Merida Old Town Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A stone bridge with multiple arches over a calm river, reflecting the bridge and surrounding trees.
An ancient amphitheater with stone steps and columns.
An ancient stone archway with marble columns and a statue at the top.
Ancient stone columns with intricate carvings, set against a backdrop of weathered stone walls.
A historic fountain with lions, palm trees, and classic architecture in a public square.

Stay near popular Merida Old Town attractions

Activities


Our pick of the best Merida Old Town Hotel Deals

Hotel ILUNION Mérida Palace

Hotel ILUNION Mérida Palace

5 out of 5
Plaza Espana, 19 Merida Badajoz
The price is AU$146 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$146
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Merida. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"It was a well located hotel. They had Nice rooms with a nice small pool in the roof. We were disappointed with the limited menu of the hotel for being a five star location. They had one menu for lunch and dinner. It was located in the center of the city, in the plaza mayor. The temperature of the ..."

Reviewed on 6 July 2026

Hotel ILUNION Mérida Palace
Alora Hotel Mérida

Alora Hotel Mérida

3 out of 5
Paseo de las Artes y los Oficios, 15 Mérida Badajoz
The price is AU$96 per night from 21 July to 22 July
AU$96
21 July - 22 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Merida. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Amphitheatre of Merida and Circo Romano are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (66 reviews)
"“Excellent stay! The hotel was clean, comfortable, and very well maintained. We were pleasantly surprised by the amazing breakfast and truly appreciated the thoughtful welcome gift upon arrival. The staff at the front desk and in the lobby were exceptionally friendly, professional, and incredibly ..."

Reviewed on 21 June 2026

Alora Hotel Mérida
Akla Hotel Mérida

Akla Hotel Mérida

4 out of 5
C / Romero Leal 18 Merida Badajoz
The price is AU$136 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$136
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Merida. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and on-site spa services. Popular attractions Temple of Diana and Plaza de Espana are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (65 reviews)
"This property is very close to the Temple of Diana and a short walk to the other Roman antiquity sites, dining and the Roman bridge. Our room was tired and not as clean as it should be. The lights were unstable and the shower mechanisms are faulty. The biggest negative was the smell. When we arrived ..."

Reviewed on 17 May 2026

Akla Hotel Mérida
Parador de Mérida

Parador de Mérida

4 out of 5
C/Almendralejo, 56 Merida Badajoz
The price is AU$188 per night from 14 July to 15 July
AU$188
14 July - 15 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Merida. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Parador de Mérida
Hotel Velada Mérida

Hotel Velada Mérida

4 out of 5
Avenida Reina Sofia, s/n Merida Badajoz
The price is AU$99 per night from 12 July to 13 July
AU$99
12 July - 13 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Merida. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very good! (489 reviews)
"Great property and service"

Reviewed on 17 June 2026

Hotel Velada Mérida
Hotel Nova Roma

Hotel Nova Roma

3 out of 5
Calle Suárez Somonte 42 Merida
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$86 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$86
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Merida. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Portico del Foro and Temple of Diana are ...
8.2/10 Very good! (59 reviews)
"An easy walk to the most wonderful museum."

Reviewed on 22 June 2026

Hotel Nova Roma
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Our guide on where to stay in Merida Old Town

Find the best Merida Old Town areas for the activities you enjoy most.

La Dehesilla

When in La Dehesilla, you can plan a visit to Puente Romano and Alcazaba, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Polígono Industrial Cepansa

Polígono Industrial Cepansa might not have many top sights, but Puente Romano and Plaza de Espana are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

La Heredad

La Heredad might not have many top sights, but Puente Romano and Plaza de Espana are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Barriada Carrión

While there might not be top attractions in Barriada Carrión, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Puente Romano and Plaza de Espana.

Carcesa

Though Carcesa may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Puente Romano and Plaza de Espana.



Merida Old Town Travel Guide

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