Mérida Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Paseo de Montejo featuring night scenes and a monument
Montejo House showing a garden
Pyramid of the Magician which includes heritage architecture
Dzibilchaltun Ruins showing interior views and heritage elements
Casa Montes Molina Museum featuring heritage elements, interior views and a house

Where to stay in Mérida

Merida Cathedral showing heritage architecture and night scenes

Mérida Centro

5/5(13 area reviews)

Mérida Centro is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Plaza Grande and US Visa Applicant Service Center while you're in town.

Mérida Centro
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Chelem

If you're spending some time in Chelem, Chelem Park is a top sight worth visiting.

Chelem
Anthropology and History Museum featuring heritage architecture

Zona Paseo Montejo

While visiting Zona Paseo Montejo, you might make a stop by sights like Paseo 60 and Paseo de Montejo.

Zona Paseo Montejo
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Chicxulub Puerto

Travellers like the beaches in Chicxulub Puerto, and Playa Uaymitun is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Chicxulub Puerto
Uxmal Archaeological Site which includes heritage elements as well as a couple

Uxmal

Historical sites, archaeological sites and restaurants are some highlights of Uxmal. Make a stop by Pyramid of the Magician or Uxmal Archaeological Site while you're exploring.

Uxmal
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Puerto Yucalpetén

While Puerto Yucalpetén may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Progreso Beach and Progreso Pier.

Puerto Yucalpetén
Gamma Mérida El Castellano

Gamma Mérida El Castellano

3.5 out of 5
Calle 57 NO. 513 62 x 64, Col. Centro, Mérida, YUC
The price is AU$120 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
AU$120
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Mérida. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Clean room great staff"

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

Gamma Mérida El Castellano
Residence Inn by Marriott Merida

Residence Inn by Marriott Merida

3 out of 5
Calle 3-A No 272 X 20 A, Colonia Xcumpich, Mérida, YUC
The price is AU$176 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
AU$176
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Mérida. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,113 reviews)
"Excellent night stay, personnel was very friendly and highly commited to attend our needs. Definitively, I will come back."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Residence Inn by Marriott Merida
ibis Styles Merida Galerias

ibis Styles Merida Galerias

3 out of 5
Calle 3 num 218, Ñ * 24 y 60, Colonia Xcumpich, Mérida, YUC
The price is AU$118 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
AU$118
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Mérida. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the overall value in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,219 reviews)
"Good location"

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2025

ibis Styles Merida Galerias
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Extended Suites Merida Siglo XXI

Extended Suites Merida Siglo XXI

3 out of 5
Calle 20-A #284 Int. X 5-B y17, Col. Revolución, Mérida, YUC
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Mérida. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (601 reviews)
"The hotel is a bit older, but was very nice as I was able to get a top floor and did not have loud neighbors with barking dogs. At night there is minimal road noise and no loud clubs playing music until 3 am. The room was very clean and had no bugs. AC and heat functioned well. The staff were very ..."

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025

Extended Suites Merida Siglo XXI
Moreira Hotel Boutique

Moreira Hotel Boutique

3.5 out of 5
474 C. 60 Centro, Mérida, Yuc.
Stay at this 3.5-star condo in Mérida. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Paseo de Montejo and Plaza Altabrisa ...
9/10 Wonderful! (44 reviews)
"Nice place to stay at , walkable places"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Moreira Hotel Boutique
Villas Paraiso

Villas Paraiso

3 out of 5
Temozón Norte, Mérida, Yuc.
Stay at this 3-star villa in Mérida. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions La Isla Mérida Cabo Norte and Paseo de Montejo are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (31 reviews)
"It is a beautiful and safe place, friendly staff, I just wish there was more utensils in the kitchen. I warn you that is kind a far from downtown and a car is needed. But definitely worth what you pay for it."

Reviewed on 19 Apr 2025

Villas Paraiso
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Mérida

4.7
Top destination
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5 - Excellent 70%
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

We can’t wait to come back to Mérida!! One day..

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Very safe town also at night. Cleanliness of city is a standout. Friendly people. Always worth a visit and return!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

One of the most beautiful cities on earth, with a rich heritage of culture and historical architecture. Put this one on your bucket list.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Mérida is a beautiful city and hope to be back sometime soon

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