Hostal Zocalo - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with free breakfast, steps from Mérida Cathedral

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Front of property - evening/night
55-inch Smart TV with digital channels, streaming services
Family Room (c/ baño y ventilador) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace
Terrace/patio
Deluxe Double Room | Living area | 55-inch Smart TV with digital channels, streaming services

Reviews

7.6 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Habitación sencilla con baño y ventilador

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually decorated
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Desk
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Room (c/ baño y ventilador)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually decorated
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Desk
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

Hab triple 3 individuales

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
2 bathrooms
Digital channels
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Deluxe Studio Suite

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Select Comfort bed
Sofa bed - queen
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Habitación triple con A/C y baño compartido 1 Mat + 1 Ind

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
2 bathrooms
Digital channels
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Habitacion sencilla con baño y A/C

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Digital channels
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Habitacion con balcon vista a la plaza

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually decorated
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
2 bathrooms
Digital channels
Desk
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

Dormitorio Exclusivo Damas

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
2 bathrooms
Digital channels
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Dormitorio compartido mixto, aire acondicionado

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
2 bathrooms
Digital channels
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually decorated
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
2 bathrooms
Digital channels
Desk
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Select Comfort bed
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Hab sencilla con ventilador y baño comp

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually decorated
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
2 bathrooms
Digital channels
Desk
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
508 Calle 63 Centro, Mérida, YUC, 97000

What's nearby

  • Plaza Grande - 1 min walk
  • Mérida Cathedral - 2 min walk
  • Parque Santa Lucía - 7 min walk
  • US Visa Applicant Service Center - 9 min walk
  • U.S. Consulate Merida - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Mérida International Airport (MID) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Trapiche - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dulceria y Sorbeteria Colon - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Los Bisquets Bisquets Obregón - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Italian Coffee Company - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Gorditas Doña Gorda - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hostal Zocalo - Hostel

Hostel near Mérida Cathedral
You can look forward to free breakfast (local cuisine), a free grocery shopping service, and a rooftop terrace at Hostal Zocalo - Hostel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as shopping on site and a garden.
Other perks at this hostel include:
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, a TV in the lobby, and a water dispenser
  • Luggage storage, multilingual staff, and smoke-free premises
  • A 24-hour front desk, tour/ticket assistance, and pet grooming services
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Showers and soap
  • 55-inch Smart TVs with streaming services and digital channels
  • Decks/patios, ceiling fans, and housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7 AM–10 AM
  • 1 restaurant
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Things to do

  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Front-desk safe
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Library
  • Lockers available
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Lever door handles
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Shared refrigerator
  • Smoke-free property
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Ceiling fan
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 55-inch Smart TV
  • Digital channels
  • Streaming services

Outdoor space

  • Deck or patio

More

  • Desk
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Individually decorated
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Laptop-friendly workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of MXN 100 per pet, per day, plus a deposit of MXN 100 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Pet grooming services are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 11 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: MXN 100 per stay
  • Pet fee: MXN 100 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Hostal Zocalo Hostel Merida
Hostal Zocalo Mérida
Hostal Zocalo Merida
Hostal Zocalo - Hostel Mérida
Hostal Zocalo - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Hostal Zocalo - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Mérida

Frequently asked questions

Is Hostal Zocalo - Hostel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total). There's a deposit of MXN 100 per stay and a fee of MXN 100 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Hostal Zocalo - Hostel?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Hostal Zocalo - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hostal Zocalo - Hostel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Hostal Zocalo - Hostel located?

Located in Mérida Centro, this hostel is steps from Museo Casa Montejo and Mérida Cathedral. Plaza Grande and Municipal Palace of Merida are just steps away.

Hostal Zocalo - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 54 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jesus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Just needs some repair’s
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place looks cool but it's actually pretty bad. The window in my room had no curtain so light would come in night and early morning -- and the manager refused to help. Loud music throughout the day. No hot water. The bed was hard as rock and chair in the room was disgusting with stains. I placed a towel on it so I could sit on it. The location was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing Location, very helpful.
Ck in with young lady took a long time, and we had 3 rooms, and she put us all in one BIG room, which was ok for only one night. Hunter and Luis went the extra mile when we had to leave VERY early and fed us breakfast. Location is amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location, helpful staff, but air conditioner was inadequate for the daytime temperatures.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not a Great Place to Stay
I would only stay here if you need to stay in El Centro and no other place in the area is available. They didn’t have the bed I reserved, but I didn’t feel like finding another place, so they sold me on a private room. It was overpriced for what it was. Overall the dirtiest hostel I’ve stayed at in Mexico. It was currently undergoing renovations it seems, but the bathrooms were gross with a constantly leaking toilet and only a curtain for stalls. The WiFi didn’t seem to work well anywhere in the hostel. No one there speaks English, so you had better know at least some Spanish.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

6/10 Okay

KING LUEN

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love Merida
Great location, lots of choices for breakfast, great coffee. Other guests are friendly, very family-friendly like
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Katharine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location, right in the middle of everything. Cool building. Currently under construction, but still cozy and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

4/10 Poor

Ricardo

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay... after 2019. Maybe.
the location is ideal. And two of the ladies that work there, Julisa and Patricia, are really nice. But...the guy at the reception couldn't or wouldn't find my reservation on the computer and wanted to charge me about a thousand pesos more for the same accommodations. I show him the hostels.com price and he had to reevaluate his price. The place is nice but it is been remodeled and there was noise, dust, paint cans, and none of this was mentioned before hand. My biggest disappointment was the restrooms. I have seen better facilities at low end bus stations in Mexico. You can tell right away that a worker designed the place and that the architect built it. Would I recommend the place... yes but not right now. Wait until is finished, the bathroom redone, and someone else is at the reception, then it will be a great place to stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2019

2/10 Terrible

YasengY, Seal Beach, CA

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I thought opting for a historic hostal by the plaza mayor would be a great entry to Merida and the Yucatan. WRONG: 1) the staircase was a steep ascent with dubious hand rail broken at the start; 2) remodeling caused tiles, buckets, toilets, etc to line walkways to the rooms and bathrooms; 3) price went from 600 pesos on Orbitz for a private AC room to 700 pesos for a fan room with shared bathroom, basically a private dorm room with 3 beds by the street; 4) nonstop noise as it's above a convenience store and the trucks came by at all hours to restock the store; 5) breakfast was descent, omelette and fruits, waffle mix was empty eventhough we were there by 8:30AM; 6) my hubby went to the bathroom and found a roach in his shoe! Yuck. Overall, NEVER again! Plenty of other places charging 700 pesos or less a night with far better rooms and appeal. So very disappointed Orbitz allowed this place on their list. Sub-standard!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

J, New Mexico

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hostel is located near the central plaza. It’s within walking distance to many bars, restaurants, and the CAME bus terminal. The staff is friendly. Breakfast is delicious and offers an excellent opportunity to meet other travelers. I would highly recommend this place
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

6/10 Okay

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great locations at a budget price
Great location and good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and breakfast
Amazing location right in front of plaza grande where there was always something happening.the room was quiet and the bathroom was clean.it probably has the best breakfast I have had in a hostel :)
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

6/10 Okay

Kenneth

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Great Location
Located just across the street from the main Square. Great breakfast - eggs, fruit, cereal, bread, coffee. Undergoing renovation so a bit messy. Great staff. Good vibe. Can be noisy with guests talking, etc. in the common areas until about 11 pm. A little shabby but acceptable given the price, location, and breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Luis Miguel

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Gloria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
La ubicación y el personal son un 10 y el edificio tuvo que ser maravilloso en el pasado. En la actualidad, es triste ver lo descuidado que está el edificio, aunque tiene mucho encanto ver cómo lo han convertido en una pequeña galería de arte.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Federico

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
No hubo jugo en los desayunos..Es necesaria mayor variedad de guisados en ek buffete
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Ana Cecilia

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Vera

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Limpia y segura
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024