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This border town's ancient Maya ruins at Xunantunich feature a massive pyramid with panoramic jungle views. Cross the hand-cranked ferry to explore local markets, then ask villagers about guided tours to nearby caves.
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Nabitunich
NabitunichSan Ignacio
10/10 Excellent
Let's be clear to anybody reading this, Nabitunich is not an ordinary hotel. It's a handful of duplex rooms on a farming property which is right adjacent to the jungle. There are howler monkeys that make noises throughout much of the night and the roosters will crow whenever they feel like it. The road from the main highway is about one kilometer and is bumpy and rocky. You will dodge goats and sheep as you traverse the dirt road. However, once you get there, Dominic will treat you as an honored...
Let's be clear to anybody reading this, Nabitunich is not an ordinary hotel. It's a handful of duplex rooms on a farming property which is right adjacent to the jungle. There are howler monkeys that make noises throughout much of the night and the roosters will crow whenever they feel like it. The road from the main highway is about one kilometer and is bumpy and rocky. You will dodge goats and sheep as you traverse the dirt road. However, once you get there, Dominic will treat you as an honored...
Cameron
The Lodge at Chaa Creek
The Lodge at Chaa CreekSan Ignacio
10/10 Excellent
We stayed at Chaa Creek based upon online reviews, but no amount of praise can do this place justice. Spacious and clean rooms, immaculate grounds, awesome staff, meals that we can't stop talking about (menu changes daily and everything is prepared fresh), plus activities galore. We stayed in a garden suite (reserved a cottage but upgraded?) and were most impressed by the comfort and size of the room. The pool was a great welcome home after a hot day out and about. Note: No air...
We stayed at Chaa Creek based upon online reviews, but no amount of praise can do this place justice. Spacious and clean rooms, immaculate grounds, awesome staff, meals that we can't stop talking about (menu changes daily and everything is prepared fresh), plus activities galore. We stayed in a garden suite (reserved a cottage but upgraded?) and were most impressed by the comfort and size of the room. The pool was a great welcome home after a hot day out and about. Note: No air...
Anonymous traveler
Black Rock Lodge
Black Rock LodgeSan Ignacio
10/10 Excellent
Great location in the middle of the forest. Service was above and beyond.
Great location in the middle of the forest. Service was above and beyond.
Mary
Chial Reserve
Chial ReserveSan Ignacio
10/10 Excellent
The property was gorgeous and very clean. The outdoor pool with a jungle view was breathtaking. Plenty of space and everything was very modern.
Their chef makes a delicious breakfast and everything is fresh. The assistant manager Tiffani was truly amazing she helped with everything from beginning to end. She made sure our stay for a 5 star experience. I do a lot of traveling and this was definitely in my top 5 favorite stays. Thank you to Tiffani for answering all our questions and help. I...
The property was gorgeous and very clean. The outdoor pool with a jungle view was breathtaking. Plenty of space and everything was very modern.
Their chef makes a delicious breakfast and everything is fresh. The assistant manager Tiffani was truly amazing she helped with everything from beginning to end. She made sure our stay for a 5 star experience. I do a lot of traveling and this was definitely in my top 5 favorite stays. Thank you to Tiffani for answering all our questions and help. I...
Rodeshia
Ka'ana Resort
Ka'ana ResortSan Ignacio
10/10 Excellent
We stayed at Ka'Ana for our honeymoon and we couldn't have made a better choice. The grounds were so peaceful, our room was superb (included a sunroom with hammock overlooking the pool), and the staff treated us like we were the only people in the world.
From the moment we set foot in Ka'Ana we were greeted by our first names and were consistently greeted that way. Our room wasn't quite ready so we were taken up to the beautiful bar for a welcome drink. In about 20 minutes we were told our...
We stayed at Ka'Ana for our honeymoon and we couldn't have made a better choice. The grounds were so peaceful, our room was superb (included a sunroom with hammock overlooking the pool), and the staff treated us like we were the only people in the world.
From the moment we set foot in Ka'Ana we were greeted by our first names and were consistently greeted that way. Our room wasn't quite ready so we were taken up to the beautiful bar for a welcome drink. In about 20 minutes we were told our...
Tanya
Crystal Paradise Resort
Crystal Paradise ResortSan Ignacio
10/10 Excellent
From the time I booked our stay, the staff here was nothing short of spectacular. They offered tons of helpful information and were extremely helpful in planning offsite excursions in the area. The onsite restaurant offers very reasonably priced Belizean meals that are simple but delicious. The staff and management here pays an extreme level of attention to detail and a maximum effort to ensure that not only fulfilled, but anticipated our every need. I was completely blown away on one...
From the time I booked our stay, the staff here was nothing short of spectacular. They offered tons of helpful information and were extremely helpful in planning offsite excursions in the area. The onsite restaurant offers very reasonably priced Belizean meals that are simple but delicious. The staff and management here pays an extreme level of attention to detail and a maximum effort to ensure that not only fulfilled, but anticipated our every need. I was completely blown away on one...
Brian
Falling Leaves Lodge
Falling Leaves LodgeSan Ignacio
10/10 Excellent
We enjoyed our stay. We were in the stone house which was ok but did not have any outdoor space to chill in. Typically in our vacations we like to sit on a porch and do nothing. I noticed that there were several other options that might be perfect for this on the property so next time I might pick more carefully which room we are in. But the people here are great and really neat location! Cachal Pech next door is totally worth the trip as well! We came here as a jumping off point for Tikal,...
We enjoyed our stay. We were in the stone house which was ok but did not have any outdoor space to chill in. Typically in our vacations we like to sit on a porch and do nothing. I noticed that there were several other options that might be perfect for this on the property so next time I might pick more carefully which room we are in. But the people here are great and really neat location! Cachal Pech next door is totally worth the trip as well! We came here as a jumping off point for Tikal,...
Lucy
Las Haciendas
Las HaciendasSan Ignacio
10/10 Excellent
Amazing property. It was so beautiful with the courtyard with flowers and the private pool/bath and geat views. They upgraded us with no extra charge. Wish we could have stayed here longer. The price was great for a three story home away from home.
Amazing property. It was so beautiful with the courtyard with flowers and the private pool/bath and geat views. They upgraded us with no extra charge. Wish we could have stayed here longer. The price was great for a three story home away from home.
Deanna
Belize Rainforest Retreat at Chaa Creek
Belize Rainforest Retreat at Chaa CreekSan Ignacio
10/10 Excellent
We had an amazing stay at the Rainforest Retreat. Theodocios, our assistant at the Rainforest Retreat was an excellent guide and his wife, Francelia cooked delicious breakfast and dinner that was included with our stay. She also does laundry. We stayed one night there in the Eco-Pods and the 2nd night at the Chaa Creek Lodge. Docios shuttled us back and forth and provided excellent guidance.
We had an amazing stay at the Rainforest Retreat. Theodocios, our assistant at the Rainforest Retreat was an excellent guide and his wife, Francelia cooked delicious breakfast and dinner that was included with our stay. She also does laundry. We stayed one night there in the Eco-Pods and the 2nd night at the Chaa Creek Lodge. Docios shuttled us back and forth and provided excellent guidance.
Grant
Table Rock Jungle Lodge
Table Rock Jungle LodgeSan Ignacio
10/10 Excellent
We had an amazing Jungle Vacation at table Rock. The property is beautifully filled with Mango and Orange trees. Toucans and other wild birds can be seen all over the lodge. The staff is extremely friendly and took care of us very well. I would recommend Table Rock to all those seeking a true jungle vacation. The town of San Ignacio is about 15 mins on dirt roads. Use Jasmine shuttle that swings by every 30 mins for $5 per person. Taxi will cost you $25/person.
We had an amazing Jungle Vacation at table Rock. The property is beautifully filled with Mango and Orange trees. Toucans and other wild birds can be seen all over the lodge. The staff is extremely friendly and took care of us very well. I would recommend Table Rock to all those seeking a true jungle vacation. The town of San Ignacio is about 15 mins on dirt roads. Use Jasmine shuttle that swings by every 30 mins for $5 per person. Taxi will cost you $25/person.
Ankoor
The West House Boutique Hotel
The West House Boutique HotelSan Ignacio
10/10 Excellent
We enjoyed our stay at the West House boutique Hotel. The location in San Ignacio is close to restaurants. The hotel spotless and the staff was attentive and friendly.
We enjoyed our stay at the West House boutique Hotel. The location in San Ignacio is close to restaurants. The hotel spotless and the staff was attentive and friendly.
Kelly
The Maya Mountain Lodge
The Maya Mountain LodgeSan Ignacio
10/10 Excellent
I loved staying at the maya mountain lodge. The problem was being a solo traveler and trying to go on tours. You need at least 2 people so that could be difficult. I would have liked to have done a tour tramsfer when i was leaving but the option was nit available to a solo traveler. Everything else about it was wonderful. The view up the hill was also beautiful !
I loved staying at the maya mountain lodge. The problem was being a solo traveler and trying to go on tours. You need at least 2 people so that could be difficult. I would have liked to have done a tour tramsfer when i was leaving but the option was nit available to a solo traveler. Everything else about it was wonderful. The view up the hill was also beautiful !
Anonymous traveler
The Cabins at Monkey Fall
The Cabins at Monkey FallSan Ignacio
10/10 Excellent
Just right
Just right
Katherine
Villa Massis Luxury Jungle Villas
Villa Massis Luxury Jungle VillasSan Ignacio
10/10 Excellent
The staff at Villa Massis made us feel like family from the second we walked in! The food and drinks were wonderful. The room was perfect. The property is absolutely beautiful! Joelle (spelling?) was extremely warm and helpful. He booked us a private tour to Xunantunich Mayan Ruins. Mark was our guide and the tour was incredible! Their bartender, Gio, knew exactly how to cool us off after a hot day. Lucy always had the most beautiful smile on her face. The owner (can't remember his name) was...
The staff at Villa Massis made us feel like family from the second we walked in! The food and drinks were wonderful. The room was perfect. The property is absolutely beautiful! Joelle (spelling?) was extremely warm and helpful. He booked us a private tour to Xunantunich Mayan Ruins. Mark was our guide and the tour was incredible! Their bartender, Gio, knew exactly how to cool us off after a hot day. Lucy always had the most beautiful smile on her face. The owner (can't remember his name) was...
Kylie
Cahal Pech Village Resort
Cahal Pech Village ResortSan Ignacio
10/10 Excellent
We took a bus from Belize city to San Ignacio. It is 4 usd per person for the bus ride. It might have taken longer than using a shuttle service, which i believe was 95 usd, but well worth the savings. The bus is a standard school bus and was full but it was only the two of us traveling so it wasn't hard to find a seat together. It is a 2.5 to 3 hour trip depending on traffic and how many stops the bus makes. I liked the bus because of the scenery and we had the opportunity to talk to a lot of...
We took a bus from Belize city to San Ignacio. It is 4 usd per person for the bus ride. It might have taken longer than using a shuttle service, which i believe was 95 usd, but well worth the savings. The bus is a standard school bus and was full but it was only the two of us traveling so it wasn't hard to find a seat together. It is a 2.5 to 3 hour trip depending on traffic and how many stops the bus makes. I liked the bus because of the scenery and we had the opportunity to talk to a lot of...
Anonymous traveler
Kāne Villas
Kāne VillasMountain Pine Ridge
10/10 Excellent
Great for relax, quiet, fresh air and lovely nature environment. Excellent hospitality, clean room and recreation areas, family enjoyed it
Great for relax, quiet, fresh air and lovely nature environment. Excellent hospitality, clean room and recreation areas, family enjoyed it
didhier
Mariposa Jungle Lodge
Mariposa Jungle LodgeMountain Pine Ridge
10/10 Excellent
The staff was so kind and helpful. They went out of their way to make sure we felt comfortable. Our lodging was perfect with so many amenities including blender, toaster, refrigerator, utensils and hot plate. They even had darts and pingpong next to the pool. The food was Delicious and the chefs were so accomodating. We loved every minute of our stay. It was easy to get to Big Rock Falls which was our favorite!
The staff was so kind and helpful. They went out of their way to make sure we felt comfortable. Our lodging was perfect with so many amenities including blender, toaster, refrigerator, utensils and hot plate. They even had darts and pingpong next to the pool. The food was Delicious and the chefs were so accomodating. We loved every minute of our stay. It was easy to get to Big Rock Falls which was our favorite!
Kathleen
Gaia Riverlodge
Gaia RiverlodgeSan Ignacio
10/10 Excellent
I had high expectations from the phenomenal reviews here and Gaia exceeded all of them. It's the perfect place to go if you're looking to unplug, get a little adventure, experience the real Belize, but not "sacrifice" on all the comforts and luxuries you want out of a vacation. "Glamping" comes to mind. The negative reviews on this site are few are far between, but if you're anything like me, have a tendency to perseverate on them. After having spent 5 nights at Gaia, I wanted to address...
I had high expectations from the phenomenal reviews here and Gaia exceeded all of them. It's the perfect place to go if you're looking to unplug, get a little adventure, experience the real Belize, but not "sacrifice" on all the comforts and luxuries you want out of a vacation. "Glamping" comes to mind. The negative reviews on this site are few are far between, but if you're anything like me, have a tendency to perseverate on them. After having spent 5 nights at Gaia, I wanted to address...
Stephanie
Cohune Palms River Cabanas
Cohune Palms River CabanasSan Ignacio
10/10 Excellent
Great place and Great hosts! Got to see many different species of birds' howler monkey, agouti, and river otter.
Great place and Great hosts! Got to see many different species of birds' howler monkey, agouti, and river otter.
ryan
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Why would you choose an apartment versus a traditional hotel?
An apartment is often more spacious than a traditional hotel room and comes equipped with a kitchen, so you can cook some of your meals. Apartments are ideal for families who want the conveniences of home but also for couples looking for something with a more local feel.
What's the best apartment for a stay in Benque Viejo Del Carmen?
Here's a popular apartment in the area: Villa Cayo - Adults Only: Located in San Ignacio, 7.7 mi/12.4 km from the heart of Benque Viejo Del Carmen. Includes free WiFi, private yards, and pillowtop beds. Free parking and a fitness center are on site.
What can I expect from the weather during my trip to Benque Viejo Del Carmen?
Though weather is just one factor, it can really affect your travel plans, especially if you are planning a longer stay in Benque Viejo Del Carmen. The hottest months are usually April and May with an average temp of 80°F, while the coldest months are January and December with an average of 72°F. Average annual precipitation for Benque Viejo Del Carmen is 46 inches.
What should I see in Benque Viejo Del Carmen?
Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve and Macal River are a couple of scenic spots to enjoy the outdoors, whereas Poustinia Land Art Park is one of the cultural attractions. Other places in town to visit include Benque Viejo House of Culture and Che Chem Ha.
What's the best way to get to and around Benque Viejo Del Carmen?
Knowing a bit about the transportation options can make your trip smoother when you get to your destination. Fly into San Ignacio (CYD-Town Airstrip), which is located 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away from the heart of the city. Otherwise, you can search for flights to Belmopan (BCV-Hector Silva), which is 27.1 mi (43.6 km) away. If you'd like to venture out around the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.