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Hostel Hostel La Casa del Tio Rafa

Hostel La Casa del Tio Rafa

Calle 65 No 589 x 72 y 74 Col. Centro, 97000 Mérida, Mexico – Great location - show map

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7.9
Good
118 reviews
  • Facilities

    7.5

  • Cleanliness

    7.7

  • Comfort

    7.6

  • Value for money

    8.2

  • Location

    8.3

  • Total

    7.9

  • Free WiFi

    8.1

Rafa is really cool guy, chill vibes in the hostel! For sure good value for money for money :)

Tadas Mexico

As it was just the two of us for 4 nights we felt like beeing in a Home Stay which we loved. Tio Rafa, the hostel owner is a warm-hearted person who really made our stay. As we were taking spanish classes at "la Calle" which is only 3min walk away he took the time to speak spanish with us 😊 We were also looking forward to breakfast every day as it was freshly made and prepared with so much Love. Every day we got something else and as one of us is vegetarian he also put this into his weekly breakfast plan. The hostel is also close to the City Center (10min walk) and 5 min away from the ADO bus station.

Christi Austria

Great big breakfast! Room included also private bathroom (which we didn't expect). Close to ADO bus station and to the city center. Nice price/value ratio.

Lukas Czech Republic

Great personally cooked breakfasts. Nice garden to sit in, even a pool if you fancied a dip. Made to feel very welcome.

Barbara United Kingdom

Great location, helpful staff and yummy breakfast!

Jill Australia

I felt very welcome! U can use kitchen and the outside area is really nice :) also the location is great! Thanks for a great stay! It’s maybe not super luxurious but it was clean and value for money is great.

Nadine Germany

Everyone was very friendly and the hostel was close to the center. The free breakfast was delicious as well! The price for a private room plus breakfast is unbelievable and there were no obvious downsides to that price at all. Overall we really enjoyed our stay and would come back.

Diana Germany

La ubica Buena y desayuno no hubo x las medidas de sanidad por la pandemia

Gremli Mexico

Muy buen lugar, cómodo y limpio y la atención del anfitrión, siempre pendiente

Darinel Mexico

Lugar acogedor con una bonita terraza en la zona trasera

Gari002 Spain

Staff

8.6
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Hostel La Casa del Tio Rafa

Hostel La Casa del Tio Rafa

7.9
Good
118 reviews
  • 8.6

    Staff

  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Rafa is really cool guy, chill vibes in the hostel! For sure good value for money for money :)”

    Tadas Mexico

    “As it was just the two of us for 4 nights we felt like beeing in a Home Stay which we loved. Tio Rafa, the hostel owner is a warm-hearted person who really made our stay. As we were taking spanish classes at "la Calle" which is only 3min walk away he took the time to speak spanish with us 😊 We were also looking forward to breakfast every day as it was freshly made and prepared with so much Love. Every day we got something else and as one of us is vegetarian he also put this into his weekly breakfast plan. The hostel is also close to the City Center (10min walk) and 5 min away from the ADO bus station. ”

    Christi Austria

    “Great big breakfast! Room included also private bathroom (which we didn't expect). Close to ADO bus station and to the city center. Nice price/value ratio.”

    Lukas Czech Republic

    “Great personally cooked breakfasts. Nice garden to sit in, even a pool if you fancied a dip. Made to feel very welcome.”

    Barbara United Kingdom

    “Great location, helpful staff and yummy breakfast!”

    Jill Australia

    “I felt very welcome! U can use kitchen and the outside area is really nice :) also the location is great! Thanks for a great stay! It’s maybe not super luxurious but it was clean and value for money is great. ”

    Nadine Germany

    “Everyone was very friendly and the hostel was close to the center. The free breakfast was delicious as well! The price for a private room plus breakfast is unbelievable and there were no obvious downsides to that price at all. Overall we really enjoyed our stay and would come back.”

    Diana Germany

    “La ubica Buena y desayuno no hubo x las medidas de sanidad por la pandemia”“0”

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    Gremli Mexico

    “Muy buen lugar, cómodo y limpio y la atención del anfitrión, siempre pendiente”“0”

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    Darinel Mexico

    “Lugar acogedor con una bonita terraza en la zona trasera”“0”

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    Gari002 Spain

Stay in the heart of Mérida – Great location - show map

Located 500 yards from Mérida’s main square and cathedral, La Casa del Tío Rafa offers free breakfast and free Wi-Fi in public areas. Rooms and dorms include fans and security lockers.

Dorms at the Casa del Tío Rafa hostel have fans and shared bathrooms, while some private rooms feature an en suite bathroom. Laundry services are available on request.

Mérida Bus Station is around 250 yards from La Casa del Tío Rafa, while a range of bars and restaurants can be found within 550 yards. The Yucatán Contemporary Art Museum is 13 minutes’ walk away.

This is our guests' favourite part of Mérida, according to independent reviews.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.2 for a two-person trip.

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뀐 Situated in the real heart of Mérida, this property has an excellent location score of 8.3

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7.9
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  • Staff8.6
  • Facilities7.5
  • Cleanliness7.7
  • Comfort7.6
  • Value for money8.2
  • Location8.3
  • Free WiFi8.1

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  • Tadas Mexico

    “Rafa is really cool guy, chill vibes in the hostel! For sure good value for money for money :)”

  • Christi Austria

    “As it was just the two of us for 4 nights we felt like beeing in a Home Stay which we loved. Tio Rafa, the hostel owner is a warm-hearted person who really made our stay. As we were taking spanish classes at "la Calle" which is only 3min walk away he took the time to speak spanish with us 😊 We were also looking forward to breakfast every day as it was freshly made and prepared with so much Love. Every day we got something else and as one of us is vegetarian he also put this into his weekly breakfast plan. The hostel is also close to the City Center (10min walk) and 5 min away from the ADO bus station. ” Read more

  • Lukas Czech Republic

    “Great big breakfast! Room included also private bathroom (which we didn't expect). Close to ADO bus station and to the city center. Nice price/value ratio.”

  • Barbara United Kingdom

    “Great personally cooked breakfasts. Nice garden to sit in, even a pool if you fancied a dip. Made to feel very welcome.”

  • Jill Australia

    “Great location, helpful staff and yummy breakfast!”

  • Nadine Germany

    “I felt very welcome! U can use kitchen and the outside area is really nice :) also the location is great! Thanks for a great stay! It’s maybe not super luxurious but it was clean and value for money is great. ”

  • Diana Germany

    “Everyone was very friendly and the hostel was close to the center. The free breakfast was delicious as well! The price for a private room plus breakfast is unbelievable and there were no obvious downsides to that price at all. Overall we really enjoyed our stay and would come back.” Read more

  • Gremli Mexico

    “La ubica Buena y desayuno no hubo x las medidas de sanidad por la pandemia”“0” Read more

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  • Darinel Mexico

    “Muy buen lugar, cómodo y limpio y la atención del anfitrión, siempre pendiente”“0” Read more

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  • Gari002 Spain

    “Lugar acogedor con una bonita terraza en la zona trasera”“0” Read more

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Property surroundings *
Guests loved walking around the neighbourhood!
Great location - show map
Located in the historic old town

Stones from Mayan ruins were reused to build the colonial cathedrals and palaces of Merida's old city.

What's nearby
  • Merida Bus Station
    0.3 miles
  • Main Square
    0.6 miles
  • Merida Cathedral
    0.6 miles
  • Montejo Avenue
    1 miles
  • La Mejorada Park
    1 miles
  • Carlos Iturralde Stadium
    2.9 miles
  • Kukulcan Stadium
    3 miles
  • Star Medica Clinic
    4.6 miles
  • Mundo Maya Museum
    4.7 miles
  • Altabrisa Mall
    4.8 miles
Top attractions
  • Dzibilchaltun Archeological Site
    8.8 miles
  • Yucatán Golf Club
    8.8 miles
Closest airports
  • Manuel Crescencio Rejón International Airport
    3 miles
How to get to Hostel La Casa del Tio Rafa from Manuel Crescencio Rejón International Airport
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Facilities of Hostel La Casa del Tio Rafa

Outdoors
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Pets
  • Pets are not allowed.

Activities
  • Library
Internet
  • Wired internet is available in the business centre and costs MXN 17.51 per hour.

Parking

    No parking available.

Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Tour desk
Safety & security
  • Safety deposit box
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

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12:00 - 23:00

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Children are not allowed.

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The minimum age for check-in is 50

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Pets are not allowed.

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The fine print

Please note only registered guests are allowed on the property and in the rooms. For safety reasons, any other visitors are not permitted entry.

Please note that guests should bring their own padlock for the security lockers.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Please inform Hostel La Casa del Tio Rafa in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

FAQs about Hostel La Casa del Tio Rafa

  • Hostel La Casa del Tio Rafa offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Library

  • Check-in at Hostel La Casa del Tio Rafa is from 12:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Hostel La Casa del Tio Rafa is 1,000 yards from the centre of Mérida.

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to Hostel La Casa del Tio Rafa by:

    • Taxi 15min

  • The prices at Hostel La Casa del Tio Rafa may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

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  • Staff8.6
  • Facilities7.5
  • Cleanliness7.7
  • Comfort7.6
  • Value for money8.2
  • Location8.3
  • Free WiFi8.1

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