Xtepen
Mérida
Popular places to visit
Progreso Beach
Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Progreso Beach, a popular beach in Mérida. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants.
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.
Yucatan International Convention Center
Learn about the events happening at Yucatan International Convention Center during your trip to Mérida. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
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.
Mérida Cathedral
Visit chapels and survey impressive works of religious art inside this ancient church, an imposing building in the historical center of Merida.
Uxmal Archaeological Site
Learn about the local history of Santa Elena when you take a trip to Uxmal Archaeological Site. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the local chocolate shops and restaurants.
Things to do
Merida: Panoramic Sightseeing Bus Tour
Las Coloradas, Río Lagartos and Playa Cancunito Tour from Mérida
Uxmal and Kabah Ruins Tour with Chocolate History
From Merida: Chichen Itza Tour, Izamal, Cenote Ik Kil and Food
Uxmal, two Amazing Cenotes & Local Food Tour from Mérida
Motul, Hacienda, Xcambo, Pink Salt Mine & Progreso Day Trip
Top hotels in Xtepen
Hotel El Español Paseo de Montejo
"Clean and quiet, but basic room, in a good location. Good restaurant and great coffee shop"
Reviewed on May 28, 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Merida
"The food, the service was excellent Room was clean, only thing they need to clean all the chairs around the hotel"
Reviewed on May 28, 2026
Fiesta Americana - Merida
"Very nice hotel"
Reviewed on May 31, 2026
Gran Hotel Panamericana Merida
"Everything was great from the moment we got there till we left, staff was helpful and attentive. Rooms were clean, breakfast was also good we had breakfast there every morning."
Reviewed on May 31, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Merida Centro by IHG
"Great location"
Reviewed on May 19, 2026
Hyatt Place Merida/Via Montejo
"The staff was very accommodating the room was impeccable."
Reviewed on May 22, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Xtepen
San Juan
While San Juan isn't home to many top sights, US Visa Applicant Service Center and Plaza Grande are some notable places to visit nearby.
Barrio de Santiago
While visiting Barrio de Santiago, you might make a stop by sights like Casa Frederick Catherwood and Catherwood House Museum.
Mérida Centro
Mérida Centro is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Plaza Grande or US Visa Applicant Service Center.
Santa Lucia
While there might not be top attractions in Santa Lucia, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Plaza Grande and US Visa Applicant Service Center.
García Ginerés
When in García Ginerés, you can plan a visit to Paseo 60 and Casa Montes Molina Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Zona Paseo Montejo
While visiting Zona Paseo Montejo, you might make a stop by sights like Paseo 60 and Paseo de Montejo.
