Hotel Rancho Encantado sits by the lake, offering a private beach and serene garden for unwinding. Guests can row on the water, sip drinks at the poolside bar, or savor Mexican dishes at Los Hechizos restaurant. Previous visitors consistently praise the attentive staff.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
On private beach
Spa pool
Spa
Parking included
Restaurant
The current price is NZ$250
NZ$250
includes taxes & fees
22 June - 23 June
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Located in Bacalar, Hotel Rancho Encantado is on a private beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Laguna Bacalar Ecological Park and Lake Bacalar. Manatee Sanctuary and Santuario del Manati are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby. Visit our Bacalar travel guide
Carretera Federal 307 Km 24, Bacalar, QROO, 77930
What's nearby
Lake Bacalar
8 min walk - 0.7 km
Laguna Bacalar Ecological Park
4 min drive - 2.9 km
Fort of San Felipe
5 min drive - 3.6 km
Cenote Cocalitos
8 min drive - 7.2 km
Polytechnic University of Bacalar
4 min drive - 2.5 km
Getting around
Chetumal, Quintana Roo (CTM-Chetumal Intl.)
38 min drive
Restaurants
asadero el establo
2 min drive
Pueblo Pirata
18 min walk
Tizmiche
14 min walk
Las Miches De La 1
4 min drive
Xoloitzcuintle Bacalar
4 min drive
About this property
Hotel Rancho Encantado
Upscale hotel near Lake Bacalar
At Hotel Rancho Encantado, you can look forward to a poolside bar, a terrace and a garden. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach and rowing. Treat yourself to a body wrap, a facial or a body scrub at the on-site spa. The on-site Mexican cuisine restaurant, Los Hechizos, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and children's meals. In addition to laundry facilities and a bar, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks include:
An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
Free self-parking
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and wedding services
Smoke-free property, 1 meeting room and a vending machine
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Hotel Rancho Encantado have thoughtful touches, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as safes.
24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Free self parking on site
Limited on-site 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
Restaurants on site
Los Hechizos
Things to do
Full-service spa
Hot tub
Outdoor pool
Rowing/canoeing
TV in common areas
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Vending machine
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Turndown service
Wedding services
Business services
1,216 square feet of conference space
Meeting room
Outdoors
Garden
On a lake
On a private beach
Pool loungers
Terrace
Full-service spa
Body scrubs
Body wraps
Couples treatment rooms
Facials
Massage
Spa open daily
Spa treatment rooms
Accessibility
Lift
More
17 buildings
2 floors
Built in 1994
Mosquito nets
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Shower
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 and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
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 or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Breakage deposit: MXN 3000.00 per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
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 (return)
Airport shuttle fee per child: MXN 560.00 (return), (from 2 to 12 years old)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 001-025-002544/2026
We should mention
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the hot tub without adult supervision
Guests under 13 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 13 years old are only allowed with adult supervision
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Rancho Encantado have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Rancho Encantado?
As of 9 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Rancho Encantado on 22 Jun 2026 start from NZ$250, 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.
Is Hotel Rancho Encantado pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Hotel Rancho Encantado?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Hotel Rancho Encantado?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Hotel Rancho Encantado?
Checkout is at noon.
Does Hotel Rancho Encantado provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of MXN 560.00 per person applies.
Where is Hotel Rancho Encantado located?
Nestled on the beach, this Bacalar hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Lake Bacalar and 1.6 mi (2.7 km) from Laguna Bacalar Ecological Park. Ecopark Bacalar and Polytechnic University of Bacalar are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Hotel Rancho Encantado Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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The accommodations, cleanliness and staff are very nice. The lagoon was calm when we visited and it was fun to use the kayaks and the boat tour of the lagoon originating right from the little pier at the hotel was exemplary.
The only thing that was a bit annoying was the loud sound of leaf blowers to disturb the calm of this lovely resort so maybe not doing that every day would be so much better or hand raking…
Marianne
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth
17 Oct 2025
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.
We literally had the best room in the whole place. Located on the lagoon with a dock with two chairs and our own private tub out front it was like our own private paradise. The staff was sweet and friendly and gracious. We ate breakfast at the restaurant every day and got drinks and dinner from them also. Salvador was so sweet and friendly when checking us in and Abel was not only the “water activities director “ ( aka lent our kayaks and SUPs) but took us out on a boat tour with some other folks. On our second day we did the boat tour offered by the hotel and it was amazing! Abel gave us all sorts of information and education about the lagoon as we cruised… Halfway through the tour a giant squall hit and we were pelted with the rain storm, in the amazing warm water. Luckily it was all adults and we are having the best time so we all got in the water and swam and exfoliated ourselves with the sand and laughed together. Then the sun came out and we continued on and went to the Pirates Cove where we laughed and drink beer and had an amazing day . The restaurant staff were fantastic and brought my husband breakfast dessert and welcomed us every day . When we got home I asked him what his favorite part was and he said the boat ride at Bacalar ❤️ we hated to leave and will absolutely return. The water was the clearest and purest we’ve ever been in and those seven colors aren’t a joke. Thank you so much for our stay❤️❤️❤️
Denise
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Karen
26 Jul 2025
Liked: Amenities
Clean, beautiful pool, well situated on lagoon. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Karen
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Paul
14 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel is an oasis on teh Lake with great waterfront location with on-site pool, restaurant and dock facilities.
The week we spent at the resort was very special. The staff are wonderful and our every need was taken care of. The environment is pristine. I highly recommend this resort and the staff! We will be back.😁