Barrio de Santiago Travel Guide
Mérida
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Popular places to visit
Casa Frederick Catherwood
Study a collection of 19th-century images of jungle-covered ancient ruins, which provided historians with a wealth of knowledge about the Mayans.
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.
Progreso Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Progreso Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Mérida. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Mérida Cathedral
Visit chapels and survey impressive works of religious art inside this ancient church, an imposing building in the historical center of Merida.
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.
Top hotels in Barrio de Santiago
Hotel Unknown
The wifi in our room was a bit spotty but we were able to use one from another room with no problems. The staff is amazing wifi is really not going to keep me from staying there again. Breakfast was good as well. Beds are comfy.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Casa Loreto 1893
Staff is friendly, property is clean. About 10 free car parking spots are available in the hotel premises. Food at the hotel restaurant is good but pricey as compared to another hotel restaurant. They sell beer at 80 Peso while gas station was selling at 26 Peso. I understand the reason for higher ...
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Hotel Ambassador Merida
the room was clean and the bed comfortable. The shower was very weak and it didn't always have hot water.
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Hotel Casa 57
The property is clean and beds are very confortable. My only two complains are: 1. the elevator was not working 2. the shower had not hot water at all, so we had to bathe in cold water and the water also pooled up, as the drain did not function properly.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Hotel El Cid Merida
It’s a fairly cheap place, so what you’re not paying for is cleanliness. The hotel is quite dirty and old, with mold everywhere; the hot shower works only when it feels like it and barely has any water pressure, etc. Again, that’s the price you pay for saving money. If you’re okay with that, go ahead. ...
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Art 57 Hotel - Adults Only
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Other neighbourhoods around Barrio de Santiago
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.
Santa Lucia
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Santa Lucia and surrounding area, you can visit Plaza Grande and US Visa Applicant Service Center.
San Juan
Though San Juan may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like US Visa Applicant Service Center and Plaza Grande.
Zona Paseo Montejo
While visiting Zona Paseo Montejo, you might make a stop by sights like Paseo 60 and Paseo de Montejo.
García Ginerés
When in García Ginerés, you can plan a visit to Paseo 60 and Monument to the Fatherland, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Itzimná
Itzimná might not have many top sights, but Paseo 60 and Monument to the Fatherland are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
