#1 best bed on my whole stay in Belize. The food was fantastic and their hospitality was memorable. Truly a unique trip - LOVED THE FIREFLIES
THANKS

You will not find a kinder host than Larry at El Guacamayo. He picked us up from San Ignacio town and dropped us off again in the morning when we wanted to visit the ATM caves (ask for Carlos Panti, he is the best!). On our final morning, he was even kind enough to drop us off at our next hotel closer to the Guatemalan border. All your meals are included, and they are very generous with the servings, with Larry always going out of his way to make sure you have what you need. David from David's Adventure Tours also lives here and although his truck is a bit rickety, he is also generous with the rides. The rooms are basic but very comfortable. As other reviews have stated, there isn't a ceiling, but when we stayed it was just us and Larry so it wasn't a big deal. My only real recommendations would be to install some mosquito netting and maybe put up a sign in the bathroom indicating where you can wash your hands since it isn't obvious at first. Other than that, I loved my stay here and I would go back again, especially to play with Tasha, the world's friendliest Doberman :)

I was sold on the beaches of Belize. I can enjoy the forest and hikes, but they are not my cup of tea. I always thought, that I prefer water and sand. Two weeks in Belize, I consider the three days that I spent in the mountains with David and company to be the most worthwhile and best time spent in Belize. The land is amazing and the food is unbeatable. But, the best part is to spend time with a beautiful Belizian resident that is dedicated to his country and making you comfortable. Take note, though. David somehow exposes you to the country and it's most memorable residents while giving cave tours and explaining trees/birds/flowers/customs/culture/history in an intimate and heartbreaking way. I was not the same when I left. The experience is not for the pampered or closed. If you want to be privy to the culture and kindness; forget agendas, believe in the goodness of man,,David Simpson is the start and finish.

I went to El Guacamayo with a couple of friends last week, and based on the extremely reasonable price, expected to be "roughing it" in a little hut with hole in the ground for a bathroom. But we were blown away when we arrived and saw how beautiful not only the landscape was, but also by the accommodations! The rooms are incredibly clean and nicely furnished, and the bathroom (separate from the rooms) was also very well kept. If you are a light sleeper bring earplugs--if there are other guests you will hear every word since there is no ceiling (just one tall shared roof over 4 rooms).

David, the one who mans the office in San Ignacio, and Larry, the one who brought us out to the property, are wonderful hosts and are very knowledgeable and passionate about the place (as is Tasha the Doberman). We got a pre-dinner tour of the lush grounds, exploring the unexcavated ruins and organic fruit plants.

The meals are phenomenal! Julia cooks up a feast in her kitchen: for dinner we had chicken, rice beans, fresh tortillas, salad and home grown avocado. You won't get seconds but you won't need them...portions are hefty even for a big eater like me! Breakfast was bacon, eggs, fresh pineapple, mango, papaya (again, all grown on site) fry jacks with homemade mango jam. AMAZING.

Larry woke us up very early at our request so that we can watch baby toucans get fed. We also saw many hummingbirds and butterflies.

If you go, just be sure to also take a flashlight to have on hand for mid-night bathroom runs!

I would absolutely recommend this place to anyone who wants a night (or more!) of peace and quiet in the "middle of nowhere" which nothing but jungle sounds to put you to sleep and wake you up.