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country: Mexico
phone: "+52 999-117-2972"
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**The Diplomat** Boutique Hotel

 [Calle 78, No. 493A 59 & 59a, Centro, Merida, Yucatan 97000 Mexico](//maps.google.com?q=Calle+78%2C+No.+493A%0A59+%26+59a%2C+Centro,Merida,97000) 
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# Press

 
[https://www.nytimes.com/2019/02/25/travel/shaped-by-meridas-artistic-soul.html](https://www.nytimes.com/2019/02/25/travel/shaped-by-meridas-artistic-soul.html)  
#### New York Times
 
Shaped by Merida's Artistic Soul
 
[https://www.nytimes.com/2019/02/25/travel/shaped-by-meridas-artistic-soul.html](https://www.nytimes.com/2019/02/25/travel/shaped-by-meridas-artistic-soul.html)
 
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[http://www.cntraveler.com/story/a-tour-of-merida-mexicos-most-creative-and-affordable-city](http://www.cntraveler.com/story/a-tour-of-merida-mexicos-most-creative-and-affordable-city)  
#### Conde Nast Traveler
 
A Tour of Mérida, Mexico’s Most Creative and Affordable City
 
[http://www.cntraveler.com/story/a-tour-of-merida-mexicos-most-creative-and-affordable-city](http://www.cntraveler.com/story/a-tour-of-merida-mexicos-most-creative-and-affordable-city)
 
[https://www.forbes.com.mx/forbes-life/tripadvisor-ubica-a-2-hoteles-mexicanos-entre-los-mejores-del-mundo](https://www.forbes.com.mx/forbes-life/tripadvisor-ubica-a-2-hoteles-mexicanos-entre-los-mejores-del-mundo)  
#### Forbes
 
Mexican Hotels Among Best in The World
 
[https://www.forbes.com.mx/forbes-life/tripadvisor-ubica-a-2-hoteles-mexicanos-entre-los-mejores-del-mundo](https://www.forbes.com.mx/forbes-life/tripadvisor-ubica-a-2-hoteles-mexicanos-entre-los-mejores-del-mundo)
 
[https://www.afar.com/magazine/6-b-and-bs-where-breakfast-is-the-star-attraction](https://www.afar.com/magazine/6-b-and-bs-where-breakfast-is-the-star-attraction)  
#### AFAR Magazine
 
Where Breakfast is the Star Attraction
 
[https://www.afar.com/magazine/6-b-and-bs-where-breakfast-is-the-star-attraction](https://www.afar.com/magazine/6-b-and-bs-where-breakfast-is-the-star-attraction)
 
[https://www.lonelyplanet.com/mexico/merida/hotels/the-diplomat-boutique-hotel/a/lod/02b7f59c-727c-4569-99d0-5c95e914b051/361710](https://www.lonelyplanet.com/mexico/merida/hotels/the-diplomat-boutique-hotel/a/lod/02b7f59c-727c-4569-99d0-5c95e914b051/361710)  
#### Lonely Planet
 
5 Consecutive Year's as LP's Top Hotel in Merida
 
[https://www.lonelyplanet.com/mexico/merida/hotels/the-diplomat-boutique-hotel/a/lod/02b7f59c-727c-4569-99d0-5c95e914b051/361710](https://www.lonelyplanet.com/mexico/merida/hotels/the-diplomat-boutique-hotel/a/lod/02b7f59c-727c-4569-99d0-5c95e914b051/361710)
 
[https://www.tripadvisor.com/TravelersChoice-Hotels-cSmall-g150768](https://www.tripadvisor.com/TravelersChoice-Hotels-cSmall-g150768)  
#### Tripadvisor
 
Best Boutique Hotel in Mexico - 2018 + 2019
 
[https://www.tripadvisor.com/TravelersChoice-Hotels-cSmall-g150768](https://www.tripadvisor.com/TravelersChoice-Hotels-cSmall-g150768)
 
[http://vera.ink-live.com/html5/reader/production/default.aspx?pubname=&edid=01bd3265-c922-4e1f-a127-e557bf86df17](http://vera.ink-live.com/html5/reader/production/default.aspx?pubname=&edid=01bd3265-c922-4e1f-a127-e557bf86df17)  
#### Virgin Atlantic
 
Virgin Atlantic Airlines Vera Magazine on the A-Z of the Yucatan
 
[http://vera.ink-live.com/html5/reader/production/default.aspx?pubname=&edid=01bd3265-c922-4e1f-a127-e557bf86df17](http://vera.ink-live.com/html5/reader/production/default.aspx?pubname=&edid=01bd3265-c922-4e1f-a127-e557bf86df17)
 
[http://nymag.com/travel/weekend-escapes/meridaart/](http://nymag.com/travel/weekend-escapes/meridaart/)  
#### New York Magazine
 
Seek Out the Stylish Side of Mérida Mexico
 
[http://nymag.com/travel/weekend-escapes/meridaart/](http://nymag.com/travel/weekend-escapes/meridaart/)
 
[https://www.westjetmagazine.com/story/article/living-local-merida](https://www.westjetmagazine.com/story/article/living-local-merida)  
#### Westjet Magazine
 
Expat couple shares their favourite places in Merida
 
[https://www.westjetmagazine.com/story/article/living-local-merida](https://www.westjetmagazine.com/story/article/living-local-merida)
 
[https://www.thediplomatmerida.com/media/pdfs/miami-herald-diplomat.pdf](https://www.thediplomatmerida.com/media/pdfs/miami-herald-diplomat.pdf)  
#### Miami Herald
 
Art has no borders in Merida Mexico
 
[https://www.thediplomatmerida.com/media/pdfs/miami-herald-diplomat.pdf](https://www.thediplomatmerida.com/media/pdfs/miami-herald-diplomat.pdf)
 
[https://www.jetsetter.com/magazine/where-to-go-in-2017/#merida-mexico](https://www.jetsetter.com/magazine/where-to-go-in-2017/#merida-mexico)  
#### Jetsetter
 
Where to go this year in Merida Mexico
 
[https://www.jetsetter.com/magazine/where-to-go-in-2017/#merida-mexico](https://www.jetsetter.com/magazine/where-to-go-in-2017/#merida-mexico)
 
[https://bigseventravel.com/2019/02/most-romantic-hotels-world/](https://bigseventravel.com/2019/02/most-romantic-hotels-world/)  
#### Big 7 Travel
 
The 50 most romantic hotels in the world
 
[https://bigseventravel.com/2019/02/most-romantic-hotels-world/](https://bigseventravel.com/2019/02/most-romantic-hotels-world/)
 
[https://www.thediplomatmerida.com/media/pdfs/escapism-magazine-the-diplomat-boutique-hotel.pdf](https://www.thediplomatmerida.com/media/pdfs/escapism-magazine-the-diplomat-boutique-hotel.pdf)  
#### Escapism Magazine
 
Mayan ruins, balmy beaches and stunning sights
 
[https://www.thediplomatmerida.com/media/pdfs/escapism-magazine-the-diplomat-boutique-hotel.pdf](https://www.thediplomatmerida.com/media/pdfs/escapism-magazine-the-diplomat-boutique-hotel.pdf)
 
[http://deltaskymag.com/Sky-Extras/Guides/Magical-Merida.aspx](http://deltaskymag.com/Sky-Extras/Guides/Magical-Merida.aspx)  
#### Delta Sky Magazine
 
A blend of colonial history and Mayan heritage
 
[http://deltaskymag.com/Sky-Extras/Guides/Magical-Merida.aspx](http://deltaskymag.com/Sky-Extras/Guides/Magical-Merida.aspx)
 
[https://www.tripadvisor.com/TravelersChoice-Hotels-cSmall](https://www.tripadvisor.com/TravelersChoice-Hotels-cSmall)  
#### TripAdvisor
 
Travelers' Choice Winner | Top 25 small hotels in the World
 
[https://www.tripadvisor.com/TravelersChoice-Hotels-cSmall](https://www.tripadvisor.com/TravelersChoice-Hotels-cSmall)
 
[https://www.bruisedpassports.com/mexico/sumptuous-road-trip-yucatan-peninsula-mexico-itinerary](https://www.bruisedpassports.com/mexico/sumptuous-road-trip-yucatan-peninsula-mexico-itinerary)  
#### Bruised Passports
 
A Sumptuous Road Trip in the Yucatan Peninsula
 
[https://www.bruisedpassports.com/mexico/sumptuous-road-trip-yucatan-peninsula-mexico-itinerary](https://www.bruisedpassports.com/mexico/sumptuous-road-trip-yucatan-peninsula-mexico-itinerary)
 
[https://www.sirentraveller.com/bloggo/2017/12/21/stay-the-diplomat-boutique-hotel-merida-yucatan-mexico](https://www.sirentraveller.com/bloggo/2017/12/21/stay-the-diplomat-boutique-hotel-merida-yucatan-mexico)  
#### Siren Traveller
 
Conceptualized and designed with comfort and experience
 
[https://www.sirentraveller.com/bloggo/2017/12/21/stay-the-diplomat-boutique-hotel-merida-yucatan-mexico](https://www.sirentraveller.com/bloggo/2017/12/21/stay-the-diplomat-boutique-hotel-merida-yucatan-mexico)
 
[https://www.thediplomatmerida.com/media/pdfs/december2015.pdf](https://www.thediplomatmerida.com/media/pdfs/december2015.pdf)  
#### International Living
 
Your overseas life starts with a good idea
 
[https://www.thediplomatmerida.com/media/pdfs/december2015.pdf](https://www.thediplomatmerida.com/media/pdfs/december2015.pdf)
 
[https://yucatanliving.com/interviews-yucatan/diplomats-from-toronto](https://yucatanliving.com/interviews-yucatan/diplomats-from-toronto)  
#### Yucatan Living
 
Interview | Diplolmats from Toronto Canada
 
[https://yucatanliving.com/interviews-yucatan/diplomats-from-toronto](https://yucatanliving.com/interviews-yucatan/diplomats-from-toronto)
 
[https://thelionheaded.com/2017/02/current-home-diplomat-hotel/](https://thelionheaded.com/2017/02/current-home-diplomat-hotel/)  
#### The Lionheaded
 
A unique & beautiful boutique hotel
 
[https://thelionheaded.com/2017/02/current-home-diplomat-hotel/](https://thelionheaded.com/2017/02/current-home-diplomat-hotel/)
 
[https://www.cntraveler.com/stories/2015-08-27/a-locals-guide-to-the-best-of-merida-mexico-yucatan](https://www.cntraveler.com/stories/2015-08-27/a-locals-guide-to-the-best-of-merida-mexico-yucatan)  
#### Condé Nast Traveler
 
A local's guide to the best of Mérida, Mexico
 
[https://www.cntraveler.com/stories/2015-08-27/a-locals-guide-to-the-best-of-merida-mexico-yucatan](https://www.cntraveler.com/stories/2015-08-27/a-locals-guide-to-the-best-of-merida-mexico-yucatan)
 
[https://www.escape.com.au/destinations/south-america/everything-you-need-to-know-about-mexico/news-story/b8aeb55ecb6acfad4ad28c0c2948b83c](https://www.escape.com.au/destinations/south-america/everything-you-need-to-know-about-mexico/news-story/b8aeb55ecb6acfad4ad28c0c2948b83c)  
#### Escape Magazine
 
Everything you need to know about Mexico
 
[https://www.escape.com.au/destinations/south-america/everything-you-need-to-know-about-mexico/news-story/b8aeb55ecb6acfad4ad28c0c2948b83c](https://www.escape.com.au/destinations/south-america/everything-you-need-to-know-about-mexico/news-story/b8aeb55ecb6acfad4ad28c0c2948b83c)
 
[https://www.forbes.com/sites/annabel/2017/02/27/small-is-beautiful-11-microhotels-to-book-now/?fbclid=IwAR0Q3expLjqYN8nXCoEeXg8tbJMgcUEzEYIqcnvOEYZKQjfuw19Q8DIrgb8#2b7e81402d7b](https://www.forbes.com/sites/annabel/2017/02/27/small-is-beautiful-11-microhotels-to-book-now/?fbclid=IwAR0Q3expLjqYN8nXCoEeXg8tbJMgcUEzEYIqcnvOEYZKQjfuw19Q8DIrgb8#2b7e81402d7b)  
#### Forbes
 
Small is beautiful: Microhotels to book now
 
[https://www.forbes.com/sites/annabel/2017/02/27/small-is-beautiful-11-microhotels-to-book-now/?fbclid=IwAR0Q3expLjqYN8nXCoEeXg8tbJMgcUEzEYIqcnvOEYZKQjfuw19Q8DIrgb8#2b7e81402d7b](https://www.forbes.com/sites/annabel/2017/02/27/small-is-beautiful-11-microhotels-to-book-now/?fbclid=IwAR0Q3expLjqYN8nXCoEeXg8tbJMgcUEzEYIqcnvOEYZKQjfuw19Q8DIrgb8#2b7e81402d7b)
 
[https://issuu.com/revistadolce/docs/39_baja_eb3f203b0a7eff](https://issuu.com/revistadolce/docs/39_baja_eb3f203b0a7eff)  
#### DOLCE Magazine
 
A romantic getaway in Merida Mexico
 
[https://issuu.com/revistadolce/docs/39_baja_eb3f203b0a7eff](https://issuu.com/revistadolce/docs/39_baja_eb3f203b0a7eff)
 
[https://www.venuereport.com/roundups/15-ways-to-soak-up-the-culture-of-merida-mexico/](https://www.venuereport.com/roundups/15-ways-to-soak-up-the-culture-of-merida-mexico/)  
#### The Venue Report
 
Soak up the culture in Merida Mexico
 
[https://www.venuereport.com/roundups/15-ways-to-soak-up-the-culture-of-merida-mexico/](https://www.venuereport.com/roundups/15-ways-to-soak-up-the-culture-of-merida-mexico/)
 
[https://thetravelblog.at/travel-guide-72-hours-merida-yucatan/](https://thetravelblog.at/travel-guide-72-hours-merida-yucatan/)  
#### Travel Blog
 
72 Hours in Merida & exploring the Yucatan
 
[https://thetravelblog.at/travel-guide-72-hours-merida-yucatan/](https://thetravelblog.at/travel-guide-72-hours-merida-yucatan/)
 
[https://steller.co/s/6ceqvHZREt6/p/1](https://steller.co/s/6ceqvHZREt6/p/1)  
#### Steller
 
The Diplomat, a unique & beautiful boutique hotel
 
[https://steller.co/s/6ceqvHZREt6/p/1](https://steller.co/s/6ceqvHZREt6/p/1)
 
[https://www.theyucatantimes.com/2019/02/meridas-the-diplomat-boutique-hotel-makes-the-tripadvisor-small-hotels-top-ten-list/](https://www.theyucatantimes.com/2019/02/meridas-the-diplomat-boutique-hotel-makes-the-tripadvisor-small-hotels-top-ten-list/)  
#### Yucatan Times
 
Merida’s Diplomat Boutique Hotel makes the TripAdvisor top 10 list
 
[https://www.theyucatantimes.com/2019/02/meridas-the-diplomat-boutique-hotel-makes-the-tripadvisor-small-hotels-top-ten-list/](https://www.theyucatantimes.com/2019/02/meridas-the-diplomat-boutique-hotel-makes-the-tripadvisor-small-hotels-top-ten-list/)
 
[https://yucatanexpatlife.com/diplomat-slower-pace-owners-guests/](https://yucatanexpatlife.com/diplomat-slower-pace-owners-guests/)  
#### Yucatan Expat Life
 
A slower pace for both owners and guests
 
[https://yucatanexpatlife.com/diplomat-slower-pace-owners-guests/](https://yucatanexpatlife.com/diplomat-slower-pace-owners-guests/)
 
[https://www.dailymail.co.uk/travel/travel_news/article-6607623/TripAdvisor-reveals-best-hotels-B-Bs-world.html](https://www.dailymail.co.uk/travel/travel_news/article-6607623/TripAdvisor-reveals-best-hotels-B-Bs-world.html)  
#### Daily Mail UK
 
Nothing like Fawlty Towers, these are the global winners
 
[https://www.dailymail.co.uk/travel/travel_news/article-6607623/TripAdvisor-reveals-best-hotels-B-Bs-world.html](https://www.dailymail.co.uk/travel/travel_news/article-6607623/TripAdvisor-reveals-best-hotels-B-Bs-world.html)
 
[https://www.thediplomatmerida.com/media/pdfs/2015tchwinnerpressreleasediplomat.pdf](https://www.thediplomatmerida.com/media/pdfs/2015tchwinnerpressreleasediplomat.pdf)  
#### TripAdvisor
 
Winner of the 2016 TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award
 
[https://www.thediplomatmerida.com/media/pdfs/2015tchwinnerpressreleasediplomat.pdf](https://www.thediplomatmerida.com/media/pdfs/2015tchwinnerpressreleasediplomat.pdf)
 
[https://www.realtor.ca/blog/postpage/13907/1367/how-to-make-happy-hour-even-happier-this-summer](https://www.realtor.ca/blog/postpage/13907/1367/how-to-make-happy-hour-even-happier-this-summer)  
#### REALTOR
 
The Diplomat’s signature Grapefruit Margarita
 
[https://www.realtor.ca/blog/postpage/13907/1367/how-to-make-happy-hour-even-happier-this-summer](https://www.realtor.ca/blog/postpage/13907/1367/how-to-make-happy-hour-even-happier-this-summer)
 
[https://bigseventravel.com/most-romantic-hotels-world/](https://bigseventravel.com/most-romantic-hotels-world/)  
#### Big 7
 
The Diplomat, one of the most romantic hotels in the world
 
[https://bigseventravel.com/most-romantic-hotels-world/](https://bigseventravel.com/most-romantic-hotels-world/)
 
#### Citizen Femme
 
The Diplomat & a pocket guide to Merida, Mexico.
 
[https://www.standard.co.uk/lifestyle/mexico-destination-guide-things-to-do-where-to-stay-eat-b1049151.html](https://www.standard.co.uk/lifestyle/mexico-destination-guide-things-to-do-where-to-stay-eat-b1049151.html)  
#### The Standard
 
The Diplomat is a beautiful oasis in the city
 
[https://www.standard.co.uk/lifestyle/mexico-destination-guide-things-to-do-where-to-stay-eat-b1049151.html](https://www.standard.co.uk/lifestyle/mexico-destination-guide-things-to-do-where-to-stay-eat-b1049151.html)
 
[https://hotelsabovepar.com/merida-yucatan-mexico-destination-guide/](https://hotelsabovepar.com/merida-yucatan-mexico-destination-guide/)  
#### Hotels Above Par
 
A destination guide to the best of Merida Mexico
 
[https://hotelsabovepar.com/merida-yucatan-mexico-destination-guide/](https://hotelsabovepar.com/merida-yucatan-mexico-destination-guide/)
 
[https://www.independent.co.uk/travel/central-america-caribbean/mexico/merida-mexico-city-guide-b2706818.html](https://www.independent.co.uk/travel/central-america-caribbean/mexico/merida-mexico-city-guide-b2706818.html)  
#### The Independent
 
Personalised service at The Diplomat Boutique Hotel.
 
[https://www.independent.co.uk/travel/central-america-caribbean/mexico/merida-mexico-city-guide-b2706818.html](https://www.independent.co.uk/travel/central-america-caribbean/mexico/merida-mexico-city-guide-b2706818.html)
 
[https://www.bonjoursunset.com/blog/beautiful-boutique-hotel-in-merida-the-diplomat](https://www.bonjoursunset.com/blog/beautiful-boutique-hotel-in-merida-the-diplomat)  
#### Bounjour Sunset
 
The vibe at The Diplomat Boutique Hotel.
 
[https://www.bonjoursunset.com/blog/beautiful-boutique-hotel-in-merida-the-diplomat](https://www.bonjoursunset.com/blog/beautiful-boutique-hotel-in-merida-the-diplomat)

[Calle 78, No. 493A 59 & 59a, Centro, Merida, Yucatan 97000 Mexico](//maps.google.com?q=Calle+78%2C+No.+493A%0A59+%26+59a%2C+Centro,Merida,97000) [Phone +52 999-117-2972](tel:+52999-117-2972) [info@thediplomatmerida.com](mailto:info@thediplomatmerida.com) 
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## The Diplomat Boutique Hotel

**Address:** Calle 78, No. 493A
59 & 59a, Centro, Merida, 97000, Mexico

**Phone:** +52 999-117-2972

**Email:** [info@thediplomatmerida.com](mailto:info@thediplomatmerida.com)
