Barrio de Santiago
Mérida
Visit Barrio de Santiago
Popular places to visit
Casa Frederick Catherwood
Study a collection of 19th-century images of jungle-covered ancient ruins, which provided historians with a wealth of knowledge about the Mayans.
Paseo de Montejo
Walk down this beautiful tree-lined avenue for a little taste of all the things that make Mérida such a charming place to visit.
Progreso Beach
Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Progreso Beach, a popular beach in Mérida. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Plaza Grande
Locals stop for friendly chats and large shady trees line the paved walkways. This main square is truly the heart of downtown Merida.
Mérida Cathedral
Visit chapels and survey impressive works of religious art inside this ancient church, an imposing building in the historical center of Merida.
Yucatan International Convention Center
Learn about the events happening at Yucatan International Convention Center during your trip to Mérida. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Things to do
Chichen Itza, Private Cenote/Food Experience & the magic Izamal
Chichen Pueblos Magicos,Izamal,Valladolid & Nool Ha Cenote Day Trip
Uxmal + Chocolate Museum ChocoStory
From Merida: Chichen Itza Tour, Izamal, Cenote Ik Kil and Food
Chichen Itza, Cenote & Izamal Magic Town with Buffet Lunch from
Barrio de Santiago Hotel Deals
Casa Loreto 1893
Everything was done right. Beautiful setting - great garden and pool . True Oasis close to the action in Mérida . Great value
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026
Hotel Unknown
Spacious room, friendly staff. Clean and simple breakfast Quiet location but not too far from Centro.
Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026
Hotel Ambassador Merida
the room was clean and the bed comfortable. The shower was very weak and it didn't always have hot water.
Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026
Hotel El Cid Merida
I didn’t have the chance to see the pool, but I was told it was nice. The hotel is quite simple and could be made more attractive. There are other nearby options at a similar price that feel more welcoming. The parking area was dirty, and although the room was okay, there was no hot water. What stood ...
Reviewed on Oct 15, 2025
Art 57 Hotel - Adults Only
Lovely little Hotel with Garden feel. Room was cute and had a great hot shower ( a rarity it seems). Nice easy location, friendly staff. Coffee was good breakfast was ok. Included. I'd gladly stay again.
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026
Hotel Casa Azuli
Kind helpful staff, clean, comfortable.
Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Barrio de Santiago
Mérida Centro
Mérida Centro is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Paseo de Montejo or Plaza Grande.
Santa Lucia
While there might not be top attractions in Santa Lucia, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Plaza Grande and US Visa Applicant Service Center.
San Juan
While San Juan isn't home to many top sights, US Visa Applicant Service Center and Plaza Grande are some notable places to visit nearby.
Zona Paseo Montejo
While visiting Zona Paseo Montejo, you might make a stop by sights like Paseo de Montejo and Paseo 60.
García Ginerés
When in García Ginerés, you can plan a visit to Paseo 60 and Casa Montes Molina Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Itzimná
Itzimná might not have many top sights, but Paseo 60 and Monument to the Fatherland are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
