Merida

Travel Guide

Puente Romano
Roman Theatre and Amphitheatre
Merida
Acueducto de los Milagros featuring heritage architecture and a sunset
National Museum of Roman Art featuring heritage elements and interior views

Where to stay in Merida

Puente Romano

Merida Old Town

5/5(20 area reviews)

Historic sites, theaters, and museums highlight some of the noteworthy features of Merida Old Town. Make a stop by Roman Theatre or National Museum of Roman Art while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Merida Old Town
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Distrito 6

Visitors to Distrito 6 appreciate its restaurants. A visit to Puente Romano and Alcazaba might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.

Distrito 6
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Polígono Industrial El Prado

Polígono Industrial El Prado might not have many top sights, but Acueducto de los Milagros and Puente Romano are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Polígono Industrial El Prado
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Bellavista

1/5(1 area review)

You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Bellavista and you might want to plan a stop by Puente Romano and Plaza de Espana while you're in the area.

Bellavista
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Polígono Industrial Cepansa

While Polígono Industrial Cepansa isn't home to many top sights, Puente Romano and Alcazaba are some notable places to visit nearby.

Polígono Industrial Cepansa
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Polígono Industrial Carrión

Though Polígono Industrial Carrión might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Puente Romano and Plaza de Espana.

Polígono Industrial Carrión
Hotel ILUNION Mérida Palace
Hotel ILUNION Mérida Palace
5 out of 5
Plaza Espana, 19, Merida, Badajoz
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 396 per night from May 29 to May 30
AED 396
AED 435 total
includes taxes & fees
29 May - 30 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Merida. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (859 reviews)
"Restaurants not open most of the day. Hotel was wonderful. Valet parking a good service."

Reviewed on 13 May 2025

Hotel ILUNION Mérida Palace
AZZ Mérida Medea
AZZ Mérida Medea
4 out of 5
Av De Portugal S/n, Merida, Badajoz
The price is AED 233 per night from Jun 8 to Jun 9
AED 233
AED 256 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jun - 9 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Merida. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Puente Romano and Alcazaba ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (670 reviews)
"Demasiado alboroto de niños jugando en el patio. En los desayunos eché en falta poder degustar algún queso de Extremadura. En las habitaciones, deben solucionar, que el agua de la ducha no se derrame por el baño, las mamparas no estan bien ajustadas. Salvo estos detalles, la estancia fue positiva ..."

Reviewed on 15 May 2025

AZZ Mérida Medea
Hotel ILUNION Las Lomas
Hotel ILUNION Las Lomas
4 out of 5
Av Reina Sofia, 78, Merida, Badajoz
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 237 per night from May 29 to May 30
AED 237
AED 261 total
includes taxes & fees
29 May - 30 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Merida. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (508 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel staff conditions fantastic"

Reviewed on 5 May 2025

Hotel ILUNION Las Lomas
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Apartamentos Petronila 1881
Apartamentos Petronila 1881
2 out of 5
Calle Santa Eulalia 20., Merida, Extremadura
Stay at this apartment in Merida. Enjoy laundry facilities, housekeeping, and an outdoor tennis court. Popular attractions Temple of Diana and Plaza de Espana ...
10/10 Exceptional! (32 reviews)
"Perfect location for a combination of ancient Rome with a vibrant present"

Reviewed on 13 May 2025

Apartamentos Petronila 1881
Camping Mérida
Camping Mérida
1 out of 5
Carr de Extremadura, Km 336, Merida, Badajoz
Stay at this campground in Merida. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Circo Romano and Interpretation Center Las VII ...
Camping Mérida
"Des cafards dans le lit, climatisation en panne, pas de couverture, micro onde en panne, plaque de cuisson en panne....."

Reviewed on 6 November 2018

Camping Mérida
CAPITOLIO Apartamentos Turísticos
CAPITOLIO Apartamentos Turísticos
3.5 out of 5
Travesía De Cervantes, 2, Merida, Badajoz
Stay at this 3.5-star boutique aparthotel in Merida. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Basilica of Saint Eulalia ...
Great location
"We had a nice stay at the property. We were a little disappointed that we were given a room with 2 twin beds, after requesting 1 double bed. The rest of the room was great. Very spacious. The location was fantastic! Easily walkable to everywhere we wanted to go. Restaurants, sights, etc. Merida is ..."

Reviewed on 24 April 2023

CAPITOLIO Apartamentos Turísticos
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Roman Theatre and Amphitheatre

Roman Theatre

5/5(11 reviews)

Enjoy a show at Roman Theatre, a theater with a story to tell in Merida. Experience the area's theater scene and entertainment venues.

Roman Theatre
Puente Romano

Puente Romano

5/5(11 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Merida when you stop by Puente Romano. Experience the area's theater scene and entertainment venues.

Puente Romano
Plaza de Espana

Plaza de Espana

4.5/5(12 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Merida with a trip to Plaza de Espana. Experience the theater scene and museums in this walkable area.

Plaza de Espana
Temple of Diana

Temple of Diana

4.5/5(9 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Merida with a stop at Temple of Diana. Experience the area's theater scene and entertainment venues.

Temple of Diana
Acueducto de los Milagros

Acueducto de los Milagros

5/5(8 reviews)

Find out about the history of Merida when you spend time at Acueducto de los Milagros. Experience the area's theater scene and entertainment venues.

Acueducto de los Milagros
Circo Romano

Circo Romano

4.5/5(5 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Merida when you stop by Circo Romano. Experience the area's theater scene and entertainment venues.

Circo Romano

Reviews of Merida

4.6
Top Destination
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3 - Okay
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Great city off beaten path. Still large but felt intimate. Many Roman structures. Easy to walk all over.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Merida is really a sleepy town, but the Roman ruins are yours to explore at your leisure!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Enjoyed our visit.