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Cenote X'batun offers a serene escape near Mérida. You’ll find clear waters and a peaceful atmosphere.
Photo: Minerva Castro · CC BY-SA 4.0What to know
Cenote X'batun is a beautiful spot perfect for swimming and relaxing. The water is clear and inviting. Enjoy a leisurely day surrounded by nature. It's a great place to cool off in the heat of Yucatán. Bring your family for a fun day out. The cenote is well-maintained and offers good parking.
About this listing
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The details
| Good for families | Good |
|---|---|
| Parking | Limited |
| Water sports | Swimming, Snorkeling |
| Nearest airport | Mérida (MID), about 30 km as the crow flies |
Guides · Yucatán
Calm, easy places for a day with kids
Freshwater sinkholes and caverns to swim in
Before you go
Our listing data rates Cenote X'batun "good" for families. A reasonable pick with kids, but the sea changes day to day: check the flags and the lifeguard post when you arrive.
Our listing data rates the water at Cenote X'batun as excellent. Visibility and conditions shift with weather, swell and sargassum, so check locally before you swim.
Parking at Cenote X'batun is limited. It's recommended to arrive early, especially during peak season.
Our listing data puts crowds at Cenote X'batun as moderate. Busy at times, rarely packed.
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Hotel occupancy · Mérida
DataTur hotel occupancy for Mérida (Yucatán). Busy months mean fuller hotels; quiet months mean more room on the sand.
Occupancy averages about 66% in November. Book ahead.
Occupancy averages about 49% in September, so rooms are easier to find.
In 2024: busiest March (66.4%) · quietest September (48.8%)
January 2024 to December 2024, 0–100% occupancy scale.
Source: Official hotel occupancy statistics from DataTur (SECTUR Mexico). Aggregated across registered lodging categories.