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Hotel Rancho Encantado

Property class: 4
4-star beachfront hotel near Lake Bacalar

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A wooden overwater structure with a thatched roof, a hammock, and a clear view of the ocean.
An open wooden door leading to a deck with a view of the sea.
A poolside area with wooden lounge chairs, a hot tub, and lush greenery.
A room with a thatched roof, two beds, a wooden deck, and a view of the sea.
A wooden pier leading to a thatched-roof structure over clear turquoise water.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Carretera Federal 307 Km 24, Bacalar, QROO, 77930
  • Place, Lake Bacalar
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Polytechnic University of Bacalar
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Laguna Bacalar Ecological Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chetumal, Quintana Roo (CTM-Chetumal Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Cabin, Lake View

A room with a four-poster bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a balcony with chairs.

Cabin, Lake View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Suite, Garden View

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outside.

Superior Suite, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Garden double room with AC

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a ceiling fan.

Garden double room with AC

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a wooden bench, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Garden Master Suite

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a wooden bench, a chair, and a wall with a decorative blue panel and a framed picture.

Garden Master Suite

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Master Suite lagoon view

A modern living room with a wooden coffee table, blue sofas, and a white canopy bed.

Master Suite lagoon view

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Double suite, lagoon view

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden bench, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with a view.

Double suite, lagoon view

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Lagoon view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Casita Laguna Superior

A room with a four-poster bed, wooden furniture, a bench, and a window with a view of greenery.

Casita Laguna Superior

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Lagoon view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Exclusive Villa

A pathway leading to a beach with palm trees and a bench.

Exclusive Villa

  • Lagoon view
  • 969 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Traditional Cabin

A thatched-roof hut with a porch, surrounded by greenery.

Traditional Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Studio Suite

A bedroom with a bed, a bench, two chairs, a window, and a framed picture on the wall.

Superior Studio Suite

  • Lagoon view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Bacalar

Beachfront retreat .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Bacalar and 2 miles (3 km) of Polytechnic University of Bacalar with a stay here. Ecopark Bacalar and Laguna Bacalar Ecological Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Lake Bacalar - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Polytechnic University of Bacalar - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Laguna Bacalar Ecological Park - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Cenote Azul - 8 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Cenote Cocalitos - 8 min drive - 4.5 miles

Getting around

  • Chetumal, Quintana Roo (CTM-Chetumal Intl.) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪asadero el establo - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Marisqueria El Taco Loco - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Las Miches De La 1 - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Xoloitzcuintle Bacalar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pueblo Pirata - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Hotel Rancho Encantado

4-star beachfront hotel near Lake Bacalar
A private beach is featured. Hotel Rancho Encantado offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a hot tub. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 1216 square feet (113 square meters) and includes conference space. A terrace, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Hotel Rancho Encantado. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Bacalar hotel is smoke free.

  • 35 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 17 buildings
  • 1216 sq ft of conference space
  • 113 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1994
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Hotel Rancho Encantado offers 35 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and ceiling fans. Rooms open to furnished patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.
The onsite spa has massage/treatment rooms and couples treatment room(s). Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments.

The spa is open daily. Children under 13 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 13 years old are not allowed in the spa.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: MXN 200 to 500 for adults and MXN 200 to 500 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 3 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: MXN 3000.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately MXN 200 to 500 for adults, and MXN 200 to 500 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: MXN 560.00 per person (roundtrip)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: MXN 560.00 (roundtrip), (from 2 to 12 years old)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 001-025-002544/2026

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • One child 3 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Hotel Rancho Encantado
Hotel Rancho Encantado Bacalar
Rancho Encantado
Rancho Encantado Bacalar
Rancho Encantado Hotel Bacalar
Rancho Encantado Laguna Bacalar
Hotel Rancho Encantado Hotel
Hotel Rancho Encantado Bacalar
Hotel Rancho Encantado Hotel Bacalar

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Rancho Encantado to the airport?

Hotel Rancho Encantado is 25.3 mi (38-min drive) away from the Chetumal, Quintana Roo (CTM-Chetumal Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Rancho Encantado?

As of Oct 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Rancho Encantado on Oct 25, 2026 start from $131, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Hotel Rancho Encantado have an airport shuttle?

Hotel Rancho Encantado offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of MXN 560.00 per person, roundtrip.

How close is Hotel Rancho Encantado to the beach?

This hotel is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel Rancho Encantado offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Hotel Rancho Encantado, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between MXN 200 and 500 for adults, MXN 200 and 500 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Rancho Encantado?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hotel Rancho Encantado?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Hotel Rancho Encantado?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Hotel Rancho Encantado have a pool?

Hotel Rancho Encantado features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Hotel Rancho Encantado have a restaurant?

Hotel Rancho Encantado is home to Los Hechizos, which features Mexican cuisine.

Does Hotel Rancho Encantado have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features facials, body wraps, and massages.

How close is Hotel Rancho Encantado to downtown Bacalar?

Hotel Rancho Encantado is 1.9 mi away from Bacalar.

Hotel Rancho Encantado Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 763 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 178 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1000 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and very peaceful, the restaurant was great and the rooms very clean
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Incredibly gorgeous and wonderful place. Excellent place to enjoy all Bacalar has to offer.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room with water access are well worth it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great and the location was a dream. I loved the painted floor and personal dock in our cabin
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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My experience at this hotel was awesome, everything was beautiful, the staff was very friendly and welcoming.. I really recommend to stay here 😊
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, comfy bed and excellent restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean and the staff was lovely. It had everything we needed while still feeling small and intimate
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice, well-run place in a beautiful location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Incredible property, wonderful staff and excellent restaurant, the complete package. It’s hard to find a place that checks all the boxes, this place does. Book a lakeside room you won’t be disappointed. We can’t wait to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful and serene. Friendly and accommodating staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was clean the priperty too. We did not use the pool or have breakfeast as we had to leave early but dinner was delicious and they made it extra special as it was my moms bday and played the mañanitas for us and beought out a special cheesecake
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was super nice!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Such a wonderful experience thank you especially enjoyed our spa treatments I have worked in the industry for decades & have never had such an incredible massage thank you for a truly relaxing experience great food & drinks & service hope to return soon
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everyone was great
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Very comfortable, safe, relaxing property
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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ok
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, courteous staff, highly recommend it 👍
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities
Excellent hotel for relaxing right on the lagoon. Very clean, staff is friendly, love their dock, pool, jacuzzi. Beds and rooms are very clean and comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was great! Looking forward to return sometime soon. Only regret was that it was only for 1 night
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities
Great stay, place it’s awesome and the staff is super nice z
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The lighting was horrible. Especially the bathroom lighting Staff was excellent , very attentive courteous no other complaints but the lighting
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place has to be the most gorgeous hotel on the Bacalar Lagoon!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was in great conditions super clean and comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025