ECO-CHIC HOUSE, PRIVATE POOL, CULTURE, CENTRO | House in Mérida
2 Bedroom House in Centro, Mérida
A living tree grows straight through this house.
The architect who designed Casa del Árbol refused to cut it down, and built the house around it instead. It's the first thing guests photograph and the reason they remember the place. Below it: a walled garden with a chukum pool — the traditional Maya bark plaster that gives the water its milky turquoise, lit from within after dark.
The house is 1,900 sq ft in Mérida's historic center, restored with a lot of care and no showing off. Sleeps six.
THE LAYOUT
Downstairs: a bright living room open to the garden, a fully equipped kitchen with island seating, a dining area, a BBQ, handwoven hammocks, and a half bath. Everything opens outward.
Bedroom 1, upstairs: king bed, private bathroom, and a private terrace that looks into the tree canopy and down over the garden and pool. This is the room people ask for.
Bedroom 2: two queen beds, private bathroom. Works for children, teenagers, or a second couple traveling with you.
Two and a half bathrooms in total, which matters when six people share a house.
WHAT'S HERE
Air conditioning in every room. Starlink internet at 100 Mbps, genuinely stable, video calls hold. A dedicated desk. Washer. Netflix and international cable. Board games, pool toys, and full baby equipment. Free parking on the property, which is rare in the historic center and changes everything if you rent a car.
WHO IT SUITS
Families with young children, we're a family of four who have traveled with our own kids for fifteen years, and the house is set up the way we'd want one set up for us. Couples traveling together who need two real bedrooms with two real bathrooms. Remote workers who need a desk and silence. Older travelers who want a ground-floor living space and no stairs to the kitchen. And anyone who has decided that a hotel room in Mérida is not the way to see the Yucatán.
LGBTQ+ guests are warmly welcome.
THE NEIGHBORHOOD — honestly
We're inside the historic center but on the quiet side of it. This is a street of real Yucatecan houses, corner shops, and neighbors who bring chairs onto the sidewalk in the evening. You will not hear bars at 2am.
That does mean a walk to the postcard sights rather than a step outside onto them:
Centenario Zoo and park — about 10 minutes on foot Parque Santiago and its market — about 11 minutes Mérida Cathedral and Plaza Grande — about 19 minutes Merida English Library — about 19 minutes Santa Lucía and its restaurants — about 23 minutes Mérida airport (MID) — about 10 minutes by car
In practice: a pleasant morning walk to the Zócalo, or a three-minute ride for a couple of dollars when it's 95°F. We think the trade is worth it, and so have most of our guests.
THE YUCATÁN, PROPERLY
We live in Mexico, and we'll share the list we actually use: the haciendas still off the tour circuit, the cenotes without buses in the parking lot, the Saturday organic market, the restaurants worth the drive. Tell us what you're interested in before you arrive and we'll put together a plan for your days.
PRACTICAL NOTES
Mérida is hot year round. Every room is air conditioned and the pool is usable twelve months a year. From May through October, expect short heavy showers in the late afternoon, then clear evenings.
Self check-in is available at any hour with help from the building staff, and a trusted local contact is reachable throughout your stay in Spanish, English, or French.
Stays of a month or longer are welcome and priced accordingly.
We have hosted for eight years across our two Mexican houses, with a 4.95 average over 245 guest reviews. We take that seriously.
This 2 Bedrooms House provides accommodation with Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Air Conditioner, Security/Safety, for your convenience. This House features many amenities for guests who want to stay for a few days, a weekend or probably a longer vacation with family, friends or group. The rental House has 2 Bedrooms and 3 Bathrooms to make you feel right at home.
Check to see if this House has the amenities you need and a location that makes this a great choice to stay in Centro. Enjoy your stay in Centro at this House.
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Amenities
Policies
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property long-term renters welcome note from host: upon prior advise and agreement parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 10 safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Reviews
FAQ's
Is this property pet-friendly for guests?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.
Does the property have a swimming pool?
Yes, this Centro house has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.
How much does it cost per night to stay in property?
Best-rates for the Centro house starts from $193 per night with includes Sports/Activities, Breakfast, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Air Conditioner, Security/Safety, Child Friendly, Kitchen, Parking, View, Bedding/Linens, Wellness Facilities, Internet, Pool, Guest Services, Entertainment, Laundry, Pet Friendly, TV, Private Pool, Ocean View, Balcony/Terrace with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.
Is property a family-friendly place to stay?
Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this house Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the house has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.
Is the property wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?
Based on the information received from our partner, the Centro house has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.
What is the minimum night stay policy for the property?
Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Centro house indicates 1 day stay policy at this house. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.
What cancellation policy is in place for property?
Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.
