Bacalar

Getting there

• About 340 km south of Cancún: 4–4.5 h by car.
• ADO from Cancún's downtown terminal (not from the airport): 5.5–6 h with stops.
• Maya Train: departs from the Cancún airport station, about 4.5 h.
• Closest airport: Chetumal (about 38 km, 45 min); Tulum 2.5–3 h; Cancún 4.5–5.5 h.
• Highway 307 is well kept: drive in daylight; routine military checkpoints.

Where to eat

Well-rated places on TripAdvisor (2026-09).

• La Cabañita Grill & Cantina

  Mexican and Caribbean
  4.9
• Hijos del Cocho

  Mexican and Caribbean
  4.9
• Nixtamal

  Mexican and steaks, fine dining
  4.8
• Los Hechizos

  Mexican
  4.8
• Bertilla Lagoon & Beach Club

  Italian, lagoon front
  4.9

Tours & activities

• Sailing or boat tour on the Lagoon of Seven Colors
  Tours may include cenote stops
• Cenote Azul
  Swimming and relaxing
• Stromatolites and Los Rápidos
  Natural formations and a drift-floating current
• San Felipe Fort
  Historic fort with a museum
• Ichkabal archaeological site
  Nearby Maya ruins

Where to rent

Most popular areas to rent a property.

• Centro
  Near the main square, fort and shops; walkable.
• Avenida Costera (frente a la laguna)
  Homes, cabins and hotels with lagoon access; the most sought-after rentals.
• Zona norte y sur de la laguna
  More secluded cabins and villas with more privacy; a car is needed.

Commonly used rental sites: Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, Inmuebles24.

Where to stay

Well-rated options on TripAdvisor (2026-09).

• Amainah Bacalar

  Modern eco-resort by the lagoon
  5.0
• Cristalino Lagoon Front Hotel

  Luxury lagoon front, with spa
  4.8
• Hotel Carolina

  Family-friendly, waterfront
  4.8
• Rancho Encantado

  Lakeside retreat
  4.7
• Our Habitas Bacalar

  Lakeside wellness, adults only
  4.6