Last Updated
TIME Magazine has named the Boca de Agua hotel in Bacalar among the best in the 2024 edition of The World’s Greatest Places.
Boca de Agua earned a spot on the world’s most spectacular accommodations list with its seamless fusion of eco-luxury and Mayan decor.
Situated amidst lush rainforests and Bacalar’s world-famous lagoons, Boca de Agua is making headlines in the travel community for its bold design and hip nature and cultural experiences.
With travel to southern Quintana Roo set to skyrocket over the coming months, here’s why travelers are adding this luxury hotel to their bucket list.
Bacalar Accommodation Rated Among World’s Best As Travel To Region Soars
Each year, countless hotels & resorts in Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean are featured as some of the best in the world.
However, very rarely is a property chosen as a global highlight by publications as prestigious as TIME, which recently revealed its choice for the World’s Greatest Places 2024.
The boutique hotel features 22 treehouse-style villas designed by the renowned Mexican architect Frida Escobedo.
Carefully intertwining with Bacalar’s verdant rainforests, each suite offers an immersive nature experience with stunning views of the remote surroundings.
Inside, guests can enjoy an unparalleled luxury experience with top-of-the-line bedding designed to promote relaxation.
Wooden finishes and sustainable materials can be found throughout the property, ensuring minimal environmental impact while retaining a luxury feel often missed by other similar properties.
TIME also points out Boca de Agua’s unique location, situated just a stone’s throw away from Bacalar’s famous colorful lagoons.
Yet the eco-friendly hotel is conveniently close to downtown Bacalar, offering easy access to the vibrant urban area.
Aside from its winning formula of eco-luxury, guests can enjoy a wide range of activities and experiences intended to showcase Bacalar’s diverse nature offerings; from lagoon kayaking to sailing and everything in between, Boca de Agua guarantees exciting adventures for nature lovers.
Food is also strongly featured across the property. Its main restaurant, Flora, prides itself on delivering fresh local flavors sourced from local farms.
The restaurant is also open to visitors, making Boca de Agua an excellent choice for a relaxing lunch or dinner experience unlike any other.
Touted by many as the next Tulum, Bacalar has seen travel numbers grow by over 20% compared to last year as travelers seek out quiet destinations away from the hustle and bustle of nearby hotspots.
While all-inclusive resorts continue to dominate travelers’ preferences, hotels like Boca de Agua are a growing alternative, encouraging visitors to explore local sights.
Rates for the award-winning hotel start at $430 a night for a minimum stay of two nights.
And with the stunning hotel winning the hearts of many travelers, potential bookers are urged to act fast, with Boca de Agua’s 22 villas likely to sell out fast ahead of the winter season.
The stylish Bacalar hotel is one of many to be found in the southern areas of Quintana Roo.
Hotspots like Tulum are turning to Mayan history & culture for inspiration, with many new properties boasting eco-designs aimed at enhancing relaxation.
The 5-star Secrets Tulum Resort & Beach Club is one example of a new property that is redefining luxury travel with its unique infusion of lavish amenities and Mayan design & culture.
Guests at the upscale property will find everything from cenotes to green mangroves, all inspired by the area’s vast nature and rich cultural heritage.
Plan Your Next Cancun Vacation:
Traveler Alert: Don’t Forget Travel Insurance For Your Next Trip!
Choose From Thousands of Cancun and Riviera Maya Hotels, Resorts and Hostels with Free Cancellation On Most Properties
↓ Join the community ↓
The Cancun Sun Community FB group has all the latest travel news, conversations and tourism Q&A’s for the Mexican Caribbean
Subscribe to our Latest Posts
Enter your email address to subscribe to The Cancun Sun’s latest breaking news affecting travelers, straight to your inbox.