Mystic River Resort
About this resort
Nestled in Cayo District, this lovely resort for $175 per night is a great option for your next break. This resort features 2 outdoor pools, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a lazy river, spa services, and conference space.
Amenities
Pool
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Smoking allowed
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Hot Tub / Spa
Wheelchair accessible
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Cayo District
Reviews
4.8/5.0
Outstanding(239 Reviews)
3.0
The service and people are amazing. Everyone asked your name and remembered it. They provide coffee and a bread of your choosing that they deliver to your room every morning. They food was excellent. The rooms are spacious and clean. They set you up with knowledgeable tour guides...ask for Mike! They will drive you just about anywhere you want for a very reasonable price. Takes lots of bug spray!!!!! We'll definitely go back.
5.0
Property was beautiful. Staff was so friendly. Lynn is the best. Good food options and drinks. Pool was fantastic.
5.0
The staff here is amazing. The property is so pretty and there is so much to do while you stay here. I wish we would have spent an extra day or two at this resort
5.0
Resort exceeded all expectations.
5.0
Mystic River Lodge was the epiphany of a jewel in the rainforest. With the setting on the Macal River, it provided a perfectly calm environment where the different sounds of nature created a meditative experience of its own unique kind.
The staff were friendly, caring and very accommodating and made sure to take care of our every need. I loved that they gave us towels for all our water excursions away from the hotel.
The lodge is about 15 minutes from San Ignacio and was perfect since we rented a car from the Belize airport, and this allowed us to explore a lot of the region on our own, different restaurants being our main focus!
We extremely enjoyed the ATM and Pontoon excursions and would highly recommend that everyone do these.
The pool, tubing and canoeing were available at no cost on the property, giving an opportunity to enjoy and relax on one of our days.
The restaurant was perfect for when we needed it. The menu is usually A La Carte with a varied selection for all 3 meals.
I would definitely go back in a heartbeat and carry lots of mosquito repellantđ
That was the only negative aspect of stay there.
Thank you to Team Mystic River
5.0
Petra, Peter, Sylvia, Penny & the staff made us feel so at home from the moment we stepped on the property. The welcome was on an open aired porch surrounded by lush foliage, butterflies and chirping birds. The property is well planned out to give privacy from each cabin / room with a tucked away pool site, hammocks for relaxing, and beautiful views of the jungle and river. We were impressed with how well staff took note of our preferences and remembered them each day. The cabin was comfortable and, while no AC, the breezes kept us cool and even chilly at night (for which they had already prepared for with a down comforter on the bed). My husband especially enjoyed the 7am coffee service basket and fresh baked banana bread delivered quietly to our door. Having no WI-FI in our room gave us space to unplug, decompress, and rejuvenate. We highly recommend Mystic River to singles, couples, families. There are fun activities to do on site (birding, kayak, floating down river, hiking, relaxing by pool) for a low-key getaway. This has definitely become our go-to resort in Cayo. Home away from home.
5.0
Mystic Mountain Resort is definitely off the beaten path, being about 7 miles into the countryside away from the village, but I wouldnât want it any other way! Mystic Mountain is definitely a nature lovers paradise, with great pools, hiking options, bird watching and more. We were able to see so many birds and animals around, just by quietly enjoying our patio area. We even learned that Mystic has a sister resort across the river, which you can visit by crossing the river. The staff are very friendly and attentive , so we never wanted for anything. When we arrived, we were upgraded to a even larger bungalow, with a lovely private patio and soaking pool that overlooked the river. The chefs are amazing , so our breakfast and dinner were 10/10 (The snapper and the Stuffed Jacks are a MUST). They are partnered with a number of tour companies, so we booked activities through the resort .They even send packed lunches along for tours that may not offer lunch. Overall, Iâm in love with the place and weâre definitely coming back for our next visit. Thanks a million guys!
5.0
Just absolutely gorgeous! Would stay there again in a heartbeat. Amazing staff, beautiful accommodations, donât let the no air conditioning stop you from coming. The rooms cooled off wonderfully at night.
5.0
The grounds of Mystic River resort were stunning and private! So much beautiful wildlife and vegetation to see everywhere you look. The staff was attentive to our every need. We loved it so much we stayed an extra night!
5.0
Beautiful property right on the river. All cabins have a private balcony overlooking the river.
The hour of free guided bird watching was great as was the tour through the farm providing the restaurant with much of its veggies, fruits and herbs.
We used the canoes to visit the botanical garden across the river, then paddled to Cristo Rey where the resort picked us up.
Wonderful place, however no AC and I wouldnât visit again this time of year (late May).
5.0
Perfect quiet jungle resort with all services provided. Friendly helpful staff. Love love this resort from a veteran traveler.
4.0
Nestled in jungle is this resort that offered just the ambiance I was seeking: relaxing, serene environment for a retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. WiFi is on property in the common areas; NOT in the cabins/rooms. No A/C - this is clear in the listing - and it was fine. One suggestion is maybe add a mattress topper to the beds for a true luxury feel.
5.0
Mystic River is a jungle resort on the Macal River. It's fairly isolated, but that was what we liked about it. We had a view of the river and jungle from the back of our cabana, and enjoyed watching birds and wildlife from our little back porch. Every night, at dusk, we would sit there and listen to the sounds of the jungle (we were in cabana 1, which is just off a resort trail).
The staff is lovely. Very warm, kind and helpful. Our interactions with them were one of the highlights of our stay.
The food in the restaurant was very tasty, and vegetarian and children's options are offered. You don't have to get a meal plan. If you don't order multiple courses/drinks, you may save by ordering Ă la carte.
Things I wish we'd had time to do: the free birding walk; taking a canoe across the river to Sweet Songs resort to go to the botanical garden; exploring more of the resort trails in the early morning/evening.
The ATM tour from the resort was incredible. Absolutely do not miss. We did it with our 16-year-old son, and he loved it.
We were there during dry season. The cabana cooled off at night and was consistently comfortable for sleeping. The cabanas do take some time to cool off in the evening.
The road to the resort can be rough. When they tell you to use/hire a 4x4, listen to them.
5.0
Isolated area in the jungle, exactly what I was expecting. Rooms are very nice, as are the surrounding areas. Dining is somewhat limited, and though the food is not bad, we found it a bit bland. Staff was helpful and tour booking/planning was made very easy by the staff.
3.0
This place is amazing!! Gorgeous view, attentive, friendly staff, the most beautifully decorated room I've ever seen with flower petals arranged on the bed, and an office manager who did surprising extras like hand me a bag before my tour with towels, a plastic bag for our wet clothes, and tp. We canoed and floated on innertubes during our stay. I hope to come back here again some day!
5.0
Our stay was an amazing jungle resort experience. Everything was at or exceeded our expectations. We had a car and did our own excursions but they offered a variety of tours around the area.
3.0
Mystic River Resort was really lovely. They were very helpful in making transit and tour reservations. The bedroom and bath were huge and very attractive. We had a nice balcony over the river, and enjoyed the beautiful setting. The meals were great and we were able to watch toucans at the bird feeder by our table.
4.0
Gorgeous property and wonderful staff. Canât go wrong staying here, IF you can tolerate the heat and humid. I would not go back until they add A/C, but thatâs unlikely because they are off-grid. They do have fans in the room, and they help at night. This is your best bet if: 1) you are not bothered by the uncomfortable weather, or 2) you are doing tours all day and will be here only in the early morning and evening. The weather becomes quite pleasant at those times.
5.0
This place is ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE!! We stayed here for 5 nights and by the time we left we felt like family. The staff was amazing and so accommodating to all of our needs. They were always available and happy to help us. Every person from the front desk to the restaurant attendants to the cleaning staff was always happy and kind. The property is breathtaking. We love Mystic River and will stay here again if we are ever in Belize.
5.0
One of the best resorts. A small paradise with Beautiful surroundings, amazing, helpful, polite staff, delicious food and drinks. Excellent activities on the premises. We canât wait to visit it again.
5.0
Amazing property, amazing staff!!
5.0
We had the best stay! The staff were extremely polite, friendly, and helpful! The food was phenomenal! The facilities were clean and convenient! My only complaint is that we didnât stay longer!! We cannot wait for our next trip to Mystic River!
5.0
Wonderful time at Mystic River. Casita was spacious and very comfortable. Food at onsite restaurant quite tasty. Staff very helpful. Highly recommend.
5.0
Loved it! Very attentive and friendly staff, great amenities and onsite activities and everything felt taken care of for us.
5.0
Beautiful and peaceful resort in the jungle. Staff was so friendly and attentive. The perfect mix of relaxation and a variety of interesting tours as you may choose. Shout out to Jamie and the the entire staff. Thank you! We look forward to our return.
5.0
Beautiful location and super friendly staff. Highly recommend
5.0
Lovely property, intimate, friendly staff, great service. Plan for some variety in meals, eating at the same restaurant every night gets old. Breakfast is amazing.
3.0
The entire staff was very friendly and so welcoming! You couldnât go anywhere without anyone greeting you or offering to assist you in someway. My friends and I really enjoyed the ambience throughout the resort, and the food was delicious. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for an eco friendly adventure!
5.0
Our family (39F, 38M, 6M, and 2M) stayed at Mystic River for 4 nights. We flew into Belize City and hired a car, then drove ourselves to the resort. We did a lot of exploring on our own, but used the resort as our home base. Although we didn't use the hotel transportation or have them arrange tours for us, they offer those services and other guests raved about them. The hotel itself was clean and welcoming. Our room, Mahogany (all tree themed), was perfect. There were two twin beds and a king bed. It had a fireplace and a magnificent balcony overlooking the river. We ate breakfast everyday at the resort restaurant, and quite a few dinners there. We often ate lunch out. The staff was so accommodating, they made us several meals off menu, and catered to the kids who literally ate them out of watermelon. We were able to take a birdwatching tour at the resort, and saw some beautiful birds. The resort also offered onsite hiking excursions, canoeing, tubing, and goat milking, although we didn't have time for them. This resort and the accommodations they offered is part of the reason we had such an amazing experience in Belize! 10/10 we recommend staying here.
5.0
Amazing property even better staff. Truly a joy! Highly recommended and I canât wait to go back!!!!â¤ď¸â¤ď¸â¤ď¸
5.0
Friendly staff and host.
5.0
Very peaceful and the staff is super friendly.
3.0
We had a completely phenomenal stay at Mystic River. The staff ensured we could reserve whatever daily excursions we wanted with departure directly from the hotel, and made everything as stress-free as possible, allowing us to have the absolute best time in all of our trip in Belize. Concierge Jamie in particular was a wonderful presence around the resort and on our trip to Tikal. We loved our patio with plunge pool, watching the toucans during breakfast, and the incredible dinners at the hotel restaurant, with most ingredients sourced from their on-site garden and farm. This resort would be our best recommendation to anyone visiting Belize, a guarantee for an incredible adventure with amazing caring staff who really treat you like family.
5.0
Staff and cabins where excellent
5.0
Everything about the property was relaxing, beautiful natural well kept grounds.
5.0
lovely relaxing place to stay with friendly staff and activities available on the property
5.0
Staff was great, views were phe-nomenal, food was solid, a great adventure. We will definitely be back!
5.0
The staff puts this place above five star they are there for everything you need before you thought you needed it . From tours to on site amenities this place is fantastic. Itâs eco sustainable style is top notch.with out loosing the soft amenities.
5.0
We loved our stay at Mystic River! We stayed for four nights, and used the resort as our home base to explore the rainforest. The entire staff was incredibly friendly, considerate, and attentive. The concierge, bar tender, and manager all knew us by name and continually went out of their way to make sure our stay was excellent. Communication was incredibly clear and organized. Meals were delicious. Every tour we coordinated through the resort was excellent and partnered with knowledgeable guides. Our rooms each had a beautiful private balcony, and were always extremely clean (one note- there is not AC, WiFi or TVs in the rooms and furnishings are more rainforest vs modern. For us this was not an issue, but good to know going in) We felt surrounded by the peaceful,(and aptly named!) mystical forest. Highly recommend!
3.0
We had an amazing stay at Mystic River. The staff were all extremely attentive and the grounds and rooms were beautiful and sparkling clean. The pool area was amazing and the view of the river off our suite was phenomenal. We watched the birds and the stars from the lounge chairs. The food was delicious. One day we used the canoes and paddled across the river to have lunch at a neighboring resort. The one thing we had to get used to was not having wi-fi in our rooms but there is access at the pool, bar and restaurant.
FAQs
How much does this resort cost compared to others in Cayo District?
The average price for a rental in Cayo District is $99 per night. This rental is $76 above the average.
Is parking included with this resort?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Mystic River Resort. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this resort?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Mystic River Resort. Enjoy the water!
Is Mystic River Resort pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this resort is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Mystic River Resort?
We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and smoking allowed.
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