San Ignacio

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Lamanai Temple Mayan Ruins in Belize.
Lamanai Temple Mayan Ruins in Belize.
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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.

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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! (613 reviews)
Very clean, helpful staff, cute room…we only were able toasty one night but would return. Love the elevated cabin with the screened in porch and hammock. Comfortable.

Reviewed on 24 February 2026

Cahal Pech Village Resort
Cassia Hill Resort

Cassia Hill Resort

3 out of 5
Mile 68 George Price Western Highway San Ignacio Cayo
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (142 reviews)
Had a fabulous stay at Cassia Hill. Had a duplex style studio overlooking the gorgeously cared for grounds (#2). The room was surrounded by huge windows to enjoy the lush trees and plants from inside. The staff were incredibly kind and helpful both before and during my stay. Shout out to Aby who ...

Reviewed on 19 February 2026

Cassia Hill Resort
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! (193 reviews)
My wife and I recently stayed at Falling Leaves for four nights on our honeymoon, and it was a wonderful experience. Paula and the rest of the team were incredibly accommodating and friendly. At my request, they even decorated the room for Valentine’s Day as a surprise for my wife, which meant a ...

Reviewed on 27 February 2026

Falling Leaves Lodge
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Chial Reserve

Chial Reserve

4.5 out of 5
Chial Road San Ignacio Cayo District
Book a stay at this luxury villa in San Ignacio. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attractions Belize Botanic Gardens and Xunantunich ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5 reviews)
Amazing property!

Reviewed on 14 December 2025

Chial Reserve
Beautiful Home with Mountain Views and Pool

Beautiful Home with Mountain Views and Pool

San Ignacio Town Cayo District
Stay at this vacation home in San Ignacio. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
10/10 Exceptional! (86 reviews)
Wonderful! No complaints! The lodging was perfect for our group of 6 (3 couples). It was well stocked and very clean! Terry was very accommodating, including arranging transportation for excursions and back to airport! Highly recommend!

Reviewed on 18 February 2026

Beautiful Home with Mountain Views and Pool
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! (25 reviews)
We had a great stay at the Santa Cruz Cabins. We asked if we could drop our bags off early and Juliet and Tony were very accommodating. They made us feel very welcome and were more than happy to tell us about things to do and see in the area. The Cabin was very clean and comfortable. We had an early ...

Reviewed on 14 February 2026

Santa Cruz Cabins
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Reviews of San Ignacio

4.4
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 46%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 49%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 5%
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4/5 - Good

DeanandDawn

Not a resort town. Easy access to ATM and Tikal makes it a stop you’ll want to include

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

The Resort had everything we needed so we didn’t really get to visit much of San Ignacio, though we did a great chocolate making class there.

5/5 - Excellent

Ann

Great affordable base for the solo traveler!!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Rio on Pools & Big Rock Falls are beautiful.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Close to Xunantunich, which is the second largest man made structure in Belize. 360 views of Belize & Guatemala.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

There are a couple of one-way bridges in and out of San Ignacio. Look for the small turn off signs to get to San Ignacio (its across the river from Santa Elena, which is one the main highway).