San Benito Travel Guide
Mérida
Visit San Benito
Popular places to visit
Progreso Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Progreso Beach, a popular beach in Progreso. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Paseo de Montejo
Walk down this beautiful tree-lined avenue for a little taste of all the things that make Mérida such a charming place to visit.
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.
Plaza Grande
Locals stop for friendly chats and large shady trees line the paved walkways. This main square is truly the heart of downtown Merida.
Mérida Cathedral
Visit chapels and survey impressive works of religious art inside this ancient church, an imposing building in the historical center of Merida.
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.
Things to do
Motul, Hacienda, Xcambo, Pink Salt Mine & Progreso Day Trip
Shore Excursion: The Wonders of Progesso with Beach, Food & Drink
Mérida: Panoramic Sightseeing Tour Bus Ticket with 2 Routes
Las Coloradas, Río Lagartos and Playa Cancunito Tour from Mérida
Top hotels in San Benito
Tecnohotel Beach
"Todo está muy bien , los baños un poco antiguos pero en general todo muy bien , la chica de los masajes es una maga me quito el dolor del nervio ciático , lo único poco mal es que se escucha mucho cuando tienes huéspedes enseguida ."
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Casa Bul-Kay's- Where Confort Meets Consierge Care
Hotel Playa Linda
"I had a wonderful week-long stay at Playa Linda Hotel. Super clean, super friendly, super safe. The people who work there, and in the nearby areas, are kind and thoughtful. Grocery is incredibly close, fancy restaurants and simple delicious food as well. Perfect location on the beach. Palapas available ..."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Reef Yucatan Hotel and Convention Center All Inclusive
"I really wanted to like this place but the place is falling apart. Food was terrible, bedsheets had stains, and the towels should be replaced long time ago. Staff was nice and attentive but everything else falls short of a roach motel."
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Tecnohotel Casa Villamar
"Hotel from 1925 very good kept. Clean and nice seating out door area only stayed for one night (Tuesday) the restaurant only opens Thursday- Sunday"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Hotel Scappata
"Lindo pero caro para lo es"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Where to stay in San Benito
Mérida Centro
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.
Chelem
If you're spending some time in Chelem, Chelem Park is a top sight worth visiting.
Chicxulub Puerto
Travellers like the beaches in Chicxulub Puerto, and Playa Uaymitun is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Zona Paseo Montejo
While visiting Zona Paseo Montejo, you might make a stop by sights like Paseo de Montejo and Casa Montes Molina Museum.
Chuburna Puerto
You might consider checking out Chelem Park while you're exploring Chuburna Puerto and the larger Progreso area.
