Bacalar is one of the traveler's favorite destinations in the Yucatan peninsula, the environment is wonderful. It is always important to choose the right accommodation, we will look at the Bacalar hotel options.
It is impressive how much the Magical Town of Bacalar has grown in services in the years we have lived in the Peninsula. Our first New Year's Eve was spent here, it was 2007. We stayed in a little house facing the Bacalar lagoon, where there was hardly any tourism. How much bacalar has changed, but continues to have an undeniable charm.
In Bacalar there is an ATM (ATM).
HOW TO GET TO BACALAR
Bacalar is located at 4 hours from Cancun, a 2 hours and 15 minutes from Tulum following the federal highway 307 that runs parallel to the Caribbean coast to reach Belize.
Chetumal is at 40 minutes south of Bacalar, at the gates of Belize.
This impressive lagoon known as the 7-color lagoon gathers various turquoise shades that make you fall in love. The truth is that it is a magnificent place to relax, enjoy the natural landscapes and get to know the area with such appetizing destinations as Kohunlich or Chacchoben a stone's throw away.
Our criteria to recommend accommodation
The accommodations are divided according to budget:
- Preeconomic assumption: from 100 to 500 Mexican pesos (mxn).
- Average budget: from 500 to 2,000 mxn.
- High budget: 2,000 mxn onwards.
Si reservations through the blog it is not more expensive, you benefit equally from the offers, and it is a way of support my work when receiving a commission with your reservation. All accommodations have their direct booking link.
The hotels that I recommend neither invite me nor pay me to be on this list. I always choose my accommodations according to my criteria, I think it is the most correct way to be able to talk freely about the places and not to advertise for the fact that they pay you or invite you to sleep.
LEARN ABOUT HOTELS BACALAR
The Bacalar Lagoon stretches along 42 kilometers. Along the lagoon there are different accommodations, most of them near the Magical Town of Bacalar, where you find all the services and accommodations for all tastes and budgets, from camping options, entire houses, hostels or luxury hotels.
My recommendation is to stay a couple of days minimum in the area, it is worthwhile to enjoy the charm of Bacalar and its surroundings
We divide the area by zones and I explain them to you, so it will be easier for you to choose what you want and what you want.
If you go as a family or in a group of friends, you may want to rent a villa like the CASA TARIMORO, with capacity for 8 people. More privacy and autonomy.
BACALAR PUEBLO HOTELS:
The Magical Town of Bacalar is located in front of the Bacalar lagoon. In the town you find all the necessary services, public transport, a variety of hotels, banks, restaurants, boat trips through the lagoon and you can rent kayaks to go out to see the lagoon on your own.
If you travel by public transport, it is most convenient to stay in the town of Bacalar. From the bus terminal, which is located on the federal road that crosses the town, you can take a taxi to your accommodation or walk.
There is a difference when choosing between the hotels that are at the foot of the lagoon with direct access, and those that are inside.
HOTELS IN BACALAR WITH ACCESS TO THE LAGOON
These hotels are obviously the most sought after, for the comfort and luxury of having the lodging in front of the lagoon. Most of these accommodations are located in the well-known coastal road, which runs parallel to the lagoon from the town to the Cenote Blue. There are from hostels to more luxury hotels, let's see them.
THE YAK LAKE HOUSE: hostel of reference among backpackers in Bacalar, a place with soul HOTEL DESCRIPTION: private rooms with bathroom and shared rooms SERVICES: WIFI, bar and breakfast included THE BEST: Several friends have recommended it to me, good backpacking environment LOW / MEDIUM BUDGET
BOOK NOW THE YAK LAKE HOUSE and see the photos and opinions of other travelers
HOTEL CASA BAKAL: another classic of backpackers at the foot of the lagoon, with options for everyone HOTEL DESCRIPTION: rooms with private bathroom and shared, with common spaces SERVICES: pool, bar, WIFI, pets allowed THE BEST: the common areas and the surroundings LOW / MEDIUM BUDGET
RESERVE CASA BAKAL here and see the opinions and pictures of other travelers
HOSTAL / PENSIÓN LA TRIBU: a more than adequate accommodation where to enjoy the proximity of the lagoon HOTEL DESCRIPTION: rooms with private bathroom SERVICES: WIFI and breakfast included, pets accepted THE BEST: its good value for money and the friendliness of the staff. MEDIUM BUDGET
BOOK HOSTAL TRIBU here and see the pics and opinions of other travelers
THE MAT: great lagoon front cabins with garden and comfortable facilities HOTEL DESCRIPTION: wooden cabins with mosquito nets with private bathrooms SERVICES: WIFI, restaurant, organize excursions and activities, pets accepted THE BEST: It is an ecological accommodation, for me this point is a plus. MEDIUM BUDGET
BOOK NOW CASA LAMAT and see the photos and opinions of other travelers
INTERIOR BACALAR HOTELS (WITHOUT ACCESS TO THE LAGOON)
Hotels that are not in the front line are usually cheaper, there are many options that may interest you. Even if you do not stay in front of the lagoon, there is public access and entrance to the lagoon from restaurants and spas. There is an offer that can surprise and interest you in Bacalar.
KULU TUBOHOSTEL BACALAR: a very original concept of hostel, of the different places of Bacalar hotels
HOTEL DESCRIPTION: original private rooms with shared bathrooms SERVICES: WIFI, pool, bar THE BEST: a different experience besides great value for money MEDIUM BUDGET
BOOK NOW at KULU TUBOHOSTEL and see the pics and opinions of other travelers
HOSTEL & SUITES DOG PAW: a place that some travelers have recommended HOTEL DESCRIPTION: Private and shared rooms with private or shared bathrooms SERVICES: WIFI, shared kitchen, bike rental THE BEST: great value for money MEDIUM BUDGET
BOOK NOW at PATA DE PERRO and see the photos and opinions of other travelers
GUARUMBO CAMPING: for campers, the ideal place HOTEL DESCRIPTION: camping area with services and barbecue SERVICES: WiFi THE BEST: great value for money, the friendliness of the staff LOW BUDGET
BOOK NOW at the CAMPING GUARUMBO and check out the opinions and pictures of other travelers
BACALAR HOTELS IN THE SURROUNDINGS (many with access to the lagoon)
Many Bacalar hotels are found in front of the Bacalar lagoon along the federal highway 187 that runs the entire length of 42 kilometers of the lagoon. Most are located near the town of Bacalar, where we find all the services. These hotels usually have a restaurant and other services so that you can enjoy the lagoon without having to leave the premises.
VILLAS ECOTUCÁN: one of the Bacalar hotels that has been operating in the area for several years HOTEL DESCRIPTION: private rooms with private bathroom SERVICES: WIFI, restaurant THE BEST: great value for money
RESERVE IN VILLAS ECOTUCÁN and see the photos and opinions of other travelers
ECOCAMPING YAXCHÉ: excellent option for those who are looking DESCRIPTION: private rooms, shared rooms and camping area SERVICES: WIFI, bar and RESTAURANT Personal opinion: great to be able to camp near the lagoon LOW / MEDIUM BUDGET
BOOK here the ECOCAMPING YAXCHÉ and see photos and other opinions
KÚUCH KA'ANIL ECO-ROMANTIC VILLAS: ideal for couples and disconnect HOTEL DESCRIPTION: private rooms with private bathroom SERVICES: WIFI, restaurant THE BEST: great value for money
BOOK here at the Eco-Romantic Villas and see other travelers' opinions and photos
HOTELS IN XUL-HÁ (population near Bacalar)
Xul-Há is a small town at 15 kilometers south of Bacalar. Xul-há is located in front of the lagoon, in the area known as the rapids of Bacalar: there is a channel that connects the Bacalar lagoon with the Xul-ha lagoon, this channel is like a river where the waters go faster. You can get to Xul-há by taxi from Bacalar, but in the bus that takes you to Chetumal.
It is another good option to find accommodation. In Xul-há there are not as many services as in Bacalar, something you must take into account. It carries cash, there are no ATMs.
CARACOL XUL-HÁ: of the new accommodations that are joining the area HOTEL DESCRIPTION: private rooms with private bathroom SERVICES: WIFI, breakfast THE BEST: great value for money
BOOK here at the CARACOL XUL_HÁ and check out other travelers' opinions and photos
ALEGRE RANCH: of accommodations near Xul-há HOTEL DESCRIPTION: Large cabins with private bathrooms SERVICES: WIFI, breakfast, direct access to the lagoon THE BEST: value for money
We hope this information will help you choose where to stay in Bacalar. As you see it is important to know the area and the characteristics of each place.
Remember that if you book through the blog it will not be more expensive and you will take advantage of the local offers. We leave you the link to the offers of the day in Bacalar hotels
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Hi, can you give me reports of the Tarimoro house, I'm interested for the following year, for August, for a family of 6 adults and 2 girls
Hello Gustavo, to see photos, opinions of other travelers and to know availability of dates click on the link of the name of the house Tarimoro. See if you have availability for those dates, the reports are good and the location is excellent. I don't have your direct number, they sell online.
Any detail that can help you tell me. It is an excellent destination for the family. Best regards