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Cahal Pech is a Maya site located near the Town of San Ignacio in the Cayo District of Belize. The site was a palatial, hilltop home for an elite Maya family, and though most major construction dates to the Classic period, evidence of continuous habitation has been dated to as far back as 1200 BCE during the Early Middle Formative period, making Cahal Pech one of the oldest recognizably Maya sites in Western Belize. The site rests high above the banks of the Macal River and is strategically located to overlook the confluence of the Macal River and the Mopan River. The site is a collection of 34 structures, with the tallest temple being about 25 meters in height, situated around a central acropolis. The site was abandoned in the 9th century CE for unknown reasons.
Cahal Pech is a Maya site located near the Town of San Ignacio in the Cayo District of Belize. The site was a palatial, hilltop home for an elite Maya family, and though most major construction dates to the Classic period, evidence of continuous habitation has been dated to as far back as 1200 BCE during the Early Middle Formative period, making Cahal Pech one of the oldest recognizably Maya sites in Western Belize. The site rests high above the banks of the Macal River and is strategically located to overlook the confluence of the Macal River and the Mopan River. The site is a collection of 34 structures, with the tallest temple being about 25 meters in height, situated around a central acropolis. The site was abandoned in the 9th century CE for unknown reasons.
Cave Tubing near San Ignacio, Belize. See life inside and outside the cave system while gently floating down the river.

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Falling Leaves Lodge

Falling Leaves Lodge

4 out of 5
2 W Young Ford Drive San Ignacio Cayo District
Book a stay at this spa hotel in San Ignacio. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (185 reviews)
The cabana was cute, clean, and the location was great, next to cahal peche, with a wonderful view above town. The layout of the property in the mountain jungle was very pretty. The staff is absolutely wonderful, especially Paula, who will help you with absolutely everything and give you the best ...

Reviewed on 4 February 2026

Falling Leaves Lodge
Cassia Hill Resort

Cassia Hill Resort

3 out of 5
Mile 68 George Price Western Highway San Ignacio Cayo
The price is AED 452 per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
AED 452
AED 538 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this resort in San Ignacio. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (136 reviews)
What a fantastic resort made all the better by the staff. Massive thanks to Carlos and Isabelle, the location was perfect for exploring the surrounding area, if you do one thing here make sure it’s the Caracol Mayan site. The resort is clean, private and has a great pool and make the most amazing ...

Reviewed on 31 January 2026

Cassia Hill Resort
Cahal Pech Village Resort

Cahal Pech Village Resort

3 out of 5
Cahal Pech Hill San Ignacio
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Ignacio. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (603 reviews)
Staff was great. We enjoyed the restaurant, good food, really good breakfast. Resort was very clean. The rooms were different than I expected, we had a little cabin with a thatched rood.it was cute, fairly basic, but clean and comfortable. There is a little noise from town, but it wasn’t bad. I would ...

Reviewed on 28 January 2026

Cahal Pech Village Resort
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Santa Cruz Cabins

Santa Cruz Cabins

3 out of 5
16 San Leopoldo Street San Ignacio Cayo District
Stay at this cabin in San Ignacio. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions San Ignacio Market and San Ignacio & Santa Elena ...
10/10 Exceptional! (23 reviews)
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. Juliet and her husband were highly communicative and warm/welcoming. The cabin was roomy, homey and spotless! We loved the cooking amenities for making our own breakfast and enjoyed the one time they provided it to us (for a nominal fee) right to our porch! They ...

Reviewed on 1 January 2026

Santa Cruz Cabins
Aliana's Villas - Private Farm Home on the River (Gold Standard Certified)

Aliana's Villas - Private Farm Home on the River (Gold Standard Certified)

San Ignacio Cayo
Stay at this vacation home in San Ignacio. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Masewal Forest Garden Medicinal Trail and Branch ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews)
Amazing experience

Reviewed on 24 December 2025

Aliana's Villas - Private Farm Home on the River (Gold Standard Certified)
Divina Hacienda - Jungle comfort with a pool

Divina Hacienda - Jungle comfort with a pool

San Ignacio Cayo District
Stay at this villa in San Ignacio. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Masewal Forest Garden Medicinal Trail and Cahal Pech Mayan ...
10/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
Gorgeous sprawling tranquil oasis only minutes from town. David was fabulous at all times in welcoming us and making sure our stay was perfect

Reviewed on 27 January 2026

Divina Hacienda - Jungle comfort with a pool
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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