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Aparthotels & serviced apartments in Mérida

10 stays · 6 aparthotels and 4 serviced apartments

Aparthotels and serviced apartments are a good match for Mérida because the city rewards a slower pace. It is the capital of Yucatán state in Mexico and a base for Maya sites, cenotes and the Gulf coast, so many visitors stay a week or more and use the city as a hub for day trips. A kitchen helps with market shopping, a living area gives you somewhere cool to retreat from the afternoon heat, and extra space suits families and groups.

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Where to stay in Mérida

Centro Histórico

  • first-time visitors
  • culture
  • walking

The Centro Histórico is the colonial heart of the city and centres on the Plaza Grande, beside the cathedral and colonial-era mansions. Wikivoyage calls Sunday at the Plaza Grande perhaps the most charming time in Mérida, with closed streets, free concerts, traditional dances and local vendors. It is the most convenient base for museums and evening strolls.

Stays in or near Centro Histórico

Paseo de Montejo

  • evening walks
  • architecture
  • couples

Paseo de Montejo is the tree-lined avenue of grand henequen-era mansions, described by Wikivoyage as ideal for evening strolls. Traditional horse-drawn carriages, called calesas, offer tours along it. It makes a pleasant base if you want to walk in the evening, with the centre still close.

Stays in or near Paseo de Montejo

Mercado Lucas de Gálvez and La Mejorada

  • markets
  • local life
  • long stays

The area around the Mercado Lucas de Gálvez, which Wikivoyage describes as Mérida's central market, is a practical base for self-catering stays. The market is across the street from the Museum of the City, and the neighbourhood of La Mejorada is listed as the location of several museums.

Getting around Mérida

Manuel Crescencio Rejón International Airport is about 7.6 km south-west of the city centre and has non-stop flights from all regions of Mexico and international services including Houston and Miami, according to Wikivoyage. The Tren Maya railway links Mérida with Cancún, Tulum and Campeche, with the Mérida station at Teya, about 8 km east of the city according to Wikipedia; Wikivoyage says an IE-TRAM electric bus connects the Paseo 60 bus station with Teya. Long-distance buses use several terminals, with the main one centrally located.

Inside the city, the municipal Va y Ven bus system, which Wikipedia says launched in 2024, needs a Va y Ven transit card on most routes. Private buses, taxis and e-hailing apps such as Uber and DiDi are widely available. Calesas offer tours along Paseo de Montejo.

Living in Mérida for longer

For weeks rather than days, shop at the Mercado Lucas de Gálvez for everyday groceries. Wikivoyage notes the cool Gulf breezes in the evening, when many residents spend time outdoors, and residents traditionally follow a siesta schedule to avoid the heat. Free weekly concerts and performances take place in downtown parks.

Mérida works as a base for trips: Chichén Itzá, Dzibilchaltún, Mayapán and cenotes on the Ruta de los Cenotes are all within reach, and Wikivoyage says Progreso beach is about thirty minutes to the north. For relocation, see our guide to serviced apartments for relocation.

When to visit Mérida

Mérida has a hot tropical savanna climate. Wikipedia gives average highs ranging from about 31 degrees Celsius in December to 36 degrees in May, with the rainy season running from June through October. Wikivoyage gives daytime temperatures of roughly 24 degrees in January and about 35 degrees in June.

Events include Mérida Fest throughout January, Carnaval from mid-February to early March and the Festival de las Ánimas around Day of the Dead, according to Wikivoyage. Winter is the cooler period, and Wikivoyage notes that many people are busiest in the mornings to beat the heat.

Founded in 1542 on the site of the Maya settlement of Ti'ho, Mérida is known as the White City for the limestone used in colonial facades, and it has twice been named American Capital of Culture. Its 2020 census population was 921,770, according to Wikipedia. If you are comparing accommodation, our guides to what an aparthotel is and aparthotels versus hotels explain the differences.

Long-stay tips for Mérida

Of the 10 properties here, 1 list a laptop-friendly workspace, 4 include some form of housekeeping and 5 have a 24-hour front desk. If you are staying more than a few nights, compare the facts box on each property page first.

9 properties list a full kitchen and 1 only a kitchenette, so check the room type if you plan to cook more than simple meals.

Where room sizes are published, the median apartment here is 29 m².

Moving for work? Our guide to serviced apartments for relocation explains what to look for.

Aparthotel brands in Mérida

You will find these brands here: Residence Inn (1).

Other cities in Mexico

Planning a longer trip? See aparthotels in Mexico City, Tulum, Playa del Carmen, Guadalajara, Puerto Vallarta, Cancún, Isla Mujeres and Oaxaca City.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Mérida?

The Centro Histórico around the Plaza Grande is best for first visits and walking. Paseo de Montejo is a tree-lined alternative, and the area near the Mercado Lucas de Gálvez suits self-catering.

How do I get from Mérida airport to the city?

Manuel Crescencio Rejón International Airport is about 7.6 km south-west of the centre according to Wikivoyage, and taxis and e-hailing apps such as Uber and DiDi are available in the city.

Is there a train to Mérida?

Yes. The Tren Maya serves Mérida at Teya station, about 8 km east of the city, with routes towards Cancún, Tulum and Campeche.

When is the best time to visit Mérida?

Wikipedia gives average highs of about 31 degrees Celsius in December against 36 degrees in May, and a rainy season from June through October.

What day trips can I make from Mérida?

Chichén Itzá, Dzibilchaltún, Mayapán and the cenotes along the Ruta de los Cenotes are all within reach, and Progreso beach is about thirty minutes north.

How many aparthotels are there in Mérida?

We currently list 10 aparthotel and serviced apartment properties in Mérida.

Do aparthotels in Mérida have kitchens?

10 of the 10 properties we list have a kitchen or kitchenette in at least one apartment type.

Which aparthotel brands operate in Mérida?

Residence Inn.

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