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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
Body treatments, hot stone massages, deep-tissue massages, body wraps
Reception
In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$494
includes taxes & fees
29 July - 30 July

Explore the area

Map
393 Calle 66, Centro, Mérida, YUC, 97000
  • Mérida Cathedral
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Yucatan International Convention Center
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • U.S. Consulate Merida
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Merida, Yucatan (MID-Manuel Crescencio Rejon Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for 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
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

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

View all photos for Luxury Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Terrace

Luxury Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Terrace

Luxury Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Terrace

Highlights

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

View all photos for 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
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Exclusive Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Exclusive Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

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
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Quadruple Room, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Quadruple Room, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Quadruple Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

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

View all photos for 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
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Poolside

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Poolside

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Poolside

Highlights

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

View all photos for Luxury Room

Luxury Room

Luxury Room

Highlights

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

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About the area

Mérida

At El Palacito Secreto you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of popular places like Paseo de Montejo and Mérida Cathedral. Highlights at this hotel include 2 outdoor swimming pools, a full-service spa and free cooked-to-order breakfast. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages along with body wraps, body scrubs and mani/pedis. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, laundry facilities and fridge in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Mérida Centro hotel include Yucatan International Convention Center and U.S. Consulate Merida.

What's nearby

  • Parque Santa Lucía - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Mérida Cathedral - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Yucatan International Convention Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • US Visa Applicant Service Center - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • U.S. Consulate Merida - 2 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Teya-Merida Station - 28 min drive
  • Merida, Yucatan (MID-Manuel Crescencio Rejon Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Negrita Cantina - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪El Apapacho - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Paleteria las Rellenas de la 60 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Flamante Burgers & Friends - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cocina de Mar - ‬7 min walk

About this property

El Palacito Secreto

Hotel with 2 outdoor swimming pools, near Paseo de Montejo
El Palacito Secreto offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Free breakfast is served daily. Spa services, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly El Palacito Secreto. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Mérida hotel.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
El Palacito Secreto offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas and includes desks. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials and body wraps. The spa is open daily.

Languages

Dutch, English, Spanish

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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 transport

  • 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 lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • 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

Special check-in instructions

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

El Palacito Secreto Hotel Merida
El Palacito Secreto Hotel
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El Palacito Secreto Hotel Mérida
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at El Palacito Secreto?

El Palacito Secreto offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at El Palacito Secreto?

As of 8 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Palacito Secreto on 29 July 2025 start from AU$494.07, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at El Palacito Secreto?

Yep, El Palacito Secreto has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at El Palacito Secreto?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at El Palacito Secreto. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as hot stone massages.

Does El Palacito Secreto have a pool?

El Palacito Secreto has 2 outdoor swimming pools. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What makes El Palacito Secreto a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining and romance packages, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at El Palacito Secreto.

Does El Palacito Secreto serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is offered daily between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at El Palacito Secreto?

No, El Palacito Secreto does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at El Palacito Secreto?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at El Palacito Secreto?

No, only service animals are allowed.

El Palacito Secreto Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 43 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

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

Travelled with partner
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

Robert

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

tony

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 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

Adrian

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

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

Jenn

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

THIBAUT

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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 traveller

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Katie, Portland

Travelled with partner
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