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ArenalBaja California and Sinaloa seafood and Fire grill restaurant at Hotel Xcaret Arte

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Arenal is a Baja California and Sinaloa seafood and Fire grill restaurant at Hotel Xcaret Arte, in Semi-open space by the main pool and cove, water-facing; exact building unverified.

Description

The open-air spot by the cove and main pool where Arte guests keep coming back for lunch. Since late 2025 José Luis Hinostroza runs it as BaJa-Loa: Baja California and Sinaloa seafood by day (aguachiles, tuna tostadas, smoked marlin gringas) and a fire-grill steakhouse at night, with a pay-extra premium grill (lobster, tomahawk). No reservations, so expect a wait at peak lunch.

What people like

  • Guests call it their favorite lunch hands-down, with everything delicious and fresh.
  • Beautiful blue decor, hanging swing chairs and lounges.
  • Often named the most popular restaurant among guests.

What people dislike

  • Waits at busy times.
  • Older reviews called it enjoyable but not exceptional, with the weakest signature cocktails (pre-BaJa-Loa menu).

Cuisine

Baja California and Sinaloa seafood

Reservation

Walk-in; expect a wait at peak lunch.

Cost

Premium Grill cuts cost extra: lobster MXN 3,700, Kansas City MXN 3,000, porterhouse MXN 3,990, tomahawk MXN 4,700

Dress code

Casual formal

Meals served

Lunch, Dinner

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Arenal: quick answers

What kind of food does Arenal serve at Hotel Xcaret Arte?
Chef José Luis Hinostroza's BaJa-Loa cooking: Baja California and Sinaloa seafood like aguachiles, tuna tostadas, smoked marlin gringas and zarandeado fish at lunch, and grilled steaks, short rib and a smash burger at dinner.
Is Arenal included in the all-inclusive plan at Hotel Xcaret Arte?
Yes, the lunch and dinner menus are included. The dinner Premium Grill costs extra: lobster MXN 3,700, Kansas City MXN 3,000, porterhouse MXN 3,990 and tomahawk MXN 4,700.
Does Arenal serve breakfast, lunch, or dinner?
Lunch and dinner only, roughly 12:00pm to 6:00pm for lunch and 6:00pm to 11:00pm for dinner.
Do I need a reservation for Arenal?
No. It is walk-in, and at peak lunch hours you may wait for a table by the water.
What kind of food does Arenal serve at Hotel Xcaret Arte?
Chef José Luis Hinostroza's BaJa-Loa cooking: Baja California and Sinaloa seafood like aguachiles, tuna tostadas, smoked marlin gringas and zarandeado fish at lunch, and grilled steaks, short rib and a smash burger at dinner.
Is Arenal included in the all-inclusive plan at Hotel Xcaret Arte?
Yes, the lunch and dinner menus are included. The dinner Premium Grill costs extra: lobster MXN 3,700, Kansas City MXN 3,000, porterhouse MXN 3,990 and tomahawk MXN 4,700.
Does Arenal serve breakfast, lunch, or dinner?
Lunch and dinner only, roughly 12:00pm to 6:00pm for lunch and 6:00pm to 11:00pm for dinner.
Do I need a reservation for Arenal?
No. It is walk-in, and at peak lunch hours you may wait for a table by the water.

Hours

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Hours are in Cancun time (UTC-5, no DST).

  • SundayLunch: 12pm-6pmDinner: 6pm-11pm
  • MondayLunch: 12pm-6pmDinner: 6pm-11pm
  • TuesdayLunch: 12pm-6pmDinner: 6pm-11pm
  • WednesdayLunch: 12pm-6pmDinner: 6pm-11pm
  • ThursdayLunch: 12pm-6pmDinner: 6pm-11pm
  • FridayLunch: 12pm-6pmDinner: 6pm-11pm
  • SaturdayLunch: 12pm-6pmDinner: 6pm-11pm
OpenTable lists dinner from 7pm; the hotel and guests report 6pm.

Access

Open to Hotel Xcaret Arte guests. Guests of Hotel Xcaret Mexico generally cannot dine here; sources differ on exceptions.

Who can dine where at the Xcaret hotels

Format

A la cartePremium Grill (surcharge)

Ambiance

open-airwater viewrelaxedswing chairsfire grill

Dietary

Seafood focusVegan options (sikil pak, guacamole, coconut rice pudding, soursop sorbet, green salad)Vegetarian options

Good for

Long lunchesGroupsDate nightSteak dinnersAdults only

Planning

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Common questions

  • What kind of food does Arenal serve at Hotel Xcaret Arte?

    Chef José Luis Hinostroza's BaJa-Loa cooking: Baja California and Sinaloa seafood like aguachiles, tuna tostadas, smoked marlin gringas and zarandeado fish at lunch, and grilled steaks, short rib and a smash burger at dinner.

  • Is Arenal included in the all-inclusive plan at Hotel Xcaret Arte?

    Yes, the lunch and dinner menus are included. The dinner Premium Grill costs extra: lobster MXN 3,700, Kansas City MXN 3,000, porterhouse MXN 3,990 and tomahawk MXN 4,700.

  • Does Arenal serve breakfast, lunch, or dinner?

    Lunch and dinner only, roughly 12:00pm to 6:00pm for lunch and 6:00pm to 11:00pm for dinner.

  • Do I need a reservation for Arenal?

    No. It is walk-in, and at peak lunch hours you may wait for a table by the water.