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It’s true: parts of Belize are getting touristy. But San Ignacio remains rustic, making it a great base for budget-friendly tropical adventure travel. Canoe on the Macal River, or walk to Mayan ruins at Cahal Pec (just be warned: it's uphill).
Restaurants in San Ignacio
1. The Lodge At Chaa Creek
Overall Ratings
5 based on 1867 reviews
Our guests say they appreciate Chaa Creek’s eco-friendly blend of pristine nature and a casually luxurious built environment, and enjoy the flexibility and choice we offer in accommodations, amenities, meals, tours and expeditions. Our wide range of accommodations allow guests to select lodgings that range from the rustic charm of the Macal River Camp to the unparalleled luxury of the new Ix Chel Luxury Rainforest Villas, whose stunning views, private Jacuzzis, plunge pools and amenities such as the attention of a personal butler have set new standards for excellence in a pristine natural environment. In addition, our infrastructure and nationwide network of colleagues enable us to offer a range of comprehensive, hassle-free tours and all-inclusive Belize vacation packages that cater to all ages, interests and levels of fitness. For example, our close relationships with premier Belizean reef and island resorts at Ambergris Caye, Placencia and other Caribbean vacation spots allow us
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Reviewed By chadwick566Very friendly, well-organized, and efficient. And beautifully grounds within a beautiful setting with a rich array of bird life and other fauna. It's difficult to think of how a stay at Chaa Creek Lodge might be improved.
2. San Ignacio Resort Hotel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1611 reviews
Established in 1976, San Ignacio Resort Hotel is a Belizean and family-owned boutique Hotel located in the Cayo District, Western Belize. The Resort is centrally situated on a 17-acre private estate and 5-minutes away of the popular San Ignacio Town—an area that features a variety of cultural, adventurous, and culinary experiences. This characteristic has dubbed the Resort as “the only jungle in town”. The 27-room Resort is renowned for its hospitality services and features the award-winning Running W Restaurant (which showcases meats from the family’s ranch), an on-site tour company (Cayo Gial Tours), in-room wellness treatments, an outdoor swimming pool and tennis court area, the largest event facilities in the District, and the #1 Activity in San Ignacio, the Green Iguana Conservation Project. San Ignacio Resort Hotel has been the recipient of numerous awards including “Hotel of the Year” (2016, 2012), “Restaurant of the Year” (2016), and “Hospitality Award” (2015) from the Belize Tourism Board.
Relaxing, beautiful hotel with great dining
Reviewed By tinkunakamaMy 15 year old daughter and I spent 4 nights here. The room was comfortable, with very good A/C, comfortable beds and clean, spacious bathroom. We ate several meals here, although we'd intended to do more in-town restaurant exploring than we did, because the hotel restaurant was so convenient and delicious. the pool was beautiful and felt great after tours in the heat and humidity. The Green Iguana Project was also worth a visit. The employees were all very courteous and helpful. We booked several excursions through the hotel and although they were slightly more expensive than I could have gotten elsewhere, the tours and guides were exceptional! We especially enjoyed Cruz and Jason - so thorough, knowledgeable, and personable. I could tell I was getting a better experience than other tours around us. I would stay here again and book with Cruz and Jason, for sure.
3. Crystal Paradise Resort
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 381 reviews
Come join us at Crystal Paradise located in the lush jungle alongside the beautiful Macal River; a secluded Belize resort only 3.5 miles south of San Ignacio town or 2 hrs drive from the Belize Int'l Airport. Each cabana designed and hand built by the Tut family, offering comfortable accommodations for couples, friends, and families in search of a unique Belize Vacation and Adventure. Centrally located with easy access to the most visited sites in Belize, from the famous Maya Site of Caracol, to the mysterious cave of Actun Tunichil Muknal, also join us for a peaceful canoeing down the Macal river, a horse-back ride over the hills leading to a swimming hole or one of our many tours in Belize. Enjoy viewing the toucans by the deck as you savor some delicious Belizean Cuisine served daily and prepared by the Tut Sisters with fresh vegetables from our Farmers market. Our Belizean family runs this eco-lodge as a team. We offer daily tours to Belize Maya ruins, Caves, waterfalls and more. The Tut brothers are your in-house Naturalists and are ready to share our knowledge of the area. Send us a whatsapps at 011 501 610 5593
Excellent stay with great accommodations, food, and service!
Reviewed By Alyssa PThe resort is wonderful! The room was clean and had a great fan and AC. The resort itself was beautiful and unique. We are not birders but loved seeing the Toucan and Parrot on the property (only place in the country we saw any!). The property is stunning. Very safe place to stay. The homemade food prepared for us was delicious! Some of our favorite meals were here. The family was kind and went above and beyond to meet all of our needs including our accommodations, food, drinks, transportation, and arranging COVID tests prior to leaving. I would highly recommend staying here and I would happily come back!
4. Ka'ana Resort
Overall Ratings
5 based on 1220 reviews
Ka'ana Resort is Belize's first Small Luxury Hotel of the World. True to its Mayan name 'Ka'ana' meaning, 'heavenly place,' this delightful resort, set in tropical gardens, offers exceptional accommodation in charming cottages with fine dining, superb service and easy access to ancient Mayan sites and numerous thrilling activities. Enjoy the best of Belize - its people, its food, and its attractions at a world class resort.
Failed to live up to its price
Reviewed By drbackpainMinus 1 star for mediocre onsite restaurant. Waitstaffs and open air restaurant vibe were excellent but food was bland and uninteresting. I had a dinner & 3 breakfasts there. I repeated the breakfast meals only because it was included, & I was able to pre-order the day before. Pre-ordering really help since it takes 30-45 minutes to get your food otherwise. We had ordered 3 steak and egg for the 1st breakfast and only the eggs were edible. All 3 steaks were chewy-rubbery and had almost a rancid taste. Needless to say, none of us ate the steaks after the first 2 bites. We stayed with the safer choice of oatmeal and the stuff fry jacks after that. Portions were generous but we wasted food because nothing was especially tasty. Minus the 2nd star because the property did not live up to its expensive rate with direct booking. I was charged $2731 USD for 3 nights & 2 casitas. The rooms were basic and did not look like the website pictures. One safe did not work & the 2nd safe ran out of battery the 2nd day, requiring me to wait in the room while handyman replace the batteries. There were tiny little white bugs around the counter above the mini-refrigerator. I did not put my items on counter space or touching walls to avoid transporting any unwanted passengers. I did not report the buggy issue since bugs are to be expected in a tropical clime and there were only about 5 dozen bugs scurrying about. The water pressure was low and tepid for the outdoor tub and shower. It was not relaxing to soak in a tub of lukewarm water while trying to commune with nature. Thank goodness the indoor shower only has the low pressure issue. Some of the pool loungers are stained & has rips with the stuffing visible. The pool was tiny and the water was cloudy, hopefully from over-chlorination and nothing else. Cleaning staff was awesome & the room was cleaned twice a day. I drove 5 min to the Rumor Resort next door and gave them a bag of 25 articles for washing at 2PM & requested a 6PM pickup. They were glad to do it for $10USD. I did not even enquired at Ka'ana since I had read in a review that the resort charges $3-5 USD per piece. This brings me to my next point. You need a car when staying at Ka'ana otherwise you are at their mercy regarding food and laundry. It is outside of San Ignacio. Luckily, it is very simple to drive in Belize. You only have a handful of highways that are 1 way in each direction, making navigation around the country simple. There are very few cars on the road since gas is about $6.5/G and minimum wage is $1.65/h. There are frequent speed humps so you can't race anywhere.Going above 10mph over the higher speed bumps will launch you with a rather jarring landing. Even driving on unpaved roads to the San Ignacio garden, to meet up with our guide at the ATM, or to the Coxcomb Jaguar Preserve were not problematic in the 4 wheel drive. I think a teen with a learner permit can handle these roads. I am not an adventurous driver & would not attempt to drive in Bangkok or would only reluctantly drive in NYC. Don't expect luxury at Ka'anna. It was a poor choice but Cha Creek was sold out when I booked 1 month in advance. Luckily, my 2 other bookings for San Pedro & Hopkins were less expensive but were 5/5.
5. Cahal Pech Village Resort
Overall Ratings
4 based on 854 reviews
Cahal Pech Village Resort is located in the heart of the Mayan world, San Ignacio, Cayo District, Belize. We offer professionally guided tours of local and other Mayan ruins in English and Spanish, as well as access to Mayan Healing, Culture and Art. We also offer Eco-tours, Jungle Adventure, Horseback Riding, Reef Diving and more. Relax at our Pool, or see Belize’s Beaches and Caves, Waterfalls, Sink Holes and Zoo.
what makes Cahal Pech special is the people
Reviewed By elizabeth bIt's easy to see that Cahal Pech Village Resort has the best views of San Ignacio, perhaps the best grounds (the pools!), and I would argue the best drinks in town. But what makes Cahal Pech really special is the people. Every single person who works at the resort: from the front desk, to the restaurant, to the bar, and on all of the tours, went above and beyond to make us feel special, and to welcome us to Belize. I recommend Cahal Pech and would definitely stay again. We stayed in one of the cabanas and enjoyed the privacy and servicing of the room every day. The A/C was comfortable in the extreme heat. The porch with the hammock was especially relaxing! It is really unique to be able to experience small group tours with knowledgeable and friendly tour guides. I can't recommend Derek (Caracol / Waterfall Tour) and Basilio (ATM Tour) any more- they were both amazing! It is a nice walk into town to try other bars and restaurants, as well as the market (15 or so minutes). I definitely encourage taking a taxi back- it is worth the small fare. It's also worth checking out the Cahal Pach Ruins which are right next door. We love Cahal Pech & hope you enjoy your stay as much as we did!
6. Cassia Hill Resort Belize
Overall Ratings
4 based on 405 reviews
Jungle Rivers, Maya Temples, Gentle Mountain Breezes, Tropical Gardens, Swimming under the Stars, Caribbean Dining & Libations...Service Extraordinaire! Located in the foothills of the Maya Mountains, the most diverse and beautiful area of Belize, Cassia Hill Resort provides all the modern conveniences in a lush tropical setting and just minutes away from the archaeological sites and other popular attractions in San Ignacio, including Tikal Maya Temple City in Guatemala. Come and feel what it's like to be Perfectly Natural!
Want stress and tears? Cassia Hill is the resort for you!
Reviewed By 831siobhanfWe booked a stay at Cassia Hills Resort March 2022. We read the positive reviews and expected our stay to be wonderful instead of stressful and tearful. Here are some of the lowlights. We pre-arranged a taxi through Cassia Hills to pick us up at the San Ignacio Town Airstrip – 4 miles away. The driver charged $100 USD and demanded payment in cash. Cassia Hills receptionists AND co-owner confirmed the cost. Multiple local taxi drivers said the standard charge is $15 USD. About an hour after check-in, we learned that the restaurant was closing and not opening until Friday at noon. They didn’t tell us that we were the ONLY people at the resort when we checked in. We were charged full price. The only refreshment/food available to us was the water at our room and that was not even enough. We had to buy more water in town, which required a walk to reception, waiting 20 minutes for a taxi to arrive, and then taking a 10-minute drive into town. We paid for a resort but where were the amenities? We didn’t get breakfast for the tour they set up for us at 8am in the morning. We spoke with the receptionist and the co-owner multiple times. They did nothing for us. If you face horrors like this in Belize, contact the Belize Tourism Board immediately.
7. Rumors Resort
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 303 reviews
Rumors Resort Hotel is a proud Belizean family-owned and operated hotel Conveniently situated just 2 1/2 miles from San Ignacio Town. Elegantly perched on a hilltop, we offer a fresh/windy ambiance with impressive panoramic views. We cater to travelers seeking a tranquil getaway from the buzz of town in an eco-retreat setting while keeping well within easy access to town's conveniences. Situated near all major attractions in the Cayo District, we're the ideal outpost for the adventure traveler seeking to experience the best of Belize's cultural, historical and eco-adventure attractions.
Spotlessly clean
Reviewed By Sharon WWe chose Rumors because of its location, and discovered that if we booked directly with them that we could book for 50% off. Spotless rooms and grounds, excellent, well-priced food (you can choose to eat poolside, in the restaurant, or on the veranda overlooking gorgeous mountain ranges) and a staff that was friendly & courteous. They are a green facility, and you need to let them know when you need new towels, etc. You need to book your breakfast ahead of time, but other meals were available any time you were hungry. This family run small business is a gem., and we will definitely stay there again.
8. Midas Belize
Overall Ratings
4 based on 787 reviews
Midas Belize is on a 30 acre private reserve in San Ignacio Town with the Macal River bordering the property. The wildlife entails of Iguanas Otters, Gibnats, wildcats, over 50 species of Birds Toucans, Quetzal, Hummingbird and local farm life and so much more. 5 minute walk from the Farmers Market in San Ignacio. swimming pool 50x40ft. lt is open from 11am to 11pm 7 days a week. Breakfast lunch and dinner served from 7am to 9pm. Choice of rooms Cottage, Cabana for couples or friends King Deluxe for the romantics Deluxe set up as a hotel complex Junior Suite for that additional space Family Cottage 4 to 8 persons Casita Verde 2 bedroom house Casa de Cahal Pech 3 bedroom luxury house, Spare Room who don't mind sharing a bathroom. All our rooms have Air Conditioning, Fridgerator, Safe, Cable TV, Fans and Keyless Entry, on site Tours are also offered the famous Actun Tunchil Muknal, Mountain Pine Ridge, Cave Tubing, Horseback Riding and also our Neighbour Mayan Temple Tikal or trail on our Nature Reserve
Take care of booking here
Reviewed By GoPlaces715207The place is more tired than it appears online. Cleanliness and upkeep are sloppy, e.g. the previous guests' used soap still in the shower and window screens that don't fit properly. The round huts are very warm, so you can't get away with not using the A/C, which is very loud. The location is good (quiet, on the edge of town but walking distance to restaurants) and the pool is very welcome. The safe in our cabana didn't work, and unfortunately when our penknife went missing, the hotel didn't acknowledge any fault in the fact we couldn't keep our valuables safely locked up.
9. Mahogany Hall Boutique Resort
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 186 reviews
Air Conditioning. The newly open Mahogany Hall Boutique Resort, which has 8 fully equipped AIR CONDITIONED rooms in a colonial style mansion, nestled on the banks of the mighty Mopan River in the beautiful village of Bullet Tree Falls near the town of San Ignacio in Belize Central America. Mahogany Hall Boutique Resort features an exquisite romantic old world style accommodation reminiscent of days gone past, yet with all the comforts, class, and services of modern life. -Luxurious 8 room colonial style mansion..-Breathtaking spot on banks of the Mopan River...-Bird watching, and Nature walks...-Unsurpassed level of service... 24 hour onsite management/front desk -Gateway for jungle & Mayan adventures…-Romantic getaways and Retreats...Tarzan has nothing on us!
Steep Steps!!
Reviewed By MaryEDanCThe property was beautiful and on the river as advertised. The staff was great. The rooms were beautiful. I choose our room because they advertised a hot tub. It was a jacuzzi tub! Big difference! The big negative for me was the stairs to the 2nd and third floor. In Belize the rise in the steps can be very high. This was close to 12 inches. Climbing stairs is a challange for me at that height, and we were on the 3rd floor. Please consider this when choosing this hotel. They do offer breakfast, lunch and dinner and the meals were very good. They are very accomodating! It was a quiet place.
10. The Log Cab-Inn
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 61 reviews
A Family owned and operated facility for that personal touch that makes all the difference. We are a family who has lived in the Cayo area for three generations. Enjoy conversing with our guests about our background and exchanging stories about Belize.
Great Time Spent at the pool! Great Customer Service
Reviewed By 149juliohCame by the pool after a long day of work to swim, even though we arrived a little late the bartender was very accommodating in ensuring themst we got something to eat and drink even though it was late. The pool was great and so were the food, drinks and customer service. I could not recommend the Log Cab Inn wheather it be for locals or Tourists more! Thank you!
