Mystic River Resort

153 reviews

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  travisreese08

  Family · Mar 2026

  10/10

  Excellent family vacation

  We had an amazing 3-night stay. The staff is friendly, capable, and eager to meet any requests. The rooms were very clean and as represented on the site. You're truly in the jungle and right along the river.

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  cbinbham

  BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA · Family · Mar 2026

  10/10

  Mystic River Should Win All the Awards!

  Mystic River will go down as one of my family's favorite hotels of all time. The resort is gorgeous with guest rooms, perfect for small families, nestled in the forest. The dining area serves amazing food, as well as incredible views of the river. The resort is a birding paradise, has great hiking trails, river access, and a fantastic pool area that both kids and adults can enjoy. We did several of the offered excursions, with Leslie and Marlon as our guides. Both were incredibly knowledgable and fun, but more importantly, both are fathers of young children and paid special attention to our nine year old son, making sure he enjoyed the tours as well. I cannot recommend Mystic River enough. If you are on the fence, book it now- you wont regret it!

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  lorettaw610

  Family · Feb 2026

  10/10

  Amazing views and services, food was so so.

  The few nights we stayed here was one of the highlights of our trip! We booked the room with the soaking pool and it was the one thing i wanted to do every day after a hot day in the sun. Despite not having air conditioning, the rooms stayed relatively cool with the fans and the views of the rain forest and river were absolutely stunning in the afternoon. We took advantage of the free continental breakfast and coffee/tea service to our rooms each morning and sat out on our deck listening to the rain forest come alive. We also took advantage of the free bird watching tour, which was a nice way to walk the grounds in the early morning. This place is great for quiet, peaceful relaxation amongst the exotic rainforest. There are only 15 rooms, which makes this feel exclusive and luxurious. The only bad mark i would leave is that the food options were limited. We would have liked more options for dinner, rather than one fixed option for dinner or you eat off the lunch menu, which also didn't have a lot of exciting choices. Overall it was a pricey stay, but we felt it was worth what we spent.

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  122dianao

  Friends getaway · Feb 2026

  10/10

  Fantastic

  Lovely helpful friendly staff, food great and the wildlife fantastic, what more do you want. We loved it here

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  Stay11442075968

  LOBELVILLE, TENNESSEE · Couples · Feb 2026

  10/10

  Mystic River is paradise in the jungle!

  If you’re looking for the perfect blend of luxury, nature, and warm Belizean hospitality, Mystic River Resort in San Ignacio is truly a hidden gem. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed like family. Ms. Sylvia gave us a tour of the beautiful resort. Nestled along the banks of the Macal River and surrounded by lush rainforest, the setting feels like something out of a dream. The cabanas are beautifully designed—private, spacious, and thoughtfully appointed with stunning jungle views. Waking up to the sounds of tropical birds and seeing the gentle flow of the river was pure magic. The food was outstanding!! Every meal was fresh, flavorful, and expertly prepared, with creative dishes that highlight local ingredients. You have to try the cheese plate! Homemade at the resort. Dining with a view of the river at sunset is an experience we’ll never forget. What truly sets Mystic River Resort apart, though, is the staff. Marco and every team member goes above and beyond to ensure your stay is special. They handle everything with professionalism and genuine warmth. The grounds are immaculate and the entire property feels peaceful and exclusive. It’s the kind of place where you can fully unplug, reconnect with nature, and still enjoy top-tier comfort. Mystic River Resort isn’t just a place to stay—it’s an experience. If you’re visiting San Ignacio, this is where you want to be. We’re already planning our return!