Luxury Communities North of Periférico
The communities north of Periférico (the ring highway around Mérida), along the road to Progreso, are some of the newest and wealthiest in the city. One of the most famous is La Ceiba, a gated private community built around the La Ceiba Golf Course.
La Ceiba – Mérida’s First Luxury Golf Community
Developed in the 1970s by architect Félix Mier y Terán Lejeune, La Ceiba originally had 50 founding members who shared access to a golf course, tennis court, pool, and clubhouse. It was designed as an exclusive enclave for those seeking a tranquil lifestyle away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Other High-End Developments
The road from Mérida to Progreso is now home to several premier residential communities competing for the top spot in luxury living:
Closer to Mérida
Nearer to the city, other exclusive areas have emerged:
Mérida’s Growing Skyline
In recent years, luxury high-rises have begun reshaping the northern skyline. These first-class towers offer residents unparalleled views of the pancake-flat Yucatán Peninsula, stretching endlessly toward the sea.
World-Class Amenities in New Luxury Towers
The latest high-rise developments feature:
As Mérida’s north continues to develop, it solidifies its reputation as the city’s most luxurious and sought-after residential area.
