The best available hotels & places to stay near Belmopan

August 11, 2022 Leonardo Torrence

Smaller and more intimate than popular resort areas such as San Ignacio and Belize City, the modest capital of Belmopan is nonetheless a vibrant city surrounded by stunning scenery and wildlife. Next to the bustling Market Square, Independence Plaza is home to the prime minister's offices, various pedestrian pathways and the National Assembly Building, designed to resemble a Mayan temple. Outside the city lay the spectacular Guancaste Park as well as the astonishing Hummingbird Highway.
Restaurants in Belmopan

1. Sleeping Giant Rainforest Lodge

Mile 36 Hummingbird Highway, Belmopan Belize 1 (888) 822-2448
Excellent
90%
Good
8%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 1090 reviews

Sleeping Giant Rainforest Lodge

A Pristine Paradise in the Mayan Heartland. From the moment you step out of our vans or check in at the front desk, you are guided seamlessly through the full jungle lodge experience. From beautiful accommodations to meals, entertainment, cultural immersion, guided tours and more, there is no lovelier way to relax and escape from the modern world. Our award-winning resort features 31 spacious rooms, complete with handcrafted wooden furnishings, comforting earthy colors and sophisticated contemporary touches. Decked out with espresso machines and soaking pools, air conditioning and an unplugged environment, it's impossible to find a more refined or relaxing atmosphere. Offering amenities such as in-room massages and riverside dinners to sprawling citrus orchards and our mountain gazebo, we treat you to an immersive and soul-satisfying experience that leaves you refreshed, revitalized and ready to face your next adventure. When you stay here, you're part of that too.

Great jungle lodge.

Reviewed By MacKenzie32

My family and I stayed here for three nights and had a great time. Just as a heads up, tis lodge is a out 25-30 min from Belmopan. It is a bit secluded and doesn't have other restaurants or stores around. There were two downfalls. 1) The bugs. We were warned and prepared for the bugs, but they are seriously everywhere. We stayed in the River House and somehow bugs managed to get into the house, bathrooms and a few snuck into bed. There is really nothing to be done about the bugs because we were in the rain forest. No stars were taken off because of our visitors. 2) The menu at the restaurant was limited. Each meal had around four to five options, but nothing sounded amazing. Many people have said this restaurant is the best in Belize, but we would disagree. The food was ok. The prices were RIDICULOUS. Here are the positive things about Sleeping Giant: 1) the customer service is amazing. We stayed at the sister resort in Hopkins (Jaguar Reef) and Sleeping Giant has got the customer service down pat. They help with luggage, give you a tour of the grounds and your room. Anything we needed, which wasn't much because most things had already been thought of, they made it happen. Every detail was covered. Umbrellas near the front door, towels at the pool, they called us by name and remembered things about us. 2) the grounds are amazing. I don't know how they do it, but the grounds crew works tirelessly to keep things trimmed and picked up and growing. My kids especially appreciated the ducks, ducklings, bunnies, chickens and turtles. 3) the excursions were great. We did St. Herman's cave and horseback riding. David, our driver answered all of our questions on the way to Herman's Cave. He explained how the day would go and gave tips on what to bring. When we arrived at the cave, we got our equipment from a different company who took us to the cave. After the cave trip, David had water and dry towels waiting for us. We them headed to the Blue Hole, which was really cool. Sharman is the new cowboy for horseback riding. He was very patient with our first time rider who freaked out. She was ready to go on another ride when we were done. The ride is through their orange orchard, into the jungle with a pit stop at the river and then back to the resort. After staying at Jaguar Reef, we realized how great Sleeping Giant was. I would stay there again.

2. Jaguar Creek

Mile 42 Hummingbird Highway Caves Branch, Belmopan Belize
Excellent
88%
Good
8%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 227 reviews

Jaguar Creek

Nestled in the pristine rainforest, each of our cabanas is designed to give you a comfortable jungle experience. Each cabana can fit up to four guests comfortably; we also have a family cabana which can fit 6 guests & has 2 bedrooms. We also cater for groups on a budget with our two group cabanas which have bunk beds and hold up to 24 people. All cabanas have en suite bathrooms and hot water.

Repeat client

Reviewed By KimberlyCatano

My family and I love this place!!! It has a beautiful environment, nature hikes, a creek to swim and tube in, yoga platform, hammocks, is in the jungle, you can see so many stars at night, wake up to the birds and fall asleep to the sounds of the night animals. Fresh air all the time. The staff are the kindest sweetest hearted people. The food is delicious. Comfy beds, warm showers. It’s central to many national parks and adventures. And they have a shuttle. I’ve stayed here solo, as a couple and with family and friends for special events. Each time is unique and special. What’s amazing is that they also support Belizean children get an education to help break the poverty cycle. My family, friends and I highly recommend this place. Kimberly and Julio Catano, family and friends

3. Banana Bank Lodge & Belize Horseback Adventures

Entry at Mile 49 Western Highway, Belmopan Belize
Excellent
58%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
4%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 198 reviews

Banana Bank Lodge & Belize Horseback Adventures

In a beautiful rain-forest setting along-side the peaceful Belize River sits a jungle paradise. A place where horses roam, parrots, toucans, and macaws greet you with a tropical "Hello". You willbe in awe at the beauty and grace of our jaguar Tikatoo and other animals will delight your stay. Here you'll find adventure, great food, congenial hosts, exotic artwork and memories to last a lifetime. American and local cuisine dining, designer 65,000 gallon pool, 16" computerized telescope, Cafe Carolina, John Carr's Historical Collection, Carolyn Carr Art Gallery, birding experts, tour guides, cowboys and our helpful, friendly staff all ensure your stay at Banana Bank will be an unforgettable experience.

Horseback riding was a good experience.

Reviewed By 970shellyl

Took the horseback riding package - went on the 1 1/2 hour ride. Guides were very friendly and knowledgeable of the area. Property is beautiful and lots of trails to ride through. Didn't stay here on the property.

4. El Rey Hotel

23 Moho Street, Belmopan Belize
Excellent
57%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
3%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 70 reviews

El Rey Hotel

Small property with a big heart.

Breakfast disaster

Reviewed By Debra C

The room was very dated, very tiny for two beds and the beds very lumpy. No hot water for showering. Breakfast was soooo bad. Coffee took 45 min. The cream was sour ( solid chunks) and the coffeemate was so old/stale is was a solid lump and would not dissolve in the coffee. Over easy eggs were raw, slight whiteness of the egg white, everything came cold, toast, eggs, ham. The breakfast took 68 min to arrive. I could not eat anything, the waitress saw it untouched but did not ask any questions about why.

5. Kiki Witz

Mile 46 George Price Highway, Belmopan Belize
Excellent
82%
Good
6%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
0%
Terrible
6%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 17 reviews

Kiki Witz

Horrible experience , terrible management! If you’re thinking of staying here…we suggest you DONT!

Reviewed By Rmassaar

If you’re thinking of staying at Kiki Witz …DON’T!! My husband and i had the worst experience and left after only one night. We had booked for 6 nights. I’d love to go into everything that happened or didn’t happen but that would take too much writing. What I can tell you is that the staff is minimal, resort is near empty (I know why) and the management staff is downright rude and have no business being in the hospitality sector. As pretty as it looks, it’s a pretty pathetic resort!

6. Banana Bank Lodge & Belize Horseback Adventures

Entry at Mile 49 Western Highway, Belmopan Belize
Excellent
58%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
4%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 198 reviews

Banana Bank Lodge & Belize Horseback Adventures

In a beautiful rain-forest setting along-side the peaceful Belize River sits a jungle paradise. A place where horses roam, parrots, toucans, and macaws greet you with a tropical "Hello". You willbe in awe at the beauty and grace of our jaguar Tikatoo and other animals will delight your stay. Here you'll find adventure, great food, congenial hosts, exotic artwork and memories to last a lifetime. American and local cuisine dining, designer 65,000 gallon pool, 16" computerized telescope, Cafe Carolina, John Carr's Historical Collection, Carolyn Carr Art Gallery, birding experts, tour guides, cowboys and our helpful, friendly staff all ensure your stay at Banana Bank will be an unforgettable experience.

Horseback riding was a good experience.

Reviewed By 970shellyl

Took the horseback riding package - went on the 1 1/2 hour ride. Guides were very friendly and knowledgeable of the area. Property is beautiful and lots of trails to ride through. Didn't stay here on the property.

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