Bacalar Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Bacalar
Bacalar
Bacalar
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Where to stay in Bacalar

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Bacalar Centro

5/5(1 area review)

While visiting Bacalar Centro, you might make a stop by sights like Fort of San Felipe and Lake Bacalar.

Bacalar Centro
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Mario Villanueva Madrid

While visiting Mario Villanueva Madrid, you might make a stop by sights like Laguna Bacalar Ecological Park and Lake Bacalar.

Mario Villanueva Madrid
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Magisterial

If you're spending some time in Magisterial, Municipal Spa of Bacalar and Lake Bacalar are top sights worth seeing.

Magisterial
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Diego Rojas Zapata

While Diego Rojas Zapata may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Municipal Spa of Bacalar and Fort of San Felipe.

Diego Rojas Zapata
Hotel Rancho Encantado
Hotel Rancho Encantado
4 out of 5
Carretera Federal 307 Km 24, Bacalar, QROO
The price is £133 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
£133
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Bacalar. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (997 reviews)
"This was our second time staying at the property—our first visit was seven years ago. We returned because we had such a great experience the first time, and we were pleasantly surprised to see that the new ownership has made significant improvements. The property now features a beautiful pool and ..."

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2025

Hotel Rancho Encantado
Amainah Bacalar Hotel Boutique - Adults Only
Amainah Bacalar Hotel Boutique - Adults Only
4 out of 5
Boulevard Costero de Bacalar Sur, Ext Mza 5 Lote 313 Int 601, Bacalar, QROO
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Bacalar. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (429 reviews)
"Un Hotel excelente para disfrutar naturaleza relajarse y comer sabroso"

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2025

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Amainah Bacalar Hotel Boutique - Adults Only
Our Habitas Bacalar – Adults Only
Our Habitas Bacalar – Adults Only
4 out of 5
Carretera Federal Chetumal-Bacalar, Fraccion 03, Lote 164, Bacalar, QROO
The price is £204 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
£204
8 Jul - 9 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Bacalar. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (203 reviews)
"Beautiful scenery directly on the lagoon, calm and peaceful. Great service. Perfect to recharge batteries."

Reviewed on 2 Jun 2025

Our Habitas Bacalar – Adults Only
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Glamping Asana Bacalar Breakfast & Kayak
Glamping Asana Bacalar Breakfast & Kayak
1 out of 5
Reforma, Bacalar, QROO
Stay at this campsite in Bacalar. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a private beach. Popular attractions Laguna Bacalar Ecological Park and Fort of San Felipe ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (56 reviews)
"Great glamping experience."

Reviewed on 30 Apr 2025

Glamping Asana Bacalar Breakfast & Kayak
Deluxe Apartments Azure
Deluxe Apartments Azure
2 out of 5
C. 44 por 19b, Donaldo Colosio,, Bacalar, QROO
Stay at this aparthotel in Bacalar. Enjoy cable TV channels, rainfall showerheads and housekeeping. Popular attractions Laguna Bacalar Ecological Park and Fort ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (51 reviews)
"Great place"

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2025

Deluxe Apartments Azure
Royal Palm Bacalar Cabañas & Lagoon Club
Royal Palm Bacalar Cabañas & Lagoon Club
3 out of 5
Carretera Federal Chetumal Bacalar, Bacalar, QROO
Stay at this 3-star cabin in Bacalar. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Laguna Bacalar Ecological Park and Cenote Negro ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (27 reviews)
"The pool is very far from the room. Sliding doors don’t close properly allowing mosquitos to come in. I don’t blame the staff. They are very friendly and tried to help however this property doesn’t look like anything advertised. The bed is made of cement and the mattress is hard. We can’t sit on ..."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2024

Royal Palm Bacalar Cabañas & Lagoon Club
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Popular places to visit

Cenote Azul

Cenote Azul

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Cenote Azul during your travels in Bacalar. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area.

Cenote Azul

Laguna Bacalar Ecological Park

5/5(1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Laguna Bacalar Ecological Park, a lovely green space in Bacalar. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area.

Laguna Bacalar Ecological Park

Cenote Cocalitos

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Cenote Cocalitos during your travels in Bacalar. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area.

Cenote Cocalitos

Fort of San Felipe

You can find out about the history of Bacalar with a visit to Fort of San Felipe. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Fort of San Felipe

Municipal Spa of Bacalar

You can take time to visit Municipal Spa of Bacalar during your travels to Bacalar.

Municipal Spa of Bacalar

Cenote Esmeralda

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Cenote Esmeralda during your travels in Bacalar. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area.

Cenote Esmeralda

Things to do

One Day Bacalar Seven Color Lagoon Adventure with transportation and Lunch

One Day Bacalar Seven Color Lagoon Adventure with transportation and Lunch

£73
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
One Day Bacalar Seven Color Lagoon Adventure with transportation and Lunch
Chacchoben Mayan Ruins and Bacalar Lagoon Boat Excursion

Chacchoben Mayan Ruins and Bacalar Lagoon Boat Excursion

£6
per adult
Chacchoben Mayan Ruins and Bacalar Lagoon Boat Excursion
Bacalar 7 Color Lagoon Adventure from Costa Maya Port

Bacalar 7 Color Lagoon All Inclusive from Costa Maya Port

£67
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bacalar 7 Color Lagoon All Inclusive from Costa Maya Port
Pontoon Tour - Visit the Pirate Channel, Cenotes and Islands.

Pontoon Tour - Visit the Pirate Channel, Cenotes and Islands.

£19
per adult
Pontoon Tour - Visit the Pirate Channel, Cenotes and Islands.
Picture 1 for Activity 3hr Pontoon Boat Tour with Beach Club access and Free Kayaks

Bacalar: 3-hr Pontoon Boat Tour with Beach Club + Kayaks

£22
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bacalar: 3-hr Pontoon Boat Tour with Beach Club + Kayaks
Bacalar Seven Color Lagoon Boat Excursion from Costa Maya

Bacalar Seven Color Lagoon Boat Excursion from Costa Maya

£5
per adult
Bacalar Seven Color Lagoon Boat Excursion from Costa Maya
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