Fodor's Expert Review Piedra de Agua

Renovated for maximum comfort without compromising historical charm, this hotel in an 1840s mansion features a striking antique-meets-contemporary decor, including in guest rooms, which have tile floors, high ceilings, period details, and sleek modern furnishings and amenities. There's a lovely pool with a designated hammock area, and the location, one block from Plaza Grande and the cathedral, means you might wake up to the sound of church bells. If you plan on dining here, request the romantic cave for two; it's part of what was a secret passageway connecting several Mérida mansions to the church.