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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
- Beachfront
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Bar
- Private beach area
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Lizzie
United Kingdom
“Perfect location, we loved the dock on the lake. Amazing place to chill for the afternoon. The rooms are clean.” - Anita
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.” - Vaibhav
Switzerland
“Easy access to the lagoon and activities at the hostel” - Kitty
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
“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
“Wa3er bezaf, li bagha yji yerta7 w yetbere3 b lagon hada a7ssan makan !! Choukran l sadi9 « Noami » 3la koulchi 🙌🏼🫶🏽” - Andrew
United Kingdom
“The location is great for the lake, you can swim straight off the pier. Staff were great, super friendly and helpful, especially Ali who arranged taxis for us. Actually stayed twice during my Mexico trip. Definitely recommend.” - Charles
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
“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 :)” - Barbara
United Kingdom
“Very good location. Nice kitchen- I like having tea so kettle is a bonus. Generally very pretty place.”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurante #1
- CuisineMexican
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
- AmbianceTraditional
House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.



The fine print
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.