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Vanilla Hills Resort

3.0 star property
Riverside hotel with spa services and outdoor pool

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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VANILLA HILLS RD, San Ignacio, Cayo
  • Place, Masewal Forest Garden Medicinal Trail
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Cahal Pech Mayan Ruins
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, San Ignacio Market
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Ignacio (CYD-Town Airstrip)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Hill view

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Garden view

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

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

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Ceiling fan
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Garden view

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

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Garden view

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Ceiling fan
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Garden view

About the area

San Ignacio

At Vanilla Hills Resort you'll be 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from Masewal Forest Garden Medicinal Trail and 4.6 km (2.8 mi) from Branch Mouth. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .A day of pampering can include massages and mani/pedis. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Continental breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 3-property class San Ignacio hotel, you'll be 5 km (3.1 mi) from Ajaw Chocolate & Crafts and 5 km (3.1 mi) from San Ignacio & Santa Elena House of Culture.

What's nearby

  • Masewal Forest Garden Medicinal Trail - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Ajaw Chocolate & Crafts - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Cahal Pech Mayan Ruins - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
  • San Ignacio Market - 8 min drive - 4.9 km
  • San Ignacio & Santa Elena House of Culture - 8 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Ko-Ox Han-Nah - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Rolson Cocina, Cantina & Hotel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Guava Limb Café - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hode's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pop's Restauraunt - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Vanilla Hills Resort

Riverside hotel with spa services and outdoor pool
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 Resort. 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 Resort offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and a ceiling fan. 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 fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include baths or showers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are couples treatment room(s) available. Services include massages and manicures and pedicures.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 7 to 15 for adults and USD 7 to 15 for children
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • 3 Senses

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

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

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 47 per accommodation, per night

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 to 15 for adults and USD 7 to 15 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per day

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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 all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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
Vanilla Hills Resort Hotel
Vanilla Hills Resort San Ignacio
Vanilla Hills Resort Hotel San Ignacio

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Vanilla Hills Resort?

Yep, Vanilla Hills Resort has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Vanilla Hills Resort?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like massages.

Does Vanilla Hills Resort have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! Vanilla Hills Resort has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

What makes Vanilla Hills Resort a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and a champagne service, as well as pillowtop beds and private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Vanilla Hills Resort.

Does Vanilla Hills Resort serve breakfast?

You bet, continental breakfast is on offer daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Vanilla Hills Resort?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Vanilla Hills Resort?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Vanilla Hills Resort's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Vanilla Hills Resort?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Vanilla Hills Resort?

No, pets are not allowed.

Vanilla Hills Resort Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 95 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 95 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 95 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 95 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 95 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ramona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A little hidden gem that feels like paradise.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We LOVED our stay at the property! Everyone took care of our every need. Food at the restaurant was outstanding! The treehouse was perfect for our jungle adventure trip! Bruno the resident howler monkey was a huge highlight!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The grounds were full of wildlife and beautiful! Everyone who works there is so friendly and helpful. Our house was spacious and fully stocked. Our family, including 3 teenagers, had a great time swimming and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Teal-Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sanaa

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teri

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a very special property in the jungle. The food prepared at the restaurant was superb. There was a lovely infinity pool that we were able to enjoy. (Temps were in the mid-90s) We stayed in one of the treehouses and loved it. Very well appointed. Pretty pathways throughout the property. Be sure to visit the green iguana rescue in San Ignacio. The property's location is handy for Mayan ruins and cave tours. Love this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing Resort

This was our first hotel on a two week trip around Belize. We stayed at 6 other hotels/cabanas over our whirlwind tour of this great country. We waited until the end to make sure, but this was our favorite resort of all that we stayed. The cabin we stayed in (Hibiscus), was well appointed. The staff did a phenomenal job - they made up the extra bed in the room when we arrived and ironed the sheets as they made the bed. The daily towel animals were a nice touch too! The infinity pool was clean and relaxing. Food at the restaurant was amazing - highly recommend it. We really enjoyed watching all the animals on the property. The staff were phenomenal, making sure everything was taken care of. Highly recommend this resort!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin, Saint Paul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic stay at Vanilla Hills. Our cabin was very comfortable with awsome views out of all of the windows. The on-site restaraunt has fantastic food and we enjoyed a special tapas tasing event while we were there. We would definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The pool, the birds and animals, the cabana and the meals and wine.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best dining we’ve had in all of Belize and the pool was very quiet and private
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm, Kelowna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing 5 star chef and staff exceptional
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Vanilla Hills was a beautifully designed and executed resort. Every detail was carefully thought through and we were well taken care of for every part of our stay. Claudia, Karina and the entire staff were so attentive and kind. The food and drinks were incredible, and we loved getting to watch all the wildlife visiting to munch on fruit provided by the groundskeepers. Vanilla Hills coordinated all of our transport and excursions to be provided by Belize Caving Expeditions, and everything was top quality and so much fun. Thank you Vanilla Hills team!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna, Mission Viejo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a beautiful resort and the staff made sure you had everything you needed. Very attentive. The restaurant there was not only beautiful but had great food. Would stay there again if I ever have the pleasure of a second trip to San Ignacio.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay in the Gumbo Limbo Treehouse! The room was beautiful and staff were amazing! We even had a troop of monkeys playing in the trees one morning while we were there.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

dontina

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow! what an amazing oasis in the jungle. The entire staff is truly focused on the needs of the guests. They are attentive, thorough and very friendly. The "tree houses" are spectacular, well decorated, filled with everything you need and super clean. You could drive, taxi to town for dinner, but why. Seriously, the food is so amazing on site and very reasonably priced for what they serve (gourmet deliciousness). This is the spot for a romantic stop while exploring the many fabulous tours nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krista

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The grounds and staff far exceeded our expectations. The tree houses were perfect and private. The showers were so cool. We ate every meal there during our three day stay and each one was delicious. The pool is beatiful and the bar is always open. Vanilla Hills arranged all of our transportation and tours and kept us on track letting us know each evening when we needed to be where. Vanilla Hills Lodge is a fantastic place to spend your downtime while exploring all that the surrounding area has to offer.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was extremely helpful. They helped to book our day trips with great guides. The food was excellent and vegetarian friendly. Our cabin was private, quiet, and comfortable. I would recommend to anyone wanting to explore the country around San Ignacio.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the tree house room and outdoor shower. The bar and restaurant were lovely with friendly staff and delicious drinks and food. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

kara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our Vanilla Hills stay exceeded all expectations & we cannot wait to get back! Located just a few minutes from San Ignacio, it’s a prefect home-base to hit Maya ruins, ATM Cave Tour, Big Rock Waterfalls, etc. Our lovely Tree House was well appointed, beyond clean and had the most AMAZING indoor/outdoor shower!!! One of my trip highlights was showering in a jungle 😊 The onsite restaurant was delicious, and the pool was pristine and morning & evening. The entire staff was warm, engaging, and happy to help with plan/tour suggestions. THANK YOU, Claudia, for the “unbelizable” accommodations, cooking and personal touch. See you again soon! CHEERS, Kara & Guy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

no local food to experience

wonderful resort with great food and staff. only 2 negatives were I notified the owner that the foliage needs to be trimmed at the entrance to my cabin but it was not done. A big disappointment was that not no Belizean food was on the menu. Travel is to experience different foods and cultures but sadly not in this case.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024