EL MADRESAL offers low-key cabins with terraces, Wi-Fi, pool, and beach access in a peaceful ecological resort in Chiapas, Mexico. Rated 4.4 with 670 reviews.
Guests appreciate the peaceful beachfront location and natural surroundings, mixed with simple but friendly service and tasty food, though some practical limitations and maintenance issues are noted.
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Located along the Pacific coastline in Chiapas, EL MADRESAL offers a tranquil beachfront ecological setting ideal for those looking to disconnect. The lodge features rustic cabins with terraces, situated amid mangroves and coconut palms, creating a quiet atmosphere surrounded by nature. Access to the property includes a boat crossing through the mangroves, adding to the sense of remoteness and adventure.
Facilities at EL MADRESAL are simple but practical, with amenities including Wi-Fi, parking, a swimming pool, beach access, and a kid-friendly environment. A bar and restaurant serve locally inspired dishes, which many guests have praised for their quality despite the rustic surroundings. Guests should note that air conditioning is not available in the cabins, and power is supported by solar setups that operate later in the day.
The location is well-suited for eco-tourists and visitors interested in wildlife, with opportunities nearby such as the Puerto Arista Turtle Sanctuary and Playa Parachico. Organized boat trips to observe local crocodiles and birdlife are also available. Given its natural setting and limited infrastructure, EL MADRESAL appeals especially to travelers seeking a quiet, simple beach experience rather than luxury accommodations.
Guest feedback reflects a mix of appreciation and practical observations: many highlight the peacefulness, natural beauty, and friendly service, while others mention the need for facility updates and the seasonal challenges such as wet weather. The lodge is best suited for those who value immersion in nature with basic comforts over modern amenities.
Arrival and departure are flexible, with check-out times fixed at 11:00. Given the remote location, the closest major airport is Ángel Albino Corzo International Airport, approximately a three-hour drive away. EL MADRESAL presents a distinctive option for travelers aiming to explore Chiapas’ coastal ecology in a low-key setting.
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Es un lugar muy tranquilo, con mucha vegetación, rodeado de manglares y palmas cocoteras. Es rústico por lo que no hay aires acondicionados en las cabañas. Para descansar y relajarse es muy recomendable
It's pretty, clean, well kept. Staff is nice, food delicious. Sadly it was raining because of the wet season but it was fun. You get to cross the mangroves in a boat to get to the hotel.
Madresal es una asociación comunitaria, es un lugar muy bonito, en frente del mar, tristemente el lugar le hace falta mas turismo para poder hacer las renovaciones correspondientes. ya que tiene varias fallas en las instalaciones por el tiempo y desgaste. les recomiendo se den una vuelta y desconecten con la naturaleza
Amazing place in Mexico, the food is from another planet
Very quiet and relaxing place. Nice beach. Restaurant staff could be nicer and extend their opening times.
No hay luz eléctrica, hasta ña tarde conectan sus plantas solares. No están bien coordinados El lugar está bonito
Centro Ecoturistico, agradable para pasar tiempo en familia, cuenta con cabañas y una playa muy bella. Is a beautiful ecoturist center, Perfecto to visit with the family or with your couple, it has some cabins where you can spend the night, also it has one of the prettiest beaches of the area
To travel to Madresal is quite a trip. But for those who strike out on the travel to Madresal it will pay handsomely! We were looking to stay for 2-3 nights but ended up staying 5 nights. You'll arrive by a small boat through the mangroves, over the lagune to the hotel area. The hotel is made up of a collection of huts with a restaurant at the beach. The huts are basic but all you need to enjoy a few days away. The beach is clean but the current can be strong and is nothing for small children. The restaurant serves simple but excellent food and the staff is very friendly and professional. Let them know if you want something not included in the menu and they will get it done. The hotel arrange an excellent boat trip to see crocodiles and birds. The local turtle conservation use the beach of the hotel to release turtles and there is a good chance that you will have this experience during your stay. Laundry can be arranged. The staff is overall super helpful and professional. If you are looking for simple beach life, this is the place for you
Set along the Pacific Coast, this tranquil beachfront ecological resort is 42 km from Federal Highway 200 and 32 km from the Puerto Arista Turtle Sanctuary.
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