Published on March 26, 2026
Hotel owners in Calakmul, Campeche, are raising serious concerns about what they describe as unfair competition from Hotel Mundo Maya—a federally owned establishment. These local business owners claim that the government-funded hotel is monopolizing tourism in the area, putting privately-owned hotels at a significant disadvantage.
According to the hotel owners, Hotel Mundo Maya benefits from a range of advantages that independent hotels cannot match, including preferential treatment in promotional materials and potential government subsidies. They argue that this situation creates an unlevel playing field, undermining their ability to compete fairly in the tourism sector.
“We feel like we are fighting an uphill battle,” said one local hotel owner. “The government is not only our regulator but also our competitor, and that shouldn’t be the case. We should strive together to promote tourism in Calakmul, not have one entity overshadow the others.”
The accusations have sparked discussions among stakeholders in the tourism industry and raised questions about the role of government in supporting local businesses. Many hotel operators are calling for transparency in how tourism promotions are handled, as well as a review of the support granted to government-owned establishments like Hotel Mundo Maya.
In response to these claims, representatives for Hotel Mundo Maya stated that their establishment aims to enhance the overall tourism appeal of the region and promote Calakmul as a premier destination. They argued that their presence encourages more visitors to the area, which can benefit all local businesses, from hotels to restaurants and tour operators.
Despite the reassurances from Hotel Mundo Maya, local hotel owners remain skeptical. They are advocating for greater collaboration between the government and private sector to create a more balanced tourism framework that supports all players in the industry equally.
As tensions rise, local business owners are considering filing formal complaints and seeking support from tourism advocacy groups to amplify their voices and demand fair competition in Calakmul’s thriving tourism market.
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