El Chital

Property class: 3

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Located close to Lake Bacalar, El Chital provides free continental breakfast, a free daily manager's reception, and a terrace. Active travelers can enjoy fishing, rowing/canoeing, and boating at this hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna, and indulge in reflexology, aromatherapy, or a hot stone massage. The on-site restaurant, Co´ox Ja´ana, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AED 340
AED 411 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct

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A wooden cabin room with a bed, a hammock, and a ceiling fan.

Cabin, 1 King Bed, Balcony

  • Lagoon view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A cabin with two beds, a wooden floor, a chandelier, and large windows.

Cabin, 2 Queen Beds, Lagoon View

  • Lagoon view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Raudales, El Chital is in the suburbs and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Laguna Bacalar Ecological Park and Lake Bacalar. Don't miss out on a visit to Santuario del Manati. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Raudales travel guide
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Km 3 Raudales, Raudales, QROO, 77943

What's nearby

  • Manatee Sanctuary
    10 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Oxtankah Ruins
    56 min drive - 29.0 km
  • Dos Mulas
    60 min drive - 33.3 km
  • Santuario del Manati
    60 min drive - 32.2 km
  • Dr. Alfredo Barrera Marin Botanical Garden
    60 min drive - 32.2 km

Getting around

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

About this property

El Chital

  • Hotel by the lake
  • Located close to Lake Bacalar, El Chital provides free continental breakfast, a free daily manager's reception, and a terrace. Active travelers can enjoy fishing, rowing/canoeing, and boating at this hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna, and indulge in reflexology, aromatherapy, or a hot stone massage. The on-site restaurant, Co´ox Ja´ana, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
  • You'll also find perks like:
    • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
    • Free self parking
    • Free bicycle rentals, outdoor furniture, and tour/ticket assistance
    • A nature reserve and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at El Chital offer comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as thoughtful touches like air conditioning.
  • More amenities include:
    • Pillowtop mattresses and down comforters
    • Decks/patios, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

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Frequently asked questions

Does El Chital have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at El Chital?

As of 24 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Chital on 25 October 2026 start from AED 340, excluding 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 El Chital pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at El Chital?

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at El Chital?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for MXN 450.00.

Where is El Chital located?

Situated on the riverwalk, this hotel is within 25 mi (40 km) of Oxtankah Ruins, Santuario del Manati, and Museo de la Ciudad.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select 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

El Chital Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 130 out of 220 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 220 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 220 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 220 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 220 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Beutiful place, quiet and staff is very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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This is one of the most unique and beautiful places I have ever stayed. And the food was excellent--I just paid twice as much for a pizza in Merida that was half as good as the one I had at El Chital.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely, low-key establishment on the edge of an undeveloped lagoon. Great birding! Very peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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The place is great to relax and be in touch with nature all the staff is amazing and they will definitely make your experience unique and you will feel like another member of the family, overall it’s a great place and there are so many things to do in the premises that you will hardly want to leave… if you are up for a drive and want to be in one of the nicest lagoons with not a lot of people around it’s definitely worth it… highly recommend it…
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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The cabin was well-equipped, even luxurious, with a great view. Esmeralda, our cook and staff person, couldn't have been more helpful and kind. The grounds are peaceful with great bird watching. We kayaked every day and did yoga on the screened in porch. I was so happy we decided to pass by here! It was restorative and relaxing, with great affordable meals. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing stay

It's an incredibly beautiful place, cozy, with excellent service (thank you especially to Mari Jose and Jhoselyn). Definitely worth the time
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The location is excellent, the bed was comfortable, plenty of hot water. We enjoyed kayaking in the morning. Breakfast was delicious and the service was great from the time we arrived to when we left. Definitely would revisit.
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10/10 Excellent

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The location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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2/10 Terrible

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The property owner or manager never showed up the day we arrived to check in. We were ghosted and they better not charge me for the 2 nights I booked in advance!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No tenían mi reservación
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Limpio, tranquilo, personal muy amable, te prestan bicis y kayaks.. solo debes planear tus comidas, no hay nada cerca, ni una tiendita.. sali a vomer a in lugar llamado el pez de oro y me cobraron carísimo por un plato de camarones mal hechos $300 en una palapa con muy bonota vista y nada mas... si quieres algo tranquilo rodeado de naturaleza espectacular un par de dias, ese es el lugar, si buscas lujos y gente mo es ahi.. estas aislado de todo
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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2/10 Terrible

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La piscina es una tina
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Es un lugar muy bello y tranquilo. La mejor opción para desconectarte del estrés. Muy amable el personal. Definitivamente volveré.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

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Un lugar maravilloso. Recomiendo que pongan botanas y refrescos para vender
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Hubo una tormenta y se interrumpió el suministro eléctrico, la planta de emergencia tardo en operar.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Ni sikiera me ospede estaba muy lejos de la ciudad y mi esposa tubo miedo de ir al lugar
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Toda una experiencia, en un lugar muy bello
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Todo fue muy bonito ,como recomendación lleven repelente el lugar muy cómodo y tranquilo
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

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El lugar es perfecto, si se busca tranquilidad y paz, la atención es buena, lo unico que se nos complico el transporte, esta muy lejos, es para ir y no salir del lugar.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
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6/10 Okay

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Mi esposa y yo íbamos a celebrar nuestro primer aniversario de esposos. Nos fuimos decepcionados de nuestra experiencia con el Hotel el Chital. Al llegar al hotel no había señalamiento que nos indicará en donde se encontraba la recepción. Esto nos llevo a recorrer el complejo varias veces. Después de caminar varios minutos, identificamos el restaurante donde nos recibió una señora. Las instalaciones se ve que carecen de manutención, más allá de la limpieza regular. Las sabanas de la cama parecían de cartón y el aire acondicionado, el cual se veía viejo poco enfriaba la cabaña. La regadera y el baño funcionaban bien. El lugar sólo tenía dos personas como personal y que carecían de experiencia en materia de hotelería. Quien recibe también cocina porque no hay chef. Esto no se nos comentó al momento de reservar, y a pesar de eso se cobraron los platillos como un platillo de restaurante. Se solicitó un viaje en bote por la laguna que colinda con el hotel, sin embargo nunca se nos informó el costo y al final este tuvo un precio demasiado alto para lo que representaba. El penúltimo día, nuestra idea era quedarnos en el hotel, pero el servicio de energía eléctrica se fue desde las 5am y volvió hasta tarde, por lo que nos vimos forzados a salir del hotel todo el día en busca de comida, ya que no se cuenta con planta de energía o paneles solares. Mi esposa paso un muy mal rato por esta situación, pues no logró dormir bien. En general nuestra estancia fue promedio/regular
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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La Dueña un primor , atención , hospitalidad , todo divino
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Muy bonito y las cabañas están hermosas la vista espectacular.gracias por recibirnos.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Me encantó la estadía en el lugar un lugar placentero
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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El lugar es magico, el contacto con la naturaleza extraordinario pero definitivamente lo mejor del lugar lo hace cada una de las personas que trabajan en El Chital, gracias por estas extraordinarias vacaciones, extrañaremos a Daniel, pero esperamos volver pronto.
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10/10 Excellent

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Recomendable, lugar para disfrutar sin el bullicio y amontonamiento de otros sitios, vale la pena