3 reviewed party hostels · from €8.34/night · Hostelworld rated
Mérida’s nightlife doesn’t shout: it hums. On weekends, Calle 60 in the centro fills with students and backpackers spilling out of bars like La Negrita Cantina, where tequila flows until 3 AM and the jukebox plays everything from cumbia to rock en español. The hostel scene is small but lively, with Hostik leading the charge. It’s the only place in town where you’ll find a bar inside the dorms, beer pong tournaments on Tuesdays, and a crowd that’s always up for a last-minute trip to a cenote or a rooftop party. Most hostels cluster around the Zócalo, so you’re never more than a 10-minute walk from the action.
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Che Nomadas ignites Mérida's party scene with legendary 'Che Nights' featuring beer pong championships, karaoke, and themed parties. The stunning pool area hosts daytime socials, while the vibrant courtyard with hammocks creates perfect pre-drink vibes. Located between Plaza Grande and Paseo de Montejo, it's steps from the city's best bars and salsa clubs.
Hostik rocks Mérida's social scene with its rooftop parties and poolside gatherings. The hostel's bar and games room keep the energy high, while thrice-weekly family dinners transform into epic social events. With a gorgeous garden for pre-drinks and prime location near the city's hottest venues, Hostik guarantees unforgettable nights out.
Guaya Hostel brings the party with its social pool area and evening gatherings in the shared lounge. Group activities regularly evolve into impromptu bar crawls, while the central location ensures easy access to Mérida's nightlife. Free social events and activities create perfect opportunities for meeting fellow party-goers and exploring the city's vibrant bar scene.
Organised nights out with a local guide
A fortnightly crawl that hits three bars and a club, starting at Hostik. Includes a welcome shot, a beer at each stop, and free entry to Mambo Café for salsa dancing. The crawl visits La Negrita Cantina and Pik Nik, and ends around 2 AM. Groups are small: usually 10–20 people: and the guides are bilingual.
How Merida's nightlife zones break down
The historic heart of Mérida, where colonial buildings and plazas like the Zócalo set the scene. Calle 60 and Calle 62 are the main strips for bars and hostels, with most places within a 10-minute walk. The area is safe and lively, but noise can be an issue if you’re staying on the main drags.
A quieter neighbourhood just north of the centro, known for its park and weekly *vaquería* (traditional Yucatán dance) performances. Bars here are more local, like La Fundación Mezcalería, and the crowd is older. Hostels are cheaper, and it’s a 15-minute walk to the Zócalo.
A residential area with a handful of expat-friendly bars and cafés. It’s a 20-minute bus ride from the centro, but the vibe is relaxed and less touristy. The *Mercado de Itzimná* is a great spot for cheap eats, and a few hostels cater to long-term travellers.
Where the hostel pub crawls end up, and where to go on your own
The only hostel in Mérida with its own on-site bar. Expect cheap beer (35 MXN for a Pacifico), beer pong tournaments, and a mix of backpackers and locals. The crowd is young, friendly, and always up for a spontaneous night out. Gets loud from 9 PM, especially on Fridays when the hostel organises a pub crawl.
A Mérida institution since 1921. The walls are covered in vintage photos, and the jukebox plays everything from ranchera to reggaeton. Happy hour runs from 5–7 PM, with 2-for-1 margaritas. By 11 PM, the place is packed with students and travellers. No cover charge, but arrive early for a table.
A dimly lit mezcal bar with over 50 varieties to try. The bartenders will guide you through a tasting flight (120 MXN) if you’re new to mezcal. Live music: usually jazz or blues: starts at 9 PM. Crowd is a mix of expats and locals, and it’s one of the few places open until 2 AM on weeknights.
The best spot for salsa dancing in Mérida. Free salsa lessons start at 9:30 PM, followed by a live band or DJ. Entry is 50 MXN after 10 PM, which includes a drink. The dance floor gets sweaty by midnight, and the crowd is a mix of ages: mostly locals who know how to move.
A rooftop bar with a view of the cathedral. Happy hour (6–8 PM) offers 40 MXN beers and 60 MXN cocktails. The vibe is relaxed early on, but it gets busier after 10 PM when DJs spin house and techno. Cover charge is 30 MXN on weekends, but it’s worth it for the breeze and the view.
A bohemian café by day, a live music venue by night. Bands play everything from indie rock to ska, and the crowd is mostly locals in their 20s and 30s. Entry is free before 10 PM, 40 MXN after. The courtyard fills up fast, so arrive early if you want a seat.
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