Casa Osito, Santiago Architectural Masterpiece
House in Merida
5 guests · 2 bedrooms · 3 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area
About this house rental
Casa Osito (Bear Cub) is close to Santiago Square with shopping, movie theater and market. Santa Lucia Square with all of its great restaurants is only 5 blocks away. And the main square is only 7 blocks away. The location is perfect! The architectural features built into Casa Osito make it unique. The ancient stone walls, soaring beamed ceilings, beams, original pasta tiles and open living area provide a gorgeous and functional space for enjoying your holiday. The house was recently renovated and is architecturally exquisite and combines the old colonial charm with a modern update. The kitchen and master bedroom face the pool and patio area. The house features furniture from Yucatan Custom Furniture and Capacua (as well as some funky antique pieces), lighting from Takto and artwork from well-known Merida artists. The house has a light and open feel with the addition of numerous skylights for ventilation. Each bedroom has mini splits to keep things cool.
Parking is available in a nearby public lot. There is a taxi stand on Santiago square. Taxi fares in Merida are inexpensive, with fares within the Centro set to about 50 pesos. Uber is also available.
Santiago is a residential neighborhood where you can walk easily for everything you need. There is a daily market on the square where vendors sell all kinds of foods. The block around the square also includes a grocery store, movie theater, pharmacy, bars, restaurants, art galleries and other places of interest. Many expats live in the Santiago area.
Burro y Flauta Vacation Properties has a concierge assigned to each guest to answer any questions and provide for your needs during your stay. We want to do everything we can to ensure that your vacation goes perfectly!
Parking is available in a nearby public lot. There is a taxi stand on Santiago square. Taxi fares in Merida are inexpensive, with fares within the Centro set to about 50 pesos. Uber is also available.
Santiago is a residential neighborhood where you can walk easily for everything you need. There is a daily market on the square where vendors sell all kinds of foods. The block around the square also includes a grocery store, movie theater, pharmacy, bars, restaurants, art galleries and other places of interest. Many expats live in the Santiago area.
Burro y Flauta Vacation Properties has a concierge assigned to each guest to answer any questions and provide for your needs during your stay. We want to do everything we can to ensure that your vacation goes perfectly!
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Balcony or Patio
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Map of Merida
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Reviews
5.0
Simply amazing. Great all round - would 10/10 stay here again and for longer.
5.0
The home and grounds are beautiful, and due to the extremely hot weather, we weee grateful to spend a lot of time in the little pool. Would recommend.
4.0
We really enjoyed the accommodation in Merida for its facilities and also spacious room, and of course the swimming pool. From the casa you can easily travel to the center of Merida and enjoy the activities there. The architecture is great and everything was arranged very good.
5.0
I can't begin to describe the beauty of this property and the amazing people that cleaned and maintained it while we were there. I would highly recommend them and also loved Merida. Beautiful people.
5.0
We were very pleased with the style and quality of the house. Everything worked well, and we had all that we needed for our week's stay. After going into the grand plaza with its crowds and vendors, we were happy to come home to our quiet neighborhood and our "own" Parque Santiago.
5.0
The space was very nice and comfortable. Would definitely stay again.
5.0
This is one of the best rental experiences I've had .
The owners and management was so professional and efficient in whatever was needed to make the stay extra special. The house has all the comforts and necessity to make for a comfortable vacation.
5.0
The house is beautiful!! Very well maintained. Photos don’t do it justice. The pool is perfect!
Perfect location. You can walk anywhere.
Management team are outstanding!!!
Merida is a beautiful town. We will be back!!
5.0
We loved this place.
5.0
Casa Osito was the perfect home in Merida. It was very spacious and well equipped. My family and I (2 adults and 2 boys) spent two weeks here and would have loved to stay longer. Everything was great; communication, location and amenities. The managers were great, very prompt in all of their responses and willing to help with everything from booking excursions to getting a physician to come on a Sunday morning. The location could not be better. It was close to Centro, Mercado Santiago, bakeries and numerous restaurants. The pool was perfect for relaxing and beating the midday heat. We are looking forward to returning and having another adventure in Merida soon.
5.0
I will definitely be booking this place again!
5.0
The house was amazing clean well stock with everything you could possibly need. The architecture to die for. My husband and I enjoyed the spool in the evenings super refreshing. This property is managed super well and make it very easy to communicate with them and can solve any issue in a blink. We will definitely stay here again!
5.0
I want to move into this place. It's beautiful like I've never seen at an rental property, and we've been all over. And clean, and modern. I took a bunch of pictures and I'm going to try to rip off the entire design aesthetic in my own home. I will not succeed.
5.0
We stay in Merida for the month of March . The house was wonderful and the pool was a must ! The property was well maintained and the weekly cleaning was great. The pool was maintained a couple times a week too . Beto, our concierge person was very attentive and helpful. He always was there when we needed advice and booked many side trips for us that were amazing . The location was terrific and the informational binder was very helpful about restaurants, shopping and grocery shopping. We highly recommend this house and company .
5.0
Casa Osito is a wonderful home away from home. The location is great and we walked everywhere. Fully equipped, very comfortable beds and spacious rooms. Everyone was super helpful! Loved staying there.
5.0
Very friendly service and a really cute property. Has everything you need
5.0
Merida as a destination has a ways to go but in our three full days there we took two to hire a car and driver to see the archeological sites nearby. The hosts helped arrange both trips. When we returned hot and tired on Friday afternoon from the second visit, the smoke detector was beeping in one of the bedrooms. We called to report it and within the hour someone came to fix the problem. What an amazing thing!
5.0
This was a perfect home base for my family's week exploring Yucatán state. It's such a charming home. The courtyard with the little pool might be one of my new favorite places in the world 😄 We had so much fun exploring and felt great knowing we could come home to Casa Osita every night. Beto was so kind and helpful when he met us at check in and we felt comforted knowing we could count on the concierge services if they were necessary... though everything went so smoothly and the info provided was so thorough that we had the need. I highly recommend Casa Osita to anyone looking for a comfortable, charming, serene place to stay in Merida.
5.0
I have been regularly visiting Merida since 2010 and generally rent hotels for each of my stays. As this visit was for ten days, I decided to look at rental properties and found Casa Osito online. This house met all my expectations and beyond. The family who owns and manages their many properties are lovely, kind, and helpful. I mainly dealt with Becca, but I also engaged with Mike and their family. Before checking in, they set up a Whatsapp group to make communication easy. I cannot say enough about the rental quality, the owners and the location! There is a laundromat next door with a wonderful woman named Jenny (she also speaks some English). It made it easy to have my laundry services attended to quickly. I will continue to rent my future properties from Mike and Becca when I visit Merida.
Thank you for everything; what an exceptional rental experience!
See you again very soon!
Jeffrey Borden
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
5.0
Beautiful spot, lots of room for two couples or a family. Great location, walkable to everything central and property management offer concierge services, an amazing guide and a nice welcome. The pool was refreshing after walking all day and was clean and private. The front bedroom is next to the road and can get busy in morning, besides that it was an amazing place to stay.
5.0
Gem of a location in Barrio Santiago
The location was ideal, the property comfortable, spacious, and relaxing. It was great to be just one block from parque Santiago and a short morning or evening walk to la plaza grande or Santa Lucia. The small pool was a lovely escape from the afternoon heat. And the property guidebook was fantastic for planning delicious meals in this culinary paradise of a city, museum trips, cenote adventures, and day trips to archaeological sites. Highly recommend Burro y Flauta and Casa Osito to anyone visiting Merida!
5.0
Excellent Stay
Everything about my stay at this Burro y Flauta property was excellent, Beto (Alberto) provided amazing concierge service including numerous recommendations for day trips, food, etc. The property itself was well maintained and well stocked with all the necessities. I would gladly stay here or any other Burro y Flauta property again and will be recommending it to friends and family.
5.0
Excellent!
We really enjoyed our stay. The hosts really took all the guesswork in planning out of our international trip. The home was absolutely stunning and we were so well taken care of. Bragging to all of my friends already 🤗
5.0
Tout est parfait, service exceptionnel
Séjour parfait à tout les niveaux, dès l’arrivée, nous étions attendu pour la remise des clés et une brève présentation dès lieux. Toujours prêt à nous rendre service ils informent au cours de notre séjour si ils peuvent en faire plus. Emplacement idéal tranquille et à moins de 15 minutes de marche de la Grande Place. Beaucoup de choix de resto à proximité de $ à $$$$$. Merci Beto pour son accueil et son service et merci à Becca pour les infos sur Mérida. Équipe plus qu’efficace. Bravo
5.0
Perfect Merida vacation spot
My friend and I stayed here for four nights as we explored the area and attended a wedding. Our expectations were exceeded on every account. Our Casita was adorable and immaculate. The kitchen was stocked with water, coffee and beer. The beds were comfortable and the shower pressure was excellent. It was conveniently located to explore Merida on foot and to catch taxis as needed. Beyond that, the complimentary concierge service was outstanding! Beto answered our questions and provided so much additional information about the area. He arranged a day trip to the ruins, reccomended restaurants and where to get covid tests (tricky on a Sunday) for our flights home. We were able to check in early and Beto made our early arrival and departure times seemless for us. When we return to Mérida, we will absolutely stay here (or at another of their properties) again!
5.0
Great Location, beautiful home!
Had a great time at Casa Osito, the location is great, we felt safe day and night. Lot's of nice restaurant's nearby, we liked Manjar Blanco & Carboni! The house has everything you need, the patio is very cozy with the pool. Would stay again, communication was excellent.
5.0
Perfect Mérida Property
This property is centrally located within easy walking distance of many excellent restaurants and sites. Moreover, it is such a beautiful historical home that we loved coming back to its comforts each day. We also really appreciated that the management team was attentive and quick to respond to any of our questions.
We highly recommend this home and would definitely come back. Thank you!
2.5
This property is centrally located within easy walking distance of many excellent restaurants and sites. Moreover, it is such a beautiful historical home that we loved coming back to its comforts each day. We also really appreciated that the management team was attentive and quick to respond to any of our questions.We highly recommend this home and would definitely come back. Thank you!
2.5
The property is exactly as advertised online and in a wonderful neighborhood. The communication with the property owner and concierge ( Beto) was quick and service was excellent. We enjoyed that each bedroom was separated from each other ensuring privacy.The open courtyard was enchanting and very welcoming.We would love to stay here again in the future . Mike and Beto were a great combination of owner and concierge and guaranteed an excellent stay. Perfect!!!!!!
5.0
Wonderful stay in Santiago area of Merida
The property is exactly as advertised online and in a wonderful neighborhood. The communication with the property owner and concierge ( Beto) was quick and service was excellent. We enjoyed that each bedroom was separated from each other ensuring privacy.
The open courtyard was enchanting and very welcoming.
We would love to stay here again in the future . Mike and Beto were a great combination of owner and concierge and guaranteed an excellent stay. Perfect!!!!!!
5.0
Nice place
Very nice place. Everything is walking distance.
5.0
Beat Expectations!
From initial contact to the end of our stay the entire staff of Becca, Beto and Mike were absolutely fantastic! We appreciated all of the little extras, from the outstanding selection of soap, shampoo, conditioner, luxurious linens, towels and bathmats to the large screen tv with Netflix! The casa was super clean and located in the heart of the city with parking right out front. Offline Google maps was a lifesaver for navigating in and out of the city. We also appreciated the ice maker in the freezer and spring water supply. The pool was refreshing and pool towels were super handy. I cooked every day and found the kitchen was well equipped. It was a delightful surprise to find coffee, creamer and sugar supplied! We love our coffee :) Overall we cannot say enough wonderful things about this house. Thank you so much Mike, Becca and Beto for sharing your home with us!
5.0
Very good stay
The house was very nice and very much as advertised on the internet. No surprises. Beds were extremely comfortable. Felt just like home. The entire staff is very congenial and eager to please and facilitate a good time.
5.0
Perfect Location for a Perfect Vacation
My wife and I had a wonderful experience here. Our hosts and their team went out of their way to make sure we always had everything we needed. Communication was always nice and fast. The place itself was even more beautiful than the pictures, we felt right at home, and our expectations were exceeded by far. The neighborhood is very easy going and away (but not out of reach) from more busy/touristy areas. The location makes for a great starting point for many adventures, at the same time staples like a pharmacy, a supermarket, and restaurants are within few minutes walking distance. All in all we couldn’t have asked for more thanks to Burro y Flauta and their amazing team. Thank you guys, we hope to see you again in Mérida!
5.0
Could not have asked for more
My husband and I just returned from a wonderful month at Casa Osita. The location is perfect, the 'house team' was excellent and we truly had all the comforts of home away from home including a private pool. We rented a car and once we acclimated to the layout of the streets we were good to go. We toured in all 4 directions and were able to return to Casa Osita by nightfall as every site we wanted to see was within 1 to 3 hours. Absolutely recommend this spot for anyone.
2.5
The accommodations were so charming with all the amenities needed. The pool was such a nice addition after a warm day of seeing the sights and shopping. The location was perfect and we were able to walk to everywhere in El Centro. We were able to contact the owners or concierge if we needed something and their response was immediate. We really didn’t need much but did get lost and they were quick to respond. We definitely want to go back to Mérida and want to stay at Casa Osita again.
5.0
Absolutely perfect in every way. Accommodations were lovely, location perfect, and staff was great.
The accommodations were so charming with all the amenities needed. The pool was such a nice addition after a warm day of seeing the sights and shopping. The location was perfect and we were able to walk to everywhere in El Centro. We were able to contact the owners or concierge if we needed something and their response was immediate. We really didn’t need much but did get lost and they were quick to respond. We definitely want to go back to Mérida and want to stay at Casa Osita again.
5.0
Very Comfortable Home in a Great Location
Our family of three were very comfortable in this home which is very beautiful and could have easily accommodated double the number of people. The property is managed beautifully with a "concierge" checking you in and out and available for problems, although the property is maintained so beautifully there were none. Also, the communication with the owners was seamless and could be over email, text, etc. This is a propert well-managed by people who try to make it easy. We were in Merida when it was HOT and the pool and air conditioning were a lifesaver, although the pool is directly accessible from the living area which might be a concern with very small children. The street outside is very busy and sometimes created street noise inside. For us, the location could not have been better - near Santiago Park and easy walking distance to the central historic district, restaurants, shopping, cafes and yet easy (at least as easy at is can be in Merida) to get out of town for day trips. Highly recommended, especially if you are an "English only" traveller.
5.0
Stunning Casa Osito was the Perfect Place to Stay in Merida!
Many thanks to the owners and staff of Casa Osito! Everyone treated me so well from booking, to check in and check out. I really felt at home at Casa Osito and the place is even more beautiful than the photos reveal. Everything you need for a week or a months stay was thoughtfully provided. And the pool was totally refreshing! Lots of great information was provided upon my arrival, of things to do and see in Merida and surrounding areas, as well as reviews of all the best places to dine. A block away from the food market at Parque de Santiago and 5 blocks from great dining at Parque Santa Lucia, Casa Osita was perfectly located in the Centro! Looking forward to returning and staying in many more of your beautiful properties!
Ronald Smith
Palm Springs, California
28 May 2018
5.0
Comfortable home in the perfect location!
Located in the heart of Santiago, this home was the perfect home base for our trip. There is a grocery store and bakery nearby, and a taxi stand at the end of the park. We had no trouble parking on the street.
The house itself was charming and comfortable. The beds are great. If you are planning to really cook, just be aware that the house is lacking things like a cutting board and some basics. For us, it was not an issue really since we ate out or had easy meals. The coffee maker is all we really needed.
The pool is nice on those hot days.
My only other comment is about Becca and Beto. They are helpful and really communicative. Thanks!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Merida?
The average price for a rental in Merida is $91 per night. This rental is $234 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Casa Osito, Santiago Architectural Masterpiece. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Casa Osito, Santiago Architectural Masterpiece. Enjoy the water!
Is Casa Osito, Santiago Architectural Masterpiece pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Casa Osito, Santiago Architectural Masterpiece?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, and internet / wifi.
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