A Look Inside Aldea Bamboo – An Eco Glamping Retreat in San Pancho

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As a lover of earth-friendly businesses, I’m always stoked to discover hotels and lodges with a sustainable thumb! 

Whenever I travel, I look for eco-friendly accommodations first. So, you can imagine my delight when I found Aldea Bamboo (Bamboo Village) — an ecological glamping and healing retreat center tucked away in San Pancho, Nayarit, Mexico!

San Pancho was our home for over two years, yet we’re still uncovering new hidden gems. Aldea Bamboo is one such gem that’s well worth discovering! 

We spent one night in a private ecological cabin in the jungle where we could wake up slowly, shower outside amid the lush tropical landscape, and cozy up inside our bamboo cabana with a good book!

If you’re staying in San Pancho and want sustainable accommodation that offers both privacy and quick access to the beach, Aldea Bamboo might just be the place you’re searching for.

Here’s my guide and honest review of staying overnight at Aldea Bamboo in San Pancho!

Aldea Bamboo – The Concept

Aldea Bamboo is the passion project of Jaime, the owner, architect, and healer, who lives full-time in his own eco-cabin on-site. 

The idea behind Aldea Bamboo was to not only lay down roots in the charming pueblo of San Pancho but to bring together his passions for design, ecological solutions, and healing.

Jaime welcomes all to come and enjoy nature in the jungle at its best, where sunshine seeps through the palm fronds and birds and squirrels scamper about in the treetops.

Here, you can rejuvenate your mind and body, wake up slow with a healthy, homemade smoothie bowl, and relax in the outdoor shower as the warm water washes away your worries.

If life seems busy and hectic, Aldea Bamboo’s purposeful design aims to slow things down.

Most of all, Aldea Bamboo is a place to escape to — a sustainable retreat that is tucked away in the jungle yet gives you quick access to the beach or downtown. It’s conveniently secluded, so it’s not miles away from the beach, vibrant life, and delicious restaurants in San Pancho, yet it’s private enough to feel like you’re on an exclusive retreat.

The Eco Cabins

There are currently 3 eco cabanas at Aldea Bamboo, all of which are designed with sustainability and minimalism in mind. 

Each cabin is built with natural bamboo and wood finishes, elevated off the jungle ground (so as not to disturb local fauna and flora), and features compost toilets and biodegradable soaps.

Cabins 1 & 2

We stayed in Cabin 1, which was built in a unique hexagonal shape! Because of this, Jaime was able to design three corners: one for the kitchenette, one for the bathroom, and one for the closet — all of which are behind closed bamboo doors. Cabin 2 is almost a mirror image.

When we entered our cabana, the natural light from the sunroof gently illuminated the room and its furnishings. An inviting queen-sized bed with a mosquito net sits front and center. 

A large table for two and a stylish couch line the walls, and small decorations, like the hanging dreamcatcher, wall painting, and colorful Mexican fresh water dispenser, bring the room to life.

There’s also a wrap-around deck with a table for dining or work and lounge chairs peering off into the jungle canopy, all making for a great spot to enjoy your surroundings.

Of special mention is the jungly outdoor shower, which adds to the wild and lush atmosphere at Aldea Bamboo. You’ll find biodegradable shampoo, soap, and conditioner to use as the water from the shower goes back into the earth via a grease trap filtration system. Outdoor lights illuminate the walking path at night and inside the shower (in case you dare shower at night!) 😉

Cabin 3

Although we didn’t stay overnight in Cabin 3, we did get a sneak peek of it! It’s newer and more spacious than Cabins 1 and 2 but encompasses the same eco and minimalist vibe. 

Cabin 3 is at the back of Aldea Bamboo on higher ground. So there are more steps, but there is also more sunlight, as it’s not so tucked away under the jungle canopy.

The room is also brighter, with glass windowpanes and bamboo doors that let the light flow in. The shower facility has also been constructed with a new look and feel, with lovely turquoise rock tiling. We had the option to stay here, but we were just as happy with our cozy Cabin 1, closer to the entrance.

Of course, all of the cabins have everything you need to stay comfortably. There are wall outlets, cozy lights, bathroom towels, beach towels and umbrellas, spare blankets, soap, shampoo and conditioner, and lotion. Even better, the kitchenette is fully equipped to make your own meals!

Check room prices for Aldea Bamboo here.

The Vibe

After several rejuvenating moments of reading under the skylight and walking the jungle grounds barefoot, I realized the vibe at Aldea Bamboo is one of “replenishing.” I felt replenished staying here!

As I mentioned, Jaime is a healer and architect, and he designed Aldea Bamboo with these two mindsets. The atmosphere is calm and quiet. Silent hours are appreciated in the mornings and at night, as the idea is to relax and be at peace here. (It’s not the place to turn up loud music!)

Aldea Bamboo is also an ideal eco-friendly accommodation for solo travelers escaping to the jungle or for couples wanting a secluded getaway by the beach.

Speaking of the beach, Aldea Bamboo Village is located on the jungle road in San Pancho. It’s just a 2-minute walk from the cabin to the far side of San Pancho beach. It’s a lovely section of the beach with colorful shorefront villas and mountainside rocks.

Likewise, it takes around 15-20 minutes to walk to downtown. It’s not far and the walk is quite nice! There’s also parking spots for each cabin, in case you have your own vehicle.

Aldea Bamboo really brought together elements of convenience (fast wifi, town services, etc.) with the seclusion and privacy of the jungle!

Favorite Features

I love glamping! And Aldea Bamboo seems to do it just right. 

If you’re unfamiliar with glamping, it’s similar to camping — getting up close to nature — while still enjoying the comforts of having a brick-and-mortar room. Think camping with plush pillows and hot showers! 🙂

Cabins 1 and 2 truly set you up for a perfect night! The bed is super comfortable and inviting. Plus, the sound of waves crashing on the shore will have you drifting to sleep! (At least it did me!) 

Beyond the living/bedroom space, the kitchenette and bathroom were also beautifully designed. It boasts cute rustic sinks, mini appliances, and all the nuts and bolts one needs to cook and wash up. Plus, I love the cozy vibes that the warm lights bring to the cabana at night.

Breakfast in the morning is placed on an indoor/outdoor “breakfast shelf” in the kitchenettes. It consists of a homemade smoothie bowl in a glass Tupperware with granola, raisins, dates, and shredded coconut. It’s delicious and the perfect pick-me-up for a fresh morning in the jungle!

The Future of Aldea Bamboo in San Pancho

What does the future hold for Aldea Bamboo? 

They currently have three eco cabanas, but there are plans in the works to build at least 2-3 more in the future. As a professional healer, Jaime also wishes to incorporate his healing practice into Aldea Bamboo. 

He hopes to turn it into an entire retreat center where people can come to rejuvenate and heal. He previously held sessions in his own home at Aldea Bamboo, but he quickly saw the need to build a separate space just for his healing practice.

Staying at Aldea Bamboo is a must for those searching for eco-friendly accommodation in San Pancho. We hope to go back one day and I would love to see Aldea Bamboo take its shape as a jungle retreat center!

Would you go glamping at Aldea Bamboo in San Pancho? Drop your thoughts and questions for me below!

 

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A special thanks to Aldea Bamboo for sponsoring and hosting me to experience the hotel overnight. As always, all opinions expressed here are my own.

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