Crystal Paradise Resort - San Ignacio
17.124808, -89.057784
Overview
Family-run eco-lodge with birdwatching on the Macal River in San Ignacio
Accommodations
Crystal Paradise Resort offers thatched-roof bungalows with private screened-in porches and hammocks. Each bungalow is equipped with air conditioning, a ceiling fan, and a private bathroom with hot water. Daily housekeeping services keep the rooms clean and comfortable throughout the stay.
Dining
Guests eat at the open-air dining room, where the owner's family prepares homemade Belizean dishes using local ingredients. The kitchen staff accommodates special dietary needs, including vegetarian and gluten-free meals, without extra fuss. Packed lunches are provided for early morning excursions, and the honor-system bar offers cold beer and drinks.
Activities & Tours
The resort has on-site hiking trails, self-guided canoeing on the Macal River, and birdwatching directly from the property's botanical gardens. Daily excursions go to Caracol Archaeological Site, Xunantunich Ruins, and the Rio Frio Caves. Guests can also arrange guided birding trips, caving, snorkeling, and overnight visits to Tikal in Guatemala through the tour desk.
Family-Friendly Services
Crystal Paradise Resort provides babysitting and child services, making it manageable for parents to enjoy tours. Kids' meals are offered, and the family-run atmosphere means children are welcomed by the Tut family. The grounds include a picnic area and access to the river for swimming and nature walks suitable for all ages.
Location & Transport
Located outside San Ignacio in the village of Cristo Rey, Crystal Paradise is a 20-minute drive from town. The resort offers airport shuttle service from Philip SW Goldson International Airport, which is 71 mile away. Guests can reach Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve within one hour by car, and the Xunantunich Archaeological Site is 12 miles from the property.
- Accommodations: Thatched-roof bungalows with air conditioning and private porches
- Dining: Homemade Belizean meals by the owner's family in an open-air dining room
- Activities: Birdwatching, canoeing on the Macal River, and daily tours to Mayan ruins
- Family: Babysitting, kids' meals, and child-friendly river access
- Location: 20 minutes from San Ignacio, near Caracol and Xunantunich ruins
- Services: Airport shuttle, tour desk, and packed lunches for early excursions
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:3 Single beds
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
Essential information about Crystal Paradise Resort
| 💵 Lowest room price | 119 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 2.4 mi |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 4.2 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | San Ignacio Cayo, cyd |
Location
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