Casa Bahareque, our historic 2-story guesthouse, is the perfect home base for your trip to Mérida. It's modest facade opens to reveal a charming architectural gem within. With five bedrooms featuring two king beds, two queen beds, and two sofa beds, plus space to hang hamacas, guests have plenty of room to relax. The four bathrooms each include a refreshing shower,and linens . Step outside to our inviting backyard pool and 2-level shaded patio colonnade with gardens, and a rooftop azotea with a private garden and panoramic city views where you can unwind in the evening air. A large main floor kitchen and 2 upstairs efficiency kitchens make meals or snacking easy. With high-speed WIFI throughout, each bedroom features an internet-enabled Smart TV, mini-split Air Conditioning with individual handheld controls, a ceiling fan, digital locks on the doors, and a security safe.

Decor is in the colonial tradition, furnished with restored antiques and rustic local carpentry, featuring colorful pasta tile floors, specially commissioned wrought iron railings, mampostería stone-work walls, and balconies overlooking the street and backyard, Original artwork hangs in every room, including sepia-toned photos of old Merida and color photos of Yucatan taken by the artist-owner who designed the renovation of this historic home.

Located in the popular Santiago neighborhood of El Centro you are just steps away from specialty restaurants, outdoor cafes, bars, bistros, coffee shops, a traditional market, groceries, convenience stores, parks, playgrounds, museums, galleries and all types of shopping. Cultural events and entertainment are available 7 days a week, many are free and offer a family friendly atmosphere.

Day trips or tours to our clean sandy Gulf beaches, ecological reserves, Mayan archaeological sites, scenic Yucatan villages, centers for traditional crafts, restored luxury haciendas and adventurous cenotes make longer stays recommended.