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Alma Del Rio Eco Comfort - Riverfront Eco Lodge Near San Ignacio

  •  Type: House
  •  Beds: 4
  •  Baths: 3
  •  Sleeps: 11

Description

For true nature lovers, Alma del Rio is an award-winning riverfront eco-retreat on the Macal River, just 10 minutes from San Ignacio. Our artistic, eco-crafted homes blend nature and comfort. Swim in the river, use complimentary paddle boards, enjoy wildlife, relax with on-site massages, and join traditional Maya cooking classes. Wake to birds, fall asleep to river sounds, and experience the real magic of Belize.
 
Alma Del Rio is the Belize Tourism Board winner for Best Small Accommodations of the Year and a certified Health & Safety Gold Standard property. This unique, artistic riverfront eco-retreat on the Macal River features two homes, La Alma & Casa Sophia, located 40 feet apart and just 10 minutes from San Ignacio along the Pine Ridge Road.
 
Our artfully crafted homes are nestled into nature and designed for comfort, connection, and slow living. Relax in screened river lounges, enjoy fast Wi-Fi for remote work, and watch colorful birds and wildlife daily.
 
Follow the path to your private river beach and secluded island (seasonal). Enjoy complimentary paddle boards, inflatable kayak, picnic gear, towels, water shoes, and a cooler.
 
Enhance your stay with on-site massage services and traditional Maya cooking classes — connecting you to local culture in a meaningful way.
 
We offer a food forest, herb garden, tropical fruit, coffee, tea, handmade soaps, a fully equipped kitchen, hot & cold showers, board games, and a spacious dining area. Kids and pets are welcome.
 
Our homes are eco-friendly with solar hot water, energy-efficient lighting, biodegradable products, and minimal plastic use. No AC — but river breezes and passive cooling keep rooms comfortable.
 
Nature note: This is a true jungle environment. You may see insects or small critters, hear geckos clicking at night, and occasionally hear traffic during Pine Ridge Road rush hours — all part of the natural soundtrack of Belize.
 
Close to ATM Cave, Caracol Ruins, Mountain Pine Ridge, Barton Creek Cave, San Ignacio Market, and jungle adventures.
 
This is not just accommodation — it is a wellness, nature, and cultural escape in the heart of Belize.

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Terms & Conditions

100% refund up to 60 days before arrival

Price Details

Dates Nightly Weekly Monthly
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14 May 2026 - 14 May 2027
(2 Nights Min stay) 		$395.00    

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House Rules
Check-in: 3 pm
Check-out: 11 am
 

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Guest Reviews

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Spencer McKeough

We loved the place


We loved the place, the houses were beautiful with some high quality wooden furnishings. We spent some very peaceful mornings reading and watching birds, although no toucans for us unfortunately. Overall a wonderful way to end our time in Belize. Dora was super kind and helpful at check-in. The provided guide to San Ignacio was also super helpful. check in

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Trey Schutrumpf

Great Host!!


Everything about Alma del Rio was amazing! The houses are beautiful and the garden/forest is part of each one. We spent all of our time at the houses on the porch watching the birds and listening to the frogs and monkeys. If/when I go back to Belize I will stay her again!

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David Shelton

Great Location


The porch and kitchen became a focal point for our family, with EVERYONE spending time there instead of individual rooms. This was great because often people tend to go do their own thing, and due to the feng shui of this villa, it seemed to me that everyone was naturally drawn to the communal spaces (especially once someone misses seeing a toucan).