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Elmar Hostel, hotel in Bacalar

Set in Bacalar, Elmar Hostel features free bikes, terrace and free WiFi throughout the property.

Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated superb
Superb
5 reviews
Price from
£38.98
per night
The Yak Lake House - Hostal, hotel in Bacalar

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.

Great hostel for young people
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very good
1,335 reviews
Price from
£75.72
per night
Che Bacalar Hostel & Bar Adults Only, hotel in Bacalar

Che Bacalar Hostel & Bar Adults Only features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Bacalar.

The hostel staff were welcoming, offered us a shot of tequila on check in! Offered a lot of group activities & had a very active WhatsApp chat to keep you updated. Great views of the Lagoon from the roof. Organised sunrise paddle boarding through the hostel, helpful.
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very good
926 reviews
Price from
£49.23
per night
Hostal & Suites Pata de Perro, hotel in Bacalar

Hostal & Suites Pata de Perro is located in central Bacalar, less than 300 metres from the lagoon’s shore, and right across the park. Free WiFi access is available.

Stayed here for a night after we got the bus in from Flores, Guatemala. It was perfect as it’s super central - by the park and fort where the bus dropped us off. Lots of restaurants, ATMs and shops nearby but the hostel is tucked away enough that the rooms are quiet. Ground floor rooms too which helps when you have heavy bags. Staff were very kind and helpful. After checking out, we were able to leave our bags in lockers and the staff said we could even use the showers if we wanted to (we didn’t need to but we noted their generosity!)
Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very good
507 reviews
Price from
£31.33
per night
La Embajada Hostel Bacalar, hotel in Bacalar

La Embajada Hostel Bacalar has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Bacalar. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property. The rooms have bed linen.

Great location, super lovely staff and good common spaces. A really great place to meet nice people as a solo traveller
Scored 8.7
8.7
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
18 reviews
Price from
£22.05
per night
Yaxche Centro Hostal y Camping, hotel in Bacalar

Camping Yaxche Centro is a property that offers space to place a tent and camp in the wild, while enjoying Bacalar Lagoon area. Free Continental breakfast is provided.

Short walk from ado bus stop. The hostel has a sister hostel on the lake which they have a free shuttle for each day - this was a highlight. Amazing to spend the day on lake bacalar in a secluded spot. The hostel is pretty in nature and quirky and it was nice to have the free breakfast. Quiet otherwise.
Scored 7.3
7.3
Rated good
Good
455 reviews
Price from
£21.51
per night
Hostalito Lahar, hotel in Bacalar

Situated in Bacalar, Hostalito Lahar features a garden, shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property. The hostel has an indoor pool, karaoke and a shared kitchen.

Nice place, good vibes )
Scored 7.7
7.7
Rated good
Good
70 reviews
Price from
£17.80
per night
Downtown Hostel Chetumal, hotel in Bacalar

Offering views of the city, Downtown Hostel Chetumal is set in Chetumal, 22 km from Bacalar. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Every room comes with a private bathroom.

Good place to rest before continuing.
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very good
487 reviews
Price from
£41.43
per night
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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  • Avg. price/night: £48.88
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 926 reviews
    One of the best hostels I’ve stayed in! The rooms and common areas are really nice and clean. The kitchen is well equipped, really big and pretty clean. Staff were really helpful and friendly. Location is pretty good. They offer a lot activities to meet people and have a good time!
    Amanda
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £17.09
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 279 reviews
    It's cheap and completely different than other hostels, so no regrets staying 1 night. The location is fine, very close to the lake, but longer walk to the center. The studio was cozy, but since it contains windows/gaps without insect screens, the mosquito net (included) was necessary.
    Jeroen
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £34.89
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 277 reviews
    Great location Very nice staff Cheap food offered Small but nice communal area
    Charlotte
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £17.09
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 279 reviews
    Great location, relaxed and laid back hostel.
    Andrew
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £18.36
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 352 reviews
    I loved to stay here. You pay a hostel price but get your own little room, with fan and mosquito net. I liked the outdoor showers and the breakfast in the morning, freshly prepared by friendly Delmar. Also Zulie who was there during the day was very friendly and helpful. The lagoon with the huge pier is just around the corner, also there are some cheap alternative food places which are open late, and they are very cheap. If I am back in Bacalar I would definitely stay here again. Highly recommended.
    Josefine
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £98.40
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,335 reviews
    Nice hostel with a great location, good vibe, very friendly and helpful staff. Especially Humberto went the extra mile and printed out some needed papers outside the hostel. Excellent service.
    Lukas
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 95 reviews
    What a fantastic place. Such good value for money. Brilliant location of you’re looking to stay in the town. We spent a few days directly on the lake before staying here. This was place was way cheaper and we preferred it to our hotel by some distance. Comfy, cosy, clean, safe, air conditioned and also had Netflix which was a nice treat after long days in the sun. So many great restaurants and cafes nearby. Wish we stayed here for the entirety of our time in Bacalar. If you’re on a budget you won’t regret staying here!
    Sarah
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £98.40
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,335 reviews
    Very nice social hostel. Lots of activities. I booked one night to make friends and after I stayed at a cheaper place but you can still walk into the hostel and participate with activities, as its also opened for restaurant or party guests. Also great location.
    Sarie Anne
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £98.40
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,335 reviews
    The hostel is well taken care of, great location, clean, social activities. Just on the water, nice place to chill. Big lockers, friendly helpful staff, felt really safe also. Nice restaurant but a bit overpriced.
    σεηλορ μουν
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £19.94
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 553 reviews
    A small and quiet place managed with a lot of love. It’s the second time In this hostel and won’t be the last time. The rooms are big, the beds comfortable, the bathrooms clean, the area safe. Since it is a small place, it is very easy to connect with other backpackers
    Marco
    Solo traveller
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