Vanilla Hills Resort offers spacious bungalows located in the lush tropical jungle outside of San Ignacio. It is a short walk from the Mopan River and offers free Wi-Fi and parking.
Each bungalow here features cozy wooden décor and comes equipped with a seating area, a kitchenette and a private bathroom with a shower and toilet. They also have a private terrace overlooking the gardens.
Vanilla Hills Resort serves a wide variety of organic meals for breakfast and dinner, and guests can also prepare meals in their bungalows. There is a market within 3.7 mi of the property.
The Mayan ruins of Xunantunich can be reached in a 20-minute drive, while Philip SW Goldson Airport outside Belize City is 78 mi away.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
“The grounds are beautiful
The cottages are isolated but close to the pool and small restaurant and lounge. A peaceful resort to spend a leisurely time in Belize
I can’t complement the staff enough
Efficient helpful and kind
The food was...”
Tanejah
United States
“The staff are extremely helpful. Helped with booking my tour and shuttles.”
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Lacy
United States
“Vanilla Hills is like a little private jungle oasis. There are only a few cabins, so it is very quiet (besides the howler monkeys) and not overrun with people. I liked that you got your own private cabin. The restaurant, bar, and pool area were...”
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Richard
United States
“This is a small, beautifully done resort. The cabins feel very private yet are not that far apart. You feel like you're staying in the forest though the other facilities are close at hand.”
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Kaila
United States
“This place is the perfect jungle oasis ! Definitely exceeded expectations in all aspects . The staff was so nice and welcoming . All the ladies at the front . Thank you Carmina, Alex & William ! The guys who came down to tackle the spider in the...”
Marian
United States
“Tucked away and private, close to SI, wonderful staff, meandering paths and birds!”
Katarina
United States
“Amazing jungle area, surounded by bird and all types of fauna/flora”
Nicholas
United States
“Wonderful setting nestled in the hills of San Ignacio. Wildlife on the property was active in the mornings which was fun to watch.”
Liz
United States
“Food onsite was excellent. The tree houses were nestled in nature, but not isolated. Wildlife all around, especially coati and various birds. Staff was attentive but not intrusive. It was out of town, but not so far that you couldn't easily get a...”
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Robert
United States
“Franklin and Claudia, the eco lodge owners, have created a wonderful eco lodge in the jungle outside of San Ignacio. We enjoyed spending time with them chatting on a variety of topics. Their staff is outstanding! Warm, professional, and friendly,...”
Area info
Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site
3 Senses Restaurant and Lounge
Cuisine
American • Caribbean • Italian • Mediterranean • Steakhouse • European
Open for
Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
Ambience
Romantic
Dietary options
Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Amenities of Vanilla Hills Resort
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6
Most popular amenities
Outdoor swimming pool
Free Wifi
Airport shuttle
Free parking
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Family rooms
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
House rules
Vanilla Hills Resort takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 8:30 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 4 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
0 - 1 years
Crib upon request
Free
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
Cash
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property
Please inform Vanilla Hills Resort of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
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