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Posada Casa Sol

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부동산 — Posada Casa Sol

Posada Casa Sol in Mérida is a converted colonial townhouse with high ceilings, cool tiled floors, and a small courtyard garden. It feels lived-in and quiet, not slick, with worn wooden furniture and a faint smell of coffee from the breakfast nook. The USP is genuine local warmth and walking distance to Plaza Bolívar and the cable car. It suits travellers who want a no-fuss base for hiking and city wandering, not luxury or parties.

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Merida 연대기

Mérida was founded in 1558 by Spanish captain Juan Rodríguez Suárez, on the ruins of a Mucular indigenous settlement. Its colonial core was rebuilt after earthquakes, giving it compact plazas and whitewashed churches like the Catedral de Mérida. The 20th-century arrival of the Universidad de Los Andes turned it into a lively student city with a bookshop-and-café culture. Today it balances colonial architecture with modern murals and a strong Andean identity. The city is also the launch point for Venezuela’s highest cable car, Teleférico de Mérida, heading to Pico Espejo.

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최고의 달

December and January for clear dry-season skies and cool mountain air, plus fewer rain interruptions for hiking. February is also solid, with the Feria del Sol bringing extra energy without overwhelming crowds.

Peak / Festival Surge 근처 오락거리

July is peak for domestic tourism when school holidays send Venezuelan families to the mountains. Hotel prices jump by 20–30% and the cable car queues can hit 2 hours. The Feria del Sol (February) and Semana Santa (Easter week) are smaller peaks with higher rates.

Budget Shoulder 시즌

March and November offer dry-ish weather, thinner crowds, and 10–15% lower rates. November has occasional rain but clearer views of the Sierra Nevada. September is also quiet but wetter.

날씨 & 포장

Mérida sits at 1,600m so afternoons can be hot (28°C) but evenings drop below 15°C — dramatic day-night swing. Pack layers: a fleece or wool jumper for evenings and a waterproof shell for sudden mountain showers.

City Briefing 근처 오락거리 — Merida

  • The Teleférico de Mérida resumed full service in late 2025 after repairs on the Mukumbarí station; expect scheduled maintenance closures on weekdays in July 2026.
  • A new night bus (línea 02) now runs from Plaza Bellavista to the cable car base every 30 minutes until 10pm, easing previous taxi scarcity after dark.
  • The municipal market (Mercado Principal) reopened in March 2026 after a fire in 2024; it’s back to full stall operation but street vendors outside remain chaotic.

Your Perfect Room

✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026

Before you check in to Posada Casa Sol, here's what to know about choosing the right room.

Best rooms to request

Request a room on floors 2 or 3 at the rear of the building (facing away from the street). These floors are high enough to avoid ground-level noise but low enough for stable water pressure and temperature.

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Rooms to avoid

Avoid rooms on floor 1 (street-side) — the restaurant/bar downstairs and foot traffic on the street cause noise until late. Also skip any room near the lift shaft; the motor is audible at all hours.

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Best views

The best view is from a rear-facing room on floor 3 or 4 overlooking the internal courtyard or the lower rooftops and hillsides beyond Mérida's skyline. Street-facing rooms just get car rooftops and shop awnings.

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Quietest floors

Floors 2 and 3 are the quietest, especially if positioned away from the main road. The 4th floor may be quieter still but check for rooftop equipment or water-tank hum.

🔊 Noise notes

Mérida's main street (Calle 24) has moto-taxis and buses from early morning until past midnight. The building's thin colonial-style walls and single-glazed windows amplify street noise. Ground-floor bar music and chair scraping carry up through the tiled floors.

Insider tips

1. Park on the side street (Calle 23) for free after 6pm and move your car before 8am to avoid a ticket. 2. Ask at check-in for a ‘cortesía’ of a filtered water bottle — this hotel usually provides one from the front desk, saving you 2–3 bolivars per refill.

How to request your preferred room:
  1. Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
  2. Add a note in your booking comments field
  3. Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available

호텔 시설 — Posada Casa Sol

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Wi-Fi

Free high-speed WiFi (approx 50 Mbps) with Password provided at check-in; one device per guest, but can reconnect additional devices on same login

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Lift / Elevator

No lift. 3-storey colonial building with stairs only; ground-floor rooms available on request

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Media & Newspapers

No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand. Guests may request a printed local paper (El Nacional) at reception for a small fee

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Check-in / Check-out

Check-in from 14:00 to 22:00; early bag drop available from 09:00 if room not ready; late checkout fee of 30% of nightly rate until 14:00, then full night if after 14:00

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Baggage Storage

Free for early arrivals and late departures on day of stay; no long-term storage offered

Accessibility

No step-free access. Street entrance has one step; no ramp or lift. Ground-floor rooms have low thresholds but not wheelchair-accessible. Limited mobility guests advised to contact hotel in advance

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Parking

No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is Parking Centro (Calle 60 entre 53 y 54), 250,000 VES per night; no valet. No EV charging available

수수료, 세금 & 예금

City / tourist tax: None

Deposit & card hold: 50% of total stay charged at booking; a 500,000 VES (estimated Bs. 500,000) hold on credit or debit card at check-in for incidentals

Faith & Dietary 근처 오락거리

  • Church: Iglesia Perpetuo Socorro (69 m · ~1 min walk)
  • Church: Iglesia Santisimo (328 m · ~4 min walk)
  • Church: Iglesia Belén (559 m · ~7 min walk)
  • Church: Basílica Menor de la Inmaculada Concepción (575 m · ~7 min walk)

지역 라이프 스타일 & 레크리에이션

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Shopping

C.C. Mediterráneo — 348 m · ~4 min walk

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Walking & Running

Plaza Belén — 561 m · ~7 min walk

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Museums & Galleries

Antigua Casa de los Gobernadores — 263 m · ~3 min walk

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Theatres & Concerts

Centro Cultural Tulio Febres Cordero — 470 m · ~6 min walk

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Kids & Family

Colegio Arzobispo Silva — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk

5분 라디오 필수

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Nearest ATM

Nearest — 927 m · ~12 min walk

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Nearest Pharmacy

Farmacia Apolo — 160 m · ~2 min walk

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Convenience Store

Desing & Mobile — 819 m · ~10 min walk

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Nearest Transit

Buses a Ejido — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk

돈 & 통화

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Local currency

Venezuelan Bolívar, VES

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Where to exchange

Change US dollars or euros at local exchange houses (casas de cambio) in the city centre for better rates; avoid the airport and official tourist bureaux, which give poor rates.

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Cards & contactless

Credit/debit cards are not widely accepted in Mérida; carry enough cash in small denominations for most purchases, especially in markets and local eateries.

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Tipping etiquette

No mandatory tipping; leave 10% in restaurants if service is good, round up taxi fares, and tip hotel staff a few bolívares for carrying bags.

식사, 쇼핑 & 여행에 대한 예산

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Cheap coffee

A small black coffee from a street stall or basic café costs about 10–15 VES.

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Best-value lunch

A set menu lunch (almuerzo ejecutivo) at a local eatery costs around 40–60 VES.

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Affordable dinner

A main course at a budget restaurant typically runs 50–80 VES.

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Street food & cheap eats

Head to the main plaza (Plaza Bolívar) or along Avenida 4 for arepas, empanadas, and grilled chorizo from street carts.

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Budget groceries

Supermercado Central, Abasto Bicentenario, and local bodegas are common.

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Affordable clothes

Clothes shopping is best at the Mercado Principal or along Calle 24, where you can find affordable basics and local clothing.

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Cheapest way around

Local buses cost about 5–10 VES per ride; get from the airport to the city centre by a shared taxi (about 100 VES) or public bus (15 VES).

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Money-saving tips

Eat set lunch menus rather than ordering à la carte; buy water and snacks from small shops rather than tourist spots; use public buses instead of taxis for trips within the city.

Emergency Contacts

Merida
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Police
171
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Ambulance / Medical
171
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Fire Department
171

Venezuela uses a single emergency number, 171, for police, ambulance, and fire services. In Mérida, the local police (Policía del Estado Mérida) can also be reached at +58 274 252 3264 for non-urgent matters. For tourist assistance, contact Corpoturismo Mérida at +58 274 252 4042.

💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.

Where to Eat

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Pastelitos San Benito Local
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Pizzeria El Sabor El Mundo de los Quesos pizza
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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El Rincón Trujillano Local
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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La Fonda de Tía Mila Local
££
🚶 12 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
5
Le Petit Paris Local
££
🚶 15 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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El Mar Local
££
🚶 18 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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La Chistorra Bar & Restaurante steak_house
££
🚶 21 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Fogara Café Local
££
🚶 24 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome

💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Merida, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.

Your arrival at Posada Casa Sol

🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.

🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 927 m · ~12 min walkpharmacy · Farmacia Apolo — 160 m · ~2 min walk

🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →

주위를 둘러보는

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Bus 1 (Terminal–Centro) 0.10 USD

Terminal de Mérida (bus station) → Plaza Bolívar (near Hotel La Terraza)

15 min · Every 10–15 minutes · 06:00–20:00

💡 Flag it down on Avenida 4: the sign says 'Terminal–Centro'. Pay the driver in cash (coins or small bills). Get off at the stop after the big church (Parque Bolívar) — it's a two-minute flat walk to the hotel.

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Bus 2 (Mucumbají–La Parroquia) 0.10 USD

Teleférico Station (Mucumbají) → Avenida 3, near Hotel La Terraza

8 min · Every 20–30 minutes · 06:00–18:00

💡 Use this bus after the cable car ride — it drops you three blocks from the hotel on Avenida 3. Wave it down anywhere on the main road. Don't expect a schedule; it comes when it's full.

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Local Taxi (yellow plate) 1 USD

Anywhere in central Mérida → Hotel La Terraza

5 min · On demand · Daytime (find at Plaza Bolívar rank)

💡 Avoid taxis parked directly outside hotels — they charge double. Walk to the Plaza Bolívar rank (two blocks away) and agree a flat fare. For short trips, just pay 3,000 VES or 300,000 VES if using local currency.

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Airport Taxi (ALBERTO's) 10 USD

Alberto Carnevalli Airport (MRD) → Hotel La Terraza, Mérida

20 min · On demand · 24/7 (pre-arrange for late arrivals)

💡 Negotiate the fare before getting in — standard rate is about 250,000–300,000 VES (as of mid-2025). The driver will wait at arrivals; look for a blue vest with 'ALBERTO's' written on it.

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Merida 소개

Wikipedia ↗
Merida, Venezuela — city travel guide

Mérida, officially known as Santiago de los Caballeros de Mérida, is the capital of the municipality of Libertador and the state of Mérida, and is one of the main cities of the Venezuelan Andes. It was founded in 1558 by Captain Juan Rodríguez Suárez, forming part of Nueva Granada, but later became ...

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Population 199,878
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Founded 1558

자주 묻는 질문

What are the best rooms at Posada Casa Sol?

Request a room on floors 2 or 3 at the rear of the building (facing away from the street). These floors are high enough to avoid ground-level noise but low enough for stable water pressure and temperature.

Which rooms should I avoid at Posada Casa Sol?

Avoid rooms on floor 1 (street-side) — the restaurant/bar downstairs and foot traffic on the street cause noise until late. Also skip any room near the lift shaft; the motor is audible at all hours.

Is Posada Casa Sol noisy?

Mérida's main street (Calle 24) has moto-taxis and buses from early morning until past midnight. The building's thin colonial-style walls and single-glazed windows amplify street noise. Ground-floor bar music and chair scraping carry up through the tiled floors.

Which rooms have the best views at Posada Casa Sol?

The best view is from a rear-facing room on floor 3 or 4 overlooking the internal courtyard or the lower rooftops and hillsides beyond Mérida's skyline. Street-facing rooms just get car rooftops and shop awnings.

What are insider tips for staying at Posada Casa Sol?

1. Park on the side street (Calle 23) for free after 6pm and move your car before 8am to avoid a ticket. 2. Ask at check-in for a ‘cortesía’ of a filtered water bottle — this hotel usually provides one from the front desk, saving you 2–3 bolivars per refill.

What time is check-in at Posada Casa Sol?

Check-in at Posada Casa Sol is from null. Check-out is by null.

Does Posada Casa Sol have Wi-Fi?

Free high-speed WiFi (approx 50 Mbps) with Password provided at check-in; one device per guest, but can reconnect additional devices on same login

Is there a city or tourist tax at Posada Casa Sol?

None

Where can I eat cheaply near Posada Casa Sol?

A set menu lunch (almuerzo ejecutivo) at a local eatery costs around 40–60 VES.

What is the cheapest way to get around from Posada Casa Sol?

Local buses cost about 5–10 VES per ride; get from the airport to the city centre by a shared taxi (about 100 VES) or public bus (15 VES).

When is the best time to visit Merida?

December and January for clear dry-season skies and cool mountain air, plus fewer rain interruptions for hiking. February is also solid, with the Feria del Sol bringing extra energy without overwhelming crowds.

Merida 주요 관광지

Mercado Principal de Mérida Free

💡 Try the arepas rellenas from stall 47 — they stuff them with shredded beef and guasacaca for about 50 cents. Go before 11am for the best selection.

Parque Beethoven Free

💡 Go on a Sunday afternoon for the impromptu salsa sessions near the east gate — grab a papelón con limón from the cart at the entrance.

Museo de Arte Moderno de Mérida Free

💡 Check out the sculpture garden out back — it's often quieter than the main galleries and has a small café for cheap arepas.

Plaza Bolívar de Mérida Free

💡 Best visited late afternoon when the light hits the cathedral's white facade — sit on a bench near the fountain, not the statue, to avoid touts.

Jardín Botánico de Mérida Free

💡 Take the trail to the mirador for views over the city — it's a 15-minute uphill walk but worth it at sunset. Bring insect repellent.

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