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Merida Airport Car Hire.

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Tour around Merida.

Famed as the largest city in the Yucatan state of Mexico, this tourist hotspot is fantastic for some rest and relaxation, as well as being within a reasonable distance of the Mayan ruins of Chichen Itza.

This walled wonder is packed full of history, second only to Mexico City.

Merida Airport is only 15 minutes’ drive from the city centre and car hire will take you to the heart of the Spanish influenced city Merida and beyond.

Book with Zest Car Rental at Merida Airport!

Zest Car Rental provides a fresh and honest approach to hiring a car at Merida Airport. At Zest, we know how important transparency is when booking car rental. Our four-step booking process is simple and hassle-free, with no hidden costs or extras. At Zest, we know when planning your trip, you shouldn’t have to sweat the details and focus on the small print. Instead, you can relax and look forward to your holiday, without getting lost in car rental complications! 
 
We also know that sometimes, plans change. Therefore, we offer free cancellation and amendments up to 48 hours before your rental start as standard. Should you require it, we also offer enhanced cancellation protection for a small fee. This offers you free cancellation right up to the time your rental starts! 
 
Zest Car Rental only works with carefully selected and trusted car rental providers at Merida Airport who care as much about reputation as we do, and always put the customer first. All our providers are monitored closely, and we review customer feedback frequently to ensure you receive the best rental experience possible. Our amazing customer feedback has meant we are ranked ‘Excellent’ on Trustpilot. Also, Zest Car Rental are Feefo Platinum Trusted! You can read our Feefo reviews here
 
Stay protected with Zest! We offer breakdown assistance at Merida Airport as standard. Should you wish to be fully covered, we can provide you with our industry leading top-up insurance. Our top-up insurance is the top level of cover available provided by us. You’ll receive reimbursement cover against any loss or damage to the vehicle not covered by the standard car hire insurance. To find out what is covered on our top-up insurance, check out our blog! You can rest assured we’ve made things as simple as possible so you can focus on enjoying your holiday and exploring hidden gems! 
 
If you wish to share the driving on holiday, we have negotiated a free additional driver with many of our trusted car rental providers! If your chosen provider does include a free additional driver, this will be clearly labelled on the quote page. Generate a quick and easy quote today! 
 
All rental providers we work with operate a fair fuel policy. This means you either collect the car full of fuel then return it full or return it with the same amount provided upon collection. Hassle-free and straightforward! Learn more about fair fuel policies here
 
If you ever have any queries before, during or after your car rental, our friendly customer support team is here to help you. We can even provide you with a quote or make your booking over the telephone! Our U.K. based call centre is open 7 days a week. Wherever you are, Zest are! We operate a 24/7 Customer Support Telephone line for any urgent enquiries during out of office hours. 
 
The great inclusions Zest offers with every rental has led to us being the one and only Which? Recommended Car Hire Broker, an accolade we have earnt every year since 2017! Which? Concluded that Zest Car Rental goes ‘beyond for their customers’ and awarded Zest with a five-star rating for the clarity of the final hire cost. Fresh, Honest and Transparent! 

What is There to Do in & Around Merida?

The centro historico is home to the wondrous Plaza Grande, the hub of activity here. Stroll to the Cathedral de San Ildefonso, and marvel at the architecture which was put together with stones from Mayan ruins in the 16th Century. Try to arrange a tour around City Hall whilst you are here too.

As Merida itself is slightly inland, if you are craving some sunshine, a trip to Progreso should be on the menu. Wander along the marina, and laze on the beach for a while. Due to the fact that it is a port, the seafood is divine and should be tried.

What About Further Afield?

Named as one of Mexicos Pueblos Magicos, which translates as Magic Towns, make sure that you visit Izamal where everything has been painted yellow, hence its nickname, the Yellow City. The local shops are brimming with art and craft gifts including jewellery if you are looking for an unusual present.

The Celestun Special Biosphere Reserve is approximately 2 hours’ drive away from the centre of Merida and easily reached if you have picked up a hire car in Merida or the airport. Whilst flamingos tend to be the main attraction, you will also see many other bird species and reptiles.

A visit to Chichen Itza is of course not to be missed. Whether you decide to take a self-drive trip with your rental car from Merida or simply hop on board a pre-arranged excursion, this wide variety of Mayan ruins is truly spectacular.

Both Playa del Carmen and Cancun are on the opposite side of the Yucatan state and present some great snorkelling and diving opportunities. There are numerous coral reefs along this stretch of coastline, all of which will take your breath away.

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