Fodor's Expert Review Akalki

Near the border with Belize, there is a sacred lagoon of seven colors called Bacalar. On its shores, there is this gorgeous hotel and holistic center, Akalki. A group of cabanas built on top of the water, just like those in the Maldives or Seychelles, provide the perfect background to find peace and reconnect with nature.

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room

With only 11 cabanas, Akalki guarantees a peaceful environment. Most cabanas are built over the water, with thatched roofs, exquisite wood floors, and a whimsical interior of white tones and Mayan accents. They all run on solar energy and include a ceiling fan and hardwood deck with the most amazing views of the lagoon and the jungle.

YOU SHOULD KNOW Bugs and mosquitoes are unavoidable in a place like this, so you better bring your own repellent and an open mind attitude in this regard.

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bathroom

The bathrooms offer ample space and a traditional Mexican style. The showers have tiled-walls, hot water, and even seating area.

lobby

Akalki’s lobby is a big welcoming palapa set in the middle of the property and overlooking the tranquil waters of the lagoon.

pool

The pool here is the lagoon, kids jump from the pier and the adults directly from their suites’ decks. There are also kayaks available for guests who’d like to explore a little bit further into the waters of Bacalar.

spa

Akalki is a healing center that focuses on offering holistic therapies to achieve a balance of wellbeing between the body and the emotions. They offer a wide array of treatments such as hot stones massages, temazcal, sound-therapy (meditation with sound-making bowls) and aguahara, which is a massage in the waters of Bacalar.

Not all therapists are based in the center every day. In order to not miss on your preferred treatment, make sure to book it in advance.

gym

There is no gym at Akalki, but they do have yoga palapa where guests can receive group or private classes. A yoga session by sunset in a setting like this is a fascinating experience.

dining

La Botica by Akalki is a delightful restaurant full of healthy options prepared with fresh ingredients that come directly from the orchard located in the premises of the hotel. It serves mostly vegetarian dishes, with some seafood additions.

drinking

As a holistic center and healthy paradise, you won’t find intoxicating beverages at hand. Fresh juices and organic coffee is all you get here. But hey, at least you’ll get inner peace…