If you go to Merida, this is where you should stay. It was clean, well appointed, and the location…read morewas perfect. Close enough to walk to the Centro, but on a quiet street. Hector gave us a tour when we arrived, and drove us to the airport when we left. And they have a lovely breakfast, which was included in the very reasonable price.

I would give a zero rating if I could. Got in late, flight delayed. Got there. The desk clerk was…read morerude (when they finally opened the door). Got to my room and it smelled awful. Unpacked and finally looked under the bed and there was a huge dead iguana. Looks like it was there for days. Got the clerk back up, useless guy named Hector. He says go out for a little and he'll clean it up. No thanks! I am not staying in that room thank you. So they finally moved me to a not much better room. Too tired to even deal with it. Left early the next day and refused to pay. Stay away!!

I would 100% stay here again! From check-in to checkout service was outstanding. Everyone was…read morehelpful and greeted us with welcoming smiles. We arrived around 7PM on a Friday night. There is one person at the desk to help all guests. Checking in was very organized and easy. Another guest wanted help calling a taxi and she politely told her that she'd assist her as soon as she was finished helping us. I loved that because it's the right thing to do and I recently experienced being tossed aside. The receptionist actually walked and gave us a mini tour and showed us to our room. Once inside, she explained a few things to us and then went back to the front. This is a beautiful boutique hotel. My guess is 12-15 rooms. Our room was amazing. They had a cute welcome card and small gift. Bottle water, coffee, tea, lotions, body wash, slippers and robes are all provided. Beautiful finishing, comfortable bed, dual shower heads, large shower, clean... it was top notch! The shower water is like warm. It will feel cold at first but you get use to it. It was going to be a complaint but I realized quickly the temperature was perfect because you get so hot and sticky that you're not jumping in a hot shower. You can't flush anything down the toilets in this hotel - or anywhere actually. There is a trash can available to throw away toilet paper after wiping. The rooftop pool area is really nice but it's super hot outside. It's recommended to not go outside between 11-3. The pool closed at 6 and we had evening plans each day to get ready for so we didn't go swimming. We walked up there to enjoy sitting down and relax for a bit. There is an elevator for those on upper floors but you can also take the stairs. I saw two public restrooms. One on the first floor and one on the third floor. The hotel is open for guests to go to the restaurant and rooftop during nighttime events. I would love to host family at this hotel for a vacation in the future. The restaurant was delicious, friendly people and close proximity to downtown area. It was about one mile walking...20 minute pace. Loved it!

We were in Merida for a week and the best two days of our trip were the two we spent with Polo. He…read moreis from Merida and knows everyone and everywhere. He took us to Cenotes which were not super touristy but also very safe. He knows the history and geography very well and can explain so much about how things are. He speaks both English and Spanish very well. He can design your day and take you to spots you would never discover otherwise.

I have used Yucatan Excursions for private tours throughout the Yucatan peninsula. Although the…read morecompany does transport people between hotels and Airports or other transportation centers, I think the company excels in custom tours. I have used Yucatan Excursions several times in the past three years. The day trips I have taken are a great value. Not only did we visit the locations on my "to do" list, but Polo had excellent suggestions on places to visit that are off the beaten path. I saw Mayan ruins that are not publicized but are way better than Those swamped with tourists. My suggestion is for you to have an idea of what you want to see, and ask Polo for suggestions. You won't be disappointed. Polo speaks fluent English, and his a wealth of historical and cultural information. You may have heard of Rick Steve's Europe Through the Back Door. I see Polo as being Yucatan Off the beaten path. One thing I didn't mention in my initial review is that Yucatan Excursions is a locally owned small business. It is not part of an international hotel chain or travel company. When you use this business you are supporting a local business and the local economy. In the days of multi-national corporations I think it is very important for travelers to support the communities they are visiting. You are also getting personalized service that is tailored to your specific wants and interests, and not to a pre-determined set of criteria intended to cater to the overall assumed desires of all tourists.

My husband and I had an amazing time in Villa Merida. The place is beautiful, clean and very…read morespecial Airbnb. I took videos and photos to share with family and friends of how beautiful it was. The owners are very nice and welcoming. Also, I wanted to share that after 3 days of leaving this place I noticed that a pair of gold earrings where missing. We contacted the Villa Merida, since that was the last place I remember I had them. The owner responded quickly to let us know that he will be asking the staff. After few days and we were already back home (LA), the owner contacted us to let us know that the earrings were found and that he would help us to have them back. Most shipping companies don't allow you to send gold, we also, don't know or have friends in that city so to get them back was complicated. Finally, the owner found out that one woman that was staying at the Villa, was a flight attendant living in LA. He contacted us immediately to see if we were OK, to have them returned with her. I can't thank enough the owners of the Villa Merida for everything. We will definitely return and recommend this place.

Beautiful grounds and old home. Boorish onsite host. He was an absolute prick on our departure day…read more We had an unfortunate early flight and due to the nature of his accommodations and the coffee pot I woke him up. The early morning confrontation sans coffee really dampened my stay.

Ralf, from Lawsons Original Yucatan Excursions, and I have been emailing each other on and off for…read morea couple of years, looking for the right adventure and the right timing. We finally found it. We started off our day at the Punta Laguna Monkey Reserve where we wandered along numerous jungle trails trying to locate some of the elusive spider monkeys after participating in a traditional Mayan ceremony, asking for permission and protection to enter the jungle. Our guide, Julio, finally managed to locate a few mammas and babies high in the trees having a morning siesta. Even if we hadn't seen any the hike thru the jungle was lovely. We didn't rappel into the cenote - access in and out was via a rope ladder and neither of us have that kind of upper body strength! Next up, we headed to the lagoon and a lovely cooling breeze. The plan was to canoe - we ARE Canadian after all - but both my mother and I were exhausted. However, someone was looking out for us - when we arrived, a local Mayan family were at the docs and a couple were getting baptized. It was beautiful to witness their faith and be allowed to share in their experience. A huge orange butterfly also flew around the gentleman as he was baptized. After a rest and a Coke to bump up our sugar, we headed even deeper into the jungle for an afternoon visit and lunch with a different local family. This experience... it didn't hit me until after we left and I was back at our resort alone in my room but I came very close to crying. Not with sadness but with joy. Located beside a lagoon with no electricity, no plumbing, they seemed so perfectly happy. They were genuinely pleased to share their way of life, their history, their home and their food with these random strangers. We chatted about the family (immediate and extended), day to day life, shared laughs about our differences and I think, bonded over similarities regardless of culture. Then it was lunch time! We were invited to try making our own tortillas before sitting down to probably the most enjoyable meal I can remember (pollo pabil). Kept company by their beautiful children and their adorable dog, Tobacco, this family made us feel incredibly welcome and it was our honour to meet them. As a sweet treat to end our visit, we got to see their beehives where they harvest their own honey made by the local, stinger-less (and oh so tiny) Mayan bees. FYI, its delicious. A HUGE thank you to Ralf for putting together this incredible, life changing day for us. Finally getting to meet you was like getting together with an old friend.

Our family enjoyed a tour with Lawson's Original Yucatan Excursions on May 22…read more We were picked up at our Airbnb in Chuburna by Ralf and our driver, Jose. By the end of the day, they both felt like old friends! Early in the day, we went to a market to shop for food with Inez. She then instructed us on what to do to prepare an authentic Mexican lunch, giving each of us jobs. Once the prep was done, the chicken needed to cook (underground!), so we headed to our next stop - Uxmal. We had a very knowledgeable guide at Uxmal, and we enjoyed it very much. Next, we stopped at Choco-Story, where we fed monkeys, watched a Mayan cacao ceremony, and sampled drinking chocolate. After Choco-Story, we traveled back to our foodie experience with Inez. The food was delicious, and we were ready for our next adventure - a cenote. It was a beautiful day for the cool water and the perfect way to end the day. Ralf was the ideal guide. He made stops along the way, was engaging, and full of fun stories/information. If we wanted to talk, he did if we wanted quiet, he sensed that as well. There were little touches throughout, like providing cold drinks in the cooler and making sure we tried ice cream and smoothies after the heat at Uxmal. Ralf heard us talking about the birthday of our son-in-law on the ride to meet up with Inez. She and her helpers provided a cake complete with a candle and sang 'Happy Birthday' at our beautifully set lunch table. It was a magical, memorable day, and one our family will always treasure. Thank you, Ralf! 5 stars only because there isn't an option for more

A personal and intimate boutique experience with amazing food and accommodation. The staff were…read morefriendly and helpful. The surroundings are traditional and classic with historical touches and natural flora. Highly recommend.

My lovely bride and I spent a week in Mérida in March 2025, and Casa Lecanda was a beautiful place…read moreto stay. It is a lovely hacienda, with Spanish Colonial decor. The service is incredibly accommodating. American breakfast is included, but don't overlook the huevos motuleños! The location is situated on a lovely street, walking distance to Santa Lucia Parque and Plaza Grande. Highly highly recommended!

I wish I had the chefs touch in the kitchen. Whoever works here is blessed! I had the BEST…read morechilaquiles I have ever had here!! The sauce was phenomenal. I talked about this meal to everyone. It was perfect-seriously! The presentation to taste was amazing. We ordered pancakes, scrambled eggs and the grilled cheese with pork. Everything was good. I enjoyed the goat cheese and honey on the pancakes. The grilled cheese was very good. It had a nice bit of meat and cheese on the sandwich. Service was great! This restaurant is Michelin rated and it well earned. We met the chef. He was very kind and walked us to see the fruit trees on property that they use for the meals. The restaurant is quiet, relaxed and open. It has a very calming vibe so one meal I sat for awhile just to chill. The burger and fries are good as well as the fish and chips. Breakfast was definitely my favorite meal though. I really wanted to have the chilaquiles again but we had other plans. When I go back, I am getting it again. If you stay at the hotel then you for sure need to eat here.