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    The Diplomat Boutique Hotel

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    #1 of 95 Hotels in Merida
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    Calle 78, No. 493A, Between 59a & 59 | Colonia Centro, Merida 97000, Mexico
    011 52 55 4161 1702
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    385 reviews
    #1 of 95 Hotels in Merida
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    “honesty bar”(16 reviews)
    “vegetarian breakfast”(7 reviews)
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    Free Wifi
    Free Parking
    Breakfast included
    Air Conditioning
    Pool
    Non-Smoking Rooms
    4 Star Hotel
    Recently featured in Condé Nast Traveller, AFAR, Jetsetter, and Forbes. This little gem is an upscale jumping off point for discovering the colourful streets of Merida, adventuring to Mayan Ruins or seeking out cenotes and haciendas. The Diplomat’s hip decor and relaxed atmosphere are...
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    Location and contact
    Calle 78, No. 493A, Between 59a & 59 | Colonia Centro, Merida 97000, Mexico
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    011 52 55 4161 1702
    4.5 km to Rejon Airport
    10 restaurants are within a 0.5 km radius
    2.3 km from Paseo de Montejo
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    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Absolute Heaven

    We stayed at The Diplomat for our honeymoon and had an incredible time (as in - WE DID NOT WANT TO LEAVE EVER!) Sara and Neil were awesome hosts: giving us local guidance, making us the most delicious breakfast and taking us through tequila tastings!...More

    Thank LaurenTurbo
    Response from Diplomat_Management, Owner at The Diplomat Boutique HotelResponded yesterday

    Thank you, and we didn't want to see you go either! We're already looking forward to your next visit to Merida & The Diplomat!

    Reviewed 18 June 2018
    A true Oasis, offering impeccable hospitality.

    I cannot recommend The Diplomat highly enough, and certainly concur with the former reviews. Having arrived in Merida, a very vibrant city, but also a little chaotic, I was warmly greeted by Neil and Sara, who made sure that I was settled in a spacious...More

    1  Thank O8411VTpeter
    Response from Diplomat_Management, Owner at The Diplomat Boutique HotelResponded yesterday

    A big thanks for the thoughtful review, we're thrilled your stay was memorable. Gracias!

    Reviewed 11 June 2018
    A Perfect Hotel with Amazing Owners

    Wow. I seriously will not be able to say enough positive things about this place! My wife and I had already booked an Airbnb in Merida that turned out to be bug-infested and dirty. A bit desperate, I started immediately looking for alternative accommodations and...More

    2  Thank Angie G
    Reviewed 11 June 2018
    Magical Place

    If you’re trying to decide on a place to stay while in Merida, then do yourself a favor and book this hotel right now! Neil and Sara are the best hosts you could ever ask for, and they’ve created an absolutely beautiful space to stay....More

    Thank Elizabeth G
    Reviewed 7 June 2018 via mobile
    Simply Wow

    We arrived tired and weary after a long day at this real oasis, with wonderful hosts who spent so much time, with us, it was like meeting old friends after a long time. Everything is superbly maintained and the vegetarian breakfast Sarah prepared was simply...More

    Thank Gauravkgupta
    Response from Diplomat_Management, Owner at The Diplomat Boutique HotelResponded 9 June 2018

    Gaurav, Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a sweet review, we're thrilled that your family enjoyed their stay and we hope to see you in Kolkata one day. We are very much looking forward to spending some time exploring that...More

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    Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
    Pool
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    Bar/Lounge
    Breakfast included
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    Breakfast included
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    US$234 - US$347 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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    #1 Luxury Hotel in Merida
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    Suites, Non-Smoking Rooms
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    US$234 - US$347 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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    #1 Luxury Hotel in Merida
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    22 September 2016|
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    Response from BGB B | Reviewed this property |
    It's an easy drive to the beach if you are going to Progresso from Merida and you have a rental car. Do not expect too much from Progresso, the beaches aren't great and the water is not what you will be hoping for. You... More
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    21 August 2015|
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    Response from Diplomat_Management | Property representative |
    Hola! Thanks for your inquiry. To get to the Cathedral it takes about 15 minutes if you're walking quickly, 20 minutes if you're on vacation and 2 hours if you're a photographer and like to take your time. It's a... More
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    Room Tips
    "Great pool, large suites, amazing breakfast included, awesome honesty bar, great retail shop"
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    "A true boutique hotel, with sizable room spaces, offering exquisite personal attention."
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    "Our room was the closest to the street - and you could still hear some traffic noise, despite the fact that..."
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    "All of the rooms are great. Two are near the entrance and two are near the pool. Choose based on your own..."
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