On river.Your stay at this San Ignacio guesthouse places you within a 10-minute walk of San Ignacio & Santa Elena House of Culture and Macal River. San Ignacio Market and Ajaw Chocolate & Crafts are also within half a mile (1 km).
San Ignacio & Santa Elena House of Culture - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
San Ignacio Market - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
Green Iguana Conservation Project - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
Ajaw Chocolate & Crafts - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
Getting around
San Ignacio (CYD-Town Airstrip) - 15 min drive
Restaurants
Ko-Ox Han-Nah - 7 min walk
The Hive - 3 min drive
Hode's - 15 min walk
The Guava Limb Café - 14 min walk
Coffee De Los Mayas - 8 min walk
About this property
Wish Willy Riverview Cabana
Private, Secure, Macal Riverfront guest Cabana with small kitchen. Fenced property with automatic gate opener and off street parking. WiFi, Cable TV, A/C, Hot and cold water in shower. Walking distance to shops, restaurants and the large market in San Igancio.
Our place is close to the city center, great views, restaurants and dining, art and culture, and parks. You’ll love our place because of the views, the location, and privacy. Our place is good for couples, solo adventurers, and business travelers.
Close to everything. Easy access to taxis and buses. Walking distance to downtown and the market (10 minutes).
Beautiful views of downtown San Ignacio and the rain forest. Property sits high above the river. There is a covered picnic table area with a plug in and light. Laundry facilities as well as filtered water onsite. No need to buy bottled water!!
Owners live on this private property and we are not a public resort or hotel.
Check in time is anywhere between 12-6 pm. Just give us a smaller window of arrival so we can be here to welcome you. And checkout is 11 am, but we are very flexible. If you need special arrangements we will do everything possible to accommodate you.
Easy access to tours, transportation, restaurants, banks, churches, stores. We will book any tours you want with our trusted local tour company. So many options and so many things to do. So many great restaurants/bars. Ask us and we can recommend some of our favorites.
Off street parking is included. Public transportation and taxis are plentiful. We are two blocks off the George Price Highway in Santa Elena. Most tour companies will pick you up at our gate.
We have filtered water on site, no need to buy water!! We also have laundry facilities on property for you to use for a small fee.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No elevator (single-level property)
Room amenities
Entertainment
TV with cable/satellite channels
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Kitchen
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
More
Air conditioning
Dryer
Iron/ironing board
Living room
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
Guesthouse Wish Willy Riverview Cabana Right on the Macal River
Wish Willy Riverview Cabana Right Macal River Guesthouse
Wish Willy Riverview Cabana Right Macal River
Wish Willy Riverview Cabana Guesthouse
Wish Willy Riverview Cabana Right on the Macal River Santa Elena
Wish Willy Riverview Cabana Right Macal River Santa Elena
Wish Willy Riverview Cabana San Ignacio
Wish Willy Riverview Cabana Guesthouse San Ignacio
Wish Willy Riverview Cabana Right on the Macal River
Frequently asked questions
How close is Wish Willy Riverview Cabana to the airport?
This guesthouse is 6.9 mi (15-min drive) away from the San Ignacio (CYD-Town Airstrip) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Wish Willy Riverview Cabana have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this guesthouse.
Does Wish Willy Riverview Cabana offer free breakfast?
This guesthouse does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Wish Willy Riverview Cabana?
No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.
What time is check-in at Wish Willy Riverview Cabana?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Wish Willy Riverview Cabana?
Free parking is not available at this guesthouse.
Does Wish Willy Riverview Cabana have a pool?
This guesthouse does not have a pool.
Does Wish Willy Riverview Cabana have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.
How close is Wish Willy Riverview Cabana to downtown San Ignacio?
This guesthouse is 1 mi away from Santa Elena.
Wish Willy Riverview Cabana Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
8/10 Good
Julie H.
Feb 10, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Julie and Gary were vwry welcoming and accomodating hosts! Julie gave us a quick tour of the town and gave us great recommendations for dining and excursions. The loxlcation was great and enjoyed the dog greetings too! Sunset view was amazing!
Julie H.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
10/10 Excellent
Joe P.
Jan 5, 2026
Joe P.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
mike
Traveled with partner
Dec 30, 2025
Liked: Amenities
Julie and Gary were excellent hosts. They provided wonderful concierge service. From arranging day adventures to recommending wonderful restaurants, they made everything easy and pleasurable. A short walk from town was nice after a meal or visit to the town marketplace.
Julie and Gary were so lovely and helpful during our stay. Make sure you get some of Julie’s salsa!!
Amanda
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cindy T.
Apr 6, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wish Willy Wanderingd
This delightful spot is perched on a bank with a lovely overlook of the Macal River. The hosts are wonderful and love sharing their deck and Riverview area with their guests. Both Julie and Gary bend over backwards to help their quests have as lovely a stay in the San Ignacio area as oossible. I highly recommend this Vrbo property.
Cindy T.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Shirley D.
Feb 5, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Best stay in the area!
Such a delight! We are on a mission trip with lots of tools in our vehicle. The gated parking is what drew our attention. Our Hosts were wonderful, and we felt like family from the start. Walking into town was a treat.
Shirley D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Charlene S.
Feb 1, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location
Julie and Gary are amazing hosts. Great hospitality, lots of information and help with the local venues. Looking over the river and the deck area was great for watching birds. We would definitely like to return when we get back to Belize.
Charlene S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
8/10 Good
Kaylin G., Austin, TX, United States
Feb 25, 2019
Quaint vacation rental with lovely owners
Our stay (husband and I) overall was a great one. The best part was the owners - Julie was such a joy to chat with and always eager to be helpful and friendly. The location was very close to many restaurants, supermarkets - very central to Santa Elena and San Ignacio both. We felt extremely safe while staying at this property the entire time. The vacation rental is a bit dated but it suited our needs just fine other than the bed. The only reason I give the rental 4 stars instead of 5 is because the bed mattress and pillows were very uncomfortable and made it difficult for us to get some quality sleep. Overall would recommend the property, though, and would return if the sleeping situation were improved!