Title: Chelem Travel Guide: Best of Chelem, Mérida Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Chelem](https://expedia.co.uk/Chelem-Merida-Hotels.0-n3000008855-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Mérida](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Merida.d6023536.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Mérida](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Merida.d6023536.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Chelem Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Chelem.d3000008855.Car-Hire-Guide)[Chelem Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Chelem.d3000008855.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Chelem Travel Guide ## Mérida ![Photo by Tony Lozano](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/4c2579d8e4904c11c9956a3fd71149b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Tony Lozano](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/4c2579d8e4904c11c9956a3fd71149b7.jpg) ## Visit Chelem Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Mérida travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Mrida.dx6023536) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Progreso Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/e366853bdadd306914590f0289cf3492.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Progreso-Beach-Merida.d6115658.Attraction) ![Paseo de Montejo which includes night scenes and a monument](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/245000/245748-Paseo-De-Montejo.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Paseo-De-Montejo-Colonia-Campestre.d6220694.Attraction) ![Yucatan International Convention Center](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/76850f3ef467cf86a4f06e7e46a89dcd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Yucatan-International-Convention-Center-Merida-Centro.d553248635928788421.Attraction) ![Plaza Grande](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/245000/245899-Plaza-Grande.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Plaza-Grande-Merida-Centro.d6167853.Attraction) ![Merida Cathedral showing heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and a sunset](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/245000/245877-Merida-Cathedral.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mérida Cathedral Visit chapels and survey impressive works of religious art inside this ancient church, an imposing building in the historical center of Merida. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Merida-Cathedral-Merida-Centro.d6261245.Attraction) ![Uxmal Archaeological Site which includes heritage elements](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/246000/246164-Uxmal-Archaeological-Site.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Uxmal-Archaeological-Site-Merida.d6266658.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Sergio’s 5 in 1 Tour, All Included ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1642869/7a1bc363-5044-429b-ae44-75243c8a76bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sergio’s 5 in 1 Tour, All Included £84 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sergios-5-in-1-tour.a1642869.activity-details) ![Isla Columpios & Progreso Day Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49115342/3636be8e-f5fd-4fbf-9688-d6cde0b2a64a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Isla Columpios & Progreso Day Trip £51 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/isla-columpios-progreso-day-trip.a49115342.activity-details) ![Beach Tour in Yucalpetén from Mérida](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47461596/0592f551-f7da-469b-ae3c-20421adb3590.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Beach Tour in Yucalpetén from Mérida £70 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/beach-tour-in-yucalpeten-from-merida.a47461596.activity-details) ![Sergio ́s Beach House Buffet and Drinks](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4500624/557dc9f5-dda7-46c2-a300-3f29a06f6d42.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sergio ́s Beach House Buffet and Drinks £48 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sergio-s-beach-house-buffet-and-drinks.a4500624.activity-details) ![Xcambo Mayan Arqueological site!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1721045/35c99415-eb8d-413e-80b1-18c78cdae613.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Progreso Explore the xcambo mayan ruins and beach break £84 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/progreso-explore-the-xcambo-mayan-ruins-and-beach-break.a1721045.activity-details) ![Day trip to El Corchito Ecological Reserve and Pig Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47635883/d807bf34-2da6-4198-a895-359e3ab3f745.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Day trip to El Corchito Ecological Reserve and Playa £74 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/day-trip-to-el-corchito-ecological-reserve-and-playa.a47635883.activity-details) [See all activities in Mérida](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Merida.d6023536.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Chelem ![Jáalk'ab Cabañas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30630000/30624300/30624263/eff69c78_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Jáalk'ab Cabañas Calle 21, x 168 y 170 Progreso YUC £55 21 Jan - 22 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Progreso. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free bicycles on-site. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attraction ... 9/10 Wonderful! (217 reviews) The room was clean and the mosquito nets were not only chic, but effective. Nice! Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F01%2F2026&endDate=22%2F01%2F2026&selected=30624263&PinnedHotelID=30624263&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000008855) ![CASA BUDDHA CHELEM](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91290000/91285200/91285102/7d6d299b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### CASA BUDDHA CHELEM C. 21 SN Entre 152 y 154 Frente C.Maeva Progreso YUC £61 17 Feb - 18 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this cabin in Progreso. Enjoy free parking, 3 outdoor pools and a garden. Popular attraction Chelem Park is located nearby. 9.2/10 Wonderful! (14 reviews) 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 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=17%2F02%2F2026&endDate=18%2F02%2F2026&selected=91285102&PinnedHotelID=91285102&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000008855) ![Cabañas Frida](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44560000/44558800/44558705/de9272ba_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cabañas Frida calle 19 diagonal x 100 Progreso YUC £37 20 Jan - 21 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Progreso. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Progreso Beach and Progreso Pier are located ... 7.6/10 Good! (19 reviews) Me gustó la idea de Cabaña, muy bien las instalaciones Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F01%2F2026&endDate=21%2F01%2F2026&selected=44558705&PinnedHotelID=44558705&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000008855) ![In front of the beach with power and wifi included! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29640000/29633800/29633709/833515af_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### In front of the beach with power and wifi included! CHUBURNÁ PUERTO YUC Stay at this beach holiday home in Progreso. Enjoy private pools, a beach locale and patios. Popular attraction Chelem Park is located nearby. Perfect family get away My husband and I and our 2 teens 18 & 16 stayed here for 10 nights. We had a wonderful relaxing time. We definitely recommend this place. Costco is 35 minutes away and so many other store so close to get all you need. Reviewed on 7 Jan 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F02%2F2026&endDate=03%2F02%2F2026&selected=29633709&PinnedHotelID=29633709&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000008855) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F02%2F2026&endDate=03%2F02%2F2026&selected=29633709&PinnedHotelID=29633709&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000008855) ![Arenas Del Mar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83460000/83457100/83457090/50bab0f6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Arenas Del Mar C. 19C Progreso Yuc. £72 25 Jan - 26 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this condo in Progreso. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and in-room massages. Popular attraction Chelem Park is located nearby. 10/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews) Perfect place , excellent atmosfere, great host. Very spacious. Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F01%2F2026&endDate=26%2F01%2F2026&selected=83457090&PinnedHotelID=83457090&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000008855) ![Paraiso Cocoyito Ría ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92890000/92887900/92887886/e5cd2db3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Paraiso Cocoyito Ría Calle Pakal por 152 y 153, Chelem Progreso YUC Stay at this cabin in Progreso. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Popular attraction Chelem Park is located nearby. [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F02%2F2026&endDate=03%2F02%2F2026&selected=92887886&PinnedHotelID=92887886&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000008855) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F02%2F2026&endDate=03%2F02%2F2026&selected=92887886&PinnedHotelID=92887886&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000008855) [See all 680 properties in Chelem](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=20%2F01%2F2026&endDate=21%2F01%2F2026®ionId=3000008855) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Merida-Puerto-Yucalpeten.dx3000451833) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/78eadff33ed94e14f10a169bb1679639.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Chuburna Puerto You might consider checking out Chelem Park while you're exploring Chuburna Puerto and the larger Progreso area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Merida-Chuburna-Puerto.dx553248635976398131) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/d268253ede0976a52c2316b57adff803.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Progreso Centro While Progreso Centro isn't home to many top sights, Progreso Beach and Progreso Lighthouse are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Merida-Progreso-Centro.dx953204997135429632) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/caedf76030a7eeeb9c469cc05a80ece9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Boulevard Turístico Malecón While visiting Boulevard Turístico Malecón, you might make a stop by sights like Progreso Beach and Meteorite Museum. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Merida-Boulevard-Turistico-Malecon.dx953204778255949824) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/cf22dd4304f58dd1517dd08260d35d07.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Chicxulub Puerto Travellers like the beaches in Chicxulub Puerto, and Playa Uaymitun is a top attraction you might want to visit. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Merida-Chicxulub-Puerto.dx553248635519554453) ![Great Museum of the Maya World](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/245000/245694-Merida.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Zona Industrial If you're spending some time in Zona Industrial, Plaza Galerias Mall and Great Museum of the Maya World are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Merida-Zona-Industrial.dx553248635976395431) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Chelem Travel Guide ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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