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El Chital

3.0 star property
Riverwalk hotel with free breakfast and a sauna

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Perched by Lake Bacalar, El Chital offers a tranquil retreat with continental breakfast, manager's reception and a scenic terrace. Enjoy boating or rowing/canoeing on the lake, then unwind at the sauna or indulge in massage therapies. Relax by the outdoor pool with sun loungers and umbrellas or explore nature through free bicycle rentals.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Room options

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Double Room Standard

  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, bed sheets

Cabin, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Highlights

Deck/patio
Air conditioning
Pillow menu
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Cabin, 2 Queen Beds, Lagoon View

Highlights

Deck/patio
Air conditioning
Pillow menu
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Daily housekeeping
  • 30 sq m
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Quadruple Room Standard

  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

About the neighborhood

Map
Km 3 Raudales, Raudales, QROO, 77943

What's nearby

  • Manatee Sanctuary - 12 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Oxtankah Ruins - 51 min drive - 17.0 miles

Getting around

  • Chetumal, Quintana Roo (CTM-Chetumal Intl.) - 56 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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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Co´ox Ja´ana

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Fishing
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out fee: MXN 450.00

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 8 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room; children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: MXN 450.00

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, debit 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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Chital Cabin
Chital Cabin Chetumal
Chital Chetumal
El Chital Cabin Raudales
El Chital Cabin
El Chital Raudales
El Chital
El Chital Hotel
El Chital Raudales
El Chital Hotel Raudales

Frequently asked questions

Does El Chital have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

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.

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