Located in a privileged area in the heart of the city, just a few blocks from the Cathedral and walking distance to the best places. The architecture and design will surprise you! High ceilings, arches, and masonry walls, a real gem! The house has a swimming pool and private terrace, two bedrooms with A/C and a bathroom, a living room and an equipped kitchen, making it the ideal place to have fun, sunbathe and rest.

Newly restored "Casa Camou", a unique refuge in Mérida, a few steps from the emblematic Paseo de Montejo, the new gastronomic corridor and the Plancha Park. It combines the colonial with the modern, highlighting outdoor showers and a refreshing pool. Enjoy its patio for gatherings and the area's tranquility in a prime location.

Yes! Mérida is widely considered one of the safest cities in Mexico and one of the safest cities in the Americas. In fact, it has a lower crime index than all the cities our guests are traveling from (seriously!)

Several factors contribute to this:

- Very little organized crime activity in the region

- A strong, well-funded local police force

- Geographic isolation from major trafficking routes

- A large tourism and international resident community, which gives local and state governments a strong incentive to maintain a safe environment for residents and visitors.

- Strong community pride and reporting, with residents quick to report suspicious activity and authorities prioritizing public safety to protect Mérida’s reputation as a safe place to live and visit.

Many visitors are surprised by how relaxed it feels. Locals and families regularly spend evenings walking around the plazas and historic center.

It’s best not to drink tap water in Mexico, including in Mérida.

However, this is easy to manage:

- Bottled water is widely available and inexpensive

- Restaurants and hotels use purified water and purified ice

- Most homes and accommodations provide large filtered water jugs (garrafones) or tap water filters

- Brushing your teeth with tap water is generally fine for most travelers, but if you prefer you can also use bottled water.

Yes, it’s helpful to have some Mexican pesos for small purchases and tips, but ATMs are widely available in Mérida if you prefer to withdraw pesos after you arrive. Most restaurants, hotels, and larger shops accept credit cards, but cash is useful for things like tips and local markets.

Yes. Tipping customs are similar to the U.S., but the typical percentage is slightly lower.

- 10% – standard and perfectly acceptable

- 12–15% – generous / great service

- 15%+ – exceptional service

Unlike in the U.S., where 18–20% is common, 10–15% is the normal range in Mexico.

For other services:

- Bartenders: small change or ~20 pesos per round

- Hotel housekeeping: ~50–100 pesos per day

- Bell staff: ~20–50 pesos per bag

At restaurants in Mérida, your credit card is processed right at the table using a handheld payment machine.

When the server brings the payment machine, they will usually ask what percentage tip you would like to leave BEFORE running your card. This is normal and expected; they enter the tip into the machine before the payment is processed.

If you’d like to leave a tip, simply tell them the percentage (for example, “diez por ciento” for 10% or “quince por ciento” for 15%) and they will enter it before completing the transaction.

Unlike in the U.S., you do not add a tip on the receipt after the card is run, since the tip is included in the amount before the payment is processed.

Late February is one of the best times of year to visit Mérida.

The typical weather is:

- Daytime: ~82–86°F

- Evening: ~68–72°F

Humidity: moderate

Rain: unlikely (February is part of the dry season)

Expect warm sunny days and comfortable evenings, which is one of the reasons this time of year is so popular for events and weddings in Yucatán. Lightweight, breathable clothing will be the most comfortable, and evenings are usually warm enough that a jacket isn’t necessary.