Hidden Valley Wilderness Lodge

This resort is very special in that it’s on its own private acres of hiking trails and amazing waterfalls. The staff and service was excellent and our room had floor to ceiling windows and a private screened-in patio that overlooked the forest (villa 2). I would definitely go back to spend time away from technology (no TVs) and relax. We took an excellent trip to Tikal that the lodge set up for us through Lion tours. 2 brothers who are deeply immersed in the knowledge of the area and certified for swift water rescue (ex for the ATM tour). The only downsides of the lodge are how far it is from anything if you wanted to set up your own excursions, and the limited food selections/high cost to eat there. That said, the food was excellent (famous chef). A suggestion to the lodge is to offer the tacos/empanadas/tostadas from your lunch menu for dinner, even if it’s as an appetizer. Also to offer to-go breakfast sandwiches and burritos in the morning (a staple for us in the US). Regardless, we appreciate our time there (a special thank you to Kenroy and Kevin for making us feel like family!) and would highly recommend this very unique and special resort. Oh one more thing is we almost took more tours off the property until we realized the amazing onsite property tours they offered that aren’t available to the public. So we instead cancelled our offsite tours and took their private tour to butterfly falls and they set up lunch for us at secret falls. It was an experience I’ll never forget!

IF YOU'RE ON THE FENCE ABOUT CHOOSING HIDDEN VALLEY, PLEASE READ THIS REVIEW TO THE END This was our first time in Belize and we were confounded because we didn't really know which tours or which resort to stay at because there's so many options. I reached out to so many and the absolute best customer service by far was hidden valley resort. Customer service really matters to my mom and so this was the one we chose. Believe it or not, we had drove into 3 other resorts to get information about them, and, albeit pretty, none of them really captured our heart. We are a family of 4 that stayed for 5 nights, 4 days. When we got there, everybody at the resort was amazing and treated all of us like kings and queens, and we did our best to give them the same respect; They certainly earned it. They took us seriously. They understood what we were trying to accomplish during our stay and were very accommodating. First, Big big big big ups to Tianna, who made me most comfortable with even moving forward with this choice, who made any and all last minute accommodations that were needed for my family, and communicated the entire way, so on point, so professional, so helpful Secondly, big ups to Sevilla, who made our dining experience, (And food is very important to us) so fantastic, just catered to our every need any time we entered into the resort hub. we built the most relationship with Sevilla and we will remember her forever! Sevilla, Thank you for your heart and for being YOU! for Brandon, big big ups to Brandon, who took care of every step to make sure we were Comfortable, had everything we needed any time we turned left or right, very kind, very compassionate, very patient, and we def needed that patience. When it's your First time in a different country you don't really know your left from right and so you have to make adjustments and pivot as needed, and we was with us for the whole stay. Big ups to the cooks and chefs who made the most absolute superb dishes for us, omg, amazing. One night, they even stayed later to cook for us even though we came in a little bit late. Each breakfast, each lunch, and each dinner were superb. 10/10, definitely infused with mayan and Belizean culture, with such elegance, and warmth; the spices, the aromas, the food hugs your mouth- it really does. I know its not normal to do so, but it was all so good we went so far as to tip each cook because of how great everything was. Big ups to Kenny (1) who served us, laughed with us, and overall took great care of us. Chalupa!!!! Always the biggest, most genuine smile on his face! Big ups to Kenny (2) who allowed me to have an entire business meeting in the bar for hours, and still fed my family and made sure they were taken care of, even though I wasn't readily available. He was very kind, very funny, and always had us laughing, Big ups to Missael who had a fatherlike look that covered over us and felt like protection, making sure we were good, always with ge

I cannot say enough good things about this place! The staff absolutely shined here. I have never been this well taken care of. They arranged our travel and excursions, left treats on our pillows for turndown service, made amazing, fresh food, kept our in-room cookie jar stocked, and drove us all over. On top of that, the grounds and our room (Villa 2 B) were like something out of an Instagram reel. The huge shower and lanai were my favorite parts. We took a cooking class with Jeshua about corn and how the Mayans used it for so many things. We ground corn to make masa and tortillas, cooked shrimp, pork, vegetables. Highly recommend. Things to do in the area: Take a hike to Butterfly Falls and Hidden Pool. Do the ATM Cave tour. We took it through the company Belize Limpkin with Patrick Bradley. This was my favorite thing I did in Belize. We also did Tikal which I highly recommend, but it does make for a 12 hour day of travel. I have so many people I would like to shout out: Tatianna, Jeshua, Kenny, Kevin, Darwin, Benroy (and his wife but I never caught her name). They worked around the clock, but they usually had split shifts. I know there are so many more to thank, but these are the ones I could remember.

Our stay at Hidden Valley Wilderness Lodge was absolutely amazing! 🏕️ The only thing I regret? Not staying longer! 😍 This resort is a true paradise, set on vast acres of breathtaking land with endless panoramic views 🌄 and a peaceful, rejuvenating atmosphere. Whether you’re unwinding at your villa, soaking in the scenery, and listening to the sounds of nature 🏡🌿 or diving into adventure, there’s something for everyone. For those like us who love to stay active, the options are endless—from Kenny’s fun and interactive cocktail class 🍸🎉 to hiking, wildlife watching, and taking in the spectacular waterfalls! 🌊🦜 The staff were all so friendly and knowledgeable 👏😊, always ready to share insights about the area and make our stay even more special. Having the 24/7 butler service was a luxury I didn't know I would enjoy so much and be so at ease. Thanks Vian!! The resort features some of the most unique villas, built to capture the landscape's natural beauty 🏡🌳. And let’s talk about the food! 🍽️🤩 The locally sourced ingredients and bold flavors were a highlight, and Slate quickly became our favorite spot. Chef Sean and his amazing team truly created unforgettable dining experiences! 👨‍🍳🔥 So many different activities to e If you're looking for a hidden gem in Belize where nature, luxury, and adventure come together, this is it! 💚🌎 Can’t wait to return—next time for even longer! #HiddenValleyBelize #LuxuryInNature #UnforgettableExperience

We absolutely loved this place! Our room was amazing, the grounds are well kept. We stayed at 5 different lodges in the Cayo district and loved this place the most. They have their own private waterfalls and so many different hikes. We only had 2 days there but hopefully will be returning for a longer stay to fully appreciate all that this place has to offer.

This place is a hidden gem! I highly recommend it to anyone traveling to Belize, looking for wonderful rooms, great hiking to waterfalls, insane food, and a very peaceful and stunning place! The view is gorgeous! Do not miss this place on your trip to Belize!