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Akalki
Bacalar
Thatched bungalows built out over the lagoon, with yoga and direct access to the water.
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Boutique hotels in Bacalar
Bacalar's lagoon of seven shades of blue is lined with small eco-lodges and docks for kayaking and swimming.
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Where to stay in Bacalar
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Casa Hormiga
Bacalar
A minimalist design hideaway near the lagoon.
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Hotel CasaBakal
Bacalar
An eco-minded boutique hotel with lagoon-view suites and bungalows and a private pier.
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Rancho Encantado
Bacalar
An eco-lodge on the lagoon shore with a private dock and garden casitas.
Bacalar is a small town in southern Quintana Roo on the shore of a long freshwater lagoon whose water shifts from turquoise to deep indigo. The lagoon is fed by cenotes and underground rivers and is home to stromatolites, some of the oldest life forms on Earth. Kayaking, paddleboarding and boat trips to the Pirates' Channel are the main pastimes.
Where to stay
Most small hotels sit on the lagoon shore, with their own docks for swimming. The town has a pretty 18th-century fort and a handful of restaurants within walking distance.
Good to know
The dry season from November to April is the best time to visit. Sunscreen and motorboats are restricted to protect the lagoon. Bacalar is about four hours south of Tulum by road.
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Questions about Bacalar
How many boutique hotels are there in Bacalar?
We list 4 boutique hotels in Bacalar, including Akalki, Casa Hormiga and Hotel CasaBakal.
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