The Yak Lake House - Hostal Bacalar

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Scored 8.7
Rated fabulous

Excellent location!

9.7

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About this property

Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, The Yak Lake House Adults Only offers accommodation in Bacalar. You will find a shared kitchen at the property. Chetumal is 22 km from The Yak Lake House Adults Only, while Corozal is 32 km from the property. Chetumal International Airport is 20 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Bar
  • Private beach area

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

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  • Quiet street view

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Triple Room with Lake View
  • Non-refundable
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  • 1 double bed and
  • 2 bunk beds
US$425 for 3 nights
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Double Room with Lake View
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  • 1 double bed
US$386 for 3 nights
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Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
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  • 1 bunk bed
US$55 for 3 nights
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Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
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  • 1 bunk bed
US$60 for 3 nights
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Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
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  • 1 bunk bed
US$94 for 3 nights
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Triple Room with Lake View
  • 1 double bed and
  • 2 bunk beds
237 feet²
Private kitchen
Private bathroom
Lake view
Inner courtyard view
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Kitchen
  • Safety deposit box
  • Toilet
  • Towels
  • Socket near the bed
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Fan
  • Electric kettle
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Oven
  • Stovetop
  • Dining area
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
Max adults: 3
US$142 per night
Original price
US$462
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- US$36.96
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Total before taxes
US$425.04
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Double Room with Lake View
  • 1 double bed
Private kitchen
Private bathroom
Lake view
Inner courtyard view
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2
US$129 per night
Original price
US$419.98
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- US$33.60
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Total before taxes
US$386.38
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Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
  • 1 bunk bed
237 feet²
Private kitchen
Lake view
Inner courtyard view
Air conditioning
Terrace
Free WiFi
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$18 per night
Original price
US$59.70
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- US$4.78
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Total before taxes
US$54.92
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Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
  • 1 bunk bed
183 feet²
Private kitchen
Lake view
Inner courtyard view
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$20 per night
Original price
US$65.67
Bonus savings
- US$5.25
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Total before taxes
US$60.41
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Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
  • 1 bunk bed
183 feet²
Private kitchen
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$31 per night
Original price
US$102.68
Bonus savings
- US$8.21
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Total before taxes
US$94.47
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Joey
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Great hostel right by the lake, great vibes and social hostel, lots of activities, most of which are free, and the staff were very helpful. Good kitchen, free coffee and drinking water. Highly recommend!”
  • Sweder
    Belgium Belgium
    “Well located and the fact that it is on the lagoon is fantastic. The restaurant serves good food both for dinner and lunch. Also, they organise nice events and activities (most of them free of charge).”
  • Hila
    Israel Israel
    “The The most amazing staff I've ever met! Thanks for a perfect stay and a great experience! Ali, Vicky, Fran and Enzo - you are the best! Thank you!”
  • Lizzie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Perfect location, we loved the dock on the lake. Amazing place to chill for the afternoon. The rooms are clean.”
  • Anita
    Ireland Ireland
    “Lovely location! Great that you can rent kayaks from right out the back on the jetty. We paid 350 MX for 1 hour on the water.”
  • Kitty
    Netherlands Netherlands
    “It was a nice and warm welcome with Ali, she is really nice and coule answer all my questions. Best view on the lake from the private room, great things to do at the hostel. Nice vibe.”
  • Samide
    Italy Italy
    “Friendly and helpful staff, very clean, directly at the lagoon. The bed was comfortable and the breakfast I had at the bar was really good!”
  • Khalil
    France France
    “Wa3er bezaf, li bagha yji yerta7 w yetbere3 b lagon hada a7ssan makan !! Choukran l sadi9 « Noami » 3la koulchi 🙌🏼🫶🏽”
  • Charles
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “One of the best hostels we've stayed at during our 5 months in south & Central America. Location is perfect - right on the edge of the lagoon with a pontoon right into the water, and only a 5-10 min walk to the main square. The Wednesday night...”
  • Clodagh
    Ireland Ireland
    “Excellent facilities, lots of activities everyday organised by the staff. Onsite restaurant/ bar and private access to the lagoon! Staff members Brisa and Alisson were always on hand to help us with any questions and to organise activities for us :)”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Restaurante #1
    • Cuisine
      Mexican
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Traditional

House rules

The Yak Lake House - Hostal Bacalar takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 23:00
Check-out
From 05:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
Check-in is only possible for guests aged between 18 and 60
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note, minimum age to stay in the hostel is 18 years of age (children cannot be accommodated).

Check-in starts at 13:00, check-out is possible until 11:00. Late check-out will be charged $50 MXN per person. Any check-out after 14:00 will be charged for 1 night.

Pkease note that an extra environmental tax of 48.85 (MXN) per night per room and that it will be charged upon arrival.

Payment is due upon check in. Payment Method: Cash (MXN).

It is strictly prohibited to possess or consume any type of illegal drugs at the hostel. Anybody found using drugs will be turned over to the authorities immediately and banned from the hostel.

Vandalism is taken very seriously. Anything destroyed must be paid for by the person responsible.

The hostel provides secure facilities for your convenience, but is not responsible for anything stolen or lost on its premises during your stay.

Alcohol cannot be brought into the hostel.

It is strictly prohibited for non-guests to enter the rooms. For security reasons, all guests are required to wear a wristband.

On wednesday we have our weekly super party, especially for the dance lovers and nightcrawlers!

Because we love and respect our lovely lagoon, Bacalar gives it on wednesday the chance to rest and therefore there are no tours or other water activities during the whole day.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.