Wonderful
172 Reviews
Wonderful
172 Verified Reviews
Carretera Chetumal - Escarcega, Kohunlich, Mexico, United Mexican States. See map
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Located in Kohunlich, The Explorean Selva Maya Kohunlich is in a state park and within the region of Dzibanché and Kinich-Ná. This all-inclusive hotel is 30.9 mi (49.8 km) from Lake Bacalar. Make yourself at home in one of the 40 guestrooms featuring free minibar items. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Rooms have private furnished patios. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Featured amenities include multilingual staff, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel is complimentary at scheduled times, and a train station pick-up service is also provided at no charge.
No cribs (infant beds) available
No elevators
Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education)
Events/parties not allowed
LGBTQIA+ friendly
Professional property host/manager
Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing
Property does not require health documentation at check-in
Pets allowed
Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 20
Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 44
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum number of pets per room 2
Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Pets cannot be left unattended
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
English
Spanish
Free WiFi
Parking available
Airport transfers
Dining services
Concierge
Spa
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Banquet facilities
Transportation services
Accessible facilities
Gift shops or newsstand
Golfing nearby
Internet access in public areas - surcharge
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Garden
Free breakfast
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Spa services on site
Multilingual staff
Front desk (limited hours)
Full-service spa
Spa treatment room(s)
Steam room
Sauna
Wedding services
Pool umbrellas
Ecotours nearby
Free train station pickup
Number of restaurants - 1
Number of outdoor pools - 1
Number of hot tubs - 1
Free bicycles on site
Self parking (surcharge)
Number of bars/lounges - 1
Number of poolside bars - 1
Daily
Free airport transportation - pickup
Pool sun loungers
Terrace
Free cooked-to-order breakfast
Free train station drop-off
Electric car charging station
Books
Games
Water dispenser
Couples/private dining
Private picnics
Nature reserve
Proposal/romance packages available
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Uncovered parking
Secured parking
Wheelchairs available on site
Wheelchair accessible – no
Food and water bowls
Secured bicycle storage
Bicycle parking available
Vegetarian breakfast available
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Locally-sourced food on site (80% or more)
Vegan menu options available
Vegetarian menu options available
Bulk dispenser for toiletries
Water-efficient toilets only
Water dispenser use by guests actively encouraged
Canoeing nearby
No accessible airport shuttle
No accessible train station shuttle
Cobblestone flooring in public areas
Wonderful
172 Verified Reviews
Poor
27 Jun 2025Exceptional
16 Jun 2025This was my first experience at the jungle and I really enjoyed it. The fact that we had tours included every day of our stay was amazing. I really enjoyed the quietness of the place and how it makes you stay present. It was a wonderful experience
Exceptional
29 May 2025Staff, hotel, and food is great. My only recommendation is to have a bar that closes later.
Excellent
15 Mar 2025What an amazing hotel. It exceeded our expectations by far, everything was perfect - from the pickup at the airport until the end. The food was amazing, all the activities were fantastic, and the place is absolutely gorgeous. We loved everything, all the staff was great, specially Angel, who paid closed attention to us, always bringing us a new drink as soon as we finished one, and provided an unparalleled service. We will be back for sure. Only observation I would give is that there was one activity I really wanted to do (xul-ha) and they told several times there would not be an excursion there, and I know there were 2 while I was in the hotel. They should allow you to pick your excursions.
Exceptional
21 Aug 2024Excelente propiedad para descansar
Excellent
04 Mar 2024Good food. Very nice piramid tour. Very good lagoon tour
Poor
13 Dec 2023We were not able to stay at the resort. The location on the map is incorrect and the resort is not 8 minutes from the airport (it is more like an hour) Communication with the resort was attempted several times in several different ways and none were successful. A response came from the resort at 9:27 pm , much too late. We had to secure lodging else where. The physical location on the map is not a resort.
Exceptional
11 Apr 2023the nature around you and the activities are incredible (and are already included in your fee). Awesome place to visit!
Exceptional
15 Feb 2023Amazing and relaxing experience. The service was extra special
Exceptional
27 Jan 2023Loved the all inclusive part of having all food included including coffee delivered to Room at 7:15. Ok that had to walk to main hotel for wifi. Loved remote and privacy of the 42 Cabins and long path that you had to walk. Wonderful outdoor patio. Bike rental convenient ride to awesome Konulich Ruins in gorgeous jungle better than other nearby ruins. Pool nice. Night time activity for lake paddle just ok. Daytime kayak trip to a Balacar better. Awesome food. Nice open bar. Saw a monkey and many birds on property. Would come back!
Exceptional
23 Jan 2023Fantastic, friendly staff. Meals were great and quite varied, drinks and snacks available at any time. Incredible value.
Exceptional
11 Jan 2023Absolutely loved the excursion and the surprises they set up! They think of everything!
Exceptional
05 Mar 2022Gorgeous hotel and setting - the staff was really professional yet so friendly and helpful. The excursions seemed well thought out and were very enjoyable. The room was beautiful, 1/2 of a large palapa with a lovely outside seating area, and the bed was very comfortable. I liked the all inclusive concept with the self service bar as well, and the food quality was excellent (always two choices for starter, main, and dessert for lunch and dinner, plus a variety of breakfast options). I really liked the intimate feel of the place - a good setting to meet new people but also to be alone if preferred.
Exceptional
16 Feb 2022Beautiful place!
Amazing resort! I wish we could of stayed longer.
Exceptional
31 Jan 2022I think this hotel is all about the details! The staff is wonderful and the different activities were very well planned and fun! Though there’s not too much around, you can use the hotel bikes and go to the ruins 2km far from the hotel or walk in the jungle in a path designed by the hotel. The pool wasn’t heated which might be refreshing and convenient for the regular sunny days with 35 degrees but we had a couple of cloudy ones (cold front) and weren’t able to use it.
Exceptional
13 Dec 2021Love It
Is an amazing place, and the guides and personal is very kind and friendly. I love the excursions, the one I love most is the kayak at night. The stars and the surrounding amazing.
Exceptional
15 Sep 2021Great experience, just mind your expectations
It's a nice hotel with a different concept. It's a small place in the middle of the jungle with outdoor activities that happens to be a hotel. Once you can get this into your head, you can understand that despite the staff's best effort in cleaning your room, there will always be a rogue bug flying or lurking around. Overall, I loved the experience. Doing the activities, being patly isoltaed, near the jungle. The hotel was clean and functional but it's definitely not an option if you have the highest expectations of a hotel: food is ok, spa is ok, the facilities are decent.
Exceptional
05 Apr 2021Exceptional
Best hotel in a 250 mile radius! Super friendly staff, unbelievable ambience, personal details like a morning basket at your terrace with coffee and homemade bread make you feel at home. Food at the restaurant was unbelievable at every single meal.
Exceptional
03 Feb 2020The best place I have been, its different because there is no beach but you will not needed, Daily activity’s, you will be so happy at the hotel, you will rest and leave all the stress there..
Exceptional
09 Apr 2019Very welcoming staff. Lovely extra touches like coffee and cake delivered to room in morning were much appreciated.
Exceptional
02 Sep 2018Incredible hotel. Delicious food, excellent service, very knowledgeable guides, beautiful and very comfortable rooms. The hotel with the best value that we have ever being.
Excellent
18 Apr 2017Nice activities, friendship staff
Nice activities, friendship staff Very nice views,
Exceptional
21 Mar 2017Very friendly and efficient staff, great location in pristine forest and wildlife area. Excellent pool, spa and rooms and good food.
Exceptional
16 Nov 2015Incredible experience in the middle of the jungle!
If you want something different, an experience unlike anything you've had before, then the Explorean Kohunlich is for you! The hotel is all-inclusive, which includes planned activities each day led by staff. There is no internet or cell service in the rooms, but for those of us who can't live without, there is both provided in the lobby area, restaurant and pool area. The hotel is literally in the middle of the jungle. You can walk to some very interesting Mayan ruins... be prepared for mosquitoes and rain! The staff is gracious and very helpful if you need anything. There is a nice spa and the pool literally disappears into the jungle! The rooms are beautifully designed. Most are bungalows with thatched roofs and very comfortable beds. You have views and hear sounds from the jungle all around you. Each bungalow has a patio with comfortable seating, candles for the evenings, and even a hammock. The shower area has a door that opens into a jungle garden outside your bungalow! The food in the restaurant is very good, with two choices for dinner each night. A real treat if you want to get away from it all.
Exceptional
22 Jul 2015Beatiful hotel in the middle of the jungle!
We had a great time, ate delicious food prepared by excellent cooks! The activities organized by the hotel staff were so much fun, they were all incredible adventures where we get to be immerse in the history of the Mayan culture as well as the beautiful landscapes in the area.
Excellent
23 Jan 2015We spent four nights of our honeymoon here. The location was great, so far away from anything busy, in the jungle, close to some amazing ruins. The spa was good but expensive. The staff was kind. It was great to order from a variety of meal options and receive good service. Our porch area was great for relaxing and listening to the sounds of nature.
Exceptional
08 Jan 2015EXPLOREAN KOHUNLICH
THE ONLY THING I WAS NOT HAPPY WITH IS THAT WHEN I GOT TO THE HOTEL, THE STAFF AT THE FRONT DESK HAD NO KNOWLEDGE OF MY RESERVATION. THE SERVICE WDURING MY STAY WAS INCONSISTENT. THE FIRST DAY I FOUND MY BED WAS DONE AND COOKIES ON THE PILLOW. THE MORNING AFTER THERE WAS A TRAY WITH COFFEE AND BREAD IN THE TERRACE. THE FOLLOWING DAY MY BED WAS NOT DOE, THERE WERE NO COOKIES, AND NO TRAY WITH BREAD AND COFFE ON THE MORNING. APART FROM THAT, I WAS VERY PLEASED
Fair
22 Apr 2014have been at better places
For an all inclusive the food was terrible, you only had a choice of two plates for dinner, trust me both among the cheapest you could get. The staff was very polite and attentive to your needs obviously the kitchen staff needs a hand in this department. The pool is very nice, and if you want to see the ruins near by this is the place to stay. some what price for being in mexico and for what you get.
Exceptional
03 Apr 2014Wonderful experience!
We went to this hotel to see little visited ancient Mayan cities and to experience the jungle. Both were satisfied beautifully. The daily activities included some very special jungle experiences such as evening kayaking on a jungle lake with a wonderful surprise afterwards that I won't give away. The number one reason for our visit, the Mayan cities, was also well satisfied. The guides are truly wonderful...they are very, very knowledgeable about all the latest history and info on the Mayan cities and civilization, as well as the flora and fauna of the jungle. The hotel even arranged a tour for us that wasn't scheduled for that day to 2 Mayan sites we wanted to see. Can't say enough about the staff, they were terrific, from the guides, to the servers, the concierge, everyone. The hotel is comfortable and relaxing, the food excellent....it was all we expected.
Exceptional
15 Jan 2013Best way to see the southern end of the Yucatan
Great place for those who want to explore the southern part of the Yucatán without sacrificing comfort. Also great for those who want to disconnect from the internet, phone, and television. The daily activities were wonderful, especially the nighttime kayaking. The staff is unfailingly friendly and polite. They were very flexible with the menus and special needs/wishes. The grounds are positively beautiful.
Exceptional
25 Oct 2012Great jungle and Mayan ruin vacation
Wonderful location, the most greenery we have ever seen. The daily excisions were great and the guides great. The food was good, and no TV, or wi-fi was a blessing. There is wi-fi in the common area and restaurant, but they encourage being unplugged, which being a geek was a blessing. We'd definitely go again.
Exceptional
13 Apr 2011Amazing honeymoon location
We chose the Explorean for our honeymoon and could not have picked a better destination than this one. After the wedding craziness it was wonderful to arrive to such tranquility, intimacy and good service. Our bungalow was idylic surrounded by lush vegetation, colourful birds and wildlife. They serve the most delicious food here. Definitely different and highly recomendable. Worth every penny!!!! You won't regret it...
Excellent
19 Aug 2009Quiet, secluded and a wonderful experience
Friendly staff. Good food and overall a very quiet and beautiful place. Quality and attention to detail is appreciated at this resort. However, activities and meals can not be compensated for, e.g. We missed the activities and meals for one day we went to a wedding in Chetumal, the actual reason for coming all the way here from Cancun, and asked if we could may be use the one meal we missed to move towards the lunch of the day we were checking out. It was impossible. Instead, they technically followed the rules and charged us for the extra people that stayed in some rooms. That was not discussed in advance but understandable. The rates are more or less calculated for 2 adults per room.
Exceptional
20 Jun 2025Los cuartos son muy agradables cómodos y silenciosos La alberca le falta un poco de sombra pero lo q sí hay q mejorar es el número de camastros
Fair
16 Jun 2025El staff del hotel es muy amable, igual que el de las actividades. Las actividades son muy bonitas y se esmeran mucho. Desafortunadamente, el hotel es ahora tambien un tiempo compartido y eso hace que la calidad de alimentos y mantenimiento sean deficientes. También, la velocidad del servicio en alimentos y bebidas es muy lenta, lo cual es una tactica para bajar costos en un hotel todo incluido.
Exceptional
04 Jun 2025Excelente lugar y excelente atención.
Exceptional
04 Jun 2025Excelente atención y trato. Padrisimos detalles con los huéspedes
Exceptional
26 May 2025Es un lugar muy bonito en medio de la naturaleza el personal es increíble de amable y muy atentos a nuestras necesidades las actividades están muy bien pensadas y organizada y con la alimentación nos ayudaron mucho
Exceptional
05 May 2025Es un alojamiento muy cómodo y conveniente al incluir transportes y alimentos/bebidas. Sobresale al ofrecer un balance entre descanso y actividades de aventura. Lo mejor de todo es la atención del personal, quienes siempre te atienden con una sonrisa. Si buscas un lugar para desconectarte y a la vez mantenerte activo, esta es una excelente opción.
Exceptional
03 May 2025Todo es muy bueno en general, lo único que mejoraría sería la comida
Exceptional
25 Apr 2025Muy bonito el hotel, su personal muy atento y servicial. Las actividades no son adecuadas para niños ñequeños ni gente de la ea edad, hacen falta actividades para estos grupos.
Exceptional
23 Apr 2025Excelente experiencia !!! Recomendaría actualizar un poco las habitaciones pero excelentísimo servicio !!!
Exceptional
23 Apr 2025Muy bellas instalaciones
Excellent
23 Apr 2025El personal está desmotivado se ven estresados, tristes, desesperanzados tal vez muchos huéspedes no les dan propina o la paga no es buena
Exceptional
20 Apr 2025WOW es un hotel súper dinámico
Fue una experiencia increíble tiene tours incluidos los tres alimentos están incluidos en la tarifa; el personal del hotel súper atento todos desde la recepción; camaristas, batistas, meseros y los chicos de actividades no se diga todo fue excelente. Como punto extra te llevan café con pan a la cama en una canasta de picnic y eso en la mañana en tu hamaca acostado está genial. Los tours no se pierdan ninguno todos están geniales y son para toda la familia además ya vienen incluidos dentro de la tarifa del hotel Adela Dña naturaleza está en la puerta de tu terraza
Exceptional
07 Apr 2025Tranquila
Exceptional
01 Apr 2025Es una experiencia diferente, vale la pena cada momento que he pasado aquí
Exceptional
05 Mar 2025Un rincón para perderse 😍
Excellent
10 Jan 2025Muy buena experiencia
Es un hotel en medio de la selva, lo cual te hace tener contacto con la naturaleza. Nos gustó mucho que cada día te llevan a una excursión diferente, un día a Bacalar, otro día a una zona arqueológica, donde vimos monos araña en su habitat natural, otro día a una laguna en kayaks que se hace de noche y las estrellas se ven increíbles. En general muy buena experiencia.
Exceptional
09 Jan 2025Excelente hotel con actividades
Es un hotel con muy buenas actividades de aventura y el servicio del personal es excelente. Aunque ya necesita una remodelación de habitaciones y por ejemplo más camastros en la alberca, muy insuficuente. El colchón y las almohadas ya urge cambiarlos.
Excellent
30 Aug 2024En general muy buen servicio, solo un poco de más cuidado con los alimentos respecto alergias o restricciones, aun con indicación servían los alimentos como hacían el platillo. La calidad de los alimentos buenos. Hicieron un pulpo para cenar delicioso. Un hotel muy tranquilo. Las escursiones buenas. Aunque pudieron variar un poco
Exceptional
20 Aug 2024El hotel es bonito, el personal es amable, pero está lejos de todo y salir no es una opción, si el plan es desconectarse del mundo está muy bien. Al salir a cualquier actividad los mosquitos son terribles.
Exceptional
29 Jul 2024Todo Excelente, seguro volveremos
Exceptional
14 Jul 2024Instalaciones agradables
Exceptional
02 Jun 2024Actividades muy agradables
Exceptional
18 Apr 2024Todo excelente las actividades increíbles, la comida deliciosa y el trato maravilloso
Exceptional
02 Apr 2024Vayan, no se arrepentiran 😀
El hotel está en medio de la selva, es muy lindo, las habitaciones están retiradas del lobby, pero es parte del encanto, son tipo cabañas, con su jardin interior, amolias, con terraza con sala y hamaca. Regadera de lluvia con vista al jardin. Todos los dias te llevan café y pan aprox 7am. Los tours son padrísimos, muy bien organizados y te consienten un montón. Todo el personal es muy amable y atento. Los guías excelentes. El Jacuzzi super calientito y la alberca templada. La comida muy rica, muy variado el desayuno y la comida y cena, tienes 2 opciones en 3 tiempos. Y siempre exite la posibilidad de que te hagan algo las sencillo, son super accesibles. 100% recomendable.
Fair
23 Mar 2024Çà pourrait être merveilleux
L'emplacement de l'hôtel est parfait. Le design des bungalows et des locaux en général très léché. Le cocon parfait au milieu de la jungle (civilisée), le service -même si pas très dynamique- est souriant, les activités (kayak, lagune,..) très bien organisées et sympas MAIS un bon hôtel est un lieu où ce que vous pouvez vouloir vous est proposé et ici, il faut tout demander, du service des bagages au menu du petit déjeuner, 2 ou 3 fois pour qu'arrivent les plats des repas (il n'y a pas de menu écrit c'est ok, mais les choix sont oubliés alors qu'il n'y a que 2 plats -bons- pour chaque repas). Ça casse le plaisir d'être là . Ensuite on arrive dans un bungalow très agréable et en déplaçant un lampadaire on voit..des fils électriques raccordés avec du chaterton que l'on retrouve aussi sur la lampe de table...dommage s'il y a des enfants..! La visite d'un scorpion n'était pas prévue.. il paraît qu'ils piquent fort mais ne sont pas vraiment dangereux. Quand on a voyagé en Afrique on craint avec raison les scorpions qui là bas sont souvent mortels et quand on en trouve un sous son sac.... Ce n'est pas bien grave mais il serait si simple d'afficher dans le lobby un dessin des animaux que l'on peut rencontrer en indiquant qu'ils ne sont que pas ou peu dangereux.
Exceptional
22 Mar 2024Excelente servicio y muy linda y agradable propiedad. Es una lástima que los trabajos del tren maya dificulten demoren la llegada a la propiedad.
Exceptional
17 Feb 2024EN PLENA SELVA, COMIDA RICA, NO PARA NIÑOS PEQUEÑOS.
Exceptional
30 Jan 2024Muy lindo lugar para ir en familia
Poor
30 Oct 2023Sin duda el hotel cuenta con instalaciones y ambiente en muy buenas condiciones. Siendo un hotel no tan nuevo, requiere mejorar algunos detalles en instalaciones. Pero lo que más requiere atención, es capacitación y actitud de servicio del personal. Tuvimos una muy desagradable experiencia, nadie compartió la información indicada importante de los servicios y actividades con que contábamos, hicimos rutas y recorridos por nuestra cuenta. EL Sr. Vladimir de recepción con una actitud nefasta, arrogante y burlona, no quiso revisar y confirmar que se habían reservado 4 habitaciones. Insistió en que solo 3. Pague una más, ya estando ahí, para lo cual no me apoyo, solo se limitó a decirme que lo haga en su página. Y al final de la estancia, después de yo revisar los cargos qué me hicieron, aplicaron la devolución de la estancia de una habitación, pues en efecto, si se hizo correctamente el pago de 4 habitaciones. Jamás explicaron qué en restaurante hay un menú del día, pero cuenta con opciones alternas variadas y en algunas excepciones el personal muy amable en restaurante. Las habitaciones algo lejos, pero comprensible por el concepto. Un familiar tuvo un accidente con una especie de contención o escalón, pésimamente colocado. Se confunde con el piso y se lastimó una rodilla. Comparto fotos para ver ese tema, qué después de este suceso, se le ocurrió solo pintar de amarillo. Cuando en realidad, deberían eliminar.
Fair
27 Aug 2023A&B deja mucho que desear
El nivel de comida y bebida por debajo de la categoría del hotel. Falta de variedad en el bar, falta de espacios para relajarse, falta de opciones de room service
Excellent
27 Jul 2023Me encantó la privacidad de las habitaciones, las actividades incluidas del hotel y la amabilidad del personal. No me gustó que el restaurante está en mantenimiento y todas las mesas estaban en el lobby, lo que hacía incómodo el desplazamiento por éste.
Excellent
26 Jun 2023Mucha aventura
Es un hotel muy distinto que los demás en lo personal nunca había ido a un hotel de aventura y ecoturismo, esto lo hace que sea más pequeño y que las opciones de entretenimiento en el hotel sean pocas. El personal del hotel (excepto el administrativo) son muy amables, son personas cálidas y que tienen muy claro el servicio al cliente, vayan consientes que se va convivir con la naturaleza al Máximo, en la habitación nos salió un alacran, arañas, sapos y mil pies, es parte de esta aventura, las actividades están muy bien organizadas y están muy padres.
Exceptional
16 Jun 2023Excelente
Excellent
27 May 2023Muy buena, el personal excelente!! Necesitan mejorar un poco las instalaciones como el baño. En general me gusto!
Exceptional
10 Mar 2023Es un lugar unico!
Excellent
21 Feb 2023Lástima que tiene chinches
Excelente hotel, actividades y servicios hasta que descubrimos que los piquetes que nos trajimos de recuerdo eran de CHINCHES DE CAMA, estamos ambos en tratamiento para eliminarlos y me parece grave que no cuiden ese aspecto de la higiene en el hotel ya que tenemos todo el cuerpo lleno de piquetes.
Exceptional
11 Jan 2023Paseos en grupos limitados, excelente.
Exceptional
11 Aug 2022Excelente trato de todos los que ahí trabajan, las excursiones muy divertidas, paisajes increibles y visita a sitio arqueológico super interesante.
Exceptional
09 Aug 2022Excelente estancia!
Excelente todo! Desde la recepción, los alimentos de gran calidad y las actividades incluidas sorprendentes. Mucha apertura para incluir a los niños en las actividades!
Exceptional
22 Jul 2022La atención que tienen es maravillosa , las actividades padrisimas , la comida bastante rica pero el servicio es lo mejor
Exceptional
07 Jul 2022La organización de las actividades y tours, los guías apasionados y con los conocimientos te transmiten una gran energía, el cuidado en los detalles y la excelente actitud de todo el personal, siempre atentos y muy cordiales.
Exceptional
27 May 2022El lugar hermoso pero un poco retirado de Bacalar
The Explorean Selva Maya Kohunlich | Hotel in Kohunlich | Travala.com
Seems way more modern than it looks like, and although it’s all inclusive, there’s nothing to do apart from the small pool and the jacuzzi is filthy.