🇲🇽 Mérida, Mexico
Casa Continental Hotel
📍 480, Calle 47, Mérida, 97000
Photo: official website
Your stay — Casa Continental Hotel
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Casa Continental Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor to avoid street noise from Calle 47. These floors are likely to be above the noise level of the street and will also give you easy access to the lift.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor, as they may be closer to the service entrance and could be noisier. Additionally, rooms on the lower floors may experience more traffic noise from Calle 47.
Best views
Unfortunately, the hotel's address on Calle 47 doesn't offer a clear view of a major landmark or a scenic area. However, rooms on the higher floors may have a view of the surrounding cityscape.
Quietest floors
2nd, 3rd, and 4th floors
🔊 Noise notes
Be aware that Calle 47 is a busy street, and noise from traffic and pedestrians may be audible in lower-floor rooms. The hotel's location in Mérida's city centre means that there may be some background noise from the surrounding area.
Insider tips
When checking in, ask about parking options, as the hotel may have limited parking spaces available. You may need to park in a nearby lot or on the street. Consider requesting a room with a balcony, as this may give you a bit more space and a chance to enjoy the city views.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Casa Continental Hotel
Free, 100 Mbps, no login constraints
Serves all floors, but elevator in historic section has limited access during renovation (2024-2026)
Complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader), physical newspapers available in lobby, but not in rooms
Check-in: 15:00, Check-out: 12:00, Early bag-drop available from 08:00, Late check-out: 18:00, 50 MXN fee
Available 24/7, 10 MXN per bag, per day
Step-free access, wheelchair ramps at main entrances, historic building has some narrow corridors
On-site parking available, 50 MXN per night, public car park 'Estacionamiento San Ildefonso' is nearby, 20 MXN per hour, EV charging available at on-site parking
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 15 MXN per person per night (not included in initial price)
Deposit & card hold: 150 MXN deposit required at check-in, plus 500 MXN incidental hold on credit card
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Iglesia Santa Lucía (274 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia y Rectoría El Jesús de la Tercera Orden (550 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia de Santa Ana (647 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Templo San Juan de Dios (746 m · ~9 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Plaza Internacional — 605 m · ~8 min walk
Parque de Santa Lucía — 211 m · ~3 min walk
Pinacoteca de Mérida Juan Gamboa Guzmán — 564 m · ~7 min walk
Teatro Peón Contreras — 455 m · ~6 min walk
Juegos Infantiles — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 218 m · ~3 min walk
Farmacia LAGO Centro — 769 m · ~10 min walk
Circle K — 550 m · ~7 min walk
la central — 806 m · ~10 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Mexican Peso (MXN)
Travellers can exchange currency at banks or currency exchange offices (casa de cambio) in the city centre, or use ATMs to withdraw pesos with a debit/credit card. Be cautious of poor exchange rates at airports or tourist bureaux.
Credit and debit cards are widely accepted at most restaurants, shops, and hotels, but some small vendors may only accept cash. Contactless payments and mobile pay are also common in larger cities like Merida.
Tipping in Mexico is generally 10-15% in restaurants and bars, and 5-10 pesos for taxi drivers. Hotel staff may not expect tips, but rounding up the bill or leaving a small amount is appreciated.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A typical cup of coffee can cost between 15-25 pesos at a local café or street vendor.
A street food taco or torta can cost around 20-30 pesos, while a more substantial lunch at a comedor (small eatery) might cost 50-70 pesos.
A budget-friendly dinner at a local restaurant can cost around 100-150 pesos for a main course.
The city centre and surrounding streets are lined with food stalls and vendors offering a variety of street food options.
Superama and Chedraui are two common supermarket chains in the area.
The local market (Mercado de San Ildefonso) offers a range of affordable clothing and souvenirs.
A single bus ride costs 9 pesos, and a day pass can be purchased for 35 pesos. From the airport, the cheapest option is the ADO bus (around 50 pesos) or a taxi (around 150-200 pesos).
Avoid eating at touristy restaurants, opt for street food or local eateries instead. Use public transportation or walk/bike whenever possible. Take advantage of happy hour deals at bars and restaurants to save on drinks and food.
Good to know — Mérida
Type A/B · 127V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ MX$17.5 · MXN
Emergency Contacts
Mérida911 is the main emergency number. For non-urgent tourist assistance, call 999 942 13 60. Keep a local phone or SIM for easy access.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Mérida, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Casa Continental Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 218 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia LAGO Centro — 769 m · ~10 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Calle 69 x 60 (Parque de la Mejorada) → Calle 60 x 57 (Gran Museo del Mundo Maya)
💡 These green-and-white colectivos run along 60 and 61 streets. Pay with coins; no change given. Bumpy and hot, but fine for day trips.
Manuel Crescencio Rejón International Airport (MID) → Casona 61 (Centro)
💡 Buy your ticket at the official stand inside arrivals, not from drivers outside. Fixed price to Centro, no haggling needed.
Airport terminal → Calle 67 x 68 (Centro bus station)
💡 Air-conditioned and reliable. Buy ticket at counter or machine. Get off at 'Calle 67' stop, then walk two blocks north to Casona 61.
Anywhere in Centro → Paseo de Montejo or Progreso beach
💡 DiDi often cheaper than Uber here. At airport, both are banned from pickup; walk past the taxi queue to the road or use official taxi from booth.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Casa Continental Hotel?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor to avoid street noise from Calle 47. These floors are likely to be above the noise level of the street and will also give you easy access to the lift.
Which rooms should I avoid at Casa Continental Hotel?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor, as they may be closer to the service entrance and could be noisier. Additionally, rooms on the lower floors may experience more traffic noise from Calle 47.
Is Casa Continental Hotel noisy?
Be aware that Calle 47 is a busy street, and noise from traffic and pedestrians may be audible in lower-floor rooms. The hotel's location in Mérida's city centre means that there may be some background noise from the surrounding area.
Which rooms have the best views at Casa Continental Hotel?
Unfortunately, the hotel's address on Calle 47 doesn't offer a clear view of a major landmark or a scenic area. However, rooms on the higher floors may have a view of the surrounding cityscape.
What are insider tips for staying at Casa Continental Hotel?
When checking in, ask about parking options, as the hotel may have limited parking spaces available. You may need to park in a nearby lot or on the street. Consider requesting a room with a balcony, as this may give you a bit more space and a chance to enjoy the city views.
What time is check-in at Casa Continental Hotel?
Check-in at Casa Continental Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Casa Continental Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free, 100 Mbps, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Casa Continental Hotel?
15 MXN per person per night (not included in initial price)
Where can I eat cheaply near Casa Continental Hotel?
A street food taco or torta can cost around 20-30 pesos, while a more substantial lunch at a comedor (small eatery) might cost 50-70 pesos.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Casa Continental Hotel?
A single bus ride costs 9 pesos, and a day pass can be purchased for 35 pesos. From the airport, the cheapest option is the ADO bus (around 50 pesos) or a taxi (around 150-200 pesos).
Top Attractions in Mérida
💡 Free entry, but avoid mass times (7am and 7pm) if you want to take photos. Check the small side chapel with the main altar's original paintings.
💡 Walk it early morning or late afternoon to avoid the heat and catch the best light for photos. The free walking tour runs from the main plaza at 9am.
💡 Go for a late lunch around 1-2pm, when the stalls have just restocked. The best cochinita is from stall number 7. Bring cash, as cards aren't widely accepted.
💡 On Sunday evenings from 7pm, there's a free traditional jarana dance session you can watch or join. Grab a marquesita from a street vendor near the entrance.
💡 Entry is 50 pesos (about £2). Visit on a weekday when there are fewer visitors. Ask at the ticket desk if any live trova sessions are happening that afternoon.