Yaxché Travel Guide
Mérida
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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
Mérida: Panoramic Sightseeing Tour Bus Ticket with 2 Routes
Las Coloradas, Río Lagartos and Playa Cancunito Tour from Mérida
Tour to Uxmal Kabah and Chocolate Museum from Mérida
4 Cenotes Tour in Homún all inclusive from Merida
Uxmal and Kabah Ruins Tour with Chocolate History
Motul, Hacienda, Xcambo, Pink Salt Mine & Progreso Day Trip
Top hotels in Yaxché
Fiesta Americana - Merida
"The rooms were clean and the beds were very comfortable. The restaurant on site offered delicious breakfast and dinner entrees. We had two rooms, and one problem common to both was the climate control/air conditioning system was difficult to control. One room was a bit too warm, and the other too ..."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Hotel El Español Paseo de Montejo
"falta matenimiento"
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Gran Hotel Panamericana Merida
"Breakfast. Food and staff were excellent"
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Hyatt Place Merida/Via Montejo
"Everyone and everything was perfect for the 2 weeks we were there. However, the only minor issue I would say that has nothing to do with staff but rather infrastructure, are the ac units (not bad enough to complain about though) .They sit above the door, inside the ceiling behind the vent. And it ..."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Merida
"Well located, clean and friendly staff"
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026
Hyatt Regency Merida Hotel
"Clean rooms but relatively small. Breakfast buffet over priced. Overall nice hotel. Good location. Safe to walk with family."
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Yaxché
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.
