Sayil Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Progreso Beach

Progreso Beach

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Progreso Beach, a popular beach in Mérida. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Progreso Beach
Paseo de Montejo featuring night scenes and a monument

Paseo de Montejo

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Walk down this beautiful tree-lined avenue for a little taste of all the things that make Mérida such a charming place to visit.

Paseo de Montejo
Merida Cathedral which includes a church or cathedral, a sunset and heritage architecture

Mérida Cathedral

5/5(6 reviews)

Visit chapels and survey impressive works of religious art inside this ancient church, an imposing building in the historical center of Merida.

Mérida Cathedral
Yucatan International Convention Center

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.

Yucatan International Convention Center
Celestún Beach

Celestún Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Celestún Beach during your travels in Mérida?

Celestún Beach
Uxmal Archaeological Site showing heritage elements

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.

Uxmal Archaeological Site

Activities

Chichen Pueblos Magicos,Izamal,Valladolid & Chichikan Cenote Day Trip

Chichen Pueblos Magicos,Izamal,Valladolid & Nool Ha Cenote Day Trip

NZ$129
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Chichen Pueblos Magicos,Izamal,Valladolid & Nool Ha Cenote Day Trip
Cenote Yuum Kimil

4 Cenotes Tour in Homún all inclusive from Merida

NZ$111
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
4 Cenotes Tour in Homún all inclusive from Merida
Mayan Train Adventure Chichen Itza Cenote and Izamal

Mayan Train Adventure Chichen Itza Cenote and Izamal

NZ$168
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mayan Train Adventure Chichen Itza Cenote and Izamal
Las Coloradas, Río Lagartos and Playa Cancunito Tour from Mérida

Las Coloradas, Río Lagartos and Playa Cancunito Tour from Mérida

NZ$134
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Las Coloradas, Río Lagartos and Playa Cancunito Tour from Mérida
Turibus Panoramic Sightseeing Tour of Merida

Panoramic Sightseeing Tour of Merida

NZ$13
per adult
Panoramic Sightseeing Tour of Merida
Hacienda & Cenote Mucuyche

Mérida: Hacienda & Cenote Mucuyche Guided Tour

NZ$218
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Mérida: Hacienda & Cenote Mucuyche Guided Tour
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Our pick of the best Sayil Hotel Deals

The Lodge At Uxmal

The Lodge At Uxmal

4.5 out of 5
In heart of Archeological Park of Uxmal, Highway Merida-Campeche Km78, Santa Elena, YUC
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury lodge in Santa Elena. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Pyramid of the Magician and Nunnery ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (203 reviews)
"Un lugar fenomenal, mágico y espiritual ! El personal muy amables, la atención fue extraordinaria inolvidable. Sin duda alguna deseamos visitar pronto nuevamente ese hermoso lugar con su gente atentos cordiales."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

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The Lodge At Uxmal
Uxmal Resort Maya

Uxmal Resort Maya

3 out of 5
Carretera Merida-Campeche Km. 78, Muna, YUC
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Muna. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (757 reviews)
"We loved that this was so close to many areas we went and saw."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

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Uxmal Resort Maya
Cielo y Selva Tekax

Cielo y Selva Tekax

2.5 out of 5
Calle 51 entre 102 y 104, Tekax, YUC
Stay at this hotel in Tekax. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (66 reviews)
"The pace was great, really nice and clean, but the staff was micromanaging all activities. We felt like being watch at all times. Also the "included breakfast" was mediocre we did not have breakfast in the hotel once."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2024

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Cielo y Selva Tekax
Hotel Mundo Maya Nuevo Uxmal

Hotel Mundo Maya Nuevo Uxmal

3 out of 5
Cam. a San Felipe, Ejido Calkiní y Hda, S/N, Santa Elena, YUC
The price is NZ$249 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
NZ$249
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Santa Elena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Governors Palace and House of the Turtles are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (7 reviews)
"Excellent Hotel. Love it."

Reviewed on 14 June 2025

Hotel Mundo Maya Nuevo Uxmal
Hacienda Uxmal Plantation & Museum

Hacienda Uxmal Plantation & Museum

3.5 out of 5
At the heart of the archaeological park, Santa Elena, YUC
The price is NZ$398 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
NZ$398
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star spa resort in Santa Elena. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
"Beautiful property well situated to lots of attractions (pyramids, planetarium, eco-park/museum) but the restaurant staff ranges from mostly disinterested to somewhat dishonest (pretty obviously did not bring back correct change, helping herself to a very nice tip) and as other travelers have noted ..."

Reviewed on 16 Dec 2024

Hacienda Uxmal Plantation & Museum
Hotel Plaza

Hotel Plaza

3 out of 5
Calle 23, 202, Ticul, YUC
The price is NZ$65 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
NZ$65
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Ticul. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attraction Plaza de la Cultura is located nearby.
7.8/10 Good! (137 reviews)
"Nice place, nice people"

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Sayil

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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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.

San Juan
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
Casa Frederick Catherwood which includes art and interior views

Barrio de Santiago

While visiting Barrio de Santiago, you might make a stop by sights like Casa Frederick Catherwood and Merida English Library.

Barrio de Santiago
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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
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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