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Macal River Resort

Situated in the heart of the Mayan civilization is the award winning Mascal River Resort. This eco-friendly lodge is the perfect getaway for guests who can appreciate the natural beauty of Belize, and thrill at the thought of spending their vacation enjoying a true jungle experience.

Accommodations

In terms of quality, we've given this property a rating of 4.5 stars.

Sleeping in the middle of the rainforest does not mean luxury is not an option. Each unit at Macal River Resort enjoys all of the fine amenities one would expect to find in a fancy city resort - with greater care taken to ensure the environment doesn't suffer for it.

Treetop Suites

Treetop Suites feature one bedroom and a private jacuzzi on the veranda.

Garden Suite

The Garden Suite has one queen-sized bed, as well as a day bed that sleeps one. The private screened-in veranda offers views of the garden and jungle.

Garden Jacuzzi Suite

A four poster bed, antique armoire, and a spacious bathroom with a Jacuzzi are the amenities guests will find in the Garden Jacuzzi Suite.

Orchard Villa

Orchard Villas are large enough to accommodate two couples in their two separate queen-sized sleeping areas. There is a winding staircase that leads up to a loft with two single beds, and even has its own bathroom, and the screened in porch overlooks the orchard, garden, and valley.

The Cottage Collection

Each of the cottages is palm-thatched, and is individually decorated to bring local culture and design inside. There are 23 cottages to choose from.

Macal Cottage

The newest addition to Macal River Resort is the Macal Cottage. It is located in the garden and overlooks the river. Furnishings include a king-sized bed, day bed, hammocks on the two private terraces, and an outdoor jacuzzi.

Spa Villa

Spa Villas are located in the tropical hillside garden, and have three bedrooms. The master bedroom has a king-sized bed and bathroom, the second room has a queen-sized and single bed, and the third has a queen-sized canopy bed and private bathroom. This villa features a full kitchen.

Camp Casitas

Guests who really want to get close to nature have the option of camping out at the Macal River Camp.

Activities and Amenities

Daily activities include hiking, birdwatching, night walks, horseback riding, mountain biking, and canoeing. Guests may also enjoy trips to the Butterfly Farm, a Mayan farm, and the Natural History Centre.

To learn more details about the types of recreation and activities available at the Macal River Resort, click here to see a comprehensive description.

Food

Even easy-going guests should take into account factors besides the hotel's amenities and activities; it's just as important to look into the number of restaurants in the area. Since there are more than 10 nearby places to eat, even picky eaters will find something that suits them. It's helpful to learn which choices are available near the hotel, despite the fact that the Macal River Resort offers some dining of its own.

What's Nearby

You will find several area attractions located near the Macal River Resort, like Xunantunich, El Pilar Archaeological Reserve, and Belize Botanic Gardens (which is from the hotel).

The hotel is located near Cayo District, a particularly enjoyable location for tourists to learn about and explore Belize. To see more about what's in the area of the hotel, click here to see the full article.