Santa Lucia Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Santa Lucia
Popular places to visit
Paseo de Montejo
Walk down this beautiful tree-lined avenue for a little taste of all the things that make Mérida such a charming place to visit.
Progreso Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Progreso Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Mérida. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Mérida Cathedral
Visit chapels and survey impressive works of religious art inside this ancient church, an imposing building in the historical center of Merida.
Yucatan International Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Yucatan International Convention Center during your trip to Mérida. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Plaza Grande
Locals stop for friendly chats and large shady trees line the paved walkways. This main square is truly the heart of downtown Merida.
Uxmal Archaeological Site
Learn about the local history of Santa Elena with a stop at Uxmal Archaeological Site. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the local chocolate shops and restaurants.
Activities
Chichen Itza, Private Cenote/Food Experience & the magic Izamal
Chichen Pueblos Magicos,Izamal,Valladolid & Nool Ha Cenote Day Trip
Las Coloradas, Río Lagartos and Playa Cancunito Tour from Mérida
Mérida: Panoramic Sightseeing Tour Bus Ticket with 2 Routes
Mérida Food Tour: Markets and Street Flavors
From Merida: Chichen Itza Tour, Izamal, Cenote Ik Kil and Food
Our pick of the best Santa Lucia Hotel Deals
Gamma Mérida El Castellano
This hotel is well located, and has on-site parking which is a rarity around there. The staff were friendly, most especially the valet who does a wonderful job and seems to genuinely enjoy doing it. Room was good. I found near the entrance had a strong perfume smell, but was fine once you got past ...
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express Merida Centro by IHG
This is a very outdated and ugly hotel. The only thing good about it is the location. Rooms messy, lighting terrible throughout, AC noisy, dining room ugly and dirty.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Hotel Santa Lucía
Very nice, basic hotel with an excellent location and friendly staff
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Hotel Santa María Mérida
My stay was perfect in every way. The room was comfortable and clean with the expected amenities. The pool was a good size and depth, a great way to beat the heat of the afternoon. Staff were very friendly and responsive to any issues. The hotel itself is within walking distance of many restaurants, ...
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Hotel Maya Yucatán
Hotel Maison del Embajador
El hotel esta muy bien ubicado en el centro de merida, cerca de la plaza santa Lucia. Pero las instalaciones no son tan modernas, a las habitaciones les hace falta una renovacion. Seria bueno tambien que instalaran una zona con un microondas y mini refrigerador y un distribuidor de agua fria, caliente, ...
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Lucia
Mérida Centro
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.
Barrio de Santiago
While visiting Barrio de Santiago, you might make a stop by sights like Casa Frederick Catherwood and Merida English Library.
San Juan
Though San Juan may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like US Visa Applicant Service Center and Plaza Grande.
Zona Paseo Montejo
While visiting Zona Paseo Montejo, you might make a stop by sights like Paseo 60 and Paseo de Montejo.
García Ginerés
When in García Ginerés, you can plan a visit to Paseo 60 and Casa Montes Molina Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Itzimná
Itzimná might not have many top sights, but Paseo 60 and Monument to the Fatherland are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
