Chelem Travel Guide
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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
Isla Columpios, Corchito & Progreso Day Tour
Isla Columpios & Progreso Beach Escape with Boat Ride from Merida
Top hotels in Chelem
Jáalk'ab Cabañas
"The place is clean, extremely comfortable and friendly the owner and the staff always very helpful and very supportive on what you need. This place is away from any town to relax, but there are taximotos, busses, and taxis that visitors can take just out side of the Jaal Kab cabañas and they drop ..."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Cabañas Frida
"Nop"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Pelican Inn at Las Dunas Resort
"Incredible staff who are so accommodating and humble! The prices are fantastic. Restaurant very delicious. We will definitely be back!"
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Arenas Del Mar
"The accommodation was wonderful, clean and had everything I could have asked for. The hosts were very friendly and helpful and I will book here again for longer, next time. Beautiful!!"
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
CASA BUDDHA CHELEM
"Owners, and everyone who runs this place were amazing, its a family own and operated, they are truly caring, friendly and super attentive to anything we needed. We loved our stay💖"
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Pelican Inn at Las Dunas Chelem Hotel
"AC needs maintenance."
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Where to stay in Chelem
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.
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.
Uxmal
Historical sites, archaeological sites and restaurants are some highlights of Uxmal. Make a stop by Pyramid of the Magician or Uxmal Archaeological Site while you're exploring.
