We were planning on staying in San Pedro the entire trip, but our desired hotel is only available for the first three nights of our trip. Rather than move to another hotel on the island, I did some more research on jungle lodges inland. Boy, am I glad! These lodges are rustic and located in beautiful rainforest settings. Hiking, wildlife and scenery abound! Plus, we will be very close to Mayan Ruins and cave tubing. The only drawback is that we have to rent a car and drive ourselves, but should give us more freedom.
So once again, I'll ask my faithful readers for their opinions on the following lodging options in the Cayo district of Belize:
1. Pook's Hill Jungle Lodge
The obvious choice! Located in a 300 acre private reserve bordering the Roaring River and Tapir (!) Mountain Nature Reserve. The 11 Thatched cabanas and main lodge are located in a small clearing with lawns leading to the creek and forest below.
Each private lodge is fully screened with a bathroom, ceiling fan, and hot water. The lodge has a dining room. The rate is listed at $175 but there might be specials available.
2. Caves Branch Lodge
Jungle cabanas that are fully screened with ceiling fans. Washrooms and jungle showers are located outside of the cabanas. Buffet meals and bar on site. Good ratings.
They actually have a 3-night package deal that from my initial Excel spreadsheet seems to be a good deal. Includes 2 adventures (ruins, cave tubing) plus lodging, all meals and drinks! We can consider taking a bus from the airport as well.
3. Table Rock Jungle Lodge
Nice thatched roof cabañas, which each offer a locally handcrafted custom four-poster queen sized bed and furnishings, private bath with hot water, ceiling fan, and 24-hour electricity. The Aracari Room is complimented by a sundeck overlooking the tropical flower garden and has easy access to the main dining room and lounge.
Only $95/night. Includes on-site swimming, tubing, canoeing, and hiking. Meal plans available.
4. Five Sisters Lodge
The final option is located in the scenic Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve, the largest protected area in Belize, boasting an immense Rain Forest and natural Wildlife Sanctuary. The Five Sisters Lodge & Tours obtained its name from the five perfectly gushing waterfalls and the numerous crystal pools that form part of this natural wonder.
It also boasts of having Belize's only hydro-powered rain forest tram! I don't know what this entails, but I like it. It's quite reasonable too, priced at $85/night. Like the other lodges, there is an optional meal plan.
Well, what do you say?!
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