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Reviews of Villa Santuario Lake front Oasis

Boulevard Costera SN, 77936 Bacalar, Mexico

#75 of 132 hotels in Bacalar

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Review score

Based on 62 hotel reviews

8.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.1

  • Comfort

    8.1

  • Location

    7.8

  • Facilities

    7.9

  • Staff

    8.6

  • Value for money

    7.8

  • Free WiFi

    7.2

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  • Reviewed: 15 November 2024

    8.0
    Fun, beautiful, peaceful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bungalow with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bathroom door didn’t close from the inside, toilet clogged easily, a bit of sewage smell, and no paddle boards or usable kayaks with paddles.

    This is a lovely place! The lagoon out front is awesome and perfect for a swim. The cabin we had was great. One thing I didn’t like is that you can’t close the bathroom door from inside the bathroom. I was with my husband so no big deal but for others it may be a bit uncomfortable. The location is beautiful, however, you need to travel about 15 minutes off-road to get there. It’s not near Bacalar’s town at all— after the dirt road (which really requires all-wheel drive) you must travel on the highway to get to town. We had my husbands truck so it was fine for us but did make the trip a bit different than we thought because we had to plan for being in town all day as the trip back and forth throughout the day would be too much. If you want to chill at the facility the duration of the trip it would be perfect and relaxing, however there were not exactly suitable paddle boards or kayaks to use. I think if we had that, we could have stayed at the property a whole day without needing to travel to other parts of the lagoon for activities.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 October 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Bungalow with Fan
    • Stayed 1 night

    First night I had a nice warm shower, yet second night we had to move to another cabin for which we had to pay quite a bit more and there was no hot water. It was raining all day and I was sick so I was very dissapointed. I told them and e was supposed to turn on the hot water again, but next morning it was still cold...

    The place is absolutely amazing and stunning. It is right at the lake so you can swim and they also have kayaks to just use. The woman speaks perfect English and is super sweet and helpful. The food is also really nice and there's nice places to chill.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Bungalow with Fan
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Restaurant is really overpriced for what you get, and the food is nothing to write home about. Was also disappointed in the 'continental breakfast' provided which consisted of several slices of fruit and one slice of toast, compared to other hotels we stayed in on our trip this was far below par. The hotel is far away from the town and you need a car to get around, but we knew this in advance. As the road to the resort is extremely bumpy and unpaved this is not something I would recommend doing in the dark. We chose to stay in town until early evening for an early dinner, and then had drinks at the hotel in the evening. Lastly, important to note that there are no windows you can close in the rooms, only screens, which makes you feel a little insecure at night as everything is open. We didn't have any issues however and felt perfectly safe otherwise, the huts/rooms are also situated far enough apart that there is enough privacy.

    Quaint small-scale resort on the shores of the lake. Beautiful and quiet location where it feels like you have the whole lake to yourself. Appreciated that kayaks were available to be used for free as well. The rooms are in somewhat primitive huts with thatched roofs which personally I found charming (others, including my boyfriend, may disagree). People should be aware there is no air conditioning but only a fan, which I didn't find to be a big problem. When the power went out during the last night and we were left without a fan for several hours it was less fun however, although everything was working again by morning.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 March 2024

    8.0
    Very peaceful retreat.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bungalow with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Very hard to get to, it takes 15mn to drive the last 3 km on a bad dirt road. Sewer smell in the bathroom.

    Great location on the shore, beautiful view, lots of trees, private lagune access.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 February 2024

    8.0
    Quiet, nice view, but on a rough dirt road.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Bungalow with Fan
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Their food prices are steep, but the breakfast of fruit and toast is sufficient. The road to the villa is rather rugged and very slow going, and the hotel is 20 minutes from the town of Bacalar. If you want to be near Los Rapidos or Canal de Las Piratas this place will take you a bit to get to there so be ready to drive a little.

    It has a beautiful and quiet view of the lagoon with ample seating. It is more like glamping without windows, only screens on the windows. There were no loud noises or animals waking us up, it was a nice quiet site with amazing views.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 January 2024

    8.0
    Quiet, well kept and rustic bungalow in a beautiful location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bungalow did not have private curtains on window facing front desk-had to hang clothes over windows to avoid being visible at night with lights on. Restaurant was just ok and over priced

    Beautiful location with amazing kayaking and quiet setting. We were able to drive the rough road in a Camry. Loved having a private patio. The stargazing from the lake was stunning. Staff extremely friendly.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 December 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bungalow with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The Road to get there is terrible, the restaurant is overpriced and the breakfast is very little.

    It is a piece of paradise. We loved it there. We enjoyed the little access at the lagoon, and the quiet. The caban was very comfy.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 December 2023

    7.0
    Value for money, very peaceful and welcoming stuff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very nice and welcoming stuff. Our treehouse room was as expected with the beautiful view. Very calm and relaxing atmosphere with yoga mates and other possibilities to do activities.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 December 2023

    9.0
    Very healing, special place to enjoy Bacalar Laguna
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bungalow with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    More food variety would be nice

    Amazing mattress, steps from the Laguna, very sweet owner, cute palapa

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 December 2023

    9.0
    Thanks for having us
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Bungalow with Fan
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Please expect that the path to the road is approx 2km of dirt track. We had read this in the reviews and as long as you are prepared it is OK. The owner also sends you detailed instructions before you arrive. As it is so secluded, it is beneficial to use the restaurant there at night. (I wouldnt want to drive the dirt track in the dark!!!! But i guess you could take a taxi). We had burgers in the restaurant and they were really tasty. Cocktails were also great. Restaurant is a little expensive, but no other places around really.

    This place is an oasis of tranquility. Great access to the lagoon with a private pier with hammocks and sun loungers. There is free kayaks too. The huts ("cabañas") look great and have a really authentic feel. Decoration in the bedroom is fab. There is mosquito nets to all bedrooms. Windows have no glass, just the mosquito nets and white curtains, but this was not a problem for us. The bed was really comfy. Unfortunately there is no wardrobe or place to hang your clothes but we only stayed one night so not an issue for us. The staff were wonderful and super attentive. They offer free wifi and free parking They offer free breakfast which is coffee, toast and fruit. It was delicious. If you want a bigger breakfast you also have the option to order more food

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 November 2023

    9.0
    Great if you have a car
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Bungalow with Fan
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It is tricky if you don't have a car because it is far away. Expect to pay 250-300 pesos for taxis each way if you want to go to the city for dinner or to visit. The food there is very expensive and ok but not great.

    Great cute place to relax, beautiful views and cozy cabins with kayaks and SUP

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 November 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Bungalow with Fan
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Brakefast was very poor, just fruits and coffee. For normal breakfast, we had to pay(an omlete costs more than 10usd). The restaurant is very very overpriced, and the portions are very small, like appetisers. In the end, they overcharged us about 30usd for what we ate at the restaurant. Unfortunately, we checked that after we left. We asked for the bills, but not a single reply received. For our villa, there was no warm water at all, but that was just fine for us.

    The location was very beautiful, all the surroundings in the villas were well maintained with plants and trees. It is a very calming place, far from Bacalar City, but just in the lake.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 October 2023

    9.0
    Great view and staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bungalow with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Far away from city center, highly recommend for people with car.

    Perfect place to relax and enjoy the view. Staff was awesome, great food, surrounded by nature. Kayaks and paddle boards for free.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 September 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location near the lagoon was exceptional.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 August 2023

    9.0
    escape in the jungle with an impressive view to the lake
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Bungalow with Fan
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    everything great

    amazing location in front the lake

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 July 2023

    7.0
    Peaceful stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was really hot in the room, as we had the tree hut. Mosquitoes and even other animals...the drive to the stay was rough.

    It was just next to the water, had a very relaxing stay, enjoying the breeze.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 February 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Villa - Beach Front
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Place and direct access on laguna. Very quiet.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 November 2024

    3.0
    Check the worse opinions to get a good idea of this place (sort by worst)
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Pictures of that place are misleading, it seems they were taken when it was brand new and now it is worn out. It is very overpriced. Included breakfast was quite poor, just fruits, one toast with butter and coffee. Wifi is not working in the bungalows. And the worse thing is the road that leads there, it is terrible, not sure how you drive it after rain. We were happy that we stayed there knly one day, for that price you can find much better accommodation.

    Staff was friendly. Nice view at the lagoon.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 October 2024

    2.0
    It was so bad that we booked and paid for 3 nights but only stayed one.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    1.5 km off-road drive not suitable for 2WDvehicle. No hot water. Steep narrow spiral staircase to room made carrying luggage very difficult. More than one hour wait for dinner. The whole place was in a state of disrepair.

    Lakeside location was fine.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 September 2024

    10
    Exceptional location on Bacalar lagoon!
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bungalow with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing! It was a really fab stay.

    What an incredible find!! As soon as we saw this place, we were convinced - but it’s even better in person. The whole setting is tranquil and having access to the water made our Bacalar experience. We kayaked and snorkelled out from the dock and lazed around on the sun beds. The cabana in the evening is great to relax in and we even saw fireflies dotted around. The cabin itself was rustic, but stunning and the bed was huge and beyond comfy. We had one of the best sleeps we’ve had since being in Mexico. Some of the rooms do have aircon (which isn’t advertised), but even without it, being next to the water really cools things down and we would have been fine with only the fan. All in all, an exceptional experience.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 August 2024

    10
    It was a dream
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bungalow with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was perfect, would definitely visit again! You need to try the coco coffee, it’s delicious 😍

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 June 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bungalow with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The hotel was amazing.The place looks run down in some of the photos, but in person it's great, and clean and much better than that I was expecting. The host is super helpful and friendly. The location is far from the city, but if you want a more secluded, and quiet area this is the place for you. Otherwise, if you refer city life, choose somewhere else. This place is great for those who want to just chill and enjoy the hotel.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 April 2024

    10
    Lakeside relax
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Bungalow with Fan
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It would be lovely to have a little fridge in the rooms and a mozzie next around the bed.

    We had a lovely stay. The staff, gardens and lakefront beds are wonderful. Our room was nice and quiet. Breakfast and dinner were Yum! We felt safe and calm. Really fun taking the free kayaks onto the lake.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2024

    6.0
    Faded glory
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Bungalow with Fan
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very pricy. Unfriendly welcoming staff in the first they. They refused to serve coca cola in the evening, only cocktails. The breakfast was good but way too few. There was some fruit and one piece of bread. The rooms were not clean. There was dust everywhere and there were dead muskitos on the wall in the bathroom. This is actually the first time i rate a place a 6. Price quality was absolutely the worst.

    The beds were very soft and nice. The lady who made the breakfast was very friendly

    Stayed in April 2024

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