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
June 18, 2022: Sexual Diversity March / Pride Mérida
Merida will have its pride march on June 18, 2022.
More informationPublish your event here
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 Ana Bed and Breakfast
Lesbian owned and run bed and breakfast inn with four rooms. 
+52 999 924 0005
Average room rate: $50 USD
Average rating: 99 Exceptional View on map
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. +52 999 181 1880
View on booking.com Average room rate: $115 USD Average rating: 96 Exceptional 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 Average room rate: $475 MXN Average rating: 97 Exceptional 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 View on booking.com Average room rate: $169 USD Average rating: 91 Excellent View on map
Ochenta y Dos
A gay owned urban bed & breakfast located in the heart of Merida. Offers 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. 999 192 4085 View on booking.com Average room rate: $82 USD Average rating: 98 Exceptional View on map
Bars, Discos
Eros Bar 2.0 by Detalles
Gay bar with shows, food. +52 999 154 6012 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. Average rating: 80 Very Good View on map
La Comadre
Gay bar with drag shows and gogos. Reopened in a new location in Nov 2021. +52 999 637 9757, 999 156 1096 Average rating: 88 Excellent View on map
Mandala by Blúe
Gay bar with strippers, DJ, outdoor terrace. Formerly called Bluenamu Cabaret and Blúe Disco. +52 999 907 7081 View on map
Papis
Gay bar and disco. Gogos and strippers. Daily drink specials. Snacks and meals. Karaoke. +52 999 268 8316 Average rating: 88 Excellent View on map
Restaurants
La Fundación Mezcaleria
Hip gay friendly bar and restaurant with cocktails. Art exhibitions, special events. Sometimes live music, sometimes DJ. +52 999 159 6389 Average rating: 83 Very Good View on map
¡Tuyo y Mío! Restaurant Bar
New LBGT restaurant and bar opened on Apr 9, 2022 View on map
Bathhouses, Saunas, Massage, Cruising Clubs, Cruising Areas
La Caza Vapor 
La Caza means "the hunt". Sauna for men with indoor and outdoor pools, steam room and Hindu themed decor. 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 Average rating: 90 Excellent 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, Experiences
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
Hotels, B&Bs: Villa Verde Merida
Bars, Discos: Angeluz
Bars, Discos: Bar Rafaris
Bars, Discos: Cantina Bullpen
Bars, Discos: Foxxys Platinum 5 stars
Bars, Discos: La MalQuerida Cantina
Bars, Discos: Macumba II
Bars, Discos: Milk Gay Club
Bars, Discos: PK2 Disco Bar
Bars, Discos: Pride Cabaret
Bars, Discos: Restaurante Bar La Sirena
Bars, Discos: Rush Bar Terraza
Bars, Discos: Scalibur Disco
Bars, Discos: Temptation Social Club
Bars, Discos: Zeus Bar
Restaurants: Botella Verde
Bathhouses, Saunas, Massage, Cruising Clubs, Cruising Areas: Banana Azul
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
Bathhouses, Saunas, Massage, Cruising Clubs, Cruising Areas: Phone 61
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