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Mystic River Resort

3.5 star property
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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Cloud9 Suite, Private Pool, River View | Private pool
Bar (on property)
Hallway
Studio Suite, River View | View from room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Mile 6 Cristo Rey Road, San Ignacio, Cayo
  • Place, Macal River
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, San Ignacio Market
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Cahal Pech Mayan Ruins
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Ignacio (CYD-Town Airstrip)
    ‪13 min drive‬
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1 Bedroom Suite, River View | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

1 Bedroom Suite, River View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • River view
  • 58 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Studio Suite, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • River view
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Cloud9 Suite, Private Pool, River View | Balcony

Cloud9 Suite, Private Pool, River View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • River view
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Mystic River Resort

This resort features 2 outdoor pools, a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a lazy river, spa services and conference space.
Mystic River Resort offers 15 accommodations with fireplaces and a safe. Rooms open to balconies. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. This San Ignacio resort provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Bathrooms include a shower, bathrobes and hairdryers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a lazy river.

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

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages and facials.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Mystic River Resort. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Belize Botanic Gardens. Features include free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking.
  • Free continental breakfast served daily
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy local and international cuisine while dining at La Ranita Restaurant
  • Splash around at the lazy river or swim in the 2 outdoor pools
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance and a porter
  • On-site recreation includes rowing/canoeing, hiking/biking trails and horse riding/rentals
  • Guests have great things to say about the overall condition of the property and the helpful staff
  • 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Belize Botanic Gardens and 7.5 mi (12.1 km) from San Ignacio Market
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
As a guest of Mystic River Resort, you'll find 2 outdoor swimming pools, a lazy river, and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this resort measures 240 square feet (22 square metres) and includes conference space. Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the family-friendly Mystic River Resort. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star San Ignacio resort.

Guests are served a free continental breakfast daily from 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM.
La Ranita Restaurant – This restaurant specialises in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available.
Palapa Bar – On-site bar. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • La Ranita Restaurant
  • Palapa Bar

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Books
  • Canoeing
  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Farming classes
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Lazy river
  • Library
  • Water sports equipment
  • Wine tasting room
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Baby toys
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lazy river

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 240 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (61 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • 20 buildings
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Limited room service

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Fireplace
  • Individual decor
  • LED lighting
  • Portable fan
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out

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 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Mystic River Resort

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 41.65 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 160 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 41.65 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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, debit cards and cash
Air conditioning is not provided
Some water is reused through a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Mystic River Resort offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM.
Guests arriving after 5:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Mystic River Resort

Mystic River Resort San Ignacio

Mystic River San Ignacio

Mystic River Resort Resort

Mystic River Resort San Ignacio

Mystic River Resort Resort San Ignacio

Mystic River Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 364 out of 414 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 414 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 414 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 414 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 414 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
My wife and I had a wonderful stay at Mystic River Resort! The location in the jungle, near the Macal River, is magical! ALL of the staff provided warm and exceptional customer service - special shout outs to Florita, Dervin, Steve, Ebias, Leo, and Augusto. The complimentary birding tour was a delight and a favorite of ours. The Guide was so knowledgeable (we can't remember his name - sorry!) but we loved seeing the birds and learning more about Belize/Belizean culture on our drive back to Belize City (he was also our driver). All of the food and drinks were incredible - we especially loved the buffet when we first arrived and the nice cold Belikin - some of the best food we had the entire trip! We also enjoyed a couples massage, which was so relaxing along the Macal River listening to the birds and water flow by. We loved our cottage as well - the bed was very comfortable, the fireplace made for a cozy, romantic setting, and the balcony was our favorite spot to enjoy the morning Coffee Basket! :) Gio and Sylvia were both very helpful in coordinating our excursions and activities, transportation, and answering our many questions! We definitely hope to return to Mystic River Resort again in the future! Thank you for setting the bar high for our Belizean adventure and helping us create such wonderful memories!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Christy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This resort is a slice of paradise. The employees made it heaven. They went out of their way every day to make us feel welcomed and as a vegan, had zero issues making nearly all my meals while I was there 4 days! The resort was super quiet, blended with nature perfectly, and met every need. Must do tours are Tikal and ATM cave, but be warned ATM requires physical ability to scramble huge rocks and is not for the claustrophobic.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff tours facilities and food were all excellent. Especially the food.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very accommodating to various needs and desires.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Isabeau

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
This resort was disappointing overall. It’s located far from San Ignacio village, which meant that at night we felt pretty stuck on the property. Because of that, we had no real option other than eating at the hotel restaurant, where the prices are extremely high and the food was mediocre at best. The grounds are attractive and the river access is nice, but the experience felt heavily focused on pushing paid tours and activities at inflated prices rather than creating a relaxing stay. The room was just okay, somewhat outdated and not as clean as we would have expected. While the setting has potential, the location, pricing, and overall value didn’t justify the cost.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ryan and Beth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very attentive and nice. They took the time to know our names, our likes and made sure we weee taken care of. The room was very comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was so friendly and helpful!! Room was nice and big. Bed very comfortable!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Adrian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice appointed and spacious. It had a spectacular balcony with a view of the river. Views from resto and bar equally gorgeous. Farm to table food at restaurant was also excellent, but cocktails from bar were mostly average. Staff was very attentive and friendly, especially at the restaurant.The property is generally nicely manicured, especially around the jungle pool. But some of the other trails could use a bit of maintenace and a refresh. For instance there are a lot of informational placards around about the local flora but they are mostly faded and unreadable. The organic bath amenities and body scrub provided was a nice touch. However, we were very disappointed to find that almost none of the complimentary canoes, kayaks or inner tubes for use on the river were in working order. That was a big draw for choosing to stay here and I'm surprised that they didn't have them ready to go for high season. Unfortunately had to ding a star for that.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rosslyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was as it should be; attentive and friendly staff, spotless accommodation, great food, lots to do both on and off the property. What made this place special for me was the setting and the resort's commitment to eco friendliness, and sharing their appreciation of this incredible jungle location!

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Walter Stanley Orzol

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Memorable 5 night stay at Mystic River. The staff made every day, every meal, every drive, every tour special and pleasant. We toured Xunantunich and Tikal and allowed days to relax at resort. The jungle offered quiet peace. Very eco-friendly! Thank you all!
Painkiller
Xunantunich
El castillo
Cabana balcony time
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Marcel, Saskatoon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, location and staff. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

RICHARD

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Marina, Brooklyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Couldn't say enough great things about this place! It is truly a jungle paradise! The property is located on a huge piece of land overlooking the river, exceptionally well maintained, with exotic flowers everywhere, the peaceful views on the river with nothing but the birds as background, the hiking trails, everything is just wonderful! The room was very nice, rustic, and cool, with the fireplace as a very nice touch - it was a bit chilly in the evenings and we really enjoyed lighting the fire :). They also have a vegetable and fruit garden, which they use for the restaurant meals. The food was great - they have a Dinner special menu that's different every night and it was very good! And also very reasonably priced. But most of all, it is truly the people that made the stay exceptional, everyone, from the reception to the gardener to the restaurant and bar staff to the random worker we'd meet while exploring the property grounds were just so nice and kind! All in all, it exceeded our expectations and we highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a peaceful and beautiful place to stay between adventures in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, responsive staff, clean rooms and a mystic jungle setting.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Britannia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was fantastic, a true luxury treehouse in the jungle. The property and staff were amazing, we actually cancelled our offsite tour to enjoy all of the onsite offerings. So much attention to detail and felt at home immediately! We will definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The resort was easy to find, well maintained and the staff were super friendly and accomodating. The food was very good.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tom, Boise

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, clean and well appointed rooms, excellent service.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Roderick

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a lovely stay. The staff were excellent. The only things I would suggest is that the room could benefit from a heated towel rail as towels didn’t dry very quickly. Also a tea making facility would be nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were excellent and helpful and accommodating. The place was beautiful. We loved our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paige

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan, Auburn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Lizhi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Clean room; shower a bit weak; I suggest changing the lighting fixtures to all 3000K instead of mixing warm and cold colors. The cold color temperature really gives a cheap feel. Service: Nice staffs. Friendly owner. Food: Too expensive for the quality. Special dinner menu had no price written and surprised us how expensive it was for the small portion. Premium price is fine but the quality needs to match up. There are great restaurants in the village, and belize is not lack of good food. I think it's worth consulting a good reputable chelf to curate the menu for this hotel. Wild life: Monkeys are not there for December yet but lots of different types of birds. I enjoyed watching the feeding in the restaurant in the morning. Additional thought: The hotel is designed by the owner themselves and built by the staffs who are still working there. It brought a personal touch after talking to them and learning about how this place was established. Every stone work, every road design, was designed and made by these people who really loves this place. I think it's a missed opportunity that they don't show you that, you kind of have to find the right person to chat to and ask. We are lucky to made a friend there, and after learning about the history, was appreciating the place more.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025