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Casa La Ermita, Charming Restored Colonial in Historic Centro

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Property grounds
1 bedroom, Internet, bed sheets
Outdoor dining
Pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Merida, MEX
  • Place, US Visa Applicant Service Center
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Mérida Cathedral
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Plaza Grande
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Merida, Yucatan (MID-Manuel Crescencio Rejon Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

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About the area

Mérida

With a stay at this vacation home, you'll be centrally located in Mérida, within a 5-minute drive of Mérida Cathedral and Paseo de Montejo. .This vacation home is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from U.S. Consulate General Mérida and 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from Yucatan International Convention Center.
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What's nearby

  • US Visa Applicant Service Center - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mérida Cathedral - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Plaza Grande - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Parque Santa Lucía - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • U.S. Consulate General Mérida - 14 min drive - 4.4 km

Getting around

  • Teya-Merida Station - 30 min drive
  • Mérida International Airport (MID) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Lavé - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Kombuchería - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Autogiro Ermita Cantina - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Ermita Cantina - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Lonchería Ligia - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Casa La Ermita, Charming Restored Colonial in Historic Centro

This is a beautifully restored colonial house in the tranquil historic neighborhood of La Ermita, standing on one of the oldest cobblestone streets in the great city of Merida. The house is centrally located nine blocks from Merida's colorful main square, nine blocks from the splendid main market, and only steps away from lovely La Ermita Park and the neighborhood's botanic garden.

The house is ideal for a couple, a cozy home with original Yucatecan doors and windows, skylights, and dazzling pasta tile floors. A generous covered outdoor dining area opens out to a patio, pool, and garden. A charming staircase leads you up to a sunny roof terrace. The large, renovated kitchen is bright, fully equipped, and cook friendly, with a dishwasher and ample storage. The master bedroom has a walk-in closet, and the modern bathroom includes a shower large enough for two. The original 18' high ceilings help keep all the rooms cool and airy.

Due to the staircase and the depth of the pool, the house may not be suitable for small children.

Upon your arrival, you will be greeted by a representative from our management company, who will help you to settle in and answer any questions you may have about the house and about the city. Airport transportation can also be provided. If you choose to rent a car, parking is readily available on the street at all times, directly in front of the house.

We invite you to make yourself at home here, and hope you will enjoy the house while you are exploring this vibrant, unique, lovely city and all the wonderful surrounding areas.


Keywords: House
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a private pool. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Casa La Ermita Charming Restored Colonial in Historic Centro

Casa La Ermita, Charming Restored Colonial in Historic Centro Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Darrell B.

Liked: Cleanliness
We booked three different properties for our two week visit to Mérida - this was the second of the three and it should have been the only one. For future trips to Mérida we will definitely be looking for this one to be available.There was absolutely nothing wrong with this property and the glowing reviews are all accurate. The photos in the listing do not do the place justice - it is remarkably beautiful and the back yard is a peaceful oasis to spend sunny afternoons. Communication with both the owners and with the property managers was excellent.You are close enough to the Cathedral and a couple of large markets to walk there, and there are several other places of interest also within easy walking distance. No car is needed, which was good because our car rental fell through when we arrived.In short, it is my opinion that you will be very happy to have chosen to stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marsha L.

Liked: Cleanliness
If you are looking for old world charm, this is the place for you. We loved our week stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelle D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Brain Status: off

This stay was everything my husband and I needed to slow down, soak up some sun, marvel at nature, and feel transported back in time. The sounds of the horses clopping down the old brick road at night was such an enchanting bonus! The little accommodations like the market bags, array of books, and yoga equipment were so thoughtful. Merida made us fall in love and we can't wait to come back to experience more of the Yucatan state.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terri N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sweet stay!

Charming and clean, loved the architecture and design elements. Owners and property management crew were very helpful and informative. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stan V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent Stay

you dont have to look any farther than this villa its private enough and still close to everything no complaints what so ever pictures dont do it any justice thank you Derrick and Teresa for sharing your amazing home with us we will be back
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanie J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Will be returning soon!

An absolutely lovely stay in a fantastic home. This isn’t a house, it really is a home. It’s in a neighborhood where horses clop by and the bread man rides his bike by every afternoon blowing a whistle to announce himself. The place is beautiful with everything you need and more. The communication with the owners and property manager was great. I didn’t have hot water one day and it was fixed within hours. I was met at the house by Jess who gave me a tour and even had a six pack in the fridge. I love the stay and will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roman M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Privacy I expected

All of the amenities for a comfortable stay. Good space in all rooms. Very nice back yard to relax. Stays cool on hot days.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Location, Clean & Beautifully Maintained

The photos do not do the property justice; it’s a beautiful space with high ceilings and great breezeways (in addition to the three AC units). I was very comfortable despite the heat. Jesus - the property manager - was extremely helpful and communicative as well. The house is about a 15 min walk to the plaza grande but there are numerous gems in between - art galleries, cafes, and cantinas. It was the perfect home base for my week in Merida.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Veronica F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our stay

This our second time staying at La Ermita house. Always a pleasure because we enjoye our visit. The house is comfortable and beautiful. Jesus and Derrick are great. Unfortunately we had to cut our stay short due to an emergency, but I sicerelt recommended it
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

leith d.

Liked: Cleanliness

Magnífica!

Great apartment with lots of space and high ceilings! Very clean, with well equipped kitchen and covered patio overlooking the garden and pool. Has a nice little grocery store about a block away and a new restaurant down the block. Located in a very residential area about a 15 minute walk from the grand plaza so recommended for those who enjoy a walk.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely get away in Merida

Peaceful , comfortable and beautiful home in Merida . Gorgeous indoor and outdoor living . Well equipped kitchen and bath with all you need for a home away from home stay. The outdoor plunge pool and surrounding foliage and garden was very peaceful and a great reprieve from the hot Merida temperature during our visit. ( heat wave in March 102 deg F). Management team extremely responsive and kind. Owners notes and guide to the home extremely thorough and helpful . Close to many activities and Centro. People of Merida kind and very helpful . My husband and enjoyed our visit to this home !
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Muy bueno!!

What a special place. Absolutely beautiful restored colonial in a very pleasant neighborhood. The pool is perfect on a hot day.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Younan J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Mérida

Everything in Casa Ermita was as described: great location, professional property management team, comfortable home - especially the bed! My favorite time of the day was breakfast on the terrace every morning. Traffic noise during the day is a reality, so is the barking dog next door and the piercing sound from someplace but that’s part of living in an authentic neighborhood in Mérida!
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noreen M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Merida

Casa La Ermita was exactly as described and absolutely filled with Merida charm. One of the reason we came to Merida was because of a North American TV show called House Hunters International. They featured Merida and the beautiful homes in Centro and Casa La Ermita lived up to our expectations. The patio area is a paradise in itself with the architectural arches and plunge pool that was used daily. The location was great and in the 2 weeks we spent there we used a taxi once as we found walking was no problem to get around. Merida is a beautiful city and our accommodations added to our amazing time there. The owners and the property manager were very nice and easy to communicate with and we’re very helpful. Upon arrival, after which had been a very long and hot day of travel, we did not get the house until late where the very kind and helpful Jesús met us to show us around the house and also had a 6 pack of cold beer waiting for us which was so appreciated. We would definitely rent Casa La Ermita again. Noreen & Reinhard Canada 🇨🇦
Stayed 17 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful House in a Central Location

We loved our 2-week stay at this comfortable, beautifully restored historic home in central Mérida! It felt like our home away from home while we explored Yucatán. We had excellent communication with the property managers! Before we arrived, the owners sent us a thorough house guide and recommendations for things to do in the city, which made us feel welcome and comfortable upon arrival. The housekeeper met us when we arrived to orient us to the house, and then he was very responsive to messages when we had questions. The house is spacious and comfortable. We enjoyed many meals in the large kitchen, which has a good supply of pans, utensils, and supplies. We also loved hanging out on the large back patio and in the pool on hot days! The living room and bedroom were comfortable and equipped with AC to keep the rooms cool. We could hear some noise from the street outside, but we found it negligible once we closed the bedroom doors at night. Everything was very clean, and we had plenty of linens and house supplies. The house's wifi connection works well for general browsing and sending emails, but it wasn't enough for video calls, streaming, or more than one person working. The house is about 3/4 mile from Centro Historico, and less than 1/4 mile from La Ermita or Parque San Juan for street tacos, snacks, or people-watching. Overall, an amazing place to see local life in Mérida and explore the region! Highly recommend!
Stayed 16 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jaime G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just as advertised, but better

Amazing stay. We had a very pleasant week there, and as stated above, the property is just as it looks, well maintained and with attention to detail. I thank the property management folks, every was impeccable and Jesus was always ready to address our questions. Definitely would recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jadwiga S., Vancouver, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness

Old charm

Very charming place, only a short walk (about 10 min) to the main plaza. The only minus is the street is a bit noisy (buses) so if you are a light sleeper it could be a problem. Very responsive and generous owners. Thank you Derrick!
Stayed 25 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent Stay!

This was a beautiful place to land in Merida. Our communication with Andy was exceptional. Truly a lovely place. The owner was concerned about possible noise from an ice cream producer behind the house. We found it negligible. Very safe and enjoyable visit. Would highly recommend it!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nickole W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful retreat

This beautiful home was a great way to spend our 13 day stay. We learned real fast that it was just a short walk to so many shops and food with a beautiful park. Downtown was unique and everyone so friendly. Met the neighbors who were wonderful. The road is pretty busy, the backyard was like a retreat and relaxing. My mom is a chef and absolutely loved the kitchen and cooking in it. The owners and property manager were wonderful.
Stayed 13 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Don H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good traditional place with nice plunge pool

This property is about a 20 minute walk from Mérida’s main plaza area with its abundance of restaurants and attractions. Nearby there is less on offer, but within a few blocks you can find a market, a small convenience store, a small bakery, and a tiny cafe. A five minute walk will get you to Parque San Juan from which it’s an inexpensive 30 to 50 peso taxi ride to most of Mérida Centro. The house itself is provided with all the essentials one expects and the immediate neighborhood is good for strolls. The back patio and plunge pool are perfect when hiding from afternoon heat. We’d be happy to stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Surprising Merida

A bit off the beaten path, this lovely property is within walking distance to Plaza Grande (about 3/4 mile). Although the neighborhood looks a little gritty, we felt completely safe at all hours of the day/night. The people of Merida are very friendly and after some exploring we found several nice places to eat within several blocks around Plaza Grande. Our property manager arranged for a driver to visit Chichen Itza and, on the way home, one of the thousands of Senote that dot the Yucatan for a refreshing swim. The friendliness, affordability and interesting history and architecture combine to make this a very fun vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pamela and Robert L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming casa in great location

The property is spacious and nicely decorated. Kitchen, bedroom and bathroom all open out onto a delightful private terrace with a small pool and pretty plantings. There were plenty of towels and linens, a large shower and plenty of hanging room for clothes. It was approximately a ten minute walk to the main square - in fact we easily walked everywhere we wanted to go. The owners were very responsive and helpful and we would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laurie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Sanctuary in the Middle of a Busy City.

This beautiful house is in a great location, within easy walking distance to the center of town. The house is even more beautiful than the pictures on the site. When my husband and I visited, it was in the high 90f and the house remained a comfortable temp. It has beautiful tile floors and ceilings that have to be 16 feet high! The host and the property manager, Andy were wonderful to deal with. Andy was quick to respond with any questions even regarding local pastry! Merida is a gem of a city and the local people are very welcoming. We are so glad we visited.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Edward T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great House in Ermita

We had a lovely stay at this well-equipped colonial house in the Ermita part of the historic Centro. Convenient to everything in town and beyond. We spent the week seeing Merida, Campeche, Itzamal, Valladolides and the extraordinary Mayan ruins of the Yucatan. Always happy to come back to the lovely house and pool i. the evenings.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amber D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exceeded expectations!

This beautiful property is even more beautiful than the pictures portray. The location just south of centro is excellent and we managed easily on foot and with very low-cost Uber. The owners have outfitted this property exceptionally well. Our comfort and enjoyment of this historical home added to our vacation experience well beyond what we expected.
Stayed 12 nights in Nov 2021