🇲🇽 Merida, Mexico

Hotel El Arca

★★ 2-star hotel

📍 524, Calle 48, Merida

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Your stay — Hotel El Arca

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Faith & Dietary Nearby

  • Church: Iglesia de San Cristobal (243 m · ~3 min walk)
  • Church: Catedral de San Ildefonso (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
  • Church: Templo de la Candelaria (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
  • Church: Templo San Juan de Dios (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)

Local Lifestyle & Recreation

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Shopping

Elektra — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk

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Walking & Running

Parque de San Cristobal — 204 m · ~3 min walk

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Museums & Galleries

Museo de la ciudad de Mérida, Antiguo Edifico de Correos — 690 m · ~9 min walk

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Theatres & Concerts

Teatro Daniel Ayala — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk

5-Minute Radius Essentials

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Nearest ATM

Banco Azteca — 536 m · ~7 min walk

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Nearest Pharmacy

Farmacias Similares — 367 m · ~5 min walk

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Convenience Store

Oxxo — 323 m · ~4 min walk

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Nearest Transit

Terminal de Autobuses de Oriente (Segunda Clase) — 355 m · ~4 min walk

Good to know — Merida

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Plugs & power

Type A/B · 127V

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Tap water

not safe — drink bottled

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Currency

$1 ≈ MX$17.5 · MXN

Emergency Contacts

Merida
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Ambulance / Medical
065
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Fire Department
065

078

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

Where to Eat

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Starbucks coffee_shop
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Mi Viejo Molino coffee_shop
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Pizza Hut pizza
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
4
Piattino italian
££
🚶 12 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
5
Drive Inn Local
££
🚶 15 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Hey Joe! Local
££
🚶 18 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Eladios Local
££
🚶 21 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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El Takañón steak_house;tacos
££
🚶 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 Hotel El Arca

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

🧭 First things nearby: cash · Banco Azteca — 536 m · ~7 min walkpharmacy · Farmacias Similares — 367 m · ~5 min walk

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Getting Around

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ADO Bus from Cancun to Merida $10-$20 USD

Cancun International Airport (CUN) → Merida Central Bus Station

💡 Buy tickets in advance to ensure availability, and be prepared for potential delays.

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Colectivo from Cancun to Merida $20-$30 USD

Cancun International Airport (CUN) → Merida

💡 Colectivos are a cost-effective and relatively efficient option, but be prepared for a potentially bumpy ride.

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Taxi from Cancun International Airport $40-$60 USD

Cancun International Airport (CUN) → Casa Estrella, Merida

💡 Negotiate the price before you start driving to ensure you get a fair rate.

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Rental Car from Cancun International Airport $40-$80 USD per day

Cancun International Airport (CUN) → Casa Estrella, Merida

💡 Renting a car gives you flexibility, but be aware of Mexico's strict traffic laws and parking regulations.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Top Attractions in Merida

Parque de Santa Lucía Free

💡 The park is particularly lively on Sundays, when locals gather for live music and street food.

Casa de Montejo Free

💡 Be sure to explore the adjacent Alcaldía (town hall) building, which offers stunning views of the city.

Mérida Market Free

💡 Try to visit on a weekday morning to avoid the weekend crowds and higher prices.

Museo de la Ciudad de Mérida Free

💡 The museum offers free guided tours, but be sure to book in advance to ensure availability.

Plaza Grande Free

💡 Visit early in the morning or late in the evening to avoid the crowds and heat.

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