A dedicated hammock retailer stocking thousands of hand-woven pieces sourced from Yucatecan weaving families, with staff able to explain thread type, weave density, and sizing for hammocks intended for actual sleeping rather than decoration.
Cielo Hamacas is a specialty hammock shop near Paseo de Montejo in Mérida that focuses exclusively on hand-woven Yucatecan hammocks meant for everyday sleeping rather than decorative souvenirs. The inventory is sourced from weaving families across the state, with thread options in cotton and nylon and weave densities that determine both comfort and price, and staff are trained to walk visitors through sizing based on height and intended use rather than simply selling the most colorful piece. This focus sets it apart from market stalls, where hammocks of varying quality are mixed together and machine-made imports are harder to distinguish from handwoven ones; here nearly the entire stock is genuine handwork from named weaving cooperatives. Prices start around MXN 1,800 and rise with thread count and size, reflecting real weaving time, and are generally fixed rather than negotiated, though modest discounts are sometimes available on larger purchases. The shop accepts both cash and card, unlike most market vendors. The atmosphere is calm and unhurried, with hammocks hung for visitors to test the weave and lie in before buying, and no food service on site since it is a dedicated retail space rather than a market stall.
Location
Calle 56 #486, entre 41 y 43, Centro, 97000 Mérida, Yucatán
20.9720, -89.6180 View on map
Highlights
- Hand-woven hammocks sourced directly from Yucatecan weaving families
- Staff guidance on thread type, weave density, and correct sizing
- Hammocks available to test in-store before purchase
- Cash and card payment accepted
Tips for visiting
- Ask staff to explain weave density differences before choosing a hammock
- Test-lie in a hung hammock in the shop to judge comfort and size
- Expect largely fixed pricing, with only modest room to negotiate on bulk purchases
- Compare nylon versus cotton thread for durability and feel before buying
Frequently asked questions
What makes Cielo Hamacas different from market hammock stalls?
The shop sources hand-woven hammocks specifically from Yucatecan weaving families and staff can explain thread and weave differences that are harder to verify at a mixed market stall.
Can visitors negotiate the price?
Prices are largely fixed, though modest discounts may be available for larger purchases.
Are these hammocks meant for sleeping or decoration?
They are made for everyday sleeping use, with sizing and weave advice tailored to that purpose.
Does the shop accept card payment?
Yes, both cash and card are accepted, unlike most market vendors in the area.