Chicago and beyond, Grupo Habita has built a portfolio that now totals 18 properties, including the soon-to-open Hotel Sevilla in Mérida — all synonymous with creativity, design, and a deep sense of place. The network spans urban landmarks and coastal escapes, with every property capturing the spirit of its location as it carries forward the brand’s distinctive spirit and timeless style. Signature openings such as Hotel Baja Club in La Paz and Hotel Humano in Puerto Escondido underscore the group’s ongoing evolution and flair for blending history with a modern edge.
The Grupo Habita team continues to champion hospitality that feels personal, inspired, and ahead of its time. From rooftop bars and courtyards alive with art to beachfront sanctuaries and colonial restorations, every Habita property tells a story. As it moves into its 25th year, there’s no question the brand is not just celebrating a notable milestone, but reaffirming its role as a pioneer of lifestyle hotels in Latin America — with more chapters still to be written.
Photos Courtesy Of: Undine Pröhl, César Béjar, Edmund Sumner, Ricardo Ramos
