The Lodge at ChaaCreek

We just returned from our third visit at Chaa Creek. It truly is a magical place. This time we were given a complementary upgrade to one of the Ix Chel Villas. Wow, it was beautiful, with a nice balcony overlooking the rainforest and a private hot tub. We did 2 wonderful tours, Xunantunich and Barton Creek Cave. Darren was our guide and he was excellent, so knowledgeable of Mayan History! The amenities at the resort are great, the gorgeous infinity pool, the butterfly exhibit, the various trails around the property and the lush surroundings, all make for a very relaxing stay. The staff here are so friendly and accommodating, they really make the resort a five star experience!

We loved our stay at Chaa Creek. Although the weather didn’t cooperate with us being able to do as many activities as we would have liked, our family, including little kids, all had a wonderful time. We stayed in the glass houses and they were wonderful and accommodated a lot of our crew.

Our stay at Chaa Creek was remarkable. We were struck by the wide range of activities which included canoeing on the nearby Macal River, the spa, guided night treks through the jungle, exciting well-managed offsite tours (we did Barton Creek and Tikal), and relaxing by the pool. The food, drink, and service at the restaurant and bar were great. The staff was categorically excellent - there is a sense of pride and ownership that is clear to guests. The most notable part of our trip was the tour of Tikal which I highly recommend. Specifically, our guide Yumi was unbelievable in her knowledge of the site and area as well as her general enthusiasm. We are grateful to have had the opportunity to visit Tikal and to have had such an outstanding guide.

Everything about this resort and our stay there was wonderful! The rooms are charming and luxurious with a huge indoor and outdoor shower. The grounds are breathtakingly beautiful! The staff is attentive and very kind! A special thank you to Marco the night manager - he was everywhere and always so kind, Dwyane the bar manager who created the most beautiful and tasty cocktails, Jose who was often our waiter and very kind and helpful, and our RTV guide Leones(?) who gave us a great tour of the property and really helped my son to get some great wildlife shots. Also, our driver to and from the airport, Julian, who is not on the staff, but who gave us a great introduction to Belize on our drive from the Airport. We enjoyed our birdwatching in the early morning, RTV tour, canoeing with our guide Mr. Excellent, sitting by the beautiful pool, visiting the Blue Morpho butterfly house and watching and hearing the howler monkeys high in the trees (they seemed to be quiet at night). It is obvious that this resort is a labor of love for the owners. Thank you!

This place is absolutely beautiful. Our little cottage was cozy and clean with beautiful views of lush garden and tons of exotic birds. Chaa creek also offers many onsite activities such as horseback, canoeing and guided hikes. Service was impeccable. From the servers to the concierge, everyone made sure we had what we needed for a great stay. We would definitely recommend this place and are even contemplating going back with our family.

Our stay at Chaa Creek was absolutely unforgettable. Nestled in the heart of the jungle, the lodge offered the perfect combination of tranquility and adventure given their unique location/ proximity to major attractions. The staff were incredibly and uniquely welcoming and knowledgeable from our initial contact to departure. Lydia helped us arrange initial logistics and some tours. Our room was comfortable, well-maintained, and had a special view of this fig tree that was always packed with Toucans and other special bird as well as visits from the howler monkeys. The bar has an incredible selection of locally themed infused rum, vodka and tequila as well as usual brands and they mix great cocktails. We had every meal at the lodge and it never disappointed or got boring since they change the menu/ theme every night. They operate their own tours and every tour we joined equally impressed us particularly the ATM cave tour with knowledgeable guide, Alexie, that made the experience a once in a lifetime and safe experience. We took advantage of proximity to the Guatemala border and visited Tikal but opted for a private tour given the all day tour and mixed lodge clientele age/ range. We were debating about the fact our room wouldn’t have air conditioning but it was not a problem at all as the climate was very mild and they have so many fans in the room that in fact we sometime had to turn off. It is very safe and you see and hear wild life all day and night but if you’re a light sleeper like me, you may want to pack your ear plugs for when monkeys go too crazy or the family staying at the next lodge enjoy their time and are too loud because you can hear them. It truly felt like an oasis, and we can’t wait to return!