Hotels in Merida, Yucatan

The colonial city of Merida is the largest city in Mexico's Yucatan peninsula. Although Merida is located inland and not on the gulf and Caribbean coastlines that draw most visitors to this area, it is full of cultural attractions and makes a great base for exploring the rest of the peninsula. From Merida, it is easy to visit the pyramids of Chichen Itza and the coastal town of Celestun, with its famous flamingo reserves. Merida is a historic city that is best explored on foot, and many of the best hotels are located within the historic core.

The Hotel Colonial

The Hotel Colonial is in the heart of Merida and has 73 rooms that are decorated in a contemporary colonial style. The hotel offers free Wi-Fi, color cable television, air conditioning and safety boxes for all guests. A swimming pool is located in the courtyard, and an on-site bakery and breakfast cafe is on the street level. The Hotel Colonial also puts you in easy walking distance to many dining, shopping and nightlife options, as well as the main plaza of Merida, the Plaza Mayor.

Hotel Colonial
476 Calle 62
Mérida, (Yucatan) 97000, Mexico
01 999 923 6444‎
www.hotelcolonial.com.mx

Hotel Casa De Las Columnas

The Hotel Casa De Las Columnas is a colonial mansion that has been converted to a guest house and boutique hotel. It is located in the historic Santiago district, close to the Parque Centenario and the natural history museum. The hotel offers 11 rooms that are each named after a famous person from Mexican history. It also has a poolside bar in the central courtyard. The Hotel Casa De Las Columnas is about 10 blocks from the central downtown area, and the walk is rich in architectural treasures.

Hotel Casa De Las Columnas
Calle 59 #636 Entre 80 y 82 C.P.
Merida (Yucatan), 97000, Mexico
01 999 924 9301‎
casadelascolumnas.com

Hotel Casa del Balam

The Hotel Casa del Balam is an art deco mansion just two blocks from the Plaza Mayor in central Merida. The hotel has three room types, an outdoor swimming pool, a parking lot, a silver shop and a bistro all on site. From the hotel, it is an easy walk to the University of the Yucatan, many art galleries in the area and to the attractions in downtown Merida.

Hotel Casa del Balam
488 Calle 57
Mérida (Yucatan) 97000, Mexico
01 999 924 8844‎
hotelcasadelbalam.com

Article Written By Vincent Madrone

Based in San Francisco, Vincent Madrone is a professional freelance travel writer and voiceover artist. He has written extensively for online and print publications, including USA Today Travel Tips, A to Z World Travel and Viva Travel Guides. Madrone also writes health-related articles for various online publications.

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