Merida Old Town Travel Guide

Merida

A stone bridge with multiple arches over a calm river, reflecting the bridge and surrounding trees.
An ancient amphitheater with stone steps and columns.
An ancient stone archway with marble columns and a statue at the top.
Ancient stone columns with intricate carvings, set against a backdrop of weathered stone walls.
A historic fountain with lions, palm trees, and classic architecture in a public square.

Stay near popular Merida Old Town attractions

Things to do


Top hotels in Merida Old Town

Hotel ILUNION Mérida Palace

Hotel ILUNION Mérida Palace

5 out of 5
Plaza Espana, 19 Merida Badajoz
The price is £85 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
£85
per night
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Stay at this luxury hotel in Merida. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"It was a well located hotel. They had Nice rooms with a nice small pool in the roof. We were disappointed with the limited menu of the hotel for being a five star location. They had one menu for lunch and dinner. It was located in the center of the city, in the plaza mayor. The temperature of the ..."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Hotel ILUNION Mérida Palace
Akla Hotel Mérida

Akla Hotel Mérida

4 out of 5
C / Romero Leal 18 Merida Badajoz
The price is £62 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
£62
per night
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Stay at this hotel in Merida. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and on-site spa services. Popular attractions Temple of Diana and Plaza de Espana are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (65 reviews)
"This property is very close to the Temple of Diana and a short walk to the other Roman antiquity sites, dining and the Roman bridge. Our room was tired and not as clean as it should be. The lights were unstable and the shower mechanisms are faulty. The biggest negative was the smell. When we arrived ..."

Reviewed on 17 May 2026

Akla Hotel Mérida
Alora Hotel Mérida

Alora Hotel Mérida

3 out of 5
Paseo de las Artes y los Oficios, 15 Mérida Badajoz
The price is £51 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
£51
per night
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Stay at this hotel in Merida. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Amphitheatre of Merida and Circo Romano are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (67 reviews)
"“Excellent stay! The hotel was clean, comfortable, and very well maintained. We were pleasantly surprised by the amazing breakfast and truly appreciated the thoughtful welcome gift upon arrival. The staff at the front desk and in the lobby were exceptionally friendly, professional, and incredibly ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026

Alora Hotel Mérida
Parador de Mérida

Parador de Mérida

4 out of 5
C/Almendralejo, 56 Merida Badajoz
The price is £92 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
£92
per night
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Stay at this spa hotel in Merida. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Parador de Mérida
Hotel Nova Roma

Hotel Nova Roma

3 out of 5
Calle Suárez Somonte 42 Merida
The price is £43 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
£43
per night
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Stay at this hotel in Merida. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Portico del Foro and Temple of Diana are ...
8.2/10 Very good! (59 reviews)
"An easy walk to the most wonderful museum."

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026

Hotel Nova Roma
Apartamentos Lumael

Apartamentos Lumael

3 out of 5
Av. Reina Sofia 36 Mérida Badajoz
Fully refundable
The price is £40 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
£40
per night
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Stay at this apartment in Merida. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, patios and air conditioning. Popular attractions Amphitheatre of Merida and Los Columbarios are located ...
8.4/10 Very good! (6 reviews)
"Estadia confortável, apartamento limpo com o essencial, ar condiconado, chao em betão, a 15 min do centro a pê pero fo teatro romano, supermercado DIA em frente, estacionamento q.b. Comunicação simpática mas não pelo número indicado. O acesso é preciso procurar pois o prédio fica sobranceiro à avenida ..."

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026

Apartamentos Lumael
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Where to stay in Merida Old Town

Find the best Merida Old Town areas for the activities you enjoy most.

La Dehesilla

When in La Dehesilla, you can plan a visit to Puente Romano and Alcazaba, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Polígono Industrial Cepansa

Polígono Industrial Cepansa might not have many top sights, but Puente Romano and Plaza de Espana are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Barriada Carrión

While there might not be top attractions in Barriada Carrión, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Puente Romano and Plaza de Espana.

San Antonio

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in San Antonio and surrounding area, you can visit Puente Romano and Plaza de Espana.

Carcesa

Though Carcesa may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Puente Romano and Plaza de Espana.



Merida Old Town Travel Guide

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