Santa Lucia Travel Guide
Mérida
Visit Santa Lucia
Popular places to visit
Progreso Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Progreso Beach, a popular beach in Progreso. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants.
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.
Yucatan International Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Yucatan International Convention Center during your trip to Mérida. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
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.
Uxmal Archaeological Site
Learn about the local history of Santa Elena with a stop at Uxmal Archaeological Site. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the local chocolate shops and restaurants.
Things to do
Mérida: Panoramic Sightseeing Tour Bus Ticket with 2 Routes
Las Coloradas, Río Lagartos and Playa Cancunito Tour from Mérida
Uxmal and Kabah Ruins Tour with Chocolate History
Tour to Uxmal Kabah and Chocolate Museum from Mérida
Motul, Hacienda, Xcambo, Pink Salt Mine & Progreso Day Trip
Mérida: Montejo Boulevard and Historic Center bike tour
Top hotels in Santa Lucia
Holiday Inn Express Merida Centro by IHG
"Perfect location. Right next to the historic center of town, just 1/2 mile to the ADO bus station (which will take you all over the peninsula), and 1/2 mile walks to museums. Breakfast is pretty decent. But what I liked best were the rooms: clean, good air conditioning, comfortable beds, great bathroom ..."
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
Hotel Santa María Mérida
"Super cute boutique hotel. Best location ever. Walking distance to lots of great restaurants, bars and main square with other beautiful parks all around. Location was amazing. You have to be willing to walk and explore. Just walk in to any restaurant and you will not be disappointed. You can access ..."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Gamma Mérida El Castellano
"La habitación siempre está limpia en general el hotel lo limpian constantemente, cerca de la plaza principal y de restaurantes"
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Hotel Maya Yucatán
Hotel San Juan Mérida
"Limpio, agradable teniendo en cuenta que es un antiguo edificio.. Personal amable.. Su personal muy amable."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Hotel Santa Lucía
"O"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Santa Lucia
Mérida Centro
Mérida Centro is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Plaza Grande and US Visa Applicant Service Center while you're in town.
Chelem
If you're spending some time in Chelem, Chelem Park is a top sight worth visiting.
Chicxulub Puerto
Travellers like the beaches in Chicxulub Puerto, and Playa Uaymitun is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Zona Paseo Montejo
While visiting Zona Paseo Montejo, you might make a stop by sights like Paseo de Montejo and Casa Montes Molina Museum.
Chuburna Puerto
You might consider checking out Chelem Park while you're exploring Chuburna Puerto and the larger Progreso area.
