Mérida

Mérida is a large colonial city with many beautiful churches and museums to explore. Accommodation ranges from boutique city hotels, to elegant and historic haciendas in the surrounding countryside which also provide a glimpse of rural life.

Our preferred accommodation

Casa Azul

City hotel - Mérida
A beautiful boutique option in the centre of Mérida (close to the Paseo de Montejo). The décor is luxurious and yet discreet. There is a small swimming pool and restaurant. Great attention to detail has gone into the property and staff are particularly accommodating.
Casa Lecanda

City hotel - Mérida
A restored traditional Yucatecan home which mixes original Meridian style with touches of European luxury. Two blocks from the Paseo de Montejo, Casa Lecanda provides a good location for exploring the city (only fifteen minutes from the airport). There is a small private swimming pool at the back and good service.
Hacienda San José

Hacienda - 40 minutes from Mérida
A spacious property, set in an historic plantation house with pretty gardens. There is a lovely chapel with 18th century murals, a large pool with loungers and plenty of patio space. The atmosphere at the hacienda is relaxed.
Hacienda Santa Rosa

Hacienda - 1 hour from Uxmal
A beautiful hacienda, dating from 1850 that has been lovingly restored maintaining many original features. The entrance is lined with palm trees and leads to the main house which has a welcoming terrace overlooking the gardens. There are 2 pools, a water tower and good restaurant.
Hacienda Xcanatún

Hacienda - 20 minutes from Mérida
An 18th century sisal-producing hacienda which opened in January 2000 after 5 years of work recovering and renovating the original buildings which had been abandoned in the 1980s. Many original features have been maintained and it is a mix of historic, traditional and contemporary elements. Suites are set around tropical gardens and there are two pools and a spa, a TV room and excellent restaurant.