"The staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful. The resort was out of this world, like a real life Pandora. I only wish they could put a couple of chairs and a small table in our room. "
A verified traveller stayed at Ian Anderson's Caves Branch Adventure Co
"Wow! Is all that really can be said. The natural beauty of this hotel are what other places spend thousands of dollars trying to recreate. Located on the river banks with nothing else in sight, thoughtfully manicured grounds giving way to the Belizean jungle. You truly can feel away from it all. The hotel offers a lot to do on-site as well canoeing on the river, mini golf, a swimming pool, spa services, hikes around the property and a good restaurant with bar. And they can also set you up for a tour to any one attractions in the area. The staff goes out of their to meet the needs of their guests. We stayed in the Owner's Suite on the far end of all the bungalows with the jetted tub on the balcony style patio overlooking the river. Totally private with a wide open view of the river and nothing else but nature to look. Amazing, highly recommend."
A verified traveller stayed at Dream Valley Belize
"It was great. The waterfalls on site are stunning. The views from the restaurant are amazing and the staff was great. They were always friendly and attentive. The only complaint is that it needs some sort of AC for during the day. Fans weren't enough to keep the room cool in the hot season. Other times of the year I'm sure it's perfect. I'd still highly recommend it."
"The hotel grounds are very beautiful. The walkways and bridges and trails are all very charming. The staff was very attentive. Dinner was good and the massages were wonderful. I would highly recommend. The only complaint is there is not air conditioning and it was quite hot"
"We enjoyed our stay at Mariposa, the tone was set the moment we arrived. We checked in late and I went to go run in to give our information, our server Robby insured that he needed to greet us properly and asked all our guests to come in for a welcome drink which we thoroughly enjoyed, the kitchen was also waiting on to offer us dinner before they went home for the evening. We stayed in blue morpho which was close to the pool and bar. There was accessible parking. Staff was accompanying to all our needs whether it was supplying us with a cooler or packing us breakfast to go for our excursion.
Please keep in mind you are in the JUNGLE, there are bugs, they are hard to avoid and they will be in your room no matter how nice. Please watch for ticks, two members of our party got ticks from the hammock.
There is jungle noise all night, yelling weasels, curious monkeys. Enjoy these rare moments you may never get to witness again.
The property had more amenities we weren’t able to take advantage of such as the bird tower but I recommend you do if time allows. Property is very close to mountain pine ridge park. San Ignacio town is approximately 20 minutes away so I recommend a car if you plan on visiting town.
My only complaint is that 2/4 days we noticed housekeeping left our door unlocked after leaving. "
A verified traveller stayed at Mariposa Jungle Lodge
Yes, there are holiday rentals close to the most popular sights in Caves Branch, or you can select a more secluded option if you're looking for a relaxing stay.
What can I see and do in Caves Branch?
While you're exploring the area, Blue Hole National Park and Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve are a couple of picturesque spots to get outside and enjoy nature. Jaguar Paw and Actun Tunichil Muknal Archaeological Reserve are a couple of places you'll find in the wider area.
What are holiday rentals like in Caves Branch?
Holiday rentals are privately owned properties you can book for a few days, or a quick weekend, in Caves Branch. Holiday rentals provide amenities like laundry facilities and kitchens so your stay will be comfortable. If you're concerned about a sanitised environment, a holiday rental can offer a sense of safety away from shared hotel lifts and busy reception areas while still allowing you the experience of travel. You'll also have more space in a holiday rental than in a traditional hotel, which makes a holiday rental a great choice for family trips.