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The Yak Lake House - Hostal
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8.7

Excellent

1,335 reviews

1,335 reviews

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9.0

Exceptional

Location rating score

Exceptional location
Closest landmarks
Fuerte de San Felipe
220 m
Cocalitos
1.4 km
Chetumal International Airport
20.3 km
Corozal Airport
33.1 km
Orange Walk Airport
73.2 km

The Yak Lake House - Hostal

Boulevar Costero de Bacalar Manzana 2 Entre Calle 24 y 26, Centro, Bacalar, Mexico, 97326 - See map

Conveniently situated in the Centro part of Bacalar, this property puts you close to attractions and interesting dining options.

Highlights

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Air conditioning

Daily housekeeping

Bar

Nightclub

Announcements by hotel (1)
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. 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. 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.

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Facilities

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Luggage storage

Contactless check-in/out

Game room

Bar

Nightclub

Concierge

Wi-Fi in public areas

Value for money8.1
Location rating9.0

Rooms available at The Yak Lake House - Hostal

Double Room with Lake View
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  • Room size: 14 m²/151 ft²
  • Lake view
  • 1 double bed
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Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
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  • Room size: 22 m²/237 ft²
  • Lake view
  • 1 bunk bed
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Bed in 7-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
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  • Room size: 22 m²/237 ft²
  • Lake view
  • 1 bunk bed
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Double Room with Lake View
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  • Room size: 22 m²/237 ft²
  • Lake view
  • 1 double bed and 2 bunk bed...
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Quadruple Room with Lake View
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  • Room size: 22 m²/237 ft²
  • Lake view
  • 1 double bed and 2 bunk bed...
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Quadruple Room
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  • Room size: 17 m²/183 ft²
  • Shower
  • 4 bunk beds
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Triple Room with Lake View
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  • Room size: 22 m²/237 ft²
  • Lake view
  • 1 double bed and 2 bunk bed...
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Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
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  • Room size: 17 m²/183 ft²
  • Shower
  • 1 bunk bed
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Standard Double Room
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  • Room size: 13 m²/140 ft²
  • Shower
  • 1 double bed
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Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
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  • Room size: 17 m²/183 ft²
  • Lake view
  • 1 bunk bed
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Frequently asked questions

What kind of water sports activities are readily available at The Yak Lake House - Hostal?

The Yak Lake House - Hostal offers water sport activities which include water sports (non-motorized), and canoe for you to enjoy and freshen up.

What kinds of entertainment are available at The Yak Lake House - Hostal?

The Yak Lake House - Hostal features games room while you stay at this property, providing guests with entertainment value all throughout your remain here.

What interesting attractions are close by The Yak Lake House - Hostal that are in walking range?

While remaining at The Yak Lake House - Hostal, kick start your holiday by checking out the nearest attraction in walking distance to the property such as Fuerte de San Felipe.

How long do guests usually stay at The Yak Lake House - Hostal?

Verified past guests that have stayed at The Yak Lake House - Hostal had an average nightly stay of 2 nights at this property.

At what time of the year is The Yak Lake House - Hostal most popular?

The Yak Lake House - Hostal's most popular month where verified guests travelers have stayed the most is in May.

What was the average room rate for The Yak Lake House - Hostal been in the past month?

The average room rate for The Yak Lake House - Hostal in the past month is 18.69 USD, compared to city's average of 94.79 USD.

What do past travelers love most about The Yak Lake House - Hostal?

Verified guests that stayed at The Yak Lake House - Hostal have given this property a rating of 8.96 for its remarkable location as the major highlight for their stay.

What is the verified guest review consensus about The Yak Lake House - Hostal's Wi-Fi?

100.0% of our verified visitor ratings have given a positive review and comments about this property's Wi-Fi. You can look up on more detailed customer reviews, and comments for The Yak Lake House - Hostal down in the review section.

What is the typical rating that past Families with young children have given to The Yak Lake House - Hostal?

Past families with young children that have stayed at this property have given The Yak Lake House - Hostal an average rating of 8.8. You can look up more thorough customer evaluations and remarks by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

What is the average rating that verified Families with older children have given to The Yak Lake House - Hostal?

Past families with older children that have stayed at this property have given The Yak Lake House - Hostal an average rating of 10.0. You can look into more detailed customer testimonials and remarks by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

What do local travelers think about The Yak Lake House - Hostal?

Verified local travelers that have stayed at this property have given The Yak Lake House - Hostal an average rating of 7.7. You can look up on more comprehensive customer ratings, and responses for this property down in the review section.

What time is check-in and check-out at The Yak Lake House - Hostal?

Check-in is from 02:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM. You may inquire about early check-in or late check-out during booking, subject to availability. Visitors checking in or out before or after the designated periods may be charged an additional fee.

What people love about The Yak Lake House - Hostal

  • 10

    Exceptional
    Cleanliness

    "Very clean and comfortable, amazing!"

    Veronica

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    May 25, 2023

  • 10

    Exceptional
    Location

    "Perfect location, on the laguna and close to the city center."

    Veronica

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    May 25, 2023

  • 10

    Exceptional
    Location

    "Nice location"

    Karl

    |

    August 13, 2021

Overall rating:

8.7

Excellent
1,335 reviews
Cleanliness
8.8
Facilities
8.4
Location
9.0
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More about The Yak Lake House - Hostal

Experience Fun and Adventure at The Yak Lake House - Hostal in Bacalar, Mexico

The Yak Lake House - Hostal in Bacalar, Mexico offers a plethora of facilities that ensure a fun and adventurous stay for its guests. The hostel features a lively bar and nightclub, perfect for socializing and meeting new people. The concierge is always ready to assist guests with any requests they may have, while water sports enthusiasts can enjoy non-motorized activities such as canoeing. For those who wish to stay connected, Wi-Fi is available in public areas and all rooms. The games room is ideal for indoor entertainment, and the shared kitchen is fully equipped for guests who prefer to cook their meals. Daily housekeeping ensures a clean and comfortable stay, while luggage storage is available for guests who need to store their belongings. The hostel also boasts a beautiful beach that guests can enjoy during their stay.

Quadruple Room with Bunk Beds

The Yak Lake House - Hostal offers Quadruple Rooms with 4 Bunk Beds, providing a comfortable and affordable option for groups of friends or families traveling together. These rooms are 17 square meters in size and are perfect for those who are looking for a cozy and budget-friendly stay in Bacalar, Mexico.

Safe, Friendly, and Clean

The Yak Lake House - Hostal is a safe haven for travelers who want to have a great time in Bacalar, Mexico. Guests have praised the staff for being friendly and accommodating, making their stay more comfortable. The rooms and bathrooms are also kept clean, ensuring that guests have a comfortable and hygienic environment to stay in. The hostel's location is also ideal, providing easy access to the town's attractions. With these positive reviews, it's no wonder that guests would definitely stay here again.

Experience Unmatched Comfort and Convenience at The Yak Lake House - Hostal

The Yak Lake House - Hostal in Bacalar, Mexico has received outstanding customer ratings, with an overall score of 8.6. Guests rave about the hotel's exceptional cleanliness, convenient location, and friendly staff performance. With an impressive score of 9.1 for both cleanliness and location, guests can rest assured that they will enjoy a comfortable and convenient stay. The hotel's facilities, including its common areas and amenities, have also received high ratings with a score of 8.6. Additionally, guests appreciate the hotel's excellent value, with a rating of 8.2. Overall, The Yak Lake House - Hostal offers an unbeatable combination of comfort, convenience, and value that guests simply cannot resist.

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Amenities and facilities

Excellent
Facilities

8.4

Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
Internet access
  • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
  • Internet
  • Internet services
  • Wi-Fi in public areas
Things to do, ways to relax
  • Canoeing
  • Game room
  • Nightclub
  • On-site entertainment
  • Water sports (non-motorized)
Cleanliness and safety
  • Anti-viral cleaning products
  • Body thermometer
  • Cashless payment service
  • Doctor/nurse on call
  • First aid kit
  • Free face masks
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Hot water linen and laundry washing
  • Physical distancing of at least 1 meter
  • Protective screens in common areas
  • Rooms sanitized between stays
  • Safe dining setup
  • Shared stationery removed
  • Staff trained in safety protocol
  • Temperature check for guests and staff
Dining, drinking, and snacking
  • Bar
  • Shared kitchen
Services and conveniences
  • Air conditioning in public area
  • Concierge
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Elevator
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Smoking area
  • Terrace
Access
  • Adult-only property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Pets allowed
  • Security [24-hour]
  • Smoke alarms
Available in all rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • Free bottled water
  • Private bathroom
  • Safety/security feature
  • Shower
  • Sleep comfort items
  • Smoke detector
  • Socket near the bed
  • Toiletries
  • Walk-in shower

Location

Boulevar Costero de Bacalar Manzana 2 Entre Calle 24 y 26, Centro, Bacalar, Mexico, 97326
Excellent
Location

9

Property policies

Children and extra beds

Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

Minimum age of guests is: 18 year(s).

Others
  • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Some helpful facts

Check-in/Check-out
  • Check-in from14:00
  • Check-in until00:00
  • Check-out from00:00
  • Check-out until11:00

Property announcements

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. 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. 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.

Reviews of The Yak Lake House - Hostal from real guests

Provided by verified guests of Agoda
8.6
Excellent
Cleanliness8.8
Facilities8.4
Location9.0
Service8.8
Value for money8.1
High score for Bacalar
Rating
9+ Exceptional (8)
8-9 Excellent (3)
7-8 Very Good (2)
6-7 Good (1)
<6 Below Expectation (1)
Time of the year
Mar - May (4)
Jun - Aug (4)
Sep - Nov (3)
Dec - Feb (4)

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Showing 15 verified guest comments
10.0
Exceptional
Peter from United States
Solo traveler
Stayed 7 nights in February 2017

It's magico!”

The location is divine -- footsteps from the clear clean Cenote-like azul Lake Bacalar. The building is new, elegant, handsome, functional, efficient. The staff has all those qualities. I've never felt so blissed -- by health, beauty, peace, intelligence, charm, fun.

Reviewed February 19, 2017

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10.0
Exceptional
Morgan
Solo traveler
Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Stayed 3 nights in September 2019

Favorite Hostel”

I'm a solo female traveler and I stayed here for 5 days. The staff was friendly and accomodating, the rooms and bathrooms were clean. I felt safe, had a great time and would definitely stay here again.

Reviewed January 19, 2021

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6.4
Good
Jean-Paul from Belgium
Solo traveler
Bed in 7-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Stayed 1 night in November 2020

No breakfast ”

No breakfast because of covid but we share the same kitchen, rooms, showers etc. Nice hostel with a beautiful view, but it can be loud in the evening!! Its says only adults but also childeren stay there and people playing beerpong. Its not a hotel!! But prices are like that! Also staff can be very rude!!

Reviewed December 04, 2020

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8.0
Excellent
scott from New Zealand
Solo traveler
Bed in 7-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Stayed 3 nights in January 2021

great place on the lake”

super. however the music from the bar is right outside. so if you want to sleep early. well you'll have to put up with the music until about 11pm. poorly designed shower area. needs a shower curtain for the shower. no matter how considerate try to be.. water goes all over the bathroom ha!

Reviewed January 13, 2021

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4.8
Roxanne from Brunei Darussalam
Couple
Double Room with Lake View
Stayed 2 nights in August 2023

room 5”

Stayed here for two nights. Lake view private room. Toilet in room number 5 does not flush. Receptionist was informed and it was attended immediately. Unfortunately you have to asked them several times to have housekeeping come and clean it. Dirty bed sheet. Location is perfect. Staff is fine. Place is convenient for solo travellers not for relaxing.

Reviewed August 27, 2023

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10.0
Exceptional
Veronica from Italy
Solo traveler
Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

Perfect hostel in a perfect place”

Sociable hostel with events and activities every night. Perfect location, on the laguna and close to the city center. Very clean and comfortable, amazing!

Reviewed May 26, 2023

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10.0
Exceptional
Karl from United Kingdom
Solo traveler
Bed in 7-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Stayed 2 nights in August 2021

Exceptional”

Nice location

Reviewed August 13, 2021

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8.4
Excellent
Juhyeon from South Korea
Solo traveler
Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Stayed 1 night in February 2020

good”

view 맛집

Reviewed May 10, 2021

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10.0
Exceptional
Mauro from Mexico
Family with teens
Stayed 2 nights in October 2020

Recibieron un 10 de parte de mi esposa!!!!”

Ha sido una experiencia formidable, a pesar de que el clima no ha cooperado 1000 % lo recomendamos!!!!

Reviewed October 29, 2020

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9.2
Exceptional
Dariella from Peru
Solo traveler
Stayed 2 nights in July 2017

Excelente ubicación”

Muy bien ubicado frente al lago, las instalaciones son nuevas, buena atención, cerca al centro y ATMs y el desayuno es Ok (frutas, cafe, te, leche, tostadad, mermeladas y mantequilla). Es un poco caro para una cama, pero vale la pena! Amplié mi estadía dos días más.

Reviewed July 14, 2017

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9.2
Exceptional
Andréa
Couple
Stayed 1 night in August 2019

Vue magnifique dans un hostel festif ”

Nous avions une chambre privée avec vue magnifique sur le lagon. Très bon accueil avec un cocktail gratuit à l’arrivée! Petit déjeuner copieux et de nombreuses activités proposées! Points négatifs : pas d’eau chaude et mauvaise isolation sonore. Ne vous attendez pas à dormir avant 1h du matin.

Reviewed August 28, 2019

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8.0
Excellent
Martin from Germany
Couple
Stayed 1 night in March 2020

Preis-Leistung stimmt nicht ganz für ein Doppelzimmer”

Wir waren zu zweit im Hostel und hatten ein Doppelzimmer mit Seeblick. Die Aussicht ist super. Allerdings sind immer Mal wieder abends Partys, die dann ein Schlafen vor Ende der Party unmöglich machen (sehr hellhörig). Wir hatten zunächst eine Nacht für ca. 1.400 Pesos gebucht. Bei Ankunft hatten wir direkt nachgefragt, ob eine Verlängerung um eine Nacht möglich wäre. Die Antwort war: "Das Zimmer ist schon belegt, aber es könnte sein, dass es wieder storniert wird. Der Preis würde wieder bei ca. 1.400 Pesos liegen." Tatsächlich wurde dann am nächsten Tag ein Preis in Höhe von 1.700 Pesos verlangt. Einfach eine Abzocke um nochmal Geld abzugreifen. Das Frühstück ist von 7 bis 10 und grundsätzlich ausreichend (Obst, brot, Marmelade, Cornflakes, Kaffee). Leider ist das Frühstück erst nach halb 9 vollständig aufgebaut und vorher steht nicht alles zur Verfügung. Insgesamt ein Hostel mit guter Lage, welches aber preislich recht teuer ist und anscheinend die Touristen abzocken will.

Reviewed March 23, 2020

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9.2
Exceptional
Clara from Germany
Couple
Stayed 1 night in January 2018

Perfekte Lage und sehr schön ”

Sehr schönes Hostel in perfekter Lage. Einchecken hat leider einen Moment gedauert. Sonst top.

Reviewed January 07, 2018

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8.8
Excellent
SEUNGYONG from South Korea
Solo traveler
Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Stayed 3 nights in April 2019

시설 좋은데 많이 시끄러움”

시설은 만족 호수 바로 앞에 있지만 수영은 못함 새벽 1-2시까지 음악 틀고 애쉐이들 떠들어서 엄청 시끄러워 잠자기 힘듦

Reviewed May 01, 2019

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8.4
Excellent
JIEUN from South Korea
Couple
Stayed 1 night in March 2019

고맙습니다”

친절하시고 아주깔끔했어요 조금좁은게 아쉬웠어요

Reviewed March 22, 2019

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