Chenkú Travel Guide
Mérida
Popular places to visit

Progreso Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Progreso Beach, a popular beach in Mérida. 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.
Top hotels in Chenkú

Villa Mercedes Merida, Curio Collection by Hilton
Very clean and a lovely environment. The staff and personnel were very kind, helpful, and professional.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Hotel El Español Paseo de Montejo
Nice place
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Gran Hotel Panamericana Merida
The staff is ultra-professional and friendly, and the hotel is in an amazing location. My partner and I felt very taken care of by the team. The room was super spacious, and the bed was very comfortable. Nothing really to complain about. When I called about a plumbing issue in the shower, they fixed ...
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

Fiesta Americana - Merida
Room was very nice and staff was very helpful
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Gamma Mérida El Castellano
Clean room - nice amenities
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

ibis Styles Merida Galerias
Yes
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Chenkú

García Ginerés
When in García Ginerés, you can plan a visit to Paseo 60 and Casa Montes Molina Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Zona Industrial
If you're spending some time in Zona Industrial, Plaza Galerias Mall and Great Museum of the Maya World are top sights worth seeing.

Xcumpich
Visitors to Xcumpich enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Plaza Galerias Mall is worth a stop.

Colonia Campestre
While Colonia Campestre may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Paseo de Montejo and Paseo 60.

Barrio de Santiago
While visiting Barrio de Santiago, you might make a stop by sights like Casa Frederick Catherwood and Merida English Library.

Zona Paseo Montejo
While visiting Zona Paseo Montejo, you might make a stop by sights like Paseo 60 and Paseo de Montejo.
