Stay at Casa China Bacalar Guest House with free Wi-Fi and breakfast. Close to Cenote Azul & Laguna de los 7 Colores. Rated 4.5 with 505 reviews in Bacalar, Mexico.
Visitors appreciate the friendly, knowledgeable guides and convenient amenities, especially for water-based activities, while noting some variability in group attention during tours.
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Casa China Bacalar is a guest house located in the Col. Costero Sur neighborhood along Costera 67 in Bacalar, Quintana Roo. Offering a blend of accommodations and services, the property functions not only as a guest house but also features a bar, restaurant, and an observatory. Additional amenities include kayak and canoe rentals as well as a boat tour agency, catering well to visitors interested in exploring the nearby lagoon and cenotes.
The guest house holds a 4.5-star rating based on over 500 reviews, with many guests highlighting the peaceful atmosphere and views from the bar area, particularly popular for watching sunsets. The property provides practical amenities such as free Wi-Fi, breakfast, parking, air conditioning, and is both pet- and kid-friendly, although it does not offer a pool or fitness center. Check-in is available from 3:00 pm and check-out is by noon.
Situated near several notable attractions, including Cenote Azul, Laguna de los 7 colores, and Cenote Cocalitos Beach Resort, the location serves well for sightseeing, recreation, and local transportation. The property is also close to the Chetumal International Airport, approximately a 33-minute drive away. Guests often appreciate the convenience of neighboring hotels, adding to the area's appeal as a lodging choice.
Houseboat tours led by local guides are a highlight for many visitors, with some reviewers praising the professionalism and friendliness of staff like Diego and Jose Banda. These tours include opportunities to swim in cenotes and kayak, with refreshments provided. While most reviews are very positive regarding the tour experiences and overall hospitality, a few mention that some tours offer more active engagement than others.
Suitable for travelers interested in outdoor activities and lakeside leisure, Casa China Bacalar combines basic comfort with easy access to Bacalar’s natural attractions. Its diverse facilities and services make it a practical option for a range of guests, including families, pet owners, and those looking to engage with the environment both on and off the water.
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We were recommended by a tour guide to grab a drink and go to the tower for a sunset view of the lagoon. We had delicious Negronis for a reasonable price and the bartender was playing a great playlist. View is beautiful and the whole place is very peaceful.
Beautiful place, delicious food, they rent kayaks for a really good price and , have a parking lot, my friends and I loved that place ,
We had a great time on the boat ride with Diego. He was very nice and explained us all about the lagoon. We took a boat ride from 11am to 2:00 pm. Great service and good time. Highly recommended.
Hugo took us on the 8am 3-hour boat tour and we loved it! A big plus was being able to use the kayaks after the tour, we chose to come back the next day and kayak out to the bird island. Also nice that the tour included 3 little beers - Hugo made sure all the guests always had everything they needed, such a friendly and welcoming guide!
Took a 3-hour sightseeing and cenote boat trip led by Edwin, who was a lovely tour guide and did a great job in English and Spanish, although it did feel like the Spanish speakers got a lot more attention. As the for tour itself, it felt like a lot of sitting on the boat and not doing much, though there were free cold drinks and melon available and we probably got in a good 80 minutes of cenote swimming so all in all it was a pretty good experience, and very reasonably priced too.
We had a really nice sailing trip with Diego on a ponton boat. Visited several places and were alle to swim in the beautiful lake. Casa China also has a bar and nice seats to sit incl. Parasols and toiletset.
We had a boat tour at Casa China with Jose Banda and it could not have been better. Jose is without doubt the coolest cat in town. He made the whole trip unforgettable with his easygoing vibe, great sense of humour and deep knowledge of the lagoon. He set the perfect tone with brilliant music and even let us take over the playlist. The drinks were ice cold with plenty of choice, from jamaica to beer, which kept the good times flowing. If you want the best experience on the water, go with Jose. He is the star of Casa China and made our day truly special.
DIEGO took us on the 8am for a 3-hour boat tour and we loved it! A big plus was being able to use the kayaks after the tour, so we did the whole afternoon! The tour included beverages and snacks - Diego made sure all the guests always had everything they needed, such a friendly, handsome and welcoming guide, well informed about the lagoon and the surrounding biodiversity. He made our experience memorable. Definitely would recommend Diego :)
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