Casa Shiva Bacalar by Mij
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Casa Shiva Bacalar by Mij
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Costera 525, Bacalar, Quintana Roo 77930, Mexico
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When you stay at Casa Shiva Bacalar by MIJ in Bacalar, you'll be on a lake, a 3-minute drive from Lake Bacalar and 6 minutes from Laguna Bacalar Ecological Park. This hotel is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Cenote Esmeralda and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Cenote Negro.Show More
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4.1/5Very Good
·Cleanliness: 4.1
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Amenities
Exclusive Beach AreaPrivate ParkingFreeWi-Fi in Public AreasFree
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Surroundings
Airport: Chetumal International Airport
(38.3 km)
Landmarks: DayTour Bacalar
(210m)
Landmarks: Los Aluxes Bacalar
(290m)
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Villa
Bedroom 1:1 King bed ● Bedroom 2:2 Double bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Lake view
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Bungalow
1 King bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Lake view
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Garden view
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Family Room
2 Double bed and 1 King bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Ocean view
Lake view
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Double Room
1 Double bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Lake view
Electric fan
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Guest Reviews
4.1/5
Very Good
13 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness4.1
- Amenities4.1
- Location4.1
- Service4.1
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Guest User
January 27, 2024
If you're looking for an easy and enjoyable way to access the fantastic Laguna de Bacalar, Casa Shiva is a great choice. For 400 pesos, you get a Daypass that includes access to a nice sunbed right by the water, a hammock, towel, changing facilities, kayak rental, and, not to forget, a refund of 200 pesos with a purchase in the restaurant. We spent much of a day swimming in the incredible water with its many shades of color and chilling in our sunbeds on the covered pier. Most of the time, we just couldn't help but smile happily.
Guest User
December 23, 2023
For the price we paid ($250 per night) I was totally disappointed by the room, facilities and the service provided. The members of reception staff spoke very little English which made any communication challenging. The room is one of the most basic I’ve seen in my life. No blankets, only bed sheets (we froze on the first night and I came to reception twice to ask for blankets to eventually be given only 3 when there were 4 of us staying in the room) Nowhere to dry our clothes on apart from chairs or bannisters at the balcony Not a single glass in the room No toilet brush!!!!! I had to go to reception to ask for a toilet paper as we had only 1 roll and no one was checking if we had enough No cleaning for 3 nights (but the bathroom bin was emptied once!) Extremely limited breakfast options - only eggs, toasts (no jam or butter), tea and coffee (no black tea offered although I pointed out twice that it’s really weird not to offer the most basic morning drink), small fruit bowl was offered on the last day. Kayaks free of charge available but paddle board had a hole and no paddle available Wooden sun loungers on the grass had no cushions Overall impression was that the staff was totally not interested in making their guests experience memorable or even nice, we felt like they just let us stay there for free so we should expect anyone to take care of us. Extremely disappointing. Good things I’d mention were - beautiful view, lovely pontoon with a hammock and sun loungers, good WiFi.
Guest User
January 31, 2023
This place is low-key and beautiful. My gfs and I went for my birthday. Stayed 7 nights. Every single staff member was amazing. Especially Betzabelle (Besitos) who was our checkin receptionist. Anything we needed she was on it. Raquel took care of all our needs in our villa. Get the villa. They only have one. Great for multiple peps. Full kitchen, dining table, everything you need. Balcony too. Breakfast was included. They have 3 docks to lounge on. You can order food out from it. If you book boat excursions they pick you right up from there. Ask for Edwin for your boat excursions. We did a sunrise one and a sunset. Included drinks and snacks. The evening one we booked a birthday dinner with champagne. All boutique hotels line this street. Restaurants and bars. I felt completely safe walking back late at night. All walking distance. Casa Shiva made us feel at home and so welcome. Their coconut trees needed trimming while we were there and they served up some for us to drink and one to take home. My friends and I will be back again for sure
Guest User
February 11, 2023
Casa Shiva combines a beautiful and convenient location with affordable accommodation. We found the standard double room to be functional, but basic and a bit gloomy. Bathroom and swim towels were provided, but guests must supply their own drinking water (refills as mentioned in earlier reviews are no longer available; bottled water may be purchased at the restaurant). Although the room had a safe for valuables, we were told it was out of order. For those considering a stay in one of the glamping domes, be aware that these are located in the car park gardens. Kayaks no longer seemed to be available onsite, but can be rented a short walk away. Breakfast was served on the attractive outdoor terrace, and consisted of fresh fruit, eggs made to order, and coffee; fresh juice was available at an extra cost. A limited lunch menu was on offer until 2 p.m. However it is the outdoor areas where Casa Shiva shines, from the moment one steps foot outside the room: most rooms have lake views, and the waterfront gardens with lily pads, palapas and loungers are just as beautiful as shown. While the prime palapa beds were sometimes taken by guests with day passes, or early risers staking their claim via swim towels, other loungers were always free. The reception staff were very helpful in arranging a lake tour, with a departure point just a few minutes walk away. Other staff were all welcoming, but basic hotel skills were a bit variable. Several restaurants and a small convenience store are a short walk north along the coastal road, with many more choices in town (2.5 km, walkable even after dark, or a short taxi ride away). All in all, a very pleasant and relaxing stay!
Guest User
December 9, 2021
I don't have enough good things to say about our stay at Casa Shiva. The friendliness, flexibility, and warmth of the staff, and the location and layout of the docks and the rooms on the property made for a really amazing time. They allowed us to hire external providers and did not try to predatorily charge us as soon as we mentioned "wedding" like so many other venues do. They resolved our requests in an honest, friendly, and accommodating manner. I also appreciated that the staff were available for you but were never actively trying to sell us "extras" or interrupting our daily activities. The price is also very reasonable compared to other locations and what is on offer. My suggestions for improvement would be somehow getting a stronger and more reliable internet connection (it was serviceable and I suspect this is rather a regional issue rather than hotel-specific) and some wood on the dock will probably need to be replaced in the next 5 years. Of course, this didn't detract from our experience, thanks again so much for helping make our wedding and family get-together an unforgettable experience.
Guest User
May 5, 2024
- Very nice view from the pontoon on the lagoon, ideal for relaxing with hammocks and deckchairs, paddle and kayak rental available for free. Breakfast ok but nothing more. Simple service. The big black mark that played a role in cutting our stay short and leaving this hotel: the room. Almost unsanitary, smell of septic tank at the back with stench, old, dilapidated, a damaged and dirty floor, a shower that absolutely did not make you want to wash. Very hard bedding. Dirty sheets. Musty smell. Faucets in a pitiful state. On the verge of unsanitary, dust on the rickety ceiling fan. Room not soundproofed. It felt like a prison room. So we decided to leave the hotel after having spent a very bad night ... Too bad because the place has everything to be heavenly but the facilities are not maintained and clearly lack cleanliness.
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BarbaraMexicana
August 7, 2023
They have a privileged location, the best thing is the dock in the lagoon, they have comfortable lounge chairs, being there is magical and the view is phenomenal. You can swim right there without danger because it is low and there are also kayaks. The hotel is very nice! The staff has good service but is very slow There was no jam at breakfast
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Guest User
July 30, 2023
Si quieres relajarte al %100 definitivamente este es el lugar correcto . A pie de la laguna y frente a una pequeña isla de pájaros con manglar. Muelle con 3 palapas que dan una vista espectacular tanto de día como de noche y que sirve para descansar Servicio de bebidas y alimentos, el desayuno es tipo americano pero muy rico. Las habitaciones tienen lo necesario para un buen descanso. Y si te gusta madrugar podrás ver un poco de peces a la orilla del muelle.
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Guest User
April 23, 2023
Séjour agréable, chambre spacieuse et simple. Nous avions choisi le petit bungalow. l'endroit est très agréable et reposant. Un peu cher par rapport au service et degré de confort. Le personnel ne parle pas anglais et est plutôt aimable mais il n'y a rien de trop. Le petit déjeuner est plutôt bon.
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Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 15:00–23:00
Check-out: 09:00–12:00
Front desk hours: [Mon-Sun]08:00–23:00
If you will arrive outside of check-in hours, contact the property in advance
Child Policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Children between 0 and 6 years old can stay for free if no extra bed is needed.
Cots and Extra Beds
For all room types, cots and extra beds cannot be added.
Breakfast
TypeAmerican
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Contact hotel |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
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Property Description
- Number of Rooms: 6
When you stay at Casa Shiva Bacalar by MIJ in Bacalar, you'll be on a lake, a 3-minute drive from Lake Bacalar and 6 minutes from Laguna Bacalar Ecological Park. This hotel is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Cenote Esmeralda and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Cenote Negro.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this hotel include tour/ticket assistance and a picnic area.
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 8 air-conditioned guestrooms. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this hotel include tour/ticket assistance and a picnic area.
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 8 air-conditioned guestrooms. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.
Services & Amenities
Most popular business facilities
Exclusive Beach Area
Private ParkingFree
Wi-Fi in Public AreasFree
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