Title: Sayil Travel Guide: Best of Sayil, Mérida Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Sayil](https://expedia.co.uk/Sayil-Merida-Hotels.0-n6265075-0.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)[Sayil Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Sayil.d6265075.Car-Hire-Guide)[Sayil Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Sayil.d6265075.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Sayil Travel Guide ## Mérida ![Photo by Vanessa Sgaravizzi](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/eab0ace1c7faeaa65d30a94d28c75976.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Vanessa Sgaravizzi](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/eab0ace1c7faeaa65d30a94d28c75976.jpg) ## Visit Sayil Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Mérida travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Mrida.dx6023536) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Sunrise on the town of Progreso, on a Yucatan Peninsula Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6115658/43a6c9b4-c86a-4c74-b158-2e91d80b4fcf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Progreso Beach 4/5(7 reviews) 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://images.trvl-media.com/place/6220694/0c05e3c3-1f14-4410-ac4f-d2503dc0e7a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Paseo de Montejo 4.5/5(7 reviews) 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) ![Close-up of palm tree on beach, Yucatan, Mexico](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635928788421/fc31c2d7-4846-41ab-909a-533af3300581.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://images.trvl-media.com/place/6167853/c10d909d-3afb-4d02-9d53-881a4e9da87a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Plaza Grande 4.5/5(8 reviews) 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://images.trvl-media.com/place/6261245/abf411a3-65f7-45d9-8d02-5c6629356f8f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mérida Cathedral 4.5/5(10 reviews) 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://images.trvl-media.com/place/6266658/0bfcd4e7-38ff-4e01-ae29-eb487b4ecc2f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Uxmal Archaeological Site 5/5(1 review) 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 ![Turibus Panoramic Sightseeing Tour of Merida](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3039316/576b2c06-641e-4361-8c33-b047084376c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Merida - Panoramic Sightseeing Bus Tour £6 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/merida-panoramic-sightseeing-bus-tour.a3039316.activity-details) ![Chichen Itza](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47173517/4b52a90a-c0ee-49e1-b42d-69abb9a08ff1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Merida: Chichen Itza Tour, Izamal, Cenote Ik Kil and Food £48 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-merida-chichen-itza-tour.a47173517.activity-details) ![Uxmal & Kabah mayan ruins tour from Merida](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45951754/da8886b7-f018-4fe5-beee-a92869dfe796.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Uxmal and Kabah Ruins Tour with Chocolate History £73 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/uxmal-and-kabah-ruins-tour-with-chocolate-history.a45951754.activity-details) ![Chichen Pueblos Magicos,Izamal,Valladolid & Chichikan Cenote Day Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44948683/20f6da0a-83d8-420b-9794-5d5edaf0a41e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Chichen Pueblos Magicos,Izamal,Valladolid & Nool Ha Cenote Day Trip £46 per adult **92%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/chichen-pueblos-magicos.a44948683.activity-details) ![Cenote San Antonio](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49029236/e5c7d64e-6491-43d6-9cd0-11bede9955df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 4 Cenotes Tour in Homún all inclusive from Merida £51 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/4-cenotes-tour-in-homun-all-inclusive-from-merida.a49029236.activity-details) ![Tour to Uxmal Kabah and Chocolate Museum from Mérida](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49051958/d6412c9c-90b4-4283-910b-386c31fc64cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tour to Uxmal Kabah and Chocolate Museum from Mérida £49 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/tour-to-uxmal-kabah-and-chocolate-museum-from-merida.a49051958.activity-details) [See all activities in Mérida](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Merida.d6023536.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Sayil ![Hotel Mundo Maya Nuevo Uxmal](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113750000/113741000/113740927/bbbc6513_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Mundo Maya Nuevo Uxmal Cam. a San Felipe, Ejido Calkiní y Hda Santa Elena YUC £118 16 Jan - 17 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Elena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Governors Palace and House of the ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (17 reviews) The staff was courteous and helpful. The rooms were clean and the food was amazing. Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F01%2F2026&endDate=17%2F01%2F2026&selected=113740927&PinnedHotelID=113740927&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6265075) ![The Lodge At Uxmal](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/914600/914565/13eda792_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Lodge At Uxmal In heart of Archeological Park of Uxmal Santa Elena YUC £181 20 Jan - 21 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury lodge in Santa Elena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Pyramid of the Magician and Choco-Story Museum ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (216 reviews) Louis met us on arrival and made personal contact with us throughout each day. He made us feel welcome and seen in this magical place. Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F01%2F2026&endDate=21%2F01%2F2026&selected=914565&PinnedHotelID=914565&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6265075) ![Uxmal Resort Maya](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6150000/6140100/6140090/796f5b90_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Uxmal Resort Maya Carretera Merida-Campeche Km. 78 Muna YUC £58 17 Jan - 18 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Muna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (781 reviews) Such a nice, luxurious place to spend time. The included breakfast is limited to one section of the menu. The place is kid friendly so there was a lot of activity by the pool. Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=17%2F01%2F2026&endDate=18%2F01%2F2026&selected=6140090&PinnedHotelID=6140090&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6265075) ![Hotel Plaza](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5190000/5189600/5189553/c69e2c63_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Plaza Calle 23, 202 Ticul YUC £31 18 Jan - 19 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Ticul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attraction Plaza de la Cultura is located nearby. 7.8/10 Good! (142 reviews) Nice place, nice people Reviewed on 3 Mar 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F01%2F2026&endDate=19%2F01%2F2026&selected=5189553&PinnedHotelID=5189553&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6265075) ![Hacienda Uxmal Plantation & Museum](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/28700/28615/b0a5156c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hacienda Uxmal Plantation & Museum At the heart of the archaeological park Santa Elena YUC £268 23 Jan - 24 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa resort in Santa Elena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... Beautiful property well situated to lots of attractions (pyramids, planetarium, eco-park/museum) but the restaurant staff ranges from mostly disinterested to somewhat dishonest (pretty obviously did not bring back correct change, helping herself to a very nice tip) and as other travelers have noted ... Reviewed on 16 Dec 2024 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F01%2F2026&endDate=24%2F01%2F2026&selected=28615&PinnedHotelID=28615&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6265075) ![The Pickled Onion B&B and Restaurant Uxmal](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111670000/111668800/111668740/e9f7826a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Pickled Onion B&B and Restaurant Uxmal C. 18 Santa Elena Yuc. £74 19 Jan - 20 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this 4-star B&B in Santa Elena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Santa Elena Museum and Kabah are located ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews) Excellent staff, delightful room. Nice pool and lovely grounds. Lovely restaurant with varied menu and very good food. Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F01%2F2026&endDate=20%2F01%2F2026&selected=111668740&PinnedHotelID=111668740&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6265075) [See all 18 properties in Sayil](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=16%2F01%2F2026&endDate=17%2F01%2F2026®ionId=6265075) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Sayil hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6265075&startDate=2026-01-15&endDate=2026-01-16)[15 Jan - 16 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6265075&startDate=2026-01-15&endDate=2026-01-16) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6265075&startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-17)[16 Jan - 17 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6265075&startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-17) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6265075&startDate=16%2F01%2F2026&endDate=18%2F01%2F2026)[16 Jan - 18 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6265075&startDate=16%2F01%2F2026&endDate=18%2F01%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6265075&startDate=23%2F01%2F2026&endDate=25%2F01%2F2026)[23 Jan - 25 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6265075&startDate=23%2F01%2F2026&endDate=25%2F01%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Sayil ![Uxmal Archaeological Site which includes heritage elements as well as a couple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6266658/99afe829-77ce-4ebd-a783-d388002da6d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Uxmal Historical sites, archaeological sites and restaurants are some highlights of Uxmal. Make a stop by Pyramid of the Magician or Uxmal Archaeological Site while you're exploring. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Uxmal.dx10385) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Merida-San-Juan.dx944533145521369088) ![Merida Cathedral showing night scenes and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6261245/942b0927-7edd-4050-8f6b-0bdc75fe346f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mérida Centro 4/5(32 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Merida-Merida-Centro.dx6170836) ![Modernized ancient meals were interesting and well worth a try. #troverfoodies](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2298/8c8a14db-668f-4325-ab98-737cd942cb5f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Merida-Santa-Lucia.dx944534618292494336) ![Casa Frederick Catherwood which includes art and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6261997/e213effc-794a-4c0f-8933-59b3a561d5e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Barrio de Santiago While visiting Barrio de Santiago, you might make a stop by sights like Casa Frederick Catherwood and Merida English Library. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Merida-Barrio-De-Santiago.dx553248635976400368) ![You must visit the Museum Palacio Canton while visiting Merida #lifeatexpediagroup #tlotravel #porqueviajares #becausetravellingis](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2298/a3af3386-bd84-46d5-bb8c-f356a0564709.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Zona Paseo Montejo While visiting Zona Paseo Montejo, you might make a stop by sights like Paseo 60 and Paseo de Montejo. 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