Boca de Agua Bacalar
Sustainable tropical modernism meets Japanese wabi-sabi sensibility. Raw wood, natural fibers, original artwork by Marina Silva, and a mostly brown-green-off-white palette. Quiet and deliberate — no TVs, no excess. The jungle is the décor.
Book the sunrise kayak tour — it runs at 5:30 AM and is complimentary for guests. Worth every early alarm.
Why It Matters
Michelin Key 2025 recipient. Designed by Frida Escobedo (one of Mexico's most celebrated architects). One of the only properties in Bacalar with a rehabilitated on-site mangrove ecosystem. Member of Design Hotels and featured in National Geographic and Time Magazine.
Boca de Agua is a design-driven eco-retreat sitting right on the Lagoon of Seven Colors in Bacalar. The 22 treehouse villas, designed by architect Frida Escobedo, rise on stilts among the jungle canopy — built with FSC-certified tropical hardwood, furnished by local artisans using recycled materials, and intentionally screen-free. The 82-acre property keeps 90% of its land untouched as a conservation zone, with a rehabilitated mangrove ecosystem, spider monkeys roaming the reserve, and a MBR water treatment plant so nothing ever reaches the lagoon.
Where You'll Stay
3 room types available
2-Bedroom Pool Treehouse
At 90m², this is the largest villa and the go-to for families or a group of friends. Two bedrooms (one king, one with two queen beds), two bathrooms, a private 6.6m² plunge pool, and the same sustainably-built, artisan-furnished aesthetic as the other villas. The two bedrooms can technically be booked separately. Sleeps up to 6. Also intentionally screen-free.
King + 2 Queens · 90 sqmJungle Treehouse
A true treehouse at 45m², built around a living tree and elevated among the canopy. No pool — just you, the forest, spider monkeys, and toucans. Cross-ventilation replaces air conditioning when you choose, and an outdoor shower brings you closer to the elements. Original artwork from Marina Silva, furniture from Memo design studio made with recycled materials, Vivenda linens, Laguna Cyprien bath products, and a minibar stocked with Mexican gourmet products. The lagoon at Laguna Xulhá is a short jungle walk away. Intentionally screen-free.
King · 45 sqmMaster Pool Treehouse
The most expansive single-room villa at 75m², with a private 6.6m² plunge pool and a generous terrace wrapped in jungle canopy. Frida Escobedo's architecture rises on stilts with timber screens that play with light. Same artisan-made furnishings and Laguna Cyprien products as the Jungle Treehouse, but with considerably more space and that private pool. Walk the jungle trail down to the turquoise waters of Laguna Xulhá when the pool isn't enough. Sleeps 2. Intentionally screen-free.
King · 75 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
1 venue on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Guided tour of Bacalar town covering the historic San Felipe Fort (pirate history), Cenote Azul, and a stop at famous local artisanal ice cream shop Annie. Requires 24-hour advance reservation.
Expert-led expeditions to rarely explored Mayan archaeological sites including Ichkabal, Kohunlich, and Dzibanché. Designed with archaeologists and guided with respect for the land.
On-site birdwatching in the surrounding jungle and lagoon environment. Toucans and numerous tropical species are regular sightings.
Staff-guided walk through the 82-acre property's jungle, identifying medicinal plants, local flora, and wildlife including spider monkeys and tropical birds.
Guided nature tour visiting the Xul-Ha area to observe Bacalar's local flora and fauna. Includes a guide, water, seasonal fruit, snacks, and snorkel/swimming equipment. Departs at 10 AM and 3 PM.
Hands-on cooking classes offered on-site. Details via concierge.
On-site pétanque court for casual play — a good rainy-day option when the open-air spaces get rained out.
4-hour sailing excursion on the turquoise lagoon departing at 11 AM or 5 PM. Includes a guide, water, seasonal fruit, snacks, and snorkel/swimming equipment. Led by local biologists who explain the ecological threats facing the lagoon.
2.5-hour guided kayak tour departing at sunrise (5:30 AM) or sunset (3:30 PM). Includes a guide, water, coffee, seasonal fruit, and a swimming stop at Los Rápidos — a natural current on the lagoon.
Guided paddle boarding at sunrise (5:30 AM) or sunset (3:30 PM) on the lagoon. Includes a guide, water, coffee, snacks, and a swimming stop at Los Rápidos.
Free-form lagoon access with kayaks (subject to availability) and towels. Complimentary for hotel guests; $30 USD for day visitors.
Dedicated stargazing deck on the property. Bacalar's remote location and limited light pollution make for excellent night-sky viewing.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Free WiFi throughout the property and in all villas, despite the screen-free room philosophy.
Property has its own private jetty extending over the Lagoon of Seven Colors, with day-bed loungers facing the water.
Multifunctional space available for meetings, events, or group gatherings.
On-site Kanché garden cultivated by hotel staff, part of the property's syntropic agriculture program. Produce used in FLORA restaurant.
Roof terrace with views over the lagoon.
On-site outdoor pool with bright green tiles, cream sofas, and hammocks, surrounded by jungle. A separate cenote pool is also available for cool-water submersion.
Natural cenote pool on the property offering cool freshwater submersion amid canopy trees. The planned wellness center will be located adjacent to it.
Airport transfer service available from Chetumal airport and Bacalar train station. Must be arranged at least 24 hours before arrival via reservations email. Surcharges apply.
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