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El Palacito Secreto

3.5 star property
Hotel with 2 outdoor swimming pools, near Paseo de Montejo

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Free daily cooked-to-order breakfast
Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Pool View | Room amenity
Body treatments, hot stone massages, deep-tissue massages, body wraps
Terrace/patio
Body treatments, hot stone massages, deep-tissue massages, body wraps
El Palacito Secreto, in the heart of Mérida Centro, offers a calm atmosphere. Visitors can book spa treatments, swim in two pools, or wander the garden. The attentive staff consistently earns praise from guests.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Room options

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Luxury Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Luxury Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Luxury Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Terrace | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Luxury Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Terrace

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Pool View | Room amenity

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Pool View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Poolside | Room amenity

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Poolside

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Pool View | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Quadruple Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Quadruple Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Exclusive Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Exclusive Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Luxury Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
393 Calle 66, Centro, Mérida, YUC, 97000

What's nearby

  • Parque Santa Lucía - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Mérida Cathedral - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Yucatan International Convention Center - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • US Visa Applicant Service Center - 5 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • U.S. Consulate General Mérida - 6 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Teya-Merida Station - 28 min drive
  • Mérida International Airport (MID) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Negrita Cantina - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pizza E Core - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Él Apapacho - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪El Gallito - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chill-Akil Centro - ‬4 min walk

About this property

El Palacito Secreto

Hotel near Paseo de Montejo
Near Mérida Cathedral and Yucatan International Convention Center, El Palacito Secreto provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Treat yourself to a facial, a hot stone massage, or a body wrap at the onsite spa. Free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities are available to all guests.
Additional perks include:
  • 2 outdoor pools along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Tour/ticket assistance, a 24-hour front desk, and a front-desk safe
  • A water dispenser, luggage storage, and a vending machine
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and separate sitting areas

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Full-service spa

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 5 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

El Palacito Secreto Hotel Merida
El Palacito Secreto Hotel
El Palacito Secreto Merida
El Palacito Secreto Hotel Mérida
El Palacito Secreto Mérida
El Palacito Secreto Hotel
El Palacito Secreto Mérida
El Palacito Secreto Hotel Mérida

Frequently asked questions

Does El Palacito Secreto have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

Is El Palacito Secreto pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at El Palacito Secreto?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at El Palacito Secreto?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at El Palacito Secreto?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is El Palacito Secreto located?

Located in Mérida Centro, this spa hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Merida English Library and Paseo de Montejo. Mérida Cathedral and Yucatan International Convention Center are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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El Palacito Secreto Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 46 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property- would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed four nights and highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was stunning! The staff was beautiful and so helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria del Sagrario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
EXCELENTE
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

NEIL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a very pleasant stay at this small hotel fashioned from an historic building. It is nicely appointed. The rooms are elegantly furnished and very comfortable. The pools at the center of the courtyard form an oasis from the outside world.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful oasis of calm , lovely decor and design boutique hotel , and lovely pool , with different style rooms ! Definitely a great choice when in Merida
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful place. Only complaint is the dogs next door barking all the time at night. Very annoying.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Blanca

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
El hotel está muy bonito, no me gustó que el agua de la alberca estaba helada! No tenían caldera por lo cual no la pudimos utilizar. El menú del desayuno (venía incluido) era lo mismo todos los días y no tenías más opciones. No había Televisión en la habitación. La lámpara de la habitación con polvo, el agua de la habitación sabía raro y no la cambiaban todos los días. Nos cobraron comisión por el pago con Tarjeta de crédito de consumos, no nos informaron con anticipación. No regresaría a este hotel.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best Kept Secret

Beautiful location in the heart of Merida. Wonderful little secret palace. Go here and you will love it.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was so close to great restaurants and all the areas you should go see. All the downtown attractions were a 10-15 min pleasurable walk. The snacks and water and coffee/ tea always available was amazing too! Definitely one of the nicest places I’ve stayed…. The room was so romantic!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place but noisy at night
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Charming hotel but not the best location

Lovely hotel with excellent staff. Delicious breakfast. Location was a little out of the way. More than a half mile to the major squares, restaurants and shopping. Pretty much nothing in the immediate area. That said Ubers are very inexpensive if you don’t want to walk.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

KIMBERLY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Pros and cons

Gorgeous small hotel about 1 mile from Centro. Nothing nearby, a long walk to restaurants, shops , etc. excellent staff, great breakfast included, pool too cold to swim in, showers terrible (low water pressure and shower head way too high. I’m 5’4, was about 2 ft above my head so I never could get hair rinsed).
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hôtel typique. Très bon séjour. Cocktail très bon, ainsi que le petit déjeuner. Je recommande
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Arul

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
There were 3 big C. ROACHES in the room. I had a terrible night and no they didn't even refund me. The pool was not operational. I have a picture of a big roach on the bed if anyone wants to see it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ali Hassan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is a hidden gem! Its a real hidden palace. The staff was extremely helpful and always available for advice. The bed was comfortable and showers luxurious. Food was delicious. The place was quite and well kept. My only problem was that wifi was not reaching my room so had to walk across the hallway to get connected
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The name says it all. The hotel is barely noticable on the street unless you are looking for it. When you walk in it opens into a beautiful courtyard that screams "relaxation!". The staff was wonderful and helped us schedule a COVID test to return back home. There was breakfast in the morning to start our day and a nice pool for a swim to end our day. We received a nice massage from the spa too. Note to travelers Merida is VERY hot compared to oceanfront cities. Drink plenty of water.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

David, Lakeland Florida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel in the US would cost over $1000 per night . It’s such a beautiful boutique hotel, I felt like royalty when staying there. Beautifuly furnished , landscaping and pool areas rival a mansion.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay

The hotel is well kept and updated with modern features. The bath is excellent as well as the staff. Bring a mosquito repellent and you will be set. Very clean and warm staff. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Elzbieta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazingly beautiful property , close to the center of Mérida
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

OCTAVIO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Todo excelente muy bonito el hotel la ubicación excelente en forma general todo muy bien felicidades
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Katie, Portland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the first hotel my husband has actually ask to stay another night. We stayed here again despite us having a current non refundable amount at another hotel. You walk in and can not believe the amount of detail. Hand carved pillars and tile set against antique furnishings. We stayed in two different rooms and it felt like we were visiting the Queen of England. We purposely did not go see some sights so that we could have and excuse to come back to stay again. Fabulous staff and communication. The breakfast was hand prepared by a chef and was delicious. Only a few blocks from the square and supermarket. We ate at the Mercedo ( many venders) and the pizza place by the square both were excellent. The Mercedo also has live music every night of the week. The ruins Of Uxmal were even better then Chichen Itza. Dzibilchaltun has a fabulous Cenote. You will not be disappointed, I assure you.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Es un verdadero palacito!!! Una atención del personal única!!! Extremadamente amables!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Silvia Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excepcional!

Excelente lugar y concepto. Destacó la amabilidad y excelente trato de los anfitriones. Un lugar para olvidarse de todo y descansar. Detalles: no hay televisión en la habitación, no disponen de cochera o área de estacionamiento aunque en el buscador señalan que si tienen. Aun así excelente!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

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