Casa Olivia, Mérida, Mexico

Push open a carved wooden door, and the city hum melts into birdsong and the trickle of a fountain.

Casa Olivia is an intimate, design-forward hideaway of just 4 suites in Mérida’s historic center—limewashed walls, hand-laid pasta tiles, and a courtyard perfumed with jasmine and sour orange. 

It feels more like a friend’s impeccably restored casa than a hotel, with sunlight pooling across antique Yucatecan furniture and linen-draped beds.

What Makes It Special

• Boutique scale: Only 4 suites—private, tranquil, and highly personal.
• Historic bones, contemporary eye: A restored colonial home with curated Mexican crafts and vintage pieces.
• Lush inner life: Palm-framed courtyard, plunge pool, and candlelit patios for slow evenings.
• Sense-of-place details: Henequén textiles, pasta tiles, and regional ceramics.

A Day at Casa Olivia

Morning

Wake to swallows over the courtyard. Breakfast is papaya and mango dusted with chile-limón, warm conchas, and coffee with piloncillo on a shaded veranda.

Afternoon

Wander to nearby plazas and galleries; return for a dip in the courtyard plunge pool, lime trees throwing dappled light across the water. A siesta on cool linen sheets, ceiling fan whispering overhead.

Evening

Sip a tart margarita of local sour orange as the house glows with candlelight. Dinner is a short stroll away: cochinita pibil folded into fresh tortillas, or octopus kissed by the plancha and hibiscus.

Night

Crickets, distant church bells, and the soft scent of jasmine; a stone bath, then bed under a gauzy canopy.

Insider Tips for Casa Olivia

• Plan day trips to the Puuc archaeological sites and cenotes with help from the hosts.
• Use hotel-arranged airport transfers if arriving from Mérida or Querétaro.
• Book early—only a few rooms, and often fully booked.
• Bring comfortable shoes for cobblestone walks around the historic center.
• No need for a car in central Mérida—taxis and rideshares are easy and affordable.
• Expect personalized service—breakfast times and the menu can often be adapted to your schedule.

Why We Love It (Curated Highlights)

At Hotelagio we hand-pick only stays that feel truly one-of-a-kind. This property made our list because of these rare details:

• Private, candlelit courtyards that turn every evening into a scene.
• Collector’s touch—handpicked Yucatecan textiles, ceramics, and vintage pieces.
• Sanctuary suites with deep stone tubs and cool pasta-tile floors.
• Tropical hush in the heart of the city—palms, birdsong, and a petite plunge pool.

For Whom

For couples: Intimate suites, soaking tubs, courtyard cocktails—romance in low light.
For design lovers: Heritage architecture, refined edits, and materials with provenance.
For slow travelers/remote workers: Calm, residential vibe; reading nooks and courtyard tables (confirm Wi-Fi needs in advance).

Quick Facts (Luxury Snapshot)

Location: Mérida, Yucatán, Mexico—~20–25 minutes from Mérida International Airport (MID)
Rooms: 4 suites (some with soaking tubs and private terraces)
Rates: From USD 749 (worth it for the privacy, craft-rich design, and house-like exclusivity)
Best for: Couples, design aficionados, culture seekers, slow travelers
Style: Boutique historic casa with contemporary Mexican design