Gay Pride march in Merida
Colonial City with a happening gay scene
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The capital of Yucatan state, Mérida, has a thriving gay scene. The city's ambiance is colonial and the climate is tropical. And it is close to famous tourist sites like the Mayan ruins of Chitzen Itza as well as to the beach resorts of the Riviera Maya such as Cancun and Playa del Carmen.
For other places in Yucatán state, please see the Yucatán state page.
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Upcoming events in Merida, Yucatán
October 15-20, 2021: Ella Mexico Lesbian Festival
ELLA Mexico Festival is culture, music and art for the LBTQ+ women in the gorgeous city of Merida Yucatan, the Mayan paradise in Mexico.
Talks with international speakers, networking sessions, nature, literature, and the First Queer Fashion Show in Latin America. Enjoy with the best international artists and DJs.
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Landmarks
Plaza Grande
Also called The Zocalo or Plaza de la Independicia. Main public park bounded by calle 60 and 62, and calle 61 and 63. Lots of cruising. Caution: Many rent boys. Part of the circuit, that includes Parque Hildago at calle 60 and 59 and Santa Lucia area at Calle 60 por 55.
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Hotels, B&Bs
Casa Del Maya Bed and Breakfast
Six room gay owned B&B in historic Santa Ana Park. Walk to parks, restaurants, museums, galleries, shops and markets. Complimentary full breakfast, pool, air conditioning, Wi-fi, TV, in-room safes.
(999) 181 1880
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Average room rate: $80 USD View on map
Casa Macorina
Small gay owned guesthouse with your hosts Javier y Ricardo. Rooms with private bath and kitchenette. +52 999 217 5233 see reviews on TripAdvisor View on booking.com Average room rate: $475 MXN View on map
Hacienda Santa Cruz
Exclusive gay friendly hotel with a gourmet restaurant. Supporter of Merida Gay Pride. They are 10 min away from the airport (7 miles) and 15 min away from the center of the city (8.6 miles). (999) 254 0541 see reviews on TripAdvisor View on booking.com Average room rate: $169 USD View on map
Ochenta y Dos
An urban bed & breakfast located in the heart of the beautifully preserved colonial city of Merida, Ochenta y Dos is gay owned and offers world class accommodations with 4 poolside guestrooms and amenities that include king size beds, luxurious bedding, rain showers, WIFI, swimming pool, steam room, roof terrace, full breakfast, pool side snacks and a daily happy hour; all with a personal attention to ensure a relaxing stay. 999 192 4085 Average room rate: $82 USD View on map
Villa Verde Merida
Boutique Inn in a beautifully restored colonial mansion located in the heart of historic Merida Centro. Large property with 5 guestrooms offering an assortment of private and social spaces, including large pool, private garden, clothing optional sundeck, and seating inside and outside of each room. Complimentary breakfast and cocktail hour free drink in our outside cantina bar overlooking the swimming pool courtyard. Gay owned, gay friendly, and gay recommended by Fodor’s and Instinct Magazine. US number: 1 614 500 7118 see reviews on TripAdvisor Average room rate: $140 USD View on map
Bars, Discos
Blúe Disco
Gay bar with strippers, DJ, outdoor terrace. Formerly called Bluenamu Cabaret. +52 999 436 0487 View on map
Bullpen Bar
Gay sports bar with strippers and gogos. 9992 747045 View on map
Jorge's Cantina Imperial
Officially Cantina Imperial but normally just called Jorge's. This dive bar is full of men daily for big cheap beers. Friday, Saturday nights this worker's bar is filled with gay men. Some rent boys. Snacks. View on map
La Fundación Mezcaleria
Hip gay friendly bar with cocktails and an outdoor patio. Art exhibitions, special events. Sometimes live music, sometimes DJ. +52 999 159 6389 see reviews on TripAdvisor View on map
Papis
Gay bar and disco. Gogos and strippers. Daily drink specials. Snacks and meals. Karaoke. +52 999 217 5233 View on map
PK2 Disco Bar
Disco and bar with a younger crowd to grab a drink with friends or to mingle with the locals. The music is loud but the vibe is casual. Occasional strippers spice up the energy, but it's more of a divey feel than a club scene. Drinks are cheap. Has a nice enclosed outdoor space. +52 999 154 6012 View on map
Temptation Social Club
Gay Dance club. Friday-Saturday men only, other nights men and women welcome. +52 999 995 2828 View on map
Zeus Bar
Bar with DJs, dancing, gogos and strippers 52 999 163 7735 View on map
Restaurants
Botella Verde
Gay owned pool side bar/café offering full bar and small plates. Located in the historic Hotel Villa Verde Merida. 2x1 Happy Hour daily from 4:00 to 7:00. Pool pass available for $100 peso which includes a beer, towel, Wi-Fi and changing space. Open Wed – Sat 1:00pm to 9:00 pm.
999 290 7759 see reviews on TripAdvisor View on map
Bathhouses, Saunas, Massage, Cruising Clubs, Cruising Areas
Banana Azul
Turkish Bath with limited facilities: 2 steam rooms, video, changing room, massage, soft drinks. Open daily 3pm - 9pm.
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La Caza Vapor
La Caza means "the hunt". Sauna for men with indoor and outdoor pools, steam room and Hindu themed decor. Discretion. View on map
Phone 61
Cyber cafe with private booths for browsing the net which can be very cruisy late at night. Some discrete action takes place in the booths. View on map
Gyms, Yoga, etc
Armor Gym
Mixed but gay friendly gym that has been a sponsor of the Merida LGBT Pride March. Weights, cardio, spinning, classes. +52 999 209 8230 View on map
Sex Shops
Sexopolis Sex Shop
Toys, games, and articles for adults. Second location downtown at Calle 61 between 52 and 54. +52 999 287 9045 View on map
Travel Agencies, Tours
Merida Gay Tours
Experiences for the gay traveler in the Yucatan +52 9993505518 View on map
Permanently closed places
The following venues have been reported as permanently closed but we have listed them here as other less current websites may still be listing them as open. If there is a place in this list that has reopened or one above that has closed, please advise us at info@gaymexicomap.com
Hotels, B&Bs: Casa Sonrisa
Hotels, B&Bs: Posada Santiago Guesthouse
Bars, Discos: Angeluz
Bars, Discos: Bar Rafaris
Bars, Discos: Foxxys Platinum 5 stars
Bars, Discos: La Comadre
Bars, Discos: La MalQuerida Cantina
Bars, Discos: Macumba II
Bars, Discos: Milk Gay Club
Bars, Discos: Pride Cabaret
Bars, Discos: Restaurante Bar La Sirena
Bars, Discos: Rush Bar Terraza
Bars, Discos: Scalibur Disco
Bathhouses, Saunas, Massage, Cruising Clubs, Cruising Areas: Ciber Zoom Zoom
Bathhouses, Saunas, Massage, Cruising Clubs, Cruising Areas: La Cueva Merida
Bathhouses, Saunas, Massage, Cruising Clubs, Cruising Areas: Olympus Spa for Men
David B.
I had read that Mexico is considering legalizing marijuana for recreational use and wondered if the laws would change before my visit in the last week of January 2016?
thanks, Dave
December 15, 2015
Gay Mexico Map
No. This was a very narrow court decision that applies only to four people so far. It is likely that it will proceed but expect changes to take years not months. More info here.
December 15, 2015