Vanilla Hills Lodge

3.0 star property
3-star guestrooms with balconies

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Restaurant
Bungalow, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden View (Orchid) | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated
Daily continental breakfast (USD 7 per person)
Superior Tree House, 1 King Bed, Garden View (Gumbo Limbo & Guanacaste) | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

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Explore the area

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VANILLA HILLS RD, San Ignacio, Cayo
  • Popular LocationSan Ignacio & Santa Elena House of Culture6 min drive
  • Popular LocationSan Ignacio Market6 min drive
  • Popular LocationCahal Pech Mayan Ruins7 min drive
  • AirportBelize City (BZE-Philip S. W. Goldson Intl.)113 min drive

Room options

Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Hill View (Villa Vista)

  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bungalow, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden View (Orchid)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

House, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View (Coconut Tree House)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Bungalow, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen, Garden View (Hibiscus)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Tree House, 1 King Bed, Garden View (Gumbo Limbo & Guanacaste)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

San Ignacio

On river.You'll find Masewal Forest Garden Medicinal Trail and Branch Mouth within 3 miles (5 km) of this hotel. Ajaw Chocolate & Crafts and San Ignacio & Santa Elena House of Culture are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Masewal Forest Garden Medicinal Trail - 4 min drive
  • San Ignacio & Santa Elena House of Culture - 6 min drive
  • San Ignacio Market - 6 min drive
  • Green Iguana Conservation Project - 7 min drive
  • Cahal Pech Mayan Ruins - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • San Ignacio (CYD-Town Airstrip) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ko-Ox Han-Nah - 6 min drive
  • Tolacca Smokehouse - 7 min drive
  • Bennys Kitchen - 13 min drive
  • Bambu Tea + Coffee (Santa Elena) - 9 min drive
  • Hode's - 7 min drive

About this property

Vanilla Hills Lodge

3-star guestrooms with balconies
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at Vanilla Hills Lodge. Self parking is free.

This 3-star San Ignacio hotel is smoke free.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Vanilla Hills Lodge offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and ceiling fans. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. This San Ignacio hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Cribs/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are couples treatment room(s) available. Services include massages and manicures and pedicures.

Languages

English, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available for a fee: USD 7 for adults and USD 7 for children
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Outdoor space

  • Balcony/patio

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Limited room service
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Portable fan
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 47 per accommodation

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 7 for adults and USD 7 for children

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

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-out is available.

Property Registration Number HOT01779

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Vanilla Hills Lodge Hotel
Vanilla Hills Lodge SAN IGNACIO
Vanilla Hills Lodge Hotel SAN IGNACIO

Frequently asked questions

How close is Vanilla Hills Lodge to the airport?

Vanilla Hills Lodge is 7.4 mi (18-min drive) away from the San Ignacio (CYD-Town Airstrip) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Vanilla Hills Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Vanilla Hills Lodge offers an airport shuttle.

Does Vanilla Hills Lodge offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Vanilla Hills Lodge, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 7 for adults and USD 7 for children.

Is there a casino at Vanilla Hills Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Vanilla Hills Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Vanilla Hills Lodge?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Vanilla Hills Lodge have a pool?

Vanilla Hills Lodge features an outdoor pool.

Does Vanilla Hills Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Vanilla Hills Lodge have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages and mani/pedis.

How close is Vanilla Hills Lodge to downtown San Ignacio?

Vanilla Hills Lodge is 0.8 mi away from Bullet Tree Falls.

Vanilla Hills Lodge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Farrah

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A stay at Vanilla Hills Lodge was nothing short of exceptional. Right from the beginning, the communication with Claudia was smooth and easy, setting the tone for a welcoming experience. The organization, professionalism, and warm greeting upon arrival by the staff made us feel truly valued. The excellent hotel boasts a prime location. The cleanliness and comfort of the accommodations exceeded our expectations. The property's beauty and relaxing atmosphere were complemented by the outdoor dining room, offering a picturesque backdrop for delicious meals and birdwatching. The pool, overlooking the hills, provided a delightful space for both relaxation and fun. Our spacious room in the trees was beyond gorgeous and provided such an amazing retreat with fantastic views. The daily towel animal creations by housekeeping added a fun touch to our stay. The hospitality at Vanilla Hills Lodge is truly outstanding. Claudia and the team were consistently friendly and helpful throughout our stay. They went above and beyond by organizing all our transportation needs and two fabulous excursions to Tikal and the ATM cave. The staff added a personal touch to our trip by checking on us often and providing valuable advice on other local attractions, restaurants, and amenities. The overall experience was a true testament to the dedication of Claudia and the staff to providing exceptional hospitality. We highly recommend Vanilla Hills Lodge. Thank you to Claudia and the entire staff!

10/10 Excellent

Alana, Seattle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the quiet peaceful setting of the resort. The pool area, grounds and restaurant were all beautiful and well kept. We were very impressed and would love to return one day!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay at Vanilla Hills with our 4 children. We stayed at the villa. There was plenty of space for the 6 of us. The property was gorgeous with opportunities to see wildlife each morning, including Toucans and Coatis. We loved swimming in the pool and sitting on our porch. We ate dinner and breakfast at the restaurant each day and the food was amazing and fairly priced! They had plenty of vegetarian options. All the staff at Vanilla Hilla were so kind and accommodating and willing to answer questions. We felt very comfortable and welcomed here. This place is really special!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved everything about Vanilla Hills, the treehouse was awesome the food was delicious and the staff is great. The activities we booked with their help were fantastic. The crystal cave tour with Sisco and the day trip to Tikal exceeded expectations. The whole experience was the best part of our vacation and we visited 4 other places none were as memorable as Vanilla Hills and San Ignacio.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Malorie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing time staying at Vanilla Hills Lodge. The owners were very nice and helpful, as well as all of the staff we encountered. We loved seeing all of the wildlife while eating breakfast and dinner on site. The easy access to town was very nice too, so we were able to do some shopping and eating out too. We were able to book an outing through the site and also go out on our own with our car rental. I highly recommend staying here. We absolutely loved it!

10/10 Excellent

Sharee

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An absolutely amazing stay in the jungle. Comfortable, gorgeous, excellent restaurant, and stellar customer service.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All around outstanding experience. The lodge is beautiful, the staff is friendly and helpful, the food is great.

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful experience and will have long lasting memories of a fantastic location, really enjoyed the delicious meals while watching the wildlife surrounding us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff members were all welcoming. Helped us get our taxi for excursions. The owners were working very hard and came out and spoke with us. I highly recommend staying here. We will be back. Thank you for a wonderful experience.The pool is so relaxing. The tree house highly recommend as well. We love Belize..
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Vanilla Hills Lodge is simply outstanding. My wife and I were treated with such gracious hospitality. The location is lovely and the staff is incredibly helpful. There are so many good things to say about this place and its wonderful owners, Claudia and Franklin. They did everything they could to make sure that we had an amazing experience during our time here. Accommodations were clean and incredibly comfortable. Setting is simply lovely. We found the dining experience to be superb with excellent wait staff and superb cuisine. We look forward to returning here.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023