Ikalar

Location: Lote 56 Predio Azteca Predio Azteca, 77774 Chemuyil, Q.R., Akumal, mx

Star Rating: 8.8 Stars

Property Type: Campsite

About this Property

Important Information

Policies

Check-in: 03:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Check-out: 12:00 PM

Amenities & Facilities

• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Non-smoking rooms
• Restaurant
• Room service
• Terrace
• BBQ facilities
• Luggage storage
• Tour desk
• Hot tub/Jacuzzi
• Sauna
• Massage services
• Packed lunches
• Karaoke
• Non-smoking throughout
• Private check-in/check-out
• Shared lounge/TV area
• Shuttle service (additional charge)
• Concierge service
• Grocery deliveries
• Allergy-free room
• Shared kitchen
• Evening entertainment
• Adult only
• Infinity pool
• Entertainment staff
• Outdoor furniture
• Coffee Shop on site
• Fruits
• Shallow end
• Spa/wellness center services
• Steam room
• Beauty Services
• Manicure
• Pedicure
• Staff adhere to local safety protocols
• Guest rooms disinfected between stays
• Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
• Physical distancing rules followed
• Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
• Cashless payment available
• First aid kit available
• Sanitized tableware & silverware
• Contactless check-in/check-out
• Invoice provided
• Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
• Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
• Guest room sealed after cleaning
• Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
• Key access
• Food delivered to guest room
• Process in place to check health of guests
• Access to health care professionals
• Delivered food - securely covered
• Thermometers for guests provided by property
• Mobile app for room service
• Broadcast Live sport events
• Pub crawls
• Happy hour
• Cooking class
• Front desk (limited hours)
• Free wired internet
• Snack bar/deli
• Scuba diving on site
• Snorkeling on site
• Self parking (surcharge)
• Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
• Airport transportation - drop-off (surcharge)
• Free pool cabanas
• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Beach yoga on site
• Spa tub (surcharge)
• Internet access
• Concerts/live shows
• Private picnics
• Art gallery on site
• Wine release events
• Reception hall
• Exercise/lap pool
• Japanese garden
• Covered parking
• Fishing nearby
• Swimming nearby
• Hosted evening meal (reserve)
• Bicycle-friendly property
• Charcoal grill
• Vegetarian menu options available
• Accessible shuttle
• No accessible shuttle
• Accessible train station shuttle
• No accessible train station shuttle

Rooms Available

• King Room with Garden View

  The spacious double room offers a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • Seating Area
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Dining area
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Barbecue
  • Linen
  • Dining table
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper

• Deluxe Queen Suite

  This suite consists of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and free toiletries. Among the room amenities are a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a dining area as well as an outdoor dining area and garden views. The unit offers 1 bed.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • Seating Area
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Dining area
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Barbecue
  • Linen
  • Dining table
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper

• Deluxe Double Room with Bath

  The spacious double room provides a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a shower. Among the room amenities are a dining area, a wardrobe, a barbecue as well as an outdoor dining area and garden views. The unit offers 1 bed.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • Seating Area
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Dining area
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Barbecue
  • Linen
  • Dining table
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper

• Deluxe Double Room with Bath

  The spacious double room offers a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • Seating Area
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Dining area
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Barbecue
  • Linen
  • Dining table
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper

Guest Reviews

• Francesca (10/5): OTTIMA LOCATION. UNICA COSA DOLENTE LA COLAZIONE - IL SILENZIO DELLA NATURA LA COLAZIONE
• Fjellanger (5/5): One night was enough. It was an interesting experience - Exotic and strange Maggots in the toilet and nothing to do
• ELEONORA (10/5): -
• Maxim (10/5): A wonderful and unique place - We had a fantastic stay at Ikalar. Andrés is a wonderful host and a really interesting person to talk to. He took the time to explain the concept behind this beautiful place, which made the experience even better. The tree houses are stunning, spotless, and incredibly peaceful. You truly feel connected to nature. Would absolutely recommend and would love to return.
• Karl (10/5): Baumhaus mit Flair - Wir wurden freundlich empfangen und die Übernachtung im Baumhaus war ein schönes Erlebnis. Es gab ein gutes Frühstück und der sympathische Hausherr hat uns bereitwillig von seinem Projekt erzählt und uns gute Ausflugstipps für den Tag gegeben. Besonders hat uns auch die angenehme Musik in der "Lobby" gefallen, wo wir abends noch ein kühles Bier tranken.
• Ines (9/5): Unieke ervaring in de natuur - Zeer uniek en prachtig verblijf! Midden in de natuur. Elke kamer is een kunstwerk opzich. De kat 'Snow' was super leuk gezelschap. Veel diertjes die zowel let zonsopgang als zonsondergang te zien zijn. Niets, ik geef gewoon mee dat het wel echt afgelegen is. Dus als je in de avond iets wil gaan doen moet je een eind rijden. De weg naar het verblijf is best wel tricky dus in het donker is het een beetje eng... Maar als je wil genieten van 100% rust is dit een prachtige plek.
• Sofia (10/5): - Realmente una experiencia sin iguales!!! El lugar es más bonito de lo imaginado, rodeado de naturaleza en medio de la selva....Las habitaciones son verdaderamente hermosas...y cuentan con todo lo necesario!!! Cada detalle del lugar nos dejó sorprendidos!!! Andres un super anfitrión ...desde la recepción hasta el final de la estancia muy pendiente de todo, siempre amable y disponible!!! Lo recomiendo ampliamente!!!
• Antonin (10/5): -
• cora (1/5): so sad to waste all that money, but it didn't feel safe at all. - it seemed very beautiful, albeit deserted. i lived in a place like this on st. croix, but it actually had people in it, and food, and activity. maybe someday, or sometimes? ikalar could be a living thing. ok. it was deserted. there was one guy there--we translated via phone. no food--he said there would be food at dinnertime, then later, that he could make me lunch. i am one girl, being dropped off midday, w no car, in the deep middle of the jungle. it was so very remote, so deserted. they said i could cancel, and then kept the money.
• Melanie (10/5): fantastische one-of -a -kind ervaring! - De ontvangst en de verrassend mooie, ruime boomhutten, echt fantastisch qua design, ook de badkamer. 'S morgens opstaan met een vers gemaakt ontbijt en klassieke muziek. De jungle geluiden... De omgeving: het zwembad, alles errond. De highlight van onze Mexico rondreis vond ik:) Niks, het was wel leuk geweest indien er 's avonds een optie was om daar te blijven eten.
• Tiscareno (8/5): Estancia, increíble! - La experiencia de hospedarnos en esta casa en el árbol en Akumal. Fue muy agradable e interesante a la vez. Para empezar el host Andres es y fue muy amable con nosotros. Todo el tiempo estuvo al pendiente de nosotros y estuvimos en comunicación constante con él. Además, nos dió muchos consejos de qué hacer, qué visitar y qué carreteras tomar para ir a nuestros destinos. Sin olvidar que nos regaló un paquete del café que él mismo produce ☺️. Para disfrutar más la experiencia de hospedarte en este espacio es recomendable que estés abierto a estar en contacto con la naturaleza y también a entender que es un Hotel que está comenzando. Por ejemplo, el último día encontramos una ranita en el baño y fue muy bonito e interesante verla, puesto que pudimos notar que se camuflajeaba y tomaba el color de las superficies con los que estaban en contacto. Buscamos la especie en Internet y es completamente inofensiva, lo cual fue muy bueno ver. Realmente una experiencia muy buena y muy recomendable para aquellos que buscan experiencias diferentes.
• Maarten (10/5): Unieke, bijzondere jungle ervaring! - Het is een unieke plek en een hele bijzondere beleving om hier te mogen verblijven. Het is alsof je in de kunstwerk mag gaan slapen. Je wordt warm ontvangen en het ontbijt en diner zijn goed verzorgd. Het slapen in een open boomhut is avontuurlijk! Als je midden in de nacht een vogel hoort voelt het alsof hij naast je bed staat. Andrés zorgt voor een welkom gevoel en kan je veel vertellen over de ideeen achter ikalar, de locatie en geeft tips voor activiteiten in de buurt. Onvermijdelijk in de jungle zijn de beestjes die bijten en steken. In de kamer zelf heb je er een stuk minder last van vanwege de netten.
• Peter (10/5): - Een plaats om effe weg te zijn van de drukte. Enkel de geluiden van de natuur. Prachtige boomhutten die alle comfort bieden. Men biedt een eenvoudig maar diner en lunch aan..
• Viola (10/5): le persone fanno la differenza, sempre - Andrés il gestore è la punta di diamante di questo posto incantato e surreale finché non ci entrate. quello che troverete arrivati lì non lo avete mai neanche immaginato e vi stupirà a prescindere dalle vostre aspettative. dormirete in mezzo alla giungla in una casetta sull'albero costruita solo con tronchi, bottiglie e malta bianca, circondata da uccellini che cantano, acqua che scorre.. così da potervi godere a pieno la natura di quei luoghi; ma non disperate amici comodoni o perfezionisti: Andrés ha pensato a tutto. internet veloce più che a casa mia, sala da bagno enorme, comoda e con tutto il necessario; camera 'wild' ma comodissima e ben disposta e con un punto panoramico raggiungibile tramite una scala di tronchi, ponticelli e passerelle sugli alberi. Comunque, aldilà di tutto questo, Andrés è la persona migliore che potrete incontrare e alla quale affidarvi per qualunque necessità: la sua disponibilità ci ha lasciato a bocca aperta.. e ogni mattina vi preparerà la colazione con la cura di vostra madre quando siete malati. un dispiacere doverlo salutare. vabbè avete capito che questo posto mi ha fatto innamorare, ma chiunque voi siate, qui potrete tornare alla vostra natura più libera senza preoccupazioni e sentirvi Comunque sempre a casa. p.s.: prendete un suv come auto a noleggio se alloggiate qui.
• Emily (10/5): A perfect reset and return to nature - We had the most amazing stay with Andrés and his team for 3 nights. Truly he could not have done more to make our stay special, including cooking us breakfast and dinner every day, some intense games of jenga, and even setting up a movie night with projector and popcorn to make our stay really special. We were able to use the bikes on the property to cycle the 30 minutes to chemuyil, a small nearby town. The protection in the rooms of mosquito nets, and the net around the bed meant we got bitten less than we did in a nearby coastal town! The water pressure was excellent and the bath was such a cool experience! Of course you will hear a lot of nature, so if you need complete silence to sleep, you will need ear plugs. For us it was very relaxing and we loved going to bed and waking up to the sounds of the wildlife. There are no solid walls in the property so if you want complete privacy, you will not get that. Again, for us that was part of the charm, as Andrés explained, it is on purpose to make you feel unlimited by the boundaries of walls, encouraging you to think outside the box. You are truly in the middle of the jungle, away from other people, which was a very welcomed pause in the stress of life. The grounds and rooms are so beautiful, and everything has intention and imagination. We loved hearing about the plans to further develop Ikalar and we can't wait to return and see what more magic will be there! Andrés was an incredible, kind, and experienced host, nothing was too much trouble and he truly went above and beyond for us. Thank you so much Ikalar! Until next time. 💕 Just be prepared that you will be using the bathroom with just a curtain dividing you from the rest of the room, make sure you reeeealllly like your roommate to share such intimacy! Bring good insect repellent, Andrés did a great job at protecting the rooms but if you spend time by the pool or outdoors, make sure you protect yourself. That being said, we got bitten less at Ikalar than we did in a town!
• Iglesias (10/5): Un retiro para el alma - Una experiencia única. La edificación gaudiana se entremezcla perfectamente con la naturaleza salvaje. Un lugar para recomendar 10/10. La comida magnífica y el personal encantador. Se preocuparon en todo momento por hacer nuestra estancia lo más cómoda posible. No haber planeado quedarme más días allí.
• Stefano (2/5): Trattati male perché non era stagione - Non ho messo 0 solo perchè il posto è fantastico. Partiamo con l’elenco: - preso camera con vasca e doccia peccato che l’acqua calda non c’era - Saul, il cameriere, parlava a stento. Sicuramente non una persona idonea per trattenere le persone. Oltretutto ha fatto anche da cuoco, malissssssssimo per quello che abbiamo pagato. - Arriviamo all’ hotel, fuori dal mondo, e non c’è una bibita se non birra e acqua, in camera neanche una bottiglietta. - Siamo stati costretti a comprare la cena in loco (non essendoci altro nei dintorni) che è costata 25€ compost da: 4 fette di formaggio con sopra un pomodoro, pasta al pesto con sopra (letteralmente) una fetta di pollo. Nessuna variante del menù, c’era solo questo. Senza contanti ma con solo carta abbiamo anche dovuto pagare la tassa - Piscina impraticabile, piena di foglie e con acqua verde - Sauna e bagno turco inagibili perché in via di ristrutturazione - Mirador pericolosissimo perchè per arrivare devi fare 6-7 metri su una scala in legno verticale, se cadi muori - Wi-Fi nella camera non andava, eppure era la deluxe Insomma, tutto molto bello ma per quello che abbiamo pagato forse un po’ troppe cose in meno rispetto a quelle che venivano offerte su booking. Abbiamo fatto presente all’hotel i nostri disagi che si è tranquillamente intascato i soldi e tanti saluti.
• caroline (10/5): Une nuit de déconnection totale - Un lieu magique au milieu de nulle part. Une déco façon Gaudi hallucinante. Un personnel adorable qui nous a préparé un repas simple mais délicieux. On est coupé du monde pendant 24h avec comme seule compagnie, le bruit des oiseaux Rien! Il faut juste savoir qu’étant au milieu de la jungle, il n’y a rien à faire. Ils prêtent des vélos et il y a une petite piscine.
• Mandy (10/5): Perfect - I loved everything about this place. Peaceful quite very relaxing and very nice owners and staff.
• Lewana (6/5): Location is wrong, it’s 15 km away from town; disgusting dinner and breakfast; beautiful views - It’s very uniquely designed and in the middle of nowhere; there is a rooftop on one of the tree houses which overlooks the tree line, great for bird watching; the pool is quite big; bed had a mosquito net of some sort so we didn’t get a single bite while in the jungle The location on booking.com is extremely wrong, it’s NOT 1.5km from Akumal it’s 14.5km, which makes it isolated and not attainable to get into town; the staff only speaks Spanish which for one us was fine, but could make it difficult for others; they serve you dinner upon request which they charge you a ridiculous amount for (500 pesos/US$25 per person), they served us pasta with pesto and pieces of fish, which was not even good (not surprising); I might book again for one night and would bring my own sandwiches, because the location really is unique, but wouldn’t recommend for two nights.
• Amanda (8/5): House in the tree - Very nice experience ! It's fun and we slept well It's a little far and the road is difficult. There is some insect, it's not for people who is scared of it. we saw a scorpion in the room.
• Iborra (10/5): Exceptional - I loved being able to disconnect and relax in nature in such an incredibly beautiful place. If you love nature and are looking for a place to disconnect while staying close to amenities, stunning cenotes, and the beach, you have to visit! The service here is incredible too, I felt at home from the moment we arrived. The rooms are spotless and very clean. There are no solid walls, allowing you to fully enjoy the fresh air and the sounds of the jungle sounds. Also, there are mosquito nets covering the open walls and the bed, ensuring a comfortable stay with no mosquitos. This place is truly magical! If you're hesitating—don’t! Visit Ikalar, you won’t regret it. A huge thank you to Andrés and the Ikalar team! you’ve created a true paradise in the jungle. Thank you for making our experience so special and for making us feel at home away from home! 💚 Nothing.
• Alan (10/5): Stunning - What an experience ! We loved this unusual quirky hotel. Like living in an art installation. All very Gaudi inspired. As others have said the approach road isn’t the best . We didn’t have a car so arranged for the hotel to collect us from our previous hotel in Tulum beach for a very reasonable fare, Tulum based taxi fares are astronomical so we weren’t going to use one of those. Comfortable beds, hot showers , peace and quiet. No English spoken unless the owner is there but with google translate, not a problem. We didn’t leave the property for 2 days, ate there and relaxed by the pool . We did take our own wine though which we kept in the kitchen fridge. Definitely a highlight in our trip to Mexico
• Letmar (9/5): A truly unique and impactful development embedded in the selva! - A truly unique and impactful development embedded in the selva! Although the pictures look fairly impressive (online and ours) they really don’t do this place any justice. It needs to be seen in person!!! The attention to detail is simply fantastic - this is clearly a passion project. The grounds as well as the tree houses were immaculately presented - job well done! Despite being tree houses… the water pressure is excellent, there is plenty of hot water and even satellite internet, which was a welcome surprise. We stayed in the Deluxe Queen Suite, the room and particularly the bathroom must be seen. This tree house also comes with two additional viewing platforms above - which were an amazing surprise and gave a great purpose to our new GoPro. Due to the open nature of the development (mesh/no glazed windows anywhere) there is little privacy. We felt the food and drink offering was a touch highly priced - certainly considering other similar properties in the area. Reviewing this would certainly increase revenue - we would have preferred to buy drinks at slightly lower prices at the property rather than making a beer run into town each day. Finally, giving the rooms a daily once over would make a huge difference to guest experience for little investment and/or time. Overall, we will recommend this place to everyone we know and look forward to returning in future ourselves!
• Chris (1/5): Never again. - Architecture is interesting. I sent customer service feedback about this property that is nothing like you advertise. facilities you advertise that do not exist. Kitten that poo and urinate in the breakfast room under our chair, on a cushion meant for guests that was brought to the kitchen for the kitten. No chairs to sit on just cushions asked for chairs told they did not have. Room was never entered once, not even to empty the bins.. no coffee tea facilities as advertised. no separate bedroom living room dining area that was advertised for our room description. staff communicated via google translate on their phone. Restaurant is a kitchen with sub standard food just water no option to buy a drink.
• Patricia (10/5): Can’t wait for our next stay! - Absolutely loved everything from start to finish. Extremely secluded and perfect for a relaxing vacation. Everything was perfect!
• Fernanda (10/5): Exceptional - This is an incredible and unique experience. The treehouses and nicely crafted, cozy and clean. Beds are comfortabl, water from the shower is warm and with good pressure. Overall, the facilities are beautiful. The treehouse 1 has a bonus observation tower which you can climb at your own risk, and was beautiful to do stargazing and watch the sunrise, as you have a 360 view of the jungle. We had little time there and ended up not having the breakfast in the morning. The owner prepared a simple, yet delicious dinner for us for 400 mxn each, including salad, main dish and dessert. Would recommend to those that appreciate unique accommodation experiences ir just want to relax surrounded by nature. The jungle sounds in the evening are beautiful. In Ikalar, all was great, nothing I would complain. Just be prepared to be outside a town, meaning that there is nothing really nearby and the roads can be bumby.
• Lucie (7/5): Exotic place in the middle of the jungle - The place is very original: in the trees and in the middle of the jungle. There is no air conditioning but there was a fan above the bed which helped. You have the possibility to eat dinner for 500 pesos. It’s not that far from Tulum: 30 minutes driving, you absolutely need a car to get there. Our room lacked a sofa to sit comfortably. Be aware that the place is quite isolated, you need to drive 10 minutes on a bumpy place to get there. Because it’s located in the middle of the jungle it’s a bit dark with all the trees.
• Felipe (4/5): Good price for experiencing if you have a good rental car. - Nature Nature property needs more work. Staff insufficient. Location very poor.
• Suheng (9/5): Superb - It was the most unique accommodation we have stayed in. Remote and quiet, we were immersed in natural habitat. The dinners prepared by the host were delicious. The capacity of hot water supply was inadequate, it was not enough to fill up the bathtub or two hot showers in a row.
• James (7/5): Good -
• Petra (10/5): Most beautiful place on earth - Ikalar is so beautiful and extraordinary that words cannot describe it. I have never seen something like this before on planet earth. Everything was built with so much love, beauty, phantasy and in perfect harmony with nature and the cosmos. Thank you Andres for being a role model how creativity could flow into architecture. We enjoyed our stay so much and felt so welcome and were treated not just as guests, but as friends. All our wishes were immediately taken care of. We hope to be at Ikalar soon again. In deep gratitude Petra and Canan Nothing, everything was perfect
• Tabitha (10/5): AMAz - The breakfast was really great and nicely presented
• Christopher (10/5): Exceptional -
• Lucy (10/5): The most magical experience. - We have just had the most fantastic stay. Andres was such an accommodating host and the property itself is magical. The bed was very comfy and the room and bathroom so totally unique. We had two dinners and two breakfasts and each meal was delicious. I couldn’t recommend staying at Ikalar enough. Nothing.
• Nadia (9/5): Wonderfull expérience ! - Incredible place ! A jungle experience that I never forget ! Thank you Lalo ! Nothing
• Virginia (10/5): This was the most wonderful vacation I have had in a while. I cannot wait to go back. - The property is very special. It was remote but they are so accommodating we spend more time here then we did traveling around. The hosts were amazing. They were incredibly friendly and really want you to be incredibly comfortable. I cannot wait to go back. They treat you like family and we now have new friends for life. It’s really far out there which wasn’t a problem but you do need a car.
• Martin (10/5): Exceptional -

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