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Alma Del Rio Eco-Comfort on the water- La Alma

Alma Del Rio Eco-Comfort on the water- La Alma

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Dining
Exterior
2 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Interior
Fridge, oven, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Overview of Alma Del Rio Eco-Comfort on the water- La Alma

Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Check out the area

Map
Cristo Rey, Cayo District
  • Popular LocationSan Ignacio Market8 min drive
  • Popular LocationSan Ignacio & Santa Elena House of Culture8 min drive
  • Popular LocationCahal Pech Mayan Ruins9 min drive
  • AirportBelize City (BZE-Philip S. W. Goldson Intl.)100 min drive

Space details

2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, sleeps 7
850 sq ft
Bedroom 1
    1 queen bed
    1 twin/single bed
Bedroom 2
    1 queen bed
    1 sleep sofa/futon
Bathroom 1
    Shower

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Alma Del Rio Eco-Comfort on the water- La Alma

Alma del Rio is simply the perfect spot to perform the Belizean verb of 'Chillaxing' for the true nature lovers. Our Charming and natural Eco-House is Located on the Macal river only 10 min from San Ignacio on the newly paved road to the famous Pine-ridge. Immersed under huge trees, enjoy the wildlife, pristine views and a secluded river island-beach and swimming spot . Our interior is artfully hand crafted, and is equipped with all the amenities for a comfortable stay without compromising the environment.
Alma Del Rio is a unique & natural homestay acknowledged by the Belize tourism board as a 'health and safety gold standard facility'. Our house is nested peacefully in the environment. Enjoy our screened lounge with a breathtaking view of the river, often visited by many colorful birds. We have fast WIFI and the perfect view to show off to your colleagues if you are working from afar. We planted a young food forest under the huge Guanacaste trees. Below our house we have a secluded river island with comfortable access (in season). There is a second house on the property, 40' away and separated by dense vegetation. We made all effort to make sure each house has its privacy and yet, if you are a larger group, you can now rent the 2 houses :)
We offer all the amenities to enjoy our river experience: A Cooler, picnic mat, beach towels, water shoes and paddle boards. Enjoy complimentary tropical fruit, handmade soaps, coffee, tea and drinking water. We offer a fully equipped kitchen, a hot and cold shower, board games, a spacious dining table and a lounge area with a great river view. We are Kids friendly!! We do not have AC, but we do have a great river breeze most of the time and by passive cooling the bedrooms stay cool. Our house is environmentally friendly: We use a solar water heater and energy efficient lighting, together with only biodegradable products and minimizing plastic use. We strive to make minimal impact on the environment.
We often bring our two dogs on the property, please let us know if this is an issue.
We offer a natural jungle stay, close to town and near famous attractions. Mind that living in nature means we do get visits from multi-legged or flying critters inside the house. The occasional bangs from falling branches and the chirps and clicks of the geckos add to the tunes to the beautiful orchestra of nature playing for us :)
*Minimum 2 nights stay.

Property manager

Hadas Perry

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 850 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

Alma Del Rio Eco comfort on the Water
Alma Del Rio Eco-comfort on the Water- La Alma Cottage
Alma Del Rio Eco-comfort on the Water- La Alma San Ignacio

About the neighborhood

San Ignacio

Located in San Ignacio, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Maya Biosphere Reserve and Tapir Mountain Nature Reserve, while Sa'c Tunich and Upe Nai - Living Maya Immersion are cultural highlights. Green Hills Butterfly Ranch and Belize Botanic Gardens are also worth visiting. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby.

What's nearby

  • San Ignacio Market - 8 min drive
  • San Ignacio & Santa Elena House of Culture - 8 min drive
  • Green Iguana Conservation Project - 8 min drive
  • Cahal Pech Mayan Ruins - 9 min drive
  • Belize Botanical Gardens - 28 min drive

Getting around

  • San Ignacio (CYD-Town Airstrip) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ko-Ox Han-Nah - 6 min drive
  • Tolacca Smokehouse - 3 min drive
  • Bambu Tea + Coffee (Santa Elena) - 6 min drive
  • Hode's - 5 min drive
  • The Guava Limb Café - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Alma Del Rio Eco-Comfort on the water- La Alma pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Alma Del Rio Eco-Comfort on the water- La Alma?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Alma Del Rio Eco-Comfort on the water- La Alma?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Alma Del Rio Eco-Comfort on the water- La Alma located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of San Ignacio & Santa Elena House of Culture, San Ignacio Market, and Ajaw Chocolate & Crafts. Branch Mouth is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Valerie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot on the river close to town
We really enjoyed this accommodation. It was very easily accessed from San Ignacio. Comfortable and beautiful. We would stay here again, hands down!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky H., Parker, Colorado, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home, good location
We loved staying at Alma del Rio. Hadas and her family were so kind and helpful and so welcoming. The home is beautiful and they’ve given a lot of attention detail. The grounds are gorgeous. She had many fruit trees and beautiful flowers everywhere and there’s a bird feeding station where you can leave fruit and watch the birds (and the occasional lizards) come to snack on it. We loved listening to the birds and geckos and watching the sun set in the evenings and we had fun using the paddle boards in the Macal river just down the hill. The only complaint was that the house was very hot and because it’s open to the outside lots of bugs get in. The location was great though - close to town but feels like you’re totally removed from it all. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing all around!
Booking a stay at Alma del Rio is a must if you’re traveling to San Ignacio. I can’t say enough about this place. It’s secluded yet not too far from the city. The property is absolutely gorgeous and the caretakers are some of the most lovely people you’ll ever meet! Hadas and her family were out of town during our stay but still kept in great communication with us. Elmer and Dora met us at the property when we checked in and were so warm and welcoming. It was an amazing end to a long and stressful travel day! The house itself and the property are stunning. Our boys loved exploring and hanging out down by the river. A big shoutout to Elder (not to be confused with Elmer) who showed us around the property and the different plants and trees growing around us. He was kind enough to get some fresh coconuts and break them open for us for some fresh coconut water! We are looking forward to visiting again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
The whole family enjoyed our stay. The house was extremely clean and exactly as described. The attention to detail in the cabin was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

randomransom

Liked: Cleanliness
Randomransom
Beautiful house, and an excellent location. Hosts are as nice as they come.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Raigon H., usa

Liked: Cleanliness
Belizean paradise
Just what we were hoping for minus the bugs but hey we were in a jungle. Beautiful location right on the river. Owners were great. Very nice home, very clean. It was very peaceful to sit in their screened porch area and see the river, and hear all the birds and wild life around. Away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Close to many cool things to see. We highly recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

tara d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Eco-lodge -nature but close to town
Loved the location. Hummingbirds and beautiful flowers everywhere. As well as fruit trees and a sly toucan. Enjoy the peace of the location with the river or take advantage of the many things to do in the area. Restaurants around are wonderful. So many attentions to detail in the cabin. You can tell attention to using a local materials or reusing materials that would’ve been thrown out. The screened in porch is amazing. Wi-Fi is very good so you can take advantage of that if you need it. We streamed the NBA playoffs (we could not abandon that even on vacation). We were a family of five with two teenagers and a preteen. There was plenty of room for all of us. And even the kids said how cool the place was. We hope to come back again soon. Oh and cannot forget the proprietors. They were warm friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C., West Chester, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
A one-of-a- kind Jungle Experience!
From the very beginning, the hosts at Alma Del Rio were incredible! Before arrival we received a 30+ page guide with a ton of tips and information about the local area. Hadas also assisted us in booking emergency transportation from the airport and a private tour through a Mayan cave on a canoe. The property itself is gorgeously landscaped with a wide array of tropical plants, is tucked away off the beaten path, and overlooks the river. We loved starting our days with a quick dip in the water, enjoying the sounds of the jungle. The kitchen is fully equipped and the beds were comfy, but the TRUE gems of this place are the screened-in porch and the outdoor shower. Every moment we spent at the house was spent on the porch. The view is insanely gorgeous. The river, plants, and wildlife truly make you feel immersed in the jungle. The outdoor shower was a luxurious experience and I savored every moment I spent in the space. The people at Alma Del Rio have really created something special in Cristo Rey. Some Notes: We did rent a car to get a round. You MUST go to Rio on Pools, Big Rock Falls AND Cristo Rey Falls! Cristo Rey Falls is a small swimming hole with crystal blue water just MINUTES from Alma Del Rio and is one of the most beautiful places I’ve been. It’s a MUST see.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

General property information

Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Location
Cristo Rey
Structure Type
Cottage