Mérida Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Paseo de Montejo featuring night scenes and a monument
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

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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 Paseo de Montejo and Plaza Grande while you're in town.

Mérida Centro
Sunset at Chelem Beach #lifeatexpediagroup #tlotravel #porqueviajares #becausetravellingis

Chelem

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

Chelem
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Zona Paseo Montejo

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

Zona Paseo Montejo
Cumulonimbus, Nube de tormenta en la playa

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 Uxmal Archaeological Site or House of the Turtles while you're exploring.

Uxmal
Modernized ancient meals were interesting and well worth a try. #troverfoodies

Santa Lucia

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Santa Lucia and surrounding area, you can visit Plaza Grande and US Visa Applicant Service Center.

Santa Lucia
Villa Mercedes Merida, Curio Collection by Hilton

Villa Mercedes Merida, Curio Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
Av. Colon 500, Colonia Centro Mérida YUC
The price is NZ$134 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
NZ$134
3 Mar - 4 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Mérida. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,037 reviews)
I recently stayed at Villa Mercedes Curio Collection by Hilton and overall the experience was okay. The common areas and amenities appear to have been recently remodeled, which gives the hotel a modern and more upscale look. The lobby and shared spaces feel refreshed and inviting. However, the guest ...

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Villa Mercedes Merida, Curio Collection by Hilton
Gran Hotel Panamericana Merida

Gran Hotel Panamericana Merida

4 out of 5
59 por 52 y 54 Col. Centro Mérida YUC
The price is NZ$235 per night from 28 Feb to 1 Mar
NZ$235
28 Feb - 1 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Mérida. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Paseo de Montejo and Plaza Altabrisa are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (207 reviews)
Hotel is very clean. Great staff and very accommodating. Rooms had lots of closet space, nice towels, good AC, quiet, and a variety of choices at breakfast. Used Uber and Taxis to get around. Lots of activity around the square where the Casa de Montejo is. Caught a children parade as part of the ...

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Gran Hotel Panamericana Merida
Fiesta Americana - Merida

Fiesta Americana - Merida

4 out of 5
Paseo Montejo No. 451 Mérida YUC
The price is NZ$279 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$279
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Mérida. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,194 reviews)
It is a beautiful building. Our room had a French balcony. Looks like the hotel is very old so rooms are dated and corridors very stark with no art. Rooms were clean and comfortable, staff were friendly. We had a club room so had access to the lounge. Food was plenty but not particularly good. Lots ...

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Fiesta Americana - Merida
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 Mérida YUC
Stay at this aparthotel in Mérida. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (737 reviews)
Very nice

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Extended Suites Merida Siglo XXI
CASA BUDDHA CHELEM

CASA BUDDHA CHELEM

3 out of 5
C. 21 SN Entre 152 y 154 Frente C.Maeva Progreso YUC
Stay at this cabin in Progreso. Enjoy free parking, 3 outdoor pools and a garden. Popular attraction Chelem Park is located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (15 reviews)
Owners, and everyone who runs this place were amazing, its a family own and operated, they are truly caring, friendly and super attentive to anything we needed. We loved our stay💖

Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

CASA BUDDHA CHELEM
Suites del Sol

Suites del Sol

2 out of 5
Calle 58 por 39 y 41 Mérida YUC
Stay at this aparthotel in Mérida. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, cable TV channels and housekeeping. Popular attractions Paseo de Montejo and Plaza Altabrisa are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (53 reviews)
Muy buen lugar

Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

Suites del Sol
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

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Top destination
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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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