Swim-up Rooms & Private Pools in Bacalar

The villa was amazing, great private pool. Breakfast was nice, water activities sup & kayaks was great

The property is just amazing!!! So quiet and peaceful. The rooms are clean and the place is maintained so well, the waterin the shower is super hot and the stream is great (which is not common is Mexico). The AC is freezing! The breakfast is very rich, and I loved there is a buffet where you can take cereals, coffee, bread, juice and more. You can also fill your water bottle whenever you want for free. The staff are very nice, helping with everything (taxis, problems with the wifi and etc.). I loved that you can use the Sup boards and Kayaks for free. Also the pool next to the lagoon is a bit warm and clean! The view is ON SPOT! The facilities are wonderful right on the lagoon. So chilling!! Could stay there forever (just kidding, I need more money 😋)

Our family of 3 stayed in the room with 4 twin beds (backpacker style!) when we stayed during the annular eclipse. The room was very basic, especially the bathroom, but the view was stunning. We loved the pool, dock and ease of checking out the included kayaks and paddleboards. Service was excellent and everyone was so friendly - some of the best service we have experienced in Mexico. The only downside was the beds were quite hard and could use some kind of softer covering. Overall, highly recommend!

Everything - we had the most relaxing stay! Staff were very helpful and friendly. Breakfast was included and delicious. the restaurant beside the hotel was also delicious for dinner. Kayaks and paddle boards available for use during the day - sun loungers and the pool as well. Very peaceful!

the pool and lagoon area is beautiful and great to relax staff is very friendly amazing sailing tour on the lagoon free kayaks and paddling boards great food at the restaurant and great breakfast would recommend to book a bungalow with view on the lagoon

The private pool was amazing and was super quiet loved it

The property was great! MBH is about 5km away from the center of bacalar, which makes it perfect if you're looking for something quiet and private. The property is quite large and even has biking trails to ride one, kayaks, and paddle boards for free. Bar has really good drinks, food is great,i and I would highly recommend having a day out on the dock and trying their Potatoes and wings. Private pools are also heated, which is great, wonderful views of the lagoon from the balconies and stunning sunrises, reception staff was really great as well as the bar and restaurant staff. Bacalar taxi service is also very responsive to get you to town in the area the hotel is located. Highly recommend and will be back.

I extremely liked the infrastructure, the vibes and the facilities the hotel has. The views are awesome, I particularly liked the lagoon deck, it is super comfortable. This is a place to enjoy delicious dishes and drinks, as well as bike rides, jacuzzis, a cool pool, saunas and kayak rides. The hospitality with which they treat you makes you feel quite comfortable and makes this a place you don't want to leave soon.

Hands down this is the best hotel on the island! Better than some of the most expensive ones around! It has the most beautiful deck onto the lagoon. The staff is incredibly polite and very accommodating! The views from the terrace (with the tiny swimming pool) at the top of one of the buildings and the jacuzzi terrace in another one of the buildings are simply breathtaking! An absolutely incredible experience!

Die Anlage an und für sich ist sehr schön. Leider aber etwas heruntergekommen, darin nur 4 Sterne. Auf jedem Dach der Häuser ist eine Sauna und ein Jacuzzi oder kleiner Pool. Leider funktioniert das meiste nicht. Beim See ist es schön aber direkt am Anfang wächst Seetang und darüber zu schwimmen ist eklig und gefährlich. Es müsste entfernt werden…

Great room, pool, location. Good restaurant on site. Beach club and free kayak. We could park our car on private parking. Pool is open until very late.

The service was very good and the people there were kind, appreciative for our visit and very helpful to us. To pool is very cute and while we did not use it, the people that did seemed to enjoy it. The location is ideal... just a couple blocks away from the main square - close to walk, far enough that you didn't hear all of the noise. Lots of restaurants and bars very close, making it a fun time for us. The only problem was that the bed is very hard and uncomfortable - even getting a mattress topper for extra padding would have made this much more enjoyable. Otherwise, good prices, great service and a wonderful trip.

Free kayaks at the beach club and the most lovely and helpful man worked down there. (There isn’t a beach but is some nice decking to view the beautiful lake from). Hotel itself is in a good spot in town, comfy rooms and beds, we had an unexpectedly huge room! Pool is cute. Staff helpful.

We appreciate the good location of the hotel, the grooming, the comfortable sleeping and the cleanliness. Front desk service diligent and helped us connect to a different SSID as the standard wifi offered was very weak. We didn't take advantage of the inviting swimming pool as it often rained heavily. The biggest advantage was the excellent "Mr Taco" restaurant opposite.

Great location, just off from the lake. Very quiet rooms with a warm shower and aircon. The pool was a great size, and the beach club was about a 15 minute walk but really worth it, very picturesque and private, with deck chairs, toilets and kayaks to use for free. Lots of nearby restaurants. Would recommend!

It was heaven. My jaw dropped as soon as I saw the room I booked with a plunge pool. Not to mention their restaurant has the most amazing views.

Naya bacalar was fantastic! Beautifully designed huts with nice lighting and private pool. Food options were great. Service was excellent and Javier was especially good and attentive in making sure we had everything we needed. Very short walk to lakefront area (currently shared with agave blue) and organising kayaks through hotel was no problem. Highly recommend!!

the rooms are beautiful and features are thoughtful. Breakfast was great and access to the pool, although off grounds, was convenient and isolated

The staff took great care of us, the complex is small so it is intimate but at the same time the infrastructure allows you to meet others and talk with other customers and share experiences not to be missed in Bacalar. The yoga classes are great and suitable for all levels, especially for the first time. The lunch is excellent and varied, yes there are not a thousand choices but it is cooked a la minute especially for you so it remains very flexible and these are details that make the experience unique and made for you. The rooms are beautiful, clean and well thought out. It had everything we needed, even mosquito spray. It was a beautiful stay !

What a beauty of a place. 10 min drive to town, the huge bungalows are designed with quality in mind. Huge, super comfortable beds, outdoor shower (with infrared light to not attract mosquitoes) but indoor toilet, the most comfortable hammock i've experienced, and a 'private' garden. Amazing calm music at reception and the restaurant. Loved staying here. All the staff were very friendly. Top ups of flavoured water (cucumber/orange infused). And within a 2-3 mins walk you have an almost private entrance to the incredible lake, where you can rent SUPs or canoes. Will definitely return.

Disfrutamos mucho nuestra estancia para celebrar nuestro aniversario. Se une a la lista de mis hoteles favoritos en México, increíble la arquitectura del hotel y cómo se integra orgánicamente con la selva. En comparación con otros hoeteles similares dónde me he hospedado, me gustó que aquí se experimenta la libertad y la conexión con la naturleza sin sacrificar el lujo, el confort y la estética. Esto lo hace único. Se encuentra dentro de la selva por lo que es un paraíso si buscas tranquilidad y/o descanso. Aunque en un principio tenía dudas porque se ubica en Xul-Ha y no en el centro de Bacalar, las preocupaciones si disiparon al llegar. Considero que esta es verdadermamnete la parte más hermosa de la laguna, el agua es cristalina y está completamente libre de embarcaciones y ruido. Tuvimos la laguna prácticamente para nostros solos. Sin dudarlo regresaría.

We decided to extend our stay for one more night. The hotel’s architecture is breathtaking—a true masterpiece that seamlessly blends luxury, comfort, and the immersive experience of living in the jungle. We especially enjoyed the breakfast menu, which features a rich variety of flavors and local ingredients. Every detail in the room design and amenities reflects thoughtful craftsmanship and is perfectly integrated into the overall aesthetic. The elevated walkway leading to the lagoon is an incredible idea, allowing access while preserving the ecosystem and minimizing disturbance to the local flora and fauna. The hotel also has a private dock that connects directly to the lagoon. We loved how secluded it felt—it offers a peaceful space to swim, sunbathe, and relax. There's even a shaded area by the water where you can retreat from the sun and unwind in comfort.

Increíble experiencia poder hospedarse en este hotel. Fui con mi pareja y fue perfecto para conectar con la naturaleza, ya que se encuentra en medio de la selva. La laguna es espectacular. De verdad, cada detalle está bien pensado y fuimos atendidos con excelente servicio y el restaurante flora es delicioso, especialmente los desayunos fueron nuestros favoritos. Definitivamente lo recomiendo para una escapada y relajar.

We had an amazing stay at Boca de Agua. Caesar, the activities guide, was incredible. After booking the sunrise kayak tour with him on our first day, we booked a different activity with him every day.

La propiedad es hermosa, los espacios, los cuartos y la laguna no se diga, creo que el servicio de alimentos y bebidas pudiera mejorar, pero no quizá no cuentan con suficiente personal

La propiedad es muy agradable para disfrutar con la familia

Buen lugar, agradable solo el acceso al mismo es complicado

Location was just north of town, so close enough to get there but far enough it was very peaceful and quiet. The lounge chairs and hammocks out on the dock were lovely. The hot tub and pool were quite enjoyable, with pool towels provided!

Rancho Encantado is a truly unique hotel set on the edge of Lake Bacalar. Walking through the grounds, you feel as though you are in a beautifully maintained jungle, yet the lake is right there as well. It is such a peaceful setting and is very quiet. From the restaurant, the views of the lake are unbelievable and the food is really delicious! The bar has really good cocktails also. The spa is set on the lake, a little removed from the restaurant and the pool, private, yet open to the lake with gently lapping sounds of the water against the land. We were in the Master Suite Laguna and had our own dock that led to the lake, with a ladder where you can enter and exit the lake. My understanding is there are 9 rooms that are lakefront, 4 of which are the Master Suite Laguna rooms, with other options available. Service was impeccable, but time moves slower in Mexico, so don’t expect your food or drinks to be delivered immediately. Each order is prepared only once you order it and it is absolutely worth the wait. There are gentle breezes and lake to overlook, often with fish near the shore, so relax and enjoy the views. I highly recommend this hotel. We came with another couple and plan to return again with more friends. This hotel is a little more remote-not near centro, but you can get a taxi there for 100 pesos (at this time) and to Los Rapidos for 300 pesos. Wonderful vacation spot!

Hotel Rancho Encantado is a wonderful place through and through, from the location, to the staff, food, and amenities. On top of that it is affordably priced and located only 10 minutes drive from the cool little town of Bacalar. Everything was up to or exceeded our expectations, except that perhaps the dinner at their restaurant was a little overpriced. I would come back and stay here again in a heartbeat. Their section of shoreline on the lagoon is incredible, the pool and hot tub are great, and the room we stayed in was spacious, comfortable, and had filtered water and a mini fridge. They have kayaks and paddle boards for rent, which they are super chill about. We both did yoga with a local instructor twice, which I think was like $270 MXP a person or $15 USD (very affordable), and my wife had an hour long massage for about $1500 MXP or $80 USD (also affordable).

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 a picturesque dock extending into the lagoon, complete with hammocks for relaxing. They also offer a boat tour of the lagoon, which was excellent. Our guide was fantastic, and even though we were running late, they kindly accommodated us with a later departure. We were celebrating our son’s 15th birthday, and the staff went above and beyond to make it special. They arranged for a cake, decorated his room, and even sang Happy Birthday. The food throughout our stay was delicious, and a highlight was the woman making fresh corn tortillas on-site, they were incredible.

I had breakfast in the hotel as it was included and it was delicious. Customer service was exceptional all over the hotel. The room was very comfortable and just steps from the water and it was beautiful and a very private area. The sunrise was amazing from the room! As a solo traveler I felt very safe there. The pool was nice and clean and hammocks are everywhere. Paddle boards and kayaks are available for free which is a nice touch. The hotel is in a beautiful spot. Santos did a good job with the lagoon tour. Alex (concierge) got everything set up for me in advance and he was very responsive. I would recommend this hotel and the tour and the massage.

the staff is super friendly and helps you in any way. the first day we got there, we immediately joined a group to go to the lagoon (cocalitos). Claire, who was organising the activities, made us feel super welcome and part of the group right away. even though there’s a party every night, you don’t hear anything in the rooms (we stayed in a capsule which was the most comfortable we stayed during the whole trip). they offer multiple activities every day where you get to know the other guests very easily. we enjoyed salsa night with Ignacio and trips around the lagoon with Claire and Beau very much. if you’re hungover and don’t want to go the lagoon you can comfortably chill around the pool and get nice drinks and food. we were able to ask any question and solve any problem with the help of Ignacio and Felipe at the reception.

I had an amazing time at this hostel! The staff were incredibly friendly and always ready to help with anything I needed, from organizing tours to giving great local tips. Especially Andreja! The location is perfect — right near the lagoon, with stunning views and easy access to everything. The facilities were spotless, the common areas were super chill, and the vibe was exactly what I was looking for: relaxed and social without being too noisy. I loved the pool and rooftop to relax. The bed was comfortable, and I really appreciated the privacy of a private room. I would absolutely recommend this hostel to anyone visiting Bacalar — it felt like a little home away …

The best hostel I’ve stayed in!! The dorms are spacious, beds are super comfy and offer great privacy. The common areas such as the huge balcony with a view of the lagoon, the kitchen, the bar and pool are amazing and super spacious. You have plenty of places to chill and/or meet people. The bar becomes really lively at night and there were some activities organized by the hostel. They also recommended us day trips and they organize boat trips as well for the guests. Look no further, this is THE hostel to stay in!!

A very nice and modern hostel with every day activities and a lot of interaction between guests and personel. If you’re looking for a social party hostel with a lot of tours as well this is your place to be. In addition to that the hostel is also very clean, has nice food and drinks and a good pool with enough space to enjoy the sun. It’s in walking distance of both the main plaza and it’s restaurants and shops as well as the beautifull lake.

Nice and new room, great facilities, there are many places you can go and relax in the hostel also if you need time for yourself, pool, friendly and open staff, nice activities at the hostel, they booked activities for us and helped us as we stayed longer in Bacalar with the luggage

Super friendly staff, help you with everything! Clean and spacious room, super nice chill area and pool. Free breakfast, super comfi big bed. 10 minute walk to the centre, just 1 road walking down, nice and quiet here.

All was clean and spottles, bed was comfortable, tv and AV works as they soppose, spcious room, pool.

Location was in a banana grove in a quiet street. Accommodation was very simple, no cupboard or storage facility for clothes in room apart from a rail and a few hangers so everything was put on the floor.It is in a charming setting with a cute pool and garden and nice roof top area with hammocks and chairs and tables and communal fridge where a simple breakfast was available. Overall a simple, delightful quiet atmosphere. Also had free access to the sister hotel Tropic Beach Club right by the lagoon which was absolutely superb, we spent two days there.

Really nice place to chill, the pool area and the hammocks are great. Staff is really nice and helpful

Very large room and a huge, super comfortable bed. Cute sitting area upstairs and a nice pool. Accommodation in Bacalar is expensive so this is one of the best values you can get. Very friendly staff as well! It’s a 10 minute walk to the city centre but that’s all fine.

The Hotel was great we arrived prior to the Check in time and where given a great room # 206. The views are stunning from this Hotel. The Hotel staff always was friendly accommodating and always available to assist and help. The hotel is a bit dated but I known this prior to booking. It offers decent room with internet, AC and Pool. The onsite restaurant was ok. Nothing to rage about but good prices and fair meals. The Hotel is centrally located between Cenote Azul and Downtown Bacalar. If you are looking for a few day stay i would recommend this place. There are many other charming places in Bacalar but not all will have AC or Pool and this where some of the main factors why I chosen this place.

The hotel and grounds are located just outside of the town of Bacalar--a fifteen minute walk or 5 min drive. It is on Lake Bacalar and every room has an incredible view of the lake's turquoise magnificence. We have come to this hotel a half dozen times over the past few years and it is always a highlight of our trip to the Yucatan. The staff couldn't be nicer. The room rates are reasonable. There is a restaurant on the grounds with that expansive view of the lake. The restaurant is quite adequate with traditional fare and good breakfasts. The waiters are conscientious, if seemingly in training. There are also a few decent restaurants in the nearby town of Bacalar. The rooms are with either with AC or a fan. We typically chose those with a fan since in January-March, it is not hot and the rooms with a fan are old fashioned and down the slope nearer to the lake. We are swimmers and to swim at dawn in the lake on a typical January-March day is heavenly. At that time of year, the lake is placid and not too cold, however there is also a swimming pool, also with that beautiful view of the lake. The hotel also offers reasonably priced boat rides and kayak rentals. We are also birders and there dozens of local species in the jungle across the street from the hotel. Mayan ruins are all about within an hour's or two drive.

Located above the laguna with access to the water. Decent to good restaurant. Wifi -- ok most of the time. Rooms need upgrades. Pool is fine. Selling point is the location away from Chetumal and on the main north-south highway, and only 10 miles or so to the main east-west highway. Good value for the price.

We have been staying in this no frills hotel for the past 30 years. Gorgeous views, nice pool, comfortable bed and very clean.

I like the view , pool, bar, food average. Staff need more friendly and informative . Internet slow .

Nous avons passé une semaine relaxante dans ce petit hôtel sur un thème de maisonnettes grecques blanc et bleue. Très propre, équipé d’une cuisine ouverte 24h/24h donnant sur une terrasse avec quelques tables et chaises, wifi qui fonctionne bien et une équipe adorable. Possibilité de laver ses vêtements et eau potable à disposition. Seul (bémol) un peu excentré mais pour le prix d’une nuit, même avec les allers retours en taxi cela restent moins chers que le centre. Accès au lac à 10 min à pied et possibilité de louer des vélos. Je recommande vraiment.

The place is nicely decorated, it's close to main points (in car). Staff is friendly, rooms are sparkling clean. We really enjoyed staying there.

El lugar es muy bonito, estaba impecable y queda muy cerca de todo. El personal fue muy amable y la habitación olía muy rico.

La posada es muy linda, el servicio muy bueno, lo único es que está alejada de la laguna

Lugar tranquilo, no muy lejos de Bacalar en auto, limpio y muy cuidado. El personal muy amable.