What is Merida Old Town like?

Merida Old Town is an historic neighbourhood that travellers like for its theatre scene and museums. Are you looking for Merida Old Town travel tips? Make sure that you visit Roman Theatre and National Museum of Roman Art while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in Merida Old Town?

Based on our traveller data, Hotel ILUNION Mérida Palace is one of the top choices for your stay in Merida Old Town. This hotel offers a restaurant and a fitness centre. Other good options for your stay in the neighbourhood include Akla Hotel Mérida and Alora Hotel Mérida .

How many hotels should I expect to find in Merida Old Town?

If you're searching for places to stay in Merida, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 49 Merida Old Town hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Merida Old Town, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals in Merida Old Town.

What is there to do around this Merida neighbourhood?

Roman Theatre, Temple of Diana and Amphitheatre of Merida are some local landmarks to explore in Merida Old Town. National Museum of Roman Art and Plaza de Espana are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. Portico del Foro, Los Columbarios and Casa de Mitreo are just a few of the places to visit in and around Merida Old Town. When you're sightseeing in Merida, Interpretation Center Las VII Sillas and Alcazaba are also worth a stop.

How can I get around Merida Old Town and the greater Merida area?

If you want to venture out of town, Mérida Station is the closest train station. You can also catch a ride at Merida (QWX-Merida Train Station).

Top 10 Merida Old Town Hotels of 2026

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Our top choices for Merida Old Town hotels

A grand staircase with ornate white arches and columns, leading to a higher level.

1. Hotel ILUNION Mérida Palace

Merida Old Town

Tracey

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A poolside area with lounge chairs and potted plants.

2. Alora Hotel Mérida

Merida Old Town

Halyna

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A lobby with a large potted tree, marble flooring, and a statue.

3. Hotel Nova Roma

Merida Old Town

James

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a wall-mounted light, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a chair and a small table.

4. Hotel Vettonia

Merida Old Town

Patrick

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A landscaped garden with a fountain, steps, and various potted plants.

5. Parador de Mérida

Merida Old Town

Geoffrey

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A traditional fountain with a tiled basin and a hanging lantern.

6. La Flor de Al-andalus

Merida Old Town

Victor

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel with a large central building, a swimming pool, and a parking lot.

7. Hotel Velada Mérida

Merida Old Town

Lei

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by lounge chairs and a white fence.

8. Hotel Zeus

Merida Old Town

Olga

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a mirror, and decorative wall art.

9. Piedra de Luna

Merida Old Town

Pierre

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A spacious atrium with a high ceiling, a central seating area with a glass table, and a large tree with white flowers.

10. Akla Hotel Mérida

Merida Old Town

Kourtney

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

11. Alora Apartamentos Mérida

Merida Old Town

vanessa

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wardrobe, a chair, and a mirror.

12. Hostal Pompeya

Merida Old Town

meghan

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A modern interior with a geometric black metal partition, a sofa, a dining table, and chairs.

13. Apartamentos Petronila 1881

Merida Old Town

Jason

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A bedroom with a large bed, a woven throw blanket, and a view of the outside through an open door.

14. Lupercas Apartamentos Turísticos

Merida Old Town

Cosmin

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A row of closed metal garage doors with a concrete wall and a tiled sidewalk.

15. Apartamentos Lumael

Merida Old Town

MARIADELMAR

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A bedroom with a large bed, a chair, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

16. Hostal Las Abadias

1.6 km from Merida Old Town

Cristina

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A hotel with a pool, a curved building, and a sign reading "EL FAMNO".

17. AZZ Mérida Medea

Bellavista, 2.1 km from Merida Old Town

Joao

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A clear blue pool with a white fence, palm trees, and a building with a glass facade.

18. Hotel ILUNION Las Lomas

2.6 km from Merida Old Town

David

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A mosaic floor with a central figure, a pool area, and a red and white wall.

19. Hotel Rural Termas Aqua Libera

14.4 km from Merida Old Town

Lorraine

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A rural setting with two white buildings with red roofs, a paved road, and a hilly landscape in the background.

20. Albergue peregrinos El Carrascalejo

12.2 km from Merida Old Town

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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Compare popular hotels in Merida Old Town

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Apartamentos Petronila 1881	2.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 37 reviews	View
Alora Apartamentos Mérida	3.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 22 reviews	View
Alora Hotel Mérida	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 91 reviews	View
Hotel ILUNION Mérida Palace	5.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
Akla Hotel Mérida	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 70 reviews	View

Where to stay in Merida Old Town

Find the best Merida Old Town areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Distrito 6

Distrito 6 is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can plan an outing to Puente Romano and Plaza de Espana while you're in town.

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Barriada Carrión

While there might not be top attractions in Barriada Carrión, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Puente Romano and Plaza de Espana.

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Ancient stone ruins with arches, set against a dramatic sunset sky.

San Antonio

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in San Antonio and surrounding area, you can visit Puente Romano and Plaza de Espana.

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Ancient ruins with columns and a theater.

El Prado

While El Prado isn't home to many top sights, Acueducto de los Milagros and Puente Lusitania are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Polígono Industrial Cepansa

Polígono Industrial Cepansa might not have many top sights, but Puente Romano and Plaza de Espana are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Top Merida Old Town Hotel Reviews

Alora Hotel Mérida

10/10 Excellent

"Todo nuevo, todo súper limpio. Buen aire acondicionado. Tiene parking a precio razonable. Relativamente cerca de los lugares para visitar. Todo realmente bien"