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Tranquil Tropical Oasis in the Historic Center

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Beach
Terrace/patio
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Explore the area

Map
Merida, YUC
  • Popular LocationPlaza Grande13 min walk
  • Popular LocationUS Visa Applicant Service Center13 min walk
  • Popular LocationMérida Cathedral14 min walk
  • AirportMerida, Yucatan (MID-Manuel Crescencio Rejon Intl.)11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Tranquil Tropical Oasis in the Historic Center

Centrally located on a quiet street with limited car traffic and NO BUS TRAFFIC 3 blocks from the Parque Santiago and 6 blocks from the Plaza Grande this lovely home is 3000 square feet with a Living Room and large screen TV, Dining Room with seating for 6 (additional seating for 4 on the terrace), large fully equipped kitchen, 3 bedrooms all with their own bath and air conditioning and 2 covered terraces overlooking the full size swimming pool (not a splash pool) and the beautiful tropical garden.
There is also a garage for off street parking.
The home is on a quiet non-through street eliminating much of the traffic noise common to many of the streets downtown.
50 Inch Smart UHD Roku/Netflix TV
CHECK IN IS 4 PM AND CHECKOUT IS 11 AM. LATE DEPARTURES AND EARLY ARRIVALS WILL BE ACCOMMODATED WHEN POSSIBLE.

NOTE: STAYS LONGER THAN 3 WEEKS DO NOT INCLUDE THE COST OF ELECTRICITY

WHEN ENTERING THE # OF GUESTS PLEASE DO NOT INCLUDE KIDS UNDER 12 OR THE SITE WILL ADD THE ADDITIONAL GUEST FEES.....KIDS STAY FREE

Property manager

Ken Donnelly

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Fenced private pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower only
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking indoors will result in a $100 cleaning fee

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Golf on site
  • Table tennis on site
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 30

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Tranquil Tropical Oasis in the Historic Center Mérida

About the area

Mérida

Located in Mérida, this holiday home is in the city centre. Travellers who have shopping on the agenda can visit Paseo de Montejo and Plaza Altabrisa. Travelling with kids? Consider Zoological Park of Centenario, or check out an event or a game at Kukulcan Stadium. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Plaza Grande - 13 min walk
  • US Visa Applicant Service Center - 13 min walk
  • Mérida Cathedral - 14 min walk
  • U.S. Consulate Merida - 6 min drive
  • Yucatan International Convention Center - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Merida, Yucatan (MID-Manuel Crescencio Rejon Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taquería La Lupita - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Café Montejo - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Placer & Delirio - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bar la Campana Grande - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪La Pulquerida - Cantina Latina - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Tranquil Tropical Oasis in the Historic Center have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Tranquil Tropical Oasis in the Historic Center pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tranquil Tropical Oasis in the Historic Center?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tranquil Tropical Oasis in the Historic Center?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tranquil Tropical Oasis in the Historic Center located?

Located in the centre of Mérida, this family-friendly holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Casa Frederick Catherwood and Mérida Cathedral. Paseo de Montejo is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) away.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 62 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 62 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 62 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 62 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 62 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Randall v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Truly tropical oasis
Host, ken and mgr Rosalinda could not have been more responsive or helpful. Lots of Vrbo rentals lack comfy seating but not this one. Most appreciated. Pool is great.
Stayed 17 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don L.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great place in a great location
Wow, just Wow! Even our kids said, "this is great!" when we entered. The pictures don't do this place justice. It is really a great place. And the location is awesome as well. The home is really nice, lots of attention to detail. The home is laid out well with the kitchen opens out to the enclosed backyard. Which of course has a pool. It truly is an oasis, with palm trees and other cool plantings. Birds visit the yard in the morning. Location wise, perfect. Calli 63 is a quiet street at this end, plenty of parking. It's an 8 block walk to Plaza Grande, the central plaza of Centro Merida. Lots going on here and the oldest cathedral in the americas, Catedral de Mérida - San Ildefonso. A 4 block walk to the north and you get to Plaza Santiago. This is more of a neighborhood plaza also with lots going on. Live bands and dancing, vendors, we even saw a Mayan performance with music and dancing. Our family of 6 never felt cramped. Sitting on the back patio was very peaceful. The only complaint was the hot water was slow to get to the master bathroom and was short lived. This seems to be a Mexico thing though. We stayed at 3 places and they were all iffy on hot water. Actually Casa Amber was the best when it came to hot water. And the TV had lines on the screen, but we aren't really a TV family so, it didn't bother us. The host was very responsive, though we didn't have any real issues. If we could give this place 6 stars, we would.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joy B., Burnet, Tx

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome little gem
We stayed a week here at Casa Ambar and it was awesome! Property is as described, neighborhood is quiet with the exception of nearby construction during the day but not enough to disturb your peace at the pool or patio. Walking distance to the plaza, many restaurants and shopping or you can also call a Didi which is very inexpensive. I would highly recommend Casa Ambar and would definitely stay here again next time I'm in Merida.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

Elia B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stay away! Deceiving listing! Not comfortable!
The pictures are of low resolution, and only show you what they want you to see. This is by far and without a doubt the dirtiest place I have ever stayed in! Bathrooms were NOT clean! There spots around the toilet on the floor from a man standing up and peeing! This is disgusting! The shower head in the master and guest restrooms are clogged up with calcification and green mildew! The shower knobs have deposits from the water on them and they feel sticky! Imagine having to turn the water off after you are done bathing and having to wash your hands right after! Disgusting!!!!! Master bath had a fowl smell coming from it, and we had to keep the door closed because it was a breeding ground for mosquitoes. Kitchen: the oldest utensils, plates that I have ever seen still in use. The sponge left for us to clean the dishes, should not be in use anymore. We had to go buy a new one! Kitchen towels were old and smelly. Glass cups were turned up, so naturally had a couple of bugs inside and dirt. That's why we had to wash them. There was no napkins/napkin roll! The first VRBO not to have one! We bought one and left it! Also the third day, a Napkin roll appeared magically, so we had 2 now! Privacy anyone? Again the first VRBO to not provide sugar for coffee. There an open bag of sweetener inside the fridge, but no sugar. This is Mexico! Coffee without sugar is a big no no! The paint inside the house is all chipping, the colors are no longer vibrant like the pictures show you! The rooms are outdated and the light fixtures on the nightstands are extremely old. I am ok with old and rustic, with a little charm. But the kind of old I am talking about is the way over used, down to the knobs that you have to play with them a couple of minutes before you can turn the lights on or off! The hand towels smelled bad. The bath towels were clean! The shower floor was horrible. Every shower had a clear plastic anti-slip rug. You could see the mold right under it, it's see through! We showered with our flip flops on! Patio furniture is dirty, old and poop stained! Walls are poop stained from birds and animals. Construction going on on both sides of the house with workers peeping in as you are enjoying the pool. The AC's were noisy and ceiling fans too! Very stressful place! Clearly mismanaged and neglected. We found out that someone accessed the property twice during our stay while we were gone for the day! This is a breach of privacy and no communication offered
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

S C., Portland,Oregon

Merida
Backyard lovely. Received multiple bug bites inside home and out. Recommend spraying property regularly. Classic Mexican style home. Decor could use some updating. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location in Historic Centre (Centro Historico)
We closed out 2022 and began 2023 in this great location. We were on vacation and this lovely home was a perfect "home" base for us. It is walking distance to "Plaza Grande" and "Parque Santiago", both great places to walk around and find great food. The listing is very accurate and all of the amenities made it feel like our home. At night we would unwind by jumping in the pool and relaxing. If/When we go back to Merida, this property will definitely be on top of our list for places to stay. On a side note, we had an issue (Leak) in one of the restrooms that caused small puddle of water. Nothing major but when I notified the property manager, she responded promptly and notified us that someone would stop by the next day to repair it the leak. I was very impressed being that we called on NYE and I was expecting to leave a message BUT she answered and explained the "issue". Again, that was not a major factor in us enjoying our stay. Thank you for allowing us to stay at your property and hope we can do it again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas 2022
The house is lovely. The garden and pool were beautiful and the ping pong table out in the pavilion was a great surprise. It rained for about half of our stay so we ended up using that ping pong table quite a bit. It was a fun way to unwind after our day trips around the area. Don’t miss Ruta Puuc, well worth the drive! I highly recommend this property if you are planning a trip to Merida.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Greg J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Thanksgiving Trip
This property is beautiful and feels like an authentic Mexican casa. As other reviews have said the air conditioning is only in the bedrooms but the back yard and pool are so nice we were rarely too warm. Everything was well stocked including a blender for piña coladas. Don’t expect a sterile, hotel type experience. This is a historic home and mosquitoes find the little cracks and crevices but the positives far outweighed the negatives. The location was close enough to walk to the plaza grande and markets. It was fairly quiet at night too.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leonard R., Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness
Merida - Great place, great city.
My wife and I were in Merida for a month. We thoroughly enjoyed the city and the accommodation was superb (conveniently located and comfortable). Always looked forward to returning to our place after our exploration of the city.
Stayed 31 nights in Oct 2022

4/10 Poor

Adriana A.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Disappointed
The positive: Check-in was super easy and they were kind enough to allowed us to drop off our luggage prior to the check-in time. Thank you. The other one was that the rooms all had AC. The negative: Not sure where to start. Arriving we noticed the house was not cleaned. the bathrooms looked like they were cleaned but they were dirty where you sit down. :-( The pool was very dirty. this is very disappointed because someone came into the house without prior notification and I didn't appreciate someone going inside while we were not there or at least they should've given us a heads up. A dirty bag with clothes was left in the entrance room couch. Not good. The floors were not cleaned. To make it worse the front room which I don't recommend anyone staying because literally you hear all the cars/trucks passing by and you can not sleep at all. Well both beds had the sheets dirty. I'm most positive of that, for one the bed sheets are super old, they lost part of the colors and I have a feeling they were dirty and were not washed or changed from when the last time they rented the house. The bed sheets were turned where I think the last person turned it around and one of the pillow case was also flipped over and the other one was the correct way it's supposed to be so that only tells me the people that stayed in both beds did that because they wanted to make sure they were sleeping on the pillow cases that no one slept on. Now, where the house is, not for 2 girls to walk on their own. Now don't get me wrong it's very safe but some streets are dark because some houses are falling apart and no one is living there so no light but for 1 girl or 2 to walk at night I would feel a little scared but we never had any issues walking. I did feel safe. It is a good 15 min walk about 9 blocks from the main center of Merida. I'm very very disappointing because of the money that we paid. I think a hotel would've been way better. As one of my sisters said the house has a lot of potential but the cleaining is the # 1 HUGE issue that they need to fix.. This is why it was very disappointed because I was really looking forward to this house based on the pictures.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022