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Discover the Best Hotels, B&Bs, Inns and Vacation Rentals in Bacalar – Based on 6,910 Real Reviews from Actual Guests
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If you're willing to dive in crystalline waters, far from the madding crowd of Yucatan's touristic beaches, Bacalar is the place for you... A relaxed town with many nice spots on a breathtaking laguna
We had expectativas of Bacalar based on numerous recommendations that led us to believe there was more to do. Bacalar is beautiful and worth visiting, but for me it's a place to go relax. Take a long novel, enjoy a swim in the refreshing water, eat at nice restaurants, sleep in, etc.
Bacalar is a great destination, here my recommendations: 1.- Arriving to Chetumal Airport is cheaper 2.- Rent a Car if possible, all the public transportation is expensive 3.- Book 2 or 3 days for Bacalar, after that you can move and stay in another great places (Mahahual, Playa del Carmen of even Cancun or Merida) 4.- Day 1.- Book a shared "Sailing Tour" in "Las Velas" club $500MXN aprox. 5.- Day 2.- For casual swimming in the lagoon go to "Cocalitos" place, for $25 you can swim all day long, the dock is awesome, it is near the low deep areas of the lagoon (Plus.- They have swings inside the lagoon so you can have awesome pic shots there) 5.- For breakfast go to "El Manati" in Bacalar Downtown 6.- For cheap meals go to "Restaurante Mexico" (In front of "El Manati") and order typical food from the region for a very low price (Ask for the Panuchos, Salbutes, Sopes, etc...) 7.- Near Bacalar (1hr nearby in car) are awesome and unknown Mayan ruins and costs like $45 MXN and all the site will be only for you (Not like Tulum that is super crowded) (No guided tours available there so I recommend google the sites before going and learn a little bit before going)(Take a lot of bug repellent, sunblock, a hat, a small cloth to clean the sweat and of course a good camera (Also good for Facebook 360 pictures): ------ Kinichná ------ Dzibanché ------ Chacchoben ------ Kohunlich 8.- Near Bacalar (1.5hr away in car) is "Mahahual" a MUST is going to Mahahual beach, but instead going Mahahual town go directly to "AlmaPlena Hotel" in Mahahual, the staff is very friendly, even if you are not staying in the hotel, you can use the beach for only $50MXN in food/beverages, beach is super clean, crystal clear, its not crowded at all, at 30mts of the shore its a reef, so if you can take your googles, snorkel and fins you will enjoy an awesome show @ the reef
En verdad es la laguna de los 7 colores. Hay unos azules increíbles! El ambiente del lugar es muy relajado. El Canal de los Piratas es lo que vale más la pena visitar en la excursión en bote. Los estromatolitos en Cocalitos son de los mejores lugares para ir, el color del agua y los columpios sobre el mar son increíbles. . Solo te cobran 25 pesos y puedes acostarte en el pasto y también hay un restaurante.
Stay away if you are a jerk! This place is one of the few remaining unspoiled by jerkass tourists. I'd like it to stay that way. The lake is beyond words gorgeous, the town is quaint with many authentic taco establishments and it's easy to get around in with very little traffic. There are amazing ruins near by, so it's the perfect hub to do lots of exploring from.
The fresh clear water of the lagoon, with its cenotes and glorious colors... be sure to tour the lagoon in a kayak, sailboat or pontoon boat... have a mud bath across from the fort... lovely restaurants at the Blue Cenote and along the lagoon
“Beautiful view from our room, clean and modern hotel. Friendly staff and good breakfast. Good price. ”
“Ok for a night or two, close to the lagoon and town.”
“This is my favorite location in all of Bacalar. Gorgeous water, adorable little dock, rustic-romantic setting. The rooms are very simple, no frills, but they get the job done. I love the little heart details everywhere. ”
“This is a piece of paradise. We just wished we could of stayed longer. We were on our way to Belize from Tulum and one of the local taxi drivers told us we must visit Bacalar. We did and we are so thankful we did. An incredible place of nature. The pontoon boat tour included a visit to 2 cenotes, swimming with exfoliation...don't ask just do it! The hotel booked this for us...simple..simple..simple. We will be back.”
“Being on the lagoon”
