Bacalar, Mexico

Azul Nomeolvides

Accommodation Type

Secluded eco-retreat

Number of Rooms

6 elevated cabins

Location

Bacalar, Quintana Roo, Mexico

Setting

A secluded lakeside retreat set between the Mayan jungle and the shifting blue waters of Laguna Bacalar

Who It Is Best For

Couples, honeymooners, creatives, slow travelers, and sustainability-minded guests seeking privacy, serenity, and reconnection. Children over 13 are welcome. No pets.

Travel Mood

The Seeker, The Dreamer

Main Activities

Lagoon swimming, kayaking, nature observation, slow living, cultural excursions to Mayan sites

Signature Feature

A fully off-grid, bioclimatic design that blends architecture, sustainability, and barefoot luxury on Bacalar’s lagoon

Azul Nomeolvides

A secluded eco-retreat in Bacalar

Azul Nomeolvides unfolds quietly along the shores of Bacalar’s luminous lagoon, where jungle, water, and light exist in near-perfect balance. More than a place to stay, it is an invitation to slow down, disconnect from excess, and re-engage with the rhythms of nature. Here, time stretches gently, guided by the movement of the water and the hush of the surrounding forest.

Overview

Set at the edge of Bacalar’s famed Laguna de los Siete Colores, Azul Nomeolvides occupies a privileged position that feels both immersed and protected. The retreat sits just outside the town, close enough to explore its cultural life while remaining enveloped by jungle and silence. From the elevated cabins, guests look out across ever-shifting shades of blue, framed by dense tropical vegetation and open sky.

The property is the vision of architect Samantha Calzada and photographer Bernardo Buendía, who conceived Azul Nomeolvides as both a home and a sanctuary. Six A-frame cabins rise on stilts, designed according to bioclimatic principles that prioritize natural ventilation, minimal land disturbance, and sensory connection to place. Materials are locally sourced, forms are simple, and interiors are intentionally restrained, allowing nature to remain the central presence.

Sustainability is not an added feature but the foundation of the experience. Azul Nomeolvides operates completely off-grid, generating its own electricity, recycling wastewater, and using only biodegradable products. The architecture preserves nearly all of the land in its natural state, creating biological corridors and maintaining the integrity of the ecosystem. Guests are gently encouraged to unplug, with limited Wi-Fi and an atmosphere designed for presence rather than productivity.

Days unfold slowly, shaped by lagoon swims, quiet moments in hammocks, and excursions to nearby Mayan archaeological sites and artisan workshops. Evenings settle into stillness as light fades over the water and the jungle hums softly in the background. Azul Nomeolvides offers a form of luxury defined not by excess, but by intention, care, and a deep respect for the land that sustains it.

Photography courtesy of Azul Nomeolvides.

Samantha Calzada and Bernardo Buendía Bosch, Co-Owners

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“Azul Nomeolvides is more than just a place to stay—it is an experience. We invite guests to slow down, disconnect from the fast-paced world, and embrace the rhythm of nature to reconnect with themselves, and their loved ones.”

— Samantha Calzada and Bernardo Buendía Bosch, Co-Owners

Tips & Recommendations

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Nearest Airport

Chetumal International Airport (CTM) is the closest gateway, about 40 minutes by car. Cancún International Airport (CUN) is four hours away and offers wider international connections.

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Getting There

Private transfer or rental car is the best way to arrive. The drive from Chetumal passes through quiet jungle roads before opening to the turquoise waters of Bacalar.

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Best Time to Visit

Bacalar is enchanting year-round. Dry season from November to April offers sunny skies and calm waters. May to October brings lush greenery, afternoon rains, and fewer crowds.

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What to Bring

Light, breathable clothing, swimwear, sandals for the lagoon, biodegradable sunscreen, and a journal for moments of reflection.

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Off-Grid Etiquette

This is a low impact stay by design. Expect limited Wi-Fi in shared areas, fewer high power conveniences, and a slower pace that rewards attention. Arrive ready to unplug, and you will feel the place open up around you.