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Exterior
Couples dining
Waterfall View Suite | View from room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
$274
$254 nightly
$274 total
Total with taxes and fees
Apr 30 - May 1

Explore the area

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Mountain Pine Ridge, San Ignacio
  • Place, Five Sisters Falls
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Big Rock Waterfalls
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Cahal Pech Mayan Ruins
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Ignacio (CYD-Town Airstrip)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Room options

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Waterfall View Cabana

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Mountain View Cabana

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Waterfall View Suite | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Waterfall View Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Riverside Villa

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Trundle Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Hillside Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

San Ignacio

With a stay at Gaia Riverlodge in San Ignacio, you'll be 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Five Sisters Falls and 9.8 mi (15.8 km) from Rio on Pools. .This spa hotel is 11.7 mi (18.8 km) from Barton Creek Cave Reserve and 13.5 mi (21.7 km) from Thousand Foot Falls.

What's nearby

  • Five Sisters Falls - 1 min drive - 0.3 miles
  • Big Rock Waterfalls - 9 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • San Ignacio Market - 55 min drive - 24.2 miles
  • San Ignacio & Santa Elena House of Culture - 55 min drive - 24.2 miles
  • Cahal Pech Mayan Ruins - 57 min drive - 25.1 miles

Getting around

  • San Ignacio (CYD-Town Airstrip) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Upe Nai - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Five Sisters Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Oxmul Coffee - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Maripose Jungle Lodge: Poolside Bar - ‬18 min drive

About this property

Gaia Riverlodge

Gaia Riverlodge offers 18 accommodations with safes and ceiling fans. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Beds feature Frette Italian sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, and complimentary toiletries. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a lazy river and complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 1 treatment room. Services include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.
Make yourself at home in one of the 18 individually decorated guestrooms. Your bed comes with down comforters and Frette Italian sheets. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and bathrobes. Conveniences include safes and separate sitting areas, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages and facials. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
At Gaia Riverlodge, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary continental breakfast is included.
Featured amenities include a computer station, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Guests are offered a complimentary continental breakfast.
Gaia Riverlodge has a restaurant on site.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Bicycle shuttle
  • Bicycle tours
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Lazy river
  • Library
  • Mountain biking

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Swedish massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Ceiling fan
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 16 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 16 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: BZD 428.75 per room (one-way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 16 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Property is also known as

Gaia Riverlodge Hotel San Ignacio
Gaia Riverlodge San Ignacio
Gaia Riverlodge Hotel
Gaia Riverlodge Hotel
Gaia Riverlodge San Ignacio
Gaia Riverlodge Hotel San Ignacio

Gaia Riverlodge Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 195 out of 212 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 212 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 212 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 212 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 212 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Markus

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The resort and entire staff is simply amazing! The onsite restaurant is excellent! The riverside beach makes for a relaxing setting with great waterside service from the bar and restaurant. The tours are led by very knowledgeable guides who are proud to share their culture and heritage.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Janelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful resort with very friendly and helpful staff. Most comfortable bed of our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aoife

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This hotel is the most unique and special place I think we’ve ever stayed! The property is absolutely beautiful. The five sisters waterfall on property takes the place of a resort pool and it is the most gorgeous and peaceful place to spend a day. We ended up spending two full days down there since we loved it so much. The rooms are beautiful. My husband was nervous about how hot it might be without AC, but it was not a problem at all. The service was incredible. Most of the staff at the hotel knew all four of our names and treated us like family. If I had to get a con, for us Americans, the drive into the property was challenging. I definitely recommend not doing it at night your first time and taking it very slow. But we did it multiple times over our stay of four nights and we were fine as long as you go slow. The only other issue we experienced was the tram to take you down to the waterfalls was broken during your thing. That seemed to be a fluke, but it was very disappointing as the steps up and down a challenge and there was no food or drink service down there. But we would absolutely stay here again! We were there with our two teenage daughters and it was everyone’s favorite place we have ever stayed!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russ

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, great food, great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This may have been our favorite hotel ever for our family of four, including two teens. It was gorgeous and so unique, and the hospitality was off the charts. Every staff knew our names. They were all incredible, but especially Kobe! And the waterfall and pools were amazing to swim in. We planned on spending one free day there but ended up being there for two because nobody wanted to leave them! If I had to find a criticism, the tram to the waterfall was broken while we were there. This seemed to be unusual but was a big hardship me with a bad knee. It is also fairly remote and the road is a bit scary to drive at night but we ended up doing it. It was worth it. We hope to be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daphne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located in the pine ridge reserve over looking waterfall, the view is stunning. Private waterfall natural pool lounging area is available to the guests. Room is cozy and comfortable, smaller than expected. Complimentary breakfast is great since there are only two high-end restaurants within 25 minutes drive. It is expensive to dine in the hotel. Landscape and the surrounding nature is beautiful. It is close to Big Rock waterfall. There is no AC in the room, but we didn’t feel hot as the mountain is cooling. However, the approximately to the fall does make all our clothings quite damp. The staff are extremely friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We stayed in the villa and it was wonderful! Very spacious, private, and quaint - I would describe it as rustic luxury. The staff at Gaia is great - everyone goes above and beyond! There is a lot to see and do nearby - especially if you're active. It was a great 4-night stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property is very nice overall and the employees were wonderful. Location is lovely with easy access to the waterfall and beautiful sunsets from the deck. Only issue was the water pressure was weak in our our mountain view bungalow. Due to the location you are somewhat hostage to the restaurant as it's a bit of a trek to get out. Fortunately the kitchen did a great job and we enjoyed the meals and the drinks. They were accommodating for early morning departures and would pack up to-go breakfasts if you let them know the night before. Coffee delivery to the room was also greatly appreciated. Overall it's recommended and we would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Scenic location with grest service. Staff was on point, professional and on top of the small things
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I can't say enough wonderful things about our stay at Gaia. The rooms are amazing, we had a waterfall room with the peaceful sound of the waterfall in the background and their service was outstanding!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was incredible. Clean and always ready for us. Staff is excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nhan

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful lodge!

We loved it at Gaia! Already want to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

casey

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was great. The waterfalls on site are stunning. The views from the restaurant are amazing and the staff was great. They were always friendly and attentive. The only complaint is that it needs some sort of AC for during the day. Fans weren't enough to keep the room cool in the hot season. Other times of the year I'm sure it's perfect. I'd still highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOSEPH

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gaïa is a dream. We loved every second of our stay. Massages at the waterfall, dinner, the amazing room, coffee service to your room in the am. The staff was so friendly and kind. They have literally thought of everything. Our only mistake was not staying longer.🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property! Very expensive but was very thankful I got at least one night experience at Gaia. Waking up to the 5 Sisters waterfalls is magical. Especially loved the garden and was very lucky to get a tour from farmer Pat. We also did a night jungle walk and we enjoyed that a lot as well.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gaia has an Amazing location perched above a beautiful waterfall. Three days was sufficient for us—gave us time to tour a Mayan Ruin and canoe thru a nearby cave. The food was outstanding as was the staff. Javier and Freddie really made the stay next level. The road in needs some attention, beyond that our stay was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaime

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Book IMMEDIATELY!!!!

Phenomenal is an understatement. The property is stunning, and the service is out of this world. Special thanks to Selvi, Freddy, and Javier for taking exceptional care of us. Definitely get a waterfall room! We can’t wait to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Jonathan, Wilmington

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great staff and beautiful property BUT they need to take resposability for the road into the property. It was pure hell going in and out
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff and facilities were amazing. We did a guided tour nearly every day. Every guide was phenomenal - knowledgeable, friendly, helpful. Everything you could ask for. The river is so relaxing we could have stayed there all day and would have been thrilled. Cannot recommend enough.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Delightful and very picturesque in the middle of the Belize jungle. Staff, food and location are great - it is remote but beautiful!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025