Chelem
Mérida
Popular places to visit
Progreso Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Progreso Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Mérida. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Paseo de Montejo
Walk down this beautiful tree-lined avenue for a little taste of all the things that make Mérida such a charming place to visit.
Mérida Cathedral
Visit chapels and survey impressive works of religious art inside this ancient church, an imposing building in the historical center of Merida.
Yucatan International Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Yucatan International Convention Center during your trip to Mérida. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Plaza Grande
Locals stop for friendly chats and large shady trees line the paved walkways. This main square is truly the heart of downtown Merida.
Cenotes Cuzama
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Cenotes Cuzama during your travels in Cuzama. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Things to do
Isla Columpios & Progreso Day Trip
Progreso All-Inclusive xcambo mayan ruins Adventure & beach break
Top hotels in Chelem
Jáalk'ab Cabañas
Pelican Inn at Las Dunas Resort
Incredible staff who are so accommodating and humble! The prices are fantastic. Restaurant very delicious. We will definitely be back!
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
CASA BUDDHA CHELEM
Owners, and everyone who runs this place were amazing, its a family own and operated, they are truly caring, friendly and super attentive to anything we needed. We loved our stay💖
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Cabañas Frida
Amazing and wonderful 🙏💙
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Pelican Inn at Las Dunas Chelem Hotel
I didn’t like that they didn’t accept credit cards and had to either pay in cash or wire transfer which didn’t work for us. Luckily we had enough Mexican pesos to cover payment. Also they showed that our reservation was canceled but they were able to accommodate us.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2025
In front of the beach with power and wifi included!
There was no mention of full on construction taking place on both sides of the house. The workers were gawking and making comments in Spanish. We were so disappointed in our planned week stay. Ending up costing us more money to find something in short notice. Yes. I did get 100% refund; but we wanted ...
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Chelem
Puerto Yucalpetén
While Puerto Yucalpetén may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Progreso Beach and Progreso Lighthouse.
Chuburna Puerto
You might consider checking out Chelem Park while you're exploring Chuburna Puerto and the larger Progreso area.
Progreso Centro
While Progreso Centro isn't home to many top sights, Progreso Beach and Progreso Lighthouse are some notable places to visit nearby.
Boulevard Turístico Malecón
While visiting Boulevard Turístico Malecón, you might make a stop by sights like Progreso Beach and Meteorite Museum.
Chicxulub Puerto
Travellers like the beaches in Chicxulub Puerto, and Playa Uaymitun is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Zona Industrial
If you're spending some time in Zona Industrial, Plaza Galerias Mall and Great Museum of the Maya World are top sights worth seeing.
