Your stay — Hotel Posada Principal
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Posada Principal, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on higher floors (4-6) near the back of the hotel (away from Calle 58) for a quieter stay. These rooms are likely to be less exposed to street noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first three floors, especially those near the service entrance or Calle 58, as they may be noisier due to foot traffic and potential construction noise.
Best views
Unfortunately, the hotel's address on Calle 58 doesn't offer a particularly scenic view, but rooms on higher floors may have a view of the surrounding cityscape.
Quietest floors
4-6
🔊 Noise notes
Be prepared for potential noise from the street, as Calle 58 is a main road in Mérida. The hotel's location near the city center means you'll be close to attractions, but also exposed to some street noise.
Insider tips
Consider requesting a room with a balcony or a higher floor to enjoy a slightly better view and a bit more peace. Take advantage of the hotel's proximity to Calle 58 by walking to nearby restaurants, shops, and cultural attractions, but be mindful of potential street noise.
- 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 — Hotel Posada Principal
free throughout the hotel, 10 Mbps speed, no login constraints
serves all floors, but historic section on the top floor has stairs-only access
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) on all devices, print newspapers available in lobby
check-in from 15:00, late check-out until 13:00, late check-out fee of 500.00 MXN
available at front desk, 10.00 MXN per bag per day
step-free access, wheelchair entries at main entrance and rear entrance, some rooms have structural limitations
onsite parking available, 150.00 MXN per night, nearest public car park 5 minutes walk (50.00 MXN per day), no EV charging available
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 22.00 MXN per person per night, mandatory
Deposit & card hold: deposit of 1000.00 MXN at check-in, incidental card hold of 500.00 MXN
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
Elektra — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Parque de San Cristobal — 204 m · ~3 min walk
Museo de la ciudad de Mérida, Antiguo Edifico de Correos — 690 m · ~9 min walk
Teatro Daniel Ayala — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Banco Azteca — 536 m · ~7 min walk
Farmacias Similares — 367 m · ~5 min walk
Oxxo — 323 m · ~4 min walk
Terminal de Autobuses de Oriente (Segunda Clase) — 355 m · ~4 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Mexican Peso, MXN
You can exchange currency at local banks (Banamex, Banco Santander) or currency exchange offices (Casa de Cambio) for a slightly better rate than at the airport or tourist bureaus. Be aware that rates at airports and tourist areas tend to be poorer.
Credit cards (Visa, Mastercard) and debit cards are widely accepted in Calle 58, Mérida. However, cash is still preferred for small purchases and street vendors.
Tipping is around 10-15 pesos (0.50-0.75 USD) for good service in restaurants, and 5-10 pesos (0.25-0.50 USD) for hotel staff and taxi drivers.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A typical cheap coffee can be found at a local café for around 15-20 pesos (0.75-1 USD)
Street food and market stalls near the town square offer affordable lunch options for around 50-70 pesos (2.50-3.50 USD) per meal
A budget dinner at a local restaurant can cost around 80-120 pesos (4-6 USD) for a main course
The cheapest eats can be found in the nearby Mercado de San Lucas and the surrounding streets
Superama and Chedraui are common supermarket chains in the area
You can find affordable shopping at local markets, such as the Mercado de San Lucas and Calle 60, or at street stalls near the town square
A day pass for public transportation in Mérida costs around 27 pesos (1.35 USD), and the cheapest way to get to Calle 58 from the airport is by taking the ADO bus (around 50 pesos, 2.50 USD)
Avoid exchanging money at the airport or tourist areas, as rates are poorerUse public transportation instead of taxis for shorter distancesEat at local markets or street food stalls for a more affordable dining option
Good to know — Mérida
Type A/B · 127V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ MX$17.51 · 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 Hotel Posada Principal
🕒 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 walk — pharmacy · Farmacias Similares — 367 m · ~5 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.
About Mérida
Wikipedia ↗
Mérida (Spanish pronunciation: [ˈmeɾiða] ; Yucatec Maya: Joꞌ) is the capital of the Mexican state of Yucatán, and the largest city in southern Mexico. The city is also the seat of the eponymous municipality. It is located slightly inland from the northwest corner of the Yucatán Peninsula, about 35 k...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hotel Posada Principal?
Request rooms on higher floors (4-6) near the back of the hotel (away from Calle 58) for a quieter stay. These rooms are likely to be less exposed to street noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Posada Principal?
Avoid rooms on the first three floors, especially those near the service entrance or Calle 58, as they may be noisier due to foot traffic and potential construction noise.
Is Hotel Posada Principal noisy?
Be prepared for potential noise from the street, as Calle 58 is a main road in Mérida. The hotel's location near the city center means you'll be close to attractions, but also exposed to some street noise.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Posada Principal?
Unfortunately, the hotel's address on Calle 58 doesn't offer a particularly scenic view, but rooms on higher floors may have a view of the surrounding cityscape.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Posada Principal?
Consider requesting a room with a balcony or a higher floor to enjoy a slightly better view and a bit more peace. Take advantage of the hotel's proximity to Calle 58 by walking to nearby restaurants, shops, and cultural attractions, but be mindful of potential street noise.
What time is check-in at Hotel Posada Principal?
Check-in at Hotel Posada Principal is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Posada Principal have Wi-Fi?
free throughout the hotel, 10 Mbps speed, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Posada Principal?
22.00 MXN per person per night, mandatory
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Posada Principal?
Street food and market stalls near the town square offer affordable lunch options for around 50-70 pesos (2.50-3.50 USD) per meal
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Posada Principal?
A day pass for public transportation in Mérida costs around 27 pesos (1.35 USD), and the cheapest way to get to Calle 58 from the airport is by taking the ADO bus (around 50 pesos, 2.50 USD)
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.