Curated Stays in Bacalar — A Handpicked Selection
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I’m here to share extraordinary stays—handpicked hideaways that stand out for their bespoke service, meticulous attention to detail, and exceptional design. Each selection is thoughtfully curated to highlight spaces where aesthetics, comfort, and personality come together naturally.
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Bacalar, Quintana Roo
An adults-only lagoon-front sanctuary with 34 A-frame tented rooms, Our Habitas Bacalar blends low-impact architecture and soulful design. Rooms include “Jungle” tents hidden among palms, “Lagoon” tents with water views, and “Lagoon Breeze” tents offering both jungle and lagoon perspectives. The property features a treetop restaurant (Siete), a wellness center with yoga and meditation rituals, a lagoon deck for water activities such as paddleboard and kayaking, and a strong commitment to sustainability and regeneration.
Prices start from 190€
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Bacalar, Quintana Roo
A regenerative design‑hotel set in the jungle by the Lagoon of Seven Colors, Boca de Agua offers 22 treehouse-style villas raised on stilts, built to minimize environmental impact. The houses have soft neutral interiors, A/C, outdoor rain showers, and private terraces overlooking the jungle. Guests can disconnect in nature while enjoying wellness treatments inspired by ancient practices, kayaking and sailing on the lagoon, and farm-to-table cuisine at the on-site restaurant.
Prices starting from 330€
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Bacalar, Quintana Roo
An eco-retreat on the shores of Bacalar’s blue lagoon featuring 6 A‑frame cabins made from local materials. The design blends rustic simplicity with sustainable luxury, offering a slow-life experience deeply connected to nature. Guests can relax on private terraces, enjoy lake views, and embrace barefoot living under canvas ceilings. The property focuses on eco-conscious practices and has a minimal footprint.
Prices starting from 216€
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Bacalar, Quintana Roo
A healing‑sanctuary hotel with 18 rooms, Casa Hormiga is designed around wellness, ritual, and deep connection with nature. The architecture mixes raw concrete, thatched roofs, and Wabi‑sabi sensibility, creating calm, reflective spaces. Guests can enjoy a peaceful garden with century-old trees, two outdoor pools, a library, free daily yoga, and guided rituals influenced by Mayan and Ayurvedic traditions. There’s also a wellness spa, bicycle rentals, and a beach club on the nearby lagoon.
Prices start at 164€
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Bacalar, Quintana Roo
A regenerative, jungle‑lagoon retreat with 8 rooms, Kapok Bacalar is powered by solar energy and designed around sustainability and connection. Rooms include the Casita, Jungle Suite, Jungle Cabin, and a Treehouse — all set amidst lush jungle vegetation with outdoor bathrooms under the stars. The property features a temazcal, hot and cold outdoor spa, a floating yoga deck, and a plant‑based restaurant.
Prices starting from 130€
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As always, in my guides, I strive to give visibility to independent, small accommodations with soul, character, and charm, catering to the design-oriented traveler who appreciates unique and creatively curated spaces, embracing the essence of slow travel and a mindful approach to hospitality.
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