We had two rooms for three nights last week at the lovely Angeles de Merida. Though unassuming from the street, the inn is absolutely beautiful within. Dawn, the owner, clearly has an amazing knack for interior decoration. I found myself snapping a million pictures in an effort to capture some of her ideas! The inn is a ten to fifteen minute walk from the town square, but still well within the historic district. The streets are extremely safe. We never felt even the slightest bit insecure out at night. We enjoyed the stroll back to the house every evening. Parking was very easy and secure on the street in front of the inn. It was also very easy to get to the inn from the Merida "beltway." Breakfasts were fantastic -- a full plate of mixed fresh fruit followed by something delicious every day -- one day homemade waffles, one day a torta with sausage and potatoes, one day probably the best scrambled eggs with ham I've ever had. I very highly recommend this Inn.

It's rare when a long-planned vacation ends up exceeding expectations, but our 1-week post-Thanksgiving stay in Merida was magical.

And our hostess, Dawn Cutts, was the wizard!

From the beautifully designed, meticulously detailed, decor of the her Guest House itself, to the fresh-fruited full breakfasts she prepared for us daily in her pool-side kitchen, to her always on-the-money advice about where to go and -- more importantly --where not to go...she made our trip one of the most memorable experiences we've ever had in Mexico.

And while my wife and I have been traveling to Mexico for years, this was my first trip to the wonderful Mundo Maya. Along with her 2 sisters from San Antonio, Texas, we marveled at the Zocalo on Sunday, the Mercado on Monday, and our day trips to the Cenotes and the Pyramids at Uxmal and Kabah.

Plus every restaurant Dawn sent us to was scrumptious. And our daily walks around town were always trouble-free and discovery-full. We returned to Dawn's house each day bearing great gifts for home.

We'll be back as soon as we can, especially to sample some more freshly made sorbet at the El Colon Dulceria off the main square and to continue our discoveries of Mayan and Mexican History at the magnificent Anthropology Museum on the Paseo Montejo or as I like to call it the Belle Epoque "Mansion Mile."

We live in the Culture Capitol of New York City, but the culture available in the Center of Merida is as varied as it is compelling in its own right: from painting, to music, and theatre--which is why a return-trip is a must for us.

And we wouldn't stay anywhere else but Angeles de Merida!

As Dante himself might say about Merida were he able to time-travel:
"Abandon Fear All Who Enter Here"!

We were recomended to this hotel by some good friends, they travel a lot so we trust their recomendations. So glad we took their advice.

We had a wonderful weekend in Merida staying at the Villa, fantastic staff, great service. Large and very comfortable rooms - but it's the gardens that make this place incredible. From the courtyard fountain garden, to the large gardens around the pool, to the hidden fountain garden at the rear of the property - quite fantastic.

Merida is a lovely place, wonderful people, so full of culture and history. The dancing in the zocolo on Saturday night, the Sunday morning food vendors in front of the cathedral. Quite marvelous.

Having, what felt like, your own private hacienda to retire and rest at - simply wonderful.

I found the website for Angeles de Merida Bed & Breakfast when i was searching for an authentic place to stay in Merida. I kept coming back to this site because it just looked so warm, inviting, and beautiful. The owners, Jim and Dawn, were exceptionally helpful during the booking process and booked a trip to Uxmal and Kabah for us before we even arrived.
When we got to the B&B, it was everything I had hoped for and more. First off Angeles de Merida is simply stunning. Attention to detail was given to the decor, it has a beautiful sense of style, and just being there was a treat for the eyes. The rooms overlook a lush courtyard and pool area, so the view is stunning. The rooms are beautifully decorated, spacious, and that same attention to detail is paid in everything from the beautiful linens to the couple robes. Each morning we looked forward to sitting in the common area and enjoying the wonderful breakfasts that were prepared, and chatting with Dawn and Jim. Merida is a gorgeous colonial city that is alive and vibrant. The location of this B&B is prime, as it is away from the hustle and bustle yet close enough to walk to the center of town.
We were there over Christmas and thoroughly enjoyed all the festivities. We felt the true spirit of Christmas within the city. Dawn and Jim treated us like family, and we shared a lot of fun moments with them - we walked away from this experience feeling like we had made some new friends.
We simply cannot say enough about the beauty of Merida, the spirit of Merida, and the wonderful hospitality we experienced while we were at Angeles de Merida. We count this short stay in Merida as one of the most memorable vacation experiences we have ever had. No stay in the Yucutan would be complete without spending time at Angeles de Merida.