Regrettably, the Nest Hostel in Merida - a former client - is no longer open for business. Operations have been moved to Cancun, but there is no web site. To find similar budget accommodations or inexpensive hotels in Merida and the Yucatan, feel free to explore the links below:
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I am trying to determine the feasibility of buying a house in Merida and renting to tourists, students, etc. Could you either advise as to needs there or suggest another location?
I am sixty-six and have around $200,000 to invest in something that will make me a living down there. Thanks, Jay.
Jay,
We have watched the hostel scene in Merida change dramatically over the past five years, from only two to over a dozen, most struggling to survive due to the competition. We’re not experts in this field, but we would not suggest Merida as a place to invest in this way at this time.
There are two places we can think of that are underserved and growing in popularity: the colonial town of Izamal (about 40 minutes west of Merida) and the coastal town of Majahual, south of Tulum, on the “new” Costa Maya. If we were thinking of doing what you are contemplating doing, these places would be where we would begin our investigations.
Suerte!
I am coming to Merida for a bat conference that is being held at the Fiesta Americana hotel. However, I’d like to stay in a hostel. There seem to be some hostels not so far from the hotel, but I thought I’d ask just to make sure - is it safe to walk alone in the evenings about 3-5 blocks? Thanks!
Holy Hostels, Batman! There’s going to be a Bat Conference in Merida! Yes, it is safe to walk 3-5 blocks at night. We notice there is a Hobo Hostel on Calle 60 that isn’t far from the Fiesta Americana. It looks very nice and is in a renovated colonial building. There is also Suites del Sol, which isn’t a hostel, but furnished apartments with kitchens, etc. If you have someone who wants to share, this could be another economical way to spend your time in Merida.
You’d better off going somewhere where there is no competition.
I own a hostel in Chihuahua, right in front of the train station to the Copper Canyon. I charge 140 pesos per person for a dorm, and 260 for a small double-room. Most hostels in touristic cities charge 90 pesos per person because there are so many hostels around. I can do my prices because I have no competition.
Any question about starting a hostel biz, you are more than welcome to write to me.
Best regards.
Philippe
JAY I HAVE ONE HOSTEL FOR YOU ON DOWNTOWN STA. LUCIA HOSTEL