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Casa La Ermita, Charming Restored Colonial in Historic Centro

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
1 bedroom, Internet, bed sheets
Interior
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    Pool
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Casa La Ermita, Charming Restored Colonial in Historic Centro

This is a beautifully restored colonial house in the tranquil historic neighborhood of La Ermita, standing on one of the oldest cobblestone streets in the great city of Merida. The house is centrally located nine blocks from Merida's colorful main square, nine blocks from the splendid main market, and only steps away from lovely La Ermita Park and the neighborhood's botanic garden.

The house is ideal for a couple, a cozy home with original Yucatecan doors and windows, skylights, and dazzling pasta tile floors. A generous covered outdoor dining area opens out to a patio, pool, and garden. A charming staircase leads you up to a sunny roof terrace. The large, renovated kitchen is bright, fully equipped, and cook friendly, with a dishwasher and ample storage. The master bedroom has a walk-in closet, and the modern bathroom includes a shower large enough for two. The original 18' high ceilings help keep all the rooms cool and airy.

Due to the staircase and the depth of the pool, the house may not be suitable for small children.

Upon your arrival, you will be greeted by a representative from our management company, who will help you to settle in and answer any questions you may have about the house and about the city. Airport transportation can also be provided. If you choose to rent a car, parking is readily available on the street at all times, directly in front of the house.

We invite you to make yourself at home here, and hope you will enjoy the house while you are exploring this vibrant, unique, lovely city and all the wonderful surrounding areas.


Keywords: House

Property manager

Derrick Tseng and Teresa Mastropierro

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Casa La Ermita Charming Restored Colonial in Historic Centro

About the area

Map
Merida, MEX

What's nearby

  • US Visa Applicant Service Center - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Plaza Grande - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Mérida Cathedral - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Parque Santa Lucía - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • U.S. Consulate Merida - 6 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • Merida, Yucatan (MID-Manuel Crescencio Rejon Intl.) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Kombucheria - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante San Fer Villas - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Lonchería Poderosa - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Las Famosas Tortas de Asado - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Al sazon de Michin - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Casa La Ermita, Charming Restored Colonial in Historic Centro have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Casa La Ermita, Charming Restored Colonial in Historic Centro pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Casa La Ermita, Charming Restored Colonial in Historic Centro?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa La Ermita, Charming Restored Colonial in Historic Centro?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Casa La Ermita, Charming Restored Colonial in Historic Centro located?

Located in Mérida Centro, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of US Visa Applicant Service Center and Mérida Cathedral. Paseo de Montejo is 1.5 mi (2.5 km) away.

Casa La Ermita, Charming Restored Colonial in Historic Centro Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joanie J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Will be returning soon!
An absolutely lovely stay in a fantastic home. This isn’t a house, it really is a home. It’s in a neighborhood where horses clop by and the bread man rides his bike by every afternoon blowing a whistle to announce himself. The place is beautiful with everything you need and more. The communication with the owners and property manager was great. I didn’t have hot water one day and it was fixed within hours. I was met at the house by Jess who gave me a tour and even had a six pack in the fridge. I love the stay and will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roman M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Privacy I expected
All of the amenities for a comfortable stay. Good space in all rooms. Very nice back yard to relax. Stays cool on hot days.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location, Clean & Beautifully Maintained
The photos do not do the property justice; it’s a beautiful space with high ceilings and great breezeways (in addition to the three AC units). I was very comfortable despite the heat. Jesus - the property manager - was extremely helpful and communicative as well. The house is about a 15 min walk to the plaza grande but there are numerous gems in between - art galleries, cafes, and cantinas. It was the perfect home base for my week in Merida.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Veronica F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay
This our second time staying at La Ermita house. Always a pleasure because we enjoye our visit. The house is comfortable and beautiful. Jesus and Derrick are great. Unfortunately we had to cut our stay short due to an emergency, but I sicerelt recommended it
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

leith d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magnífica!
Great apartment with lots of space and high ceilings! Very clean, with well equipped kitchen and covered patio overlooking the garden and pool. Has a nice little grocery store about a block away and a new restaurant down the block. Located in a very residential area about a 15 minute walk from the grand plaza so recommended for those who enjoy a walk.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely get away in Merida
Peaceful , comfortable and beautiful home in Merida . Gorgeous indoor and outdoor living . Well equipped kitchen and bath with all you need for a home away from home stay. The outdoor plunge pool and surrounding foliage and garden was very peaceful and a great reprieve from the hot Merida temperature during our visit. ( heat wave in March 102 deg F). Management team extremely responsive and kind. Owners notes and guide to the home extremely thorough and helpful . Close to many activities and Centro. People of Merida kind and very helpful . My husband and enjoyed our visit to this home !
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Muy bueno!!
What a special place. Absolutely beautiful restored colonial in a very pleasant neighborhood. The pool is perfect on a hot day.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Younan J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Mérida
Everything in Casa Ermita was as described: great location, professional property management team, comfortable home - especially the bed! My favorite time of the day was breakfast on the terrace every morning. Traffic noise during the day is a reality, so is the barking dog next door and the piercing sound from someplace but that’s part of living in an authentic neighborhood in Mérida!
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noreen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Merida
Casa La Ermita was exactly as described and absolutely filled with Merida charm. One of the reason we came to Merida was because of a North American TV show called House Hunters International. They featured Merida and the beautiful homes in Centro and Casa La Ermita lived up to our expectations. The patio area is a paradise in itself with the architectural arches and plunge pool that was used daily. The location was great and in the 2 weeks we spent there we used a taxi once as we found walking was no problem to get around. Merida is a beautiful city and our accommodations added to our amazing time there. The owners and the property manager were very nice and easy to communicate with and we’re very helpful. Upon arrival, after which had been a very long and hot day of travel, we did not get the house until late where the very kind and helpful Jesús met us to show us around the house and also had a 6 pack of cold beer waiting for us which was so appreciated. We would definitely rent Casa La Ermita again. Noreen & Reinhard Canada 🇨🇦
Stayed 17 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful House in a Central Location
We loved our 2-week stay at this comfortable, beautifully restored historic home in central Mérida! It felt like our home away from home while we explored Yucatán. We had excellent communication with the property managers! Before we arrived, the owners sent us a thorough house guide and recommendations for things to do in the city, which made us feel welcome and comfortable upon arrival. The housekeeper met us when we arrived to orient us to the house, and then he was very responsive to messages when we had questions. The house is spacious and comfortable. We enjoyed many meals in the large kitchen, which has a good supply of pans, utensils, and supplies. We also loved hanging out on the large back patio and in the pool on hot days! The living room and bedroom were comfortable and equipped with AC to keep the rooms cool. We could hear some noise from the street outside, but we found it negligible once we closed the bedroom doors at night. Everything was very clean, and we had plenty of linens and house supplies. The house's wifi connection works well for general browsing and sending emails, but it wasn't enough for video calls, streaming, or more than one person working. The house is about 3/4 mile from Centro Historico, and less than 1/4 mile from La Ermita or Parque San Juan for street tacos, snacks, or people-watching. Overall, an amazing place to see local life in Mérida and explore the region! Highly recommend!
Stayed 16 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jaime G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just as advertised, but better
Amazing stay. We had a very pleasant week there, and as stated above, the property is just as it looks, well maintained and with attention to detail. I thank the property management folks, every was impeccable and Jesus was always ready to address our questions. Definitely would recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jadwiga S., Vancouver, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Old charm
Very charming place, only a short walk (about 10 min) to the main plaza. The only minus is the street is a bit noisy (buses) so if you are a light sleeper it could be a problem. Very responsive and generous owners. Thank you Derrick!
Stayed 25 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Stay!
This was a beautiful place to land in Merida. Our communication with Andy was exceptional. Truly a lovely place. The owner was concerned about possible noise from an ice cream producer behind the house. We found it negligible. Very safe and enjoyable visit. Would highly recommend it!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nickole W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful retreat
This beautiful home was a great way to spend our 13 day stay. We learned real fast that it was just a short walk to so many shops and food with a beautiful park. Downtown was unique and everyone so friendly. Met the neighbors who were wonderful. The road is pretty busy, the backyard was like a retreat and relaxing. My mom is a chef and absolutely loved the kitchen and cooking in it. The owners and property manager were wonderful.
Stayed 13 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Don H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good traditional place with nice plunge pool
This property is about a 20 minute walk from Mérida’s main plaza area with its abundance of restaurants and attractions. Nearby there is less on offer, but within a few blocks you can find a market, a small convenience store, a small bakery, and a tiny cafe. A five minute walk will get you to Parque San Juan from which it’s an inexpensive 30 to 50 peso taxi ride to most of Mérida Centro. The house itself is provided with all the essentials one expects and the immediate neighborhood is good for strolls. The back patio and plunge pool are perfect when hiding from afternoon heat. We’d be happy to stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Surprising Merida
A bit off the beaten path, this lovely property is within walking distance to Plaza Grande (about 3/4 mile). Although the neighborhood looks a little gritty, we felt completely safe at all hours of the day/night. The people of Merida are very friendly and after some exploring we found several nice places to eat within several blocks around Plaza Grande. Our property manager arranged for a driver to visit Chichen Itza and, on the way home, one of the thousands of Senote that dot the Yucatan for a refreshing swim. The friendliness, affordability and interesting history and architecture combine to make this a very fun vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pamela and Robert L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming casa in great location
The property is spacious and nicely decorated. Kitchen, bedroom and bathroom all open out onto a delightful private terrace with a small pool and pretty plantings. There were plenty of towels and linens, a large shower and plenty of hanging room for clothes. It was approximately a ten minute walk to the main square - in fact we easily walked everywhere we wanted to go. The owners were very responsive and helpful and we would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laurie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Sanctuary in the Middle of a Busy City.
This beautiful house is in a great location, within easy walking distance to the center of town. The house is even more beautiful than the pictures on the site. When my husband and I visited, it was in the high 90f and the house remained a comfortable temp. It has beautiful tile floors and ceilings that have to be 16 feet high! The host and the property manager, Andy were wonderful to deal with. Andy was quick to respond with any questions even regarding local pastry! Merida is a gem of a city and the local people are very welcoming. We are so glad we visited.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Edward T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great House in Ermita
We had a lovely stay at this well-equipped colonial house in the Ermita part of the historic Centro. Convenient to everything in town and beyond. We spent the week seeing Merida, Campeche, Itzamal, Valladolides and the extraordinary Mayan ruins of the Yucatan. Always happy to come back to the lovely house and pool i. the evenings.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amber D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceeded expectations!
This beautiful property is even more beautiful than the pictures portray. The location just south of centro is excellent and we managed easily on foot and with very low-cost Uber. The owners have outfitted this property exceptionally well. Our comfort and enjoyment of this historical home added to our vacation experience well beyond what we expected.
Stayed 12 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karine H., Sarasota, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Great location in a cute house that is close to everything We have stayed here previously and will com back. Owners are nice people who care about their house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jim J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute and Cozy!
Great location! Right in Ermita neighborhood, five minute walk to Plaza Gran. Lovely house and a refreshing pool. Best of Merida!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Karen P., Victoria, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful haven in busy Mérida
The house was perfect for what we wanted. The portale and pool were a great oasis during the very hot days. An easy walk to everything in Centro. This is a main artery into town and noise on the street can be quite loud, too loud to open the windows on the street side, but since most of our time was spent around the pool in the back, it wasn’t much of an issue... just know that early morning traffic is surprisingly heavy and can awaken you. Free on street parking immediately across from the house was great. Although the neighborhood, and the city in general, is a bit gritty, it felt very safe at any hour. On the whole we felt this to be a great home in Mérida and a great base for day trips to the surrounding sites.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Outdoor living
The entire process was easy. Check in was seamless. We truly enjoyed this hidden gem. We spent a lot of time on the outdoor patio, especially in the mornings and evenings. It was a great location. We walked everyday into the main square. You are just a few blocks from everything you need. Great walking city to take in all the sites and sounds of Merida.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jacque W.

Liked: Cleanliness
La Ermita retreat
Great place to stay loved the back patio and pool. Very comfortable place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019