With a stay at Casa Hormiga in Bacalar (Mario Villanueva Madrid), you'll be steps from Laguna Bacalar Ecological Park and 6 minutes by foot from Lake Bacalar. .This luxury hotel is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Fort of San Felipe and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Canal de los Piratas.
What's nearby
Laguna Bacalar Ecological Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Fort of San Felipe - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Municipal Spa of Bacalar - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Cenote Negro - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
Cenote Cocalitos - 8 min drive - 6.9 km
Getting around
Chetumal, Quintana Roo (CTM-Chetumal Intl.) - 36 min drive
Restaurants
La Playita - 7 min walk
I Scream Bar - 10 min walk
El Sazón a la Mexicana - 3 min walk
Finisterre Bacalar - 6 min walk
Yerbabuena - 4 min walk
About this property
Casa Hormiga
Luxury hotel with 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa
Casa Hormiga offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and slippers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include desks. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. In-room massages, irons/ironing boards, and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Casa Ritual has 4 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Thai massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a hot tub.
The spa is open daily. Guests under 15 years old are not allowed in the spa.
Make yourself at home in one of the 18 individually decorated guestrooms. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature designer toiletries and hair dryers.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 2 outdoor swimming pools and bicycles to rent. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
Grab dinner at Brote, a restaurant that specializes in Indian cuisine. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe, and room service (during limited hours) is provided. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.
Featured amenities include a computer station, dry cleaning/laundry services, and multilingual staff. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.
Brote - This restaurant specializes in Indian cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Reservations are required.
Honesty Bar - Onsite bar. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.
Languages
English, Spanish
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
Onsite parking available only on request
Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Couples/private dining
Private picnics
Restaurants on site
Brote
Honesty Bar
Things to do
2 outdoor pools
Art gallery
Bicycle rentals
Children's pool
Full-service spa
Library
Shopping centre
TV in common areas
Family friendly
2 outdoor pools
Babysitting (surcharge)
Children's books
Children's dinnerware
Children's games
Children's pool
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
Gift shop/newsstand
Guidebooks
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Water dispenser
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Proposal/romance packages
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services
Business services
Computer station
Outdoors
Direct access to the beach
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace
Full-service spa
4 treatment rooms
Aromatherapy
Body wraps
Couples treatment rooms
Deep-tissue massages
Facials
Hot stone massages
Hot tub
In-room massages
Manicures/pedicures
Prenatal massages
Reflexology
Sauna
Spa open daily
Sports massages
Thai massages
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lift
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Room amenities
Bedroom
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Shower
Slippers
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Food and drink
Champagne service
Chef service
Limited room service
More
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Desk
Electrical adapters
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board on request
Laptop workspace
Laptop-compatible safe
Separate sitting area
Window screens
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 60
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: USD 60 for check-in between 11:00 AM and 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 60
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A damage deposit of USD 100 will be collected before check-in.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Early check-in fee: USD 60 (subject to availability)
Late check-in fee: USD 60 for check-in between 11:00 AM and 5:00 PM
Late check-out fee: USD 60 (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number SPA191009BV5
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Guests under 15 years old are not allowed in the spa
Property is also known as
Casa Hormiga Hotel
Casa Hormiga Bacalar
Casa Hormiga Hotel Bacalar
Casa Hormiga Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
This hotel really needs to start offering laundry service, heat the pools, and have a dinner and room service option for guests.
That would make the experience much better.
Neighborhood is loud so maybe some white noise options in the room would make the experience more pleasant as well
Not only was the property lovely, the food was delicious and the staff were above and beyond kind and helpful. While I was there, I needed medical attention. The staff worked as translators with the hospital, set up taxi rides, and checked in on me frequently. So generous. The pool area is clean and calming. My hammock on the porch, alluring. The beds were comfortable and the showers hot. No complaints at all. Casa Hormiga is quiet and peaceful. It is only a few blocks to the lake or the plaza... very convenient. I'd stay there again any day.
This was a spectacular surprise. They have created a natural and very tasteful sanctuary with their hotel that is very special.
We tried the temazcal ceremony and it was an amazing experience lead by Ronny.
Special mentions go to Rubén and Rodrigo on the front desk for their professionalism and understanding of what great service really means.
Bravo Casa Hormiga!!
I had a wonderful stay at Hotel Casa Hormiga. The pristine grounds, excellent service, and unique activities like the "House Ritual" with the Cacao Ceremony and massage made it a standout destination. The rooms were spacious, room service was good and the location very walkable. Special shout-out to Ruben, who was hilarious and extremely welcoming. I’ll be back one day!
Casa Hormiga was a beautiful place to stay. It blended well with the zen feeling of Bacalar. The style and overall feel was very peaceful. I loved the morning yoga sessions. The staff was super helpful and made you feel very comfortable. Thank you Casa Hormiga for a beautiful vacation!
Lilian
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
maria e
22 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Bacalar
maria e
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
maria e
19 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Bacalar
It has been excellent, so relaxing and staff is amazing 🙏🥰❤️
Beautiful hotel wrapped around lushly landscaped interior courtyard and pools.
A peaceful oasis very close to all the action in Bacalar. Lovely restaurant and attentive staff.
I loved my stay at Casa Hormiga. Everything was excellent, including the fantastic cocktails from the bar, the delicious food with lots of vegetarian options, the quiet pools and the comfortable room. We were there during a slow month so the hotel wasn't full, which meant we had the pool all to ourselves and it never felt busy at breakfast either. The city is walkable from here but it's not right in the middle of the noisy areas either.
Casa Hormiga is a great place to stay on your next visit to Bacalar. The property grounds are beautiful and have a relaxing vibe. Staff is attentive and the rooms are some of the nicest places I’ve stayed at in Mexico. Plus you are in walkable distance to the lagoon and downtown area. Totally recommend and will sure return here!
Isaura
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ruurd
Travelled with family
28 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful place with lots of green. Good restaurant and very nice staff. Unfortunately, we had a constant sewer smell in our room that was rather unpleasant. We could not get another room as it was fully booked. They were going to look into it and i am positive that they will be able to solve the issue.