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Casa Shiva Bacalar by MIJ

2.5 star property
Lakefront hotel in Bacalar with free parking

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Exterior
Sundeck
Bungalow - Lake View
Exterior detail
Garden

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • 269 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • 484 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 King Bed

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Villa | Private kitchenette

Villa

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
2 bathrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
Living room
Daily housekeeping
  • 646 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

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Bungalow - Lake View | Lake view

Bungalow - Lake View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • 323 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
Costera Bacalar 525, Bacalar, QROO, 77930

What's nearby

  • Cenote Cocalitos - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Cenote Negro - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Cenote Azul - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Fort of San Felipe - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Laguna Bacalar Ecological Park - 5 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Chetumal, Quintana Roo (CTM-Chetumal Intl.) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • Enamora
  • ‪La Bendición Dios - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Albahaca - ‬19 min walk
  • El Trompo de K'los
  • ‪Chiltepin Marisquillos - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Casa Shiva Bacalar by MIJ

Hotel near Lake Bacalar
Casa Shiva Bacalar by MIJ provides amenities like a terrace and a garden. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • A dock, tour/ticket assistance, and outdoor furniture
  • A front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Casa Shiva Bacalar by MIJ include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rainfall showers and free toiletries

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Dock
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from September 12 2024 to September 11 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Casa Shiva Bacalar by MIJ Hotel
Casa Shiva Bacalar by MIJ Bacalar
Casa Shiva Bacalar by MIJ Hotel Bacalar

Frequently asked questions

Is Casa Shiva Bacalar by MIJ pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Casa Shiva Bacalar by MIJ?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Casa Shiva Bacalar by MIJ?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Casa Shiva Bacalar by MIJ?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Casa Shiva Bacalar by MIJ located?

Situated on a lake, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Cenote Esmeralda and Lake Bacalar. Cenote Negro and Cenote Cocalitos are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Casa Shiva Bacalar by MIJ Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 130 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 130 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 130 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 130 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 130 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, just steps from the lake from the cabins.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Vincent

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great access to laguna.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Carlos

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Really nice suite for 5 people. Really nice front to the lagoon! Amazing to rest and have a good time!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aldo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love this place
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

sonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location and the staff. The villa was beautiful!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing! Loved the simplicity of the hotel and outside were amazing. Definitely a must do.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Casa shiva Bacalar

Nice manager and staff. Very relaxing place, well maintained. If something could be improved, it would be the breakfast The location and peacefulness of the hotel is wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

hector Javier

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the staff, they were very attentive and present. The location was great with easy access to the lagoon. Room definitely needed better maintenance, they lacked towels. There were some animals living in the roof that made noise all night.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Peaceful and gorgeous

We absolutely loved Casa Shiva. We were there during the off season so everything was pretty quiet. We spent a LOT of time on the pier hanging out and reading and swimming - it was a breathtaking view and the water is beautiful! The employees were awesome - very friendly and helpful. Their breakfast was amazing too! We loved it and hope to be back. Its simple - not a lot of extra frills, which we loved.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
If you want a romantic getaway this place is it , very private and semi secluded. The scenery is perfect as you are across from a bird sanctuary area. Kayaks and paddle boards are included in your stay and the staff will get you what you need from food and drinks . Definitely will come back soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Adriana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The front of Hotel Shiva at first glance doesn’t seem like much but their lagoon property view has the WOW factor and a very good reason to stay there. The rooms are well kept and have what you expect. Not sure about the other rooms but mine had no tv or mini fridge. We did have breakfast there which was good and convenient. Would stay again and recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Could add something to the rooms to put suitcase/luggage on so it doesn't just lay on the floor
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Great vibe!

This place has nice decks with loungers under palapas over the water. It has a very relaxed vibe. The cabin is not luxurious, but has a bed, ac, lights, shower, sink toilet and 1 outlet on each side of the bed. The bed is on a very low platform, maybe 4-6 inches off the ground. It was not the most comfortable bed and we only had one pillow each. Breakfast is made to order and was delicious. The staff speak very little English, but are very kind. It is the sort of place that is great in your 20s, but If you are laid back, this spot was wonderful and we loved the staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

ALBERTO

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Horrible food and disappointed with staff service. We had no running water one night.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

2/10 Terrible

Jennifer

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was no running water, no power, after a storm, no staff to help us, there was a leak spraying water in our bathroom. We had to leave early, no one to check us out and no refund! I sent an email to the property and they did not respond. The worst place I have stayed - do not book at this hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Everything was great except the 1st night we stayed in the dome. When we 1st got in our room it was warm, we attributed it to the outside climate, however after the AC stopped running,they swapped us rooms and thats when we realized the AC wasn't working as intended the previous day (new room was really fresh). I brought it up to the receptionist but they told me i should've brought it up earlier even though i had no idea that wasn't how it was supposed to be ( I had nothing to compare it to). Everything else was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

2/10 Terrible

Diana

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
el lugar ya ni existe
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Diana

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
el lugar ya no existe quiero mi reembolso
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
El área de camastros está increible
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The kayaks and paddle board are not available for the guests anymore like before. However, we like to go there and spend another full week with family and friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

EDUARDO FRANCISCO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Muy bueno todo a excepción de la cocina, casi no tienen nada
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miguel Ángel Perez

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excelente atención por parte de David y el staff
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Octavio

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Deben de mejorar la entrada, lo que está adentro sensacional, tranquilo y hermoso. Sería conveniente ofrecer un buen menú
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

AURELIE

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
L hotel a une superbe vue et le personnel est plutot sympathique mais à part cela j'ai passé une très mauvaise nuit. Déja je n'etais pas du tout rassurée clim ne semble pas envoyer d'air frais, chambre qui fait peur, cadavres d'insectes et petit dejeuner ridicule (littéralement 2 oeufs et 3 tranches de fruits). 1 nuit pas plus!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

GUILLERMO

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Lugar muy tranquilo para relajarse
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024