Barrio de Santiago Travel Guide
Mérida
Visit Barrio de Santiago
Popular places to visit
Casa Frederick Catherwood
Study a collection of 19th-century images of jungle-covered ancient ruins, which provided historians with a wealth of knowledge about the Mayans.
Progreso Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Progreso Beach, a popular beach in Mérida. 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.
Things to do
Chichen Pueblos Magicos,Izamal,Valladolid & Nool Ha Cenote Day Trip
Uxmal + Chocolate Museum ChocoStory
From Merida: Chichen Itza Tour, Izamal, Cenote Ik Kil and Food
Tour to Uxmal Kabah and Chocolate Museum from Mérida
Las Coloradas, Río Lagartos and Playa Cancunito Tour from Mérida
4 Cenotes Tour in Homún all inclusive from Merida
Top hotels in Barrio de Santiago
Casa Loreto 1893
Beautiful hotel , great service
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Hotel Unknown
Nice staff, nice inviting environment
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Hotel Ambassador Merida
Room was ok, AC didn’t work So they moved us to another room . Besides that we were happy
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Hotel El Cid Merida
I didn’t have the chance to see the pool, but I was told it was nice. The hotel is quite simple and could be made more attractive. There are other nearby options at a similar price that feel more welcoming. The parking area was dirty, and although the room was okay, there was no hot water. What stood ...
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
Art 57 Hotel - Adults Only
Lovely little Hotel with Garden feel. Room was cute and had a great hot shower ( a rarity it seems). Nice easy location, friendly staff. Coffee was good breakfast was ok. Included. I'd gladly stay again.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Hotel Casa Azuli
Kind helpful staff, clean, comfortable.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Barrio de Santiago
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.
Santa Lucia
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Santa Lucia and surrounding area, you can visit Plaza Grande and US Visa Applicant Service Center.
San Juan
Though San Juan may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like US Visa Applicant Service Center and Plaza Grande.
Zona Paseo Montejo
While visiting Zona Paseo Montejo, you might make a stop by sights like Paseo 60 and Paseo de Montejo.
García Ginerés
When in García Ginerés, you can plan a visit to Paseo 60 and Casa Montes Molina Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Itzimná
Itzimná might not have many top sights, but Paseo 60 and Monument to the Fatherland are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
