Gaia Riverlodge

9.5

Outstanding(82 Reviews)

Resort in Cayo District

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Includes essentialsGarden, Internet / Wifi, Parking and more

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About this resort

Situated in San Ignacio, 19 km from Barton Creek Cave, Gaia Riverlodge features accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

Amenities

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Hot tub or spa

Garden

Map of Cayo District

Nearby attractions

Xunantunich Mayan Ruins

17.6 mi

The Belize Zoo and Tropical Education Center

57.6 mi

ATM Cave Belize- Actun Tunichil Muknal

13.3 mi

Jaguar Paw Cave - Jaguar Paw Park Outpost - Cave Tubing Belize - Ambergris Caye Tours

39.9 mi

Available Rooms

1 King • 355 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 King • 398 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Sofa • 1 Queen • 1194 ft²

Sleeps 3

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2 Queen • 355 ft²

Sleeps 3

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1 Sofa • 1 King • 635 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

$$$$

Gaia Riverlodge

$$$$

9.5

Outstanding(82 Reviews)

Resort in Cayo District

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Includes essentialsGarden, Internet / Wifi, Parking and more

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

About this resort

Situated in San Ignacio, 19 km from Barton Creek Cave, Gaia Riverlodge features accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

Amenities

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Hot tub or spa

Garden

Map of Cayo District

Nearby attractions

Xunantunich Mayan Ruins

17.6 mi

The Belize Zoo and Tropical Education Center

57.6 mi

ATM Cave Belize- Actun Tunichil Muknal

13.3 mi

Jaguar Paw Cave - Jaguar Paw Park Outpost - Cave Tubing Belize - Ambergris Caye Tours

39.9 mi

Available Rooms

1 King • 355 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 King • 398 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Sofa • 1 Queen • 1194 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

2 Queen • 355 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Sofa • 1 King • 635 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Reviews

9.5

Outstanding(82 Reviews)

100% verified reviews

9.0

Mar 2024

Great place to stay to visit the mountain area of Belize with superb staff and comfort.

Excellent staff, always helpful and friendly. Beautiful property in pretty setting close to river with natural pools and small waterfalls. Very tidy. Restaurant food was delicious, and the special dinner with local food selections and narration was very nice. Many tours are available with excellent guides. Nice place to do bird watching, a small nature walk is nearby. Inclined lift to river available. You can reach Big Rock Falls on foot within 30 minutes or with a short bike ride (bikes available).

The last bit of road is a bumpy and during the rainy season it may become impassable. Serenity during breakfast and annoying music during dinner. Menu has limited options due to property size but definitely is overpriced. Avoid the tour to Tikal (unless you stay overnight in the park), that place is overrun with tourists and the drive is 3 hours; despite the poor roads Caracol is a better choice and the guides are much better, too. Bring ear plus in case the river is too loud for you at night. The light pollution at night is too high.

9.0

Feb 2024

Beautiful and Relaxing

Gorgeous place to stay situated above a beautiful waterfall. Rooms all over the waterfall and have great white noise of running water. Funicular to the beach near waterfall, but also can take the stairs (as the funicular is slow its actually faster to walk). 5 sisters restaurant is good, not amazing, but the view makes it worth it. Think California prices (~100 USD for full dinner with drinks). Same with the restaurant at the Blancaneaux (although actually less pricey food/drinks) which is down the road and can be arranged if you speak to concierge. Can walk to Big rock falls which is also lovely. Good excursions (just quite pricey compared to what you can book on trip advisor or viator). Coco the resort dog is such a well behaved pup! Loved getting greeted by her daily.

The road to the property is almost fully paved and fantastic (apparently this occurred in the past couple years). The last 2-3 miles is dirt and is currently great, I hear it can be tough in the rain, but honestly I suspect its fine even without a high clearance car 95% of the time. Its just a bit of a distance from town, but if you plan to chill at the resort - its not an issue. Although overall customer service was great, there were just a couple issues. One was my friend canceled her excursion and they would not issue a refund. I can understand both parties arguments as to why it should/shouldn't be refunded, my issue was that the staff treated her differently afterwards - not making eye contact, only addressing me, etc. I totally understand the customer is not always right, but you have to move forward and continue to give them a good experience. Second was when we went for breakfast at 7 in the morning we told them our bags were outside the room to be taken to the car and that we would check out after breakfast but we were not done in the room and still had the keys. Upon returning to the room they had completely cleared out the room and moved all our items to the car including items we had not packed in the room just piling them up in the car. Super frustrating. It felt as though they had someone coming in early and they were trying to turn over the room before we even check out. Which again was well before the 10 am check out. Last thing, although their excursions are great, its way cheaper to just book on your own unless you don't have your own car.

10.0

Jul 2023

Great experience

We had a wonderful time…some of the most welcoming, kind, and accommodating people you will meet. Grounds are beautiful and perfectly maintained, rooms are stunning, and individual tours/guides are well worth it. There are definitely cheaper options available but having stayed elsewhere in Belize and taken other tours, I can honestly say the attention to detail and personalization you get from Gaia is well worth the added price. Highly recommend.

AC would have been nice but they have large room fans that help with the heat.

10.0

Apr 2023

Breathtaking resort with spectular sounds of 5 Sisters Waterfall/River

lunch by waterfalls, sounds with screen open window plan, Sam the farm to table gardener, mosquito coils and netting, stunning design, comp coffee/tea service n/c, best bedding in Belize!

slowest funicular ever

9.0

Apr 2023

beautiful setting, comfortable accommodations, friendly and helpful staff and amazing food

Excellent! Lots of choices: fresh and tasty! Liked free continental breakfast so ordered 1 meal off menu that my husband and I shared. Excellent food…the location was very nice! Restaurant sits above falls..very peaceful and beautiful

10.0

Apr 2023

we had the best stay at this eco lodge

perfect to relax and unwind. staff is exceptionally friendly and creates a familiar atmosphere at this small luxury hotel. we will miss the delicious food, impeccable rooms, swimming by the waterfall and spa! until next time!

it is in an eco reserve and so it is naturally remote - in case you are looking for a lot of action and sight seeing, there are some tours offered but overall it is a remote location for relaxing

10.0

Apr 2023

Highly recommend a stay at this dream hotel

We had an exceptional stay at Gaia and loved everything about this eco reserve. The facilities, staff and food are outstanding better than many 5 star hotels we have visited. The waterfall / lake and view are unique and beautiful.

it is a bit more pricey but well worth it

10.0

Apr 2023

One of the best hotels I have been to

where to start - incredible location (worth the drive into the remote eco reserve) + beautiful waterside - attentive, friendly staff who go out of their way to ensure a memorable stay - consistently delicious food

nothing a quiet hotel to really relax, swim and enjoy nature

10.0

Apr 2023

wish we could have stayed longer.

beautiful, quiet except for the wonderful sounds of birds in the morning.

not enough options in menu

10.0

Mar 2023

Beautiful property with amazing staff

Amazing location and views, wonderful staff. Freddy is amazing, and the night guard did a close up magic show which was incredible, highly recommend. Excellent food and drink, friendly staff, beautiful rooms and location is unbeatable

nothing, everything was perfect!

10.0

Mar 2023

Exceptional

Absolutely beautiful grounds and the best staff I've ever interacted with.

10.0

Mar 2023

Exceptional

The incredible location above the waterfalls won't be forgotten. Falling asleep to the sound of the waterfall, jungle, and wind was as relaxing as one would hope. The eating area is fantastic and so is the food and drinks. The staff is amazing too, they remember your name from the beginning on.

10.0

Feb 2023

Didn’t want to leave.

If you’re looking to get away to relax this is the place. Stunning location. Staff are top notch.

A bit of a bumpy ride in.

10.0

Jan 2023

Amazing views, quite, slept like babies in comfy bed , great adventures and new friends. We miss it.

Organic farm to table. What more to say. Delicious and healthy. Served on the deck overlooking the river, waterfalls and jungle. Friendly staff that felt like friends rather than staff. Amazing.

There truly was nothing we didn’t like.

10.0

Jan 2023

Beautiful, peaceful oasis

Gaia was beyond perfect, we loved every single minute there. The staff could not have been any more nice or helpful - they were SO accommodating and made our trip absolutely perfect. The resort was so peaceful and the waterfall area was amazing. The food was fantastic and we truly can't wait to go back.

The only thing to keep in mind when booking here is the fact that it's very remote. It can be expensive to get here from Belize City, the tours are pricier than if you went with a 3rd party, and your options for dining are limited since it's so remote. However, the tours are private and the guides are AMAZING so we didn't feel it was wasted money and we loved the food - just something for consideration for others.

10.0

Jan 2023

The best place ever independently of price.

Rainforest. Jungle. River. People. Air. Dawn. Sunset. Birds. Boa.

Hardly anything need to be improved. The best thing is do not touch anything, leave it as is.

10.0

Dec 2022

Exceptional

View

Roads

10.0

Nov 2022

It offered us a unique experience and was peaceful.

This beautiful resort provided us with everything. The rooms were well appointed. The restaurant was superb with a beautiful setting of the waterfall. They pay attention to detail and the customer care was the best experience we had in Belize.

There wasn’t one complaint or recommendation.

9.0

Oct 2022

A little piece of heaven way off the beaten path to end our Belize adventure.

Setting was amazing and the farm-to-table food exceptional. Service very personalized.

Restaurant was pricey however the food was phenomenal.

10.0

Aug 2022

Exceptional

Loved it!

10.0

Aug 2022

One of out favorite places in all of Belize! Extraordinarily beautiful with an amazing staff!

Location was perfect! It was truly a paradise!

10.0

Jul 2022

Exceptional

The resort was really beautiful and the staff made the stay even better! really made us feel welcomed.

9.0

Jun 2022

Truly enjoyable experience

Clean, well-appointed room; excellent staff and service; no detail overlooked. Absolutely loved hanging out down at the falls and the river—beautiful setting and great layout.

It’s off the beaten path (which is also what I liked about it) so it’s best if you have your own vehicle, otherwise you are limited to the tours and availability of the drivers on staff (though the staff goes out of their way to accommodate guests).

10.0

Apr 2022

Exceptional

Wonderful! Amazing!

10.0

Apr 2022

Exceptional

Everything. Service was exceptional, location was stunning. Amazing hotel and staff

Nothing

10.0

Apr 2022

Exceptional

the view, friendliness, everything

nothing

10.0

Jan 2022

An idyllic jungle retreat

The location was incredibly beautiful. Eating breakfast while overlooking a waterfall is something I’ll not soon forget. The staff was very friendly, and the food and cocktails were amazing.

10.0

Jan 2022

Exceptional

This place is beautiful! The location can't be beat. It overlooks some beautiful falls and trails for bird watching and other wildlife. Food and drinks were fantastic and staff was very accommodating and friendly. The cabins are private and clean, and the bed was very comfortable. It was raining quite a bit during the time we stayed but the road was well maintained and we had no problem making it to the resort.

10.0

Dec 2021

Exceptional

The view, food,staff and location was exceptional! the room was very clean and you fall asleep to the sound of the waterfall. I’ve never slept so nice! I will 100% be back

nothing

10.0

Dec 2021

Amazing stay! Hope to visit again

Amazing experience! Staff was incredible and made our whole stay memorable! Beautiful location, there was a day we just spent lounging at Gaia. It was so relaxing

Gaia is in the heart of the jungle and can be a little difficult to find if you are driving yourself.

FAQs

How much does this resort cost compared to others in Cayo District?

The average price for a rental in Cayo District is $166 per night. This rental is $26 above the average.

Is parking included with this resort?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Gaia Riverlodge. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this resort?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this resort. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Gaia Riverlodge pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this resort is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Gaia Riverlodge?

We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes internet / wifi, fireplace, parking, laundry, and balcony or patio.

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Gaia Riverlodge

Resort in Cayo District

Reasons to book

About this resort

Amenities

Map of Cayo District

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Gaia Riverlodge

Resort in Cayo District

Reasons to book

About this resort

Amenities

Map of Cayo District

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this resort cost compared to others in Cayo District?

Is parking included with this resort?

Is there a pool at this resort?

Is Gaia Riverlodge pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Gaia Riverlodge?

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