Hotel Palacio Maya
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Axel’s take

A good-value Mérida base with lovely gardens, but uneven maintenance and service.

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Axel’s rating: 8.0/10 · a practical independent 4-star near Paseo de Montejo

Hotel Palacio Maya is a practical independent 4-star near Paseo de Montejo, better suited to comfortable sightseeing stays than luxury expectations. We'd pick it for the garden, outdoor pool and free parking, with spacious suites making it particularly useful for families. Booking.com and Expedia guests generally rate cleanliness and comfort well, and recent reviews repeatedly praise the grounds and breakfast.

The trade-off is consistency. Tripadvisor guests are noticeably less enthusiastic, with recurring reports of dated rooms, drain smells and uneven restaurant service; Expedia reviews also flag occasional air-conditioning failures. These aren't everyone's experience, but they're worth weighing in Mérida's heat. The main square is roughly a 20–25-minute walk away, rather than around the corner. We'd skip it if polished service, reliably fresh rooms or immediate access to the cathedral area are priorities.

Rooms
Spacious suites are a strength; some guests report dated fittings, drain smells or faulty air conditioning.
Cleanliness
Strong overall ratings on Booking.com and Expedia, despite some room-specific complaints.
Service
Many guests praise helpful staff, but restaurant service and problem handling receive mixed reports.
Amenities
Outdoor pool, gardens, gym, Balam restaurant, free Wi-Fi and free parking.
Fees and surprises
Breakfast may cost extra depending on the booking; parking is complimentary.

Axel’s opinion, from the hotel’s website and guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Booking.com · Expedia · Tripadvisor. Reviewed Oct 20, 2026.

The location

Calle 62 Numero 327 por 37 y 39, Merida

Convenient for Paseo de Montejo and Paseo 60; farther from the cathedral and main square.

Amenities and check-in

Outdoor pool, gardens, gym, Balam restaurant, free Wi-Fi and free parking.

Check-in

after 3:00 PM

Check-out

before 12:00 PM

  • Outdoor pool
  • Children swimming pool
  • Breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Fitness facilities
Additional hotel policies
  • Hotel policies: Extra bed: MX$180 per guest per night
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Hotel Palacio Maya: from $67 for Nov 21–22, 2026, 2 adults (1 night)

From $67 total for Nov 21–22, 2026, 2 adults at Hotel Palacio Maya on Axel (1 night), checked Nov 1, 2026.

Hotel Palacio Maya is a practical independent 4-star near Paseo de Montejo in Merida, Mexico.

Address: Calle 62 Numero 327 por 37 y 39, Merida. Property ID: 1408676. Canonical property page: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/merida/hotel-palacio-maya-1408676

Source: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/merida/hotel-palacio-maya-1408676/2026-11-21/2-adults

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Dec 4 to Dec 6, 2026 · 2 nights$133$151 on Expedia$18 less (12%)Nov 3Select · Share this stay · Check guest price

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1 night

Total price: $67 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-11-22 · 1 night · 2 adults · 1 room.

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2 nights

Total price: $134 USD

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Total price: $199 USD

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Total price: $266 USD

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5 nights

Total price: $333 USD

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6 nights

Total price: $398 USD

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7 nights

Total price: $463 USD

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8 nights

Total price: $530 USD

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9 nights

Total price: $597 USD

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10 nights

Total price: $664 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-12-01 · 10 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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11 nights

Total price: $730 USD

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12 nights

Total price: $801 USD

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13 nights

Total price: $867 USD

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14 nights

Total price: $933 USD

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#8 of 9 hotels in Paseo de Montejo by Axel's take. Paseo de Montejo is #4 of 7 places to stay in Merida. The best hotels in Paseo de Montejo, ranked · Where to stay in Merida

Axel's take: 8.0/10

A good-value Mérida base with lovely gardens, but uneven maintenance and service. a practical independent 4-star near Paseo de Montejo, scored for what it is.

Hotel Palacio Maya is a practical independent 4-star near Paseo de Montejo, better suited to comfortable sightseeing stays than luxury expectations. We'd pick it for the garden, outdoor pool and free parking, with spacious suites making it particularly useful for families. Booking.com and Expedia guests generally rate cleanliness and comfort well, and recent reviews repeatedly praise the grounds and breakfast.

The trade-off is consistency. Tripadvisor guests are noticeably less enthusiastic, with recurring reports of dated rooms, drain smells and uneven restaurant service; Expedia reviews also flag occasional air-conditioning failures. These aren't everyone's experience, but they're worth weighing in Mérida's heat. The main square is roughly a 20–25-minute walk away, rather than around the corner. We'd skip it if polished service, reliably fresh rooms or immediate access to the cathedral area are priorities.

  • Best for: families wanting spacious suites; travelers exploring by car; sightseers focused on Paseo de Montejo

  • Watch out for: recurring room-maintenance and odor complaints; uneven restaurant service; longer walk to Plaza Grande

  • Location: Convenient for Paseo de Montejo and Paseo 60; farther from the cathedral and main square.

  • Rooms: Spacious suites are a strength; some guests report dated fittings, drain smells or faulty air conditioning.

  • Cleanliness: Strong overall ratings on Booking.com and Expedia, despite some room-specific complaints.

  • Service: Many guests praise helpful staff, but restaurant service and problem handling receive mixed reports.

  • Amenities: Outdoor pool, gardens, gym, Balam restaurant, free Wi-Fi and free parking.

  • Fees and surprises: Breakfast may cost extra depending on the booking; parking is complimentary.

Axel's opinion of Hotel Palacio Maya, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Booking.com · Expedia · Tripadvisor. Reviewed Oct 20, 2026.

About Hotel Palacio Maya

  • Property type: Hotel
  • 4-star hotel
  • Calle 62 Numero 327 por 37 y 39, Merida
  • Guest rating: 4.5/5 on Google from 1,860 reviews (location 4.6/5)
  • Getting around (travel times from Google's hotel listing): Mérida International Airport: 20 min by taxi
  • Hotel policies: Extra bed: MX$180 per guest per night
  • Amenities: Outdoor pool, Children swimming pool, Breakfast, Restaurant, Bar, Fitness facilities, Free parking, Pets Not Allowed, Accessibility features, Free Wi-Fi, Business center
  • Check-in from: 15:00
  • Check-out by: 12:00
  • City page: Hotels in Merida

Room types

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Standard Double room (full double bed)

Quadruple Suite

Double Suite (full double bed)

Master Sextuple Suite

Presidential Double Suite (full double bed)

Jacuzzi Quadruple Suite

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