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About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: Elmar Hostel in Bacalar offers a welcoming environment with air-conditioning, free WiFi, and a terrace. Guests can enjoy lake views and a serene garden setting. Convenient Facilities: The hostel provides free bicycles, a shared kitchen, laundry service, and an outdoor seating area. Additional amenities include a balcony, washing machine, and a dining area. Delicious Breakfast: A variety of breakfast options are available, including continental, buffet, à la carte, and vegetarian. Guests can enjoy cheese and fruits each morning. Activities and Services: Elmar Hostel offers yoga classes, free on-site private parking, and free toiletries. The reception staff speak English and Spanish. Chetumal International Airport is 22 mi away.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Ronja
New Zealand“Loved everything here, wished I would have stayed even longer. The design of the hostel is great and the people as well.” - Meike
Germany“Absolutely gorgeous design, the beds are very well arranged for privacy and I loved the curtains an the steps to the upper beds. Breakfast was good and they offer free bikes to get around. Staff is very friendly” - Siobhan
United States“I booked into this hostel because some reviews mentioned how friendly everyone is and it felt like Family....They were right!!!! Gus, Hann, Giovanni! They were amazing, so helpful friendly and we became friends and they brought us out on day trips...” - Noam
Israel“Nice and clean, comfortable beds, great location and very peaceful You can also take out bikes and sap/kayak which is very nice” - Raj
United Kingdom“Generally lovely place to stay, all the staff are really nice The booking comes with an hour of kayak use, free bike rental, laundry Kitchen is nice and well equipped Staff very friendly and always happy to help” - Nicole
Switzerland“Overall, I really enjoyed my stay. The dorm is nice! Staff is very friendly and welcoming. Good location - not far from the Lagoon and restaurants etc. The Hostel has a great atmosphere. Breakfast was good but as already mentioned in other reviews...” - Chloe United Kingdom“The people, the air conditioning and the beautifully prepared breakfast. The free bikes were great and I rode one to the Cenote Azul ( just check the brakes). Loved the sunrise kayak, just a beautiful, calm place.”
- Laurine
France“Great hostel, chill vibes 3 minutes from the lagoon Giovanni & his team are super nice and helpful The free breakfast is delicious Free laundry, kayaks, paddle boards, bikes, water fountain Kitchen is well equipped” - Nancy
Netherlands“Staff was very nice. Very nice hostel atmosphere, incredibly clean & comfortable. I highly recommend this hostel if you’re looking for a quiet time.” 
Nicole
Malta“staff super nice and welcoming. Place is chill and clean and comfortable”
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Child policies
Children over 17 are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
The fine print
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Elmar Hostel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
