Reviews of Pine Ridge Lodge
south of the western highway within the mountain Pine ridge reserve 19 millas from San Ignacio, San Ignacio, Belize
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Reviewed: 11 June 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewStunning, great views and food, tranquil and peaceful. Theyre looking to build it up but I think its perfect as is, a wilderness retreat.
Hi Melanie, Thank you for that great and wonderful review, and we are glad that you had a wonderful stay with us and that the meals were fabulous for you and you partner. We are glad to have hosted you here at Pine Ridge Lodge and would gladly host you once more. And with the other additions I can assure you that it would be more fun, memorable, and an unforgettable experience once you choose to come back.
Hi Melanie, Thank you for that great and wonderful review, and we are glad that you had a wonderful stay with us and that the meals were fabulous for you and you partner. We are glad to have hosted you here at Pine Ridge Lodge and would gl… Show more
Reviewed: 10 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewMarcia cooked us a delicious, traditional Belizean breakfast. The Fry Jacks were amazing!
I would like access to WiFi in the room.
Hi Gill, Thank you for that wonderful and great review, and we are glad that you have had a wonderful experience here at Pine Ridge Lodge. And we are working on the Wifi into the rooms, so hopefully when you get to come back and choose us you would have access into your lovely room. It was a pleasure to have hosted you as one of our guest and would love to do so again in the near future.
Hi Gill, Thank you for that wonderful and great review, and we are glad that you have had a wonderful experience here at Pine Ridge Lodge. And we are working on the Wifi into the rooms, so hopefully when you get to come back and choose us… Show more
Reviewed: 8 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewBeautiful scenery and incredible food with authentic home cooked meals.
The riverside casita is a duplex instead of its own dwelling.
HI Paul, Thank you for the wonderful review and it was a pleasure for us to have hosted you here at Pine Ridge Lodge. We are glad that you have enjoy everything while been here, and hope that when you come back you choose us again. And with the new amenities on the property you will get o enjoy more and have a unforgettable experience.
HI Paul, Thank you for the wonderful review and it was a pleasure for us to have hosted you here at Pine Ridge Lodge. We are glad that you have enjoy everything while been here, and hope that when you come back you choose us again. And with… Show more
Reviewed: 2 March 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewThe property was in a beautiful setting. The facilities are clean and well maintained. It’s small scale.
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Hi Glenn, Thank you for the great review and it was a pleasure to having you here as one of our Guest. We hope to see you soon again.
Reviewed: 21 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewEverything exceeded our expectations, the staff were all so welcoming and attentive. Benoni, Kevin, the chefs, the housekeeping staff and the grounds staff were all amazing. Benoni looked after all our excursions by booking us with tour guides, all the guides were very knowledgeable and very friendly. The food at the lodge was absolutely delicious. The accommodations were extremely clean and staff was always available for anything we needed. I would highly recommend the lodge to anyone. We already miss being there.
There was absolutely nothing we disliked.
Hi Missy, Thank you for that great review and compliment to all our lovely staff, it was our pleasure to have you here with us and made your vacation an unforgettable one. We hope to see soon again and can promise you once more that with the newly additions on the property we will make your stay an unbelizeable one.
Hi Missy, Thank you for that great review and compliment to all our lovely staff, it was our pleasure to have you here with us and made your vacation an unforgettable one. We hope to see soon again and can promise you once more that with t… Show more
Reviewed: 19 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewThe staff are very friendly and helpful. The grounds are well maintained and very pretty. The surrounding countryside is amazing, and you really feel that you are away from civilization. The cabins have a certain rustic charm, with interesting indigenous art on the walls.
There is only one electrical outlet in each cabin, and no wifi connection except in the dining area. The bathroom tap had only cold water (though the shower had hot water). The furniture was a bit worn and tired. And the lodge itself can feel rather isolated, since it is a half hour to 40 minutes from San Isidro.
Hi William, Thank you for that extraordinary review and it was our pleasure to have hosted you as one of our very own Guest. Thanks as well for the compliment on everyone and the property, and we would gladly host you again if you decide to come back at Pine Ridge Lodge.
Hi William, Thank you for that extraordinary review and it was our pleasure to have hosted you as one of our very own Guest. Thanks as well for the compliment on everyone and the property, and we would gladly host you again if you decide t… Show more
Reviewed: 14 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewBeautiful grounds and really lovely staff. The bungalows were spacious and we enjoyed the daily housekeeping.
The bungalows are a bit old and there’s some things that are in need of repair. The beds are hard although I understand this is normal for Belize. The food is pricey. It is good and there is plenty and they accommodated our requests (Marcy is amazing).
Hi Alex, Thank you for the wonderful compliment on the review and we are glad that you enjoyed all meals and sorry our bedding in the facility but this is something that we will work on with the new owners. So hopefully when you decide to come back our facilities are better and there will be more to enjoy. Will let the cook know about her meals and thank you for the compliment. It was pleasure having you here and would love to host you once more in the future.
Hi Alex, Thank you for the wonderful compliment on the review and we are glad that you enjoyed all meals and sorry our bedding in the facility but this is something that we will work on with the new owners. So hopefully when you decide to c… Show more
Reviewed: 10 February 2025 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewLovely staff and surrounding grounds. Food was great! WiFi only in the common area was great for disconnecting.
River water use clogs shower head on occasion. Got 1 cold shower as a result. Humidity!
Hi Eva, Thank you for the compliment on our staff and grounds also on our foods we are glad that you enjoyed all these and really sorry about the clog shower but these issues have been resolved and can assure you that if you decide to come back it won't occur. It was a pleasure to have hosted you as our very own Guest.
Hi Eva, Thank you for the compliment on our staff and grounds also on our foods we are glad that you enjoyed all these and really sorry about the clog shower but these issues have been resolved and can assure you that if you decide to come… Show more
Reviewed: 9 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewThe lodge and grounds are very pleasant and attractively situated adjacent to a small river.
We had no transport and as there is no where to eat but the lodge. They have no menu, and provide one set meal, but at top a top hotel price.The transfer costs are also high. It is not a destination for hiking as we had hoped.
Reviewed: 28 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewI would recommend to book activity by yourself and not with them. The price was way too high. They did not tell us that everything was with a 10% service on the bill. We only knew that at the end when we paid our invoice for our whole stay. (Food, activities you book with them, etc)
Hi Isabelle, The reason our prices are for the excursions is because all of our activities are privately done and not with Groups. As with groups sometimes you tend to get fussy Guests or they won't want to do the entire activity. So hence the reason we do our excursions privately so that our Guest can have the best experience. And I am sorry if you felt that our price was to high for your budget. Thanks for staying with us and choosing Pine Ridge Lodge.
Hi Isabelle, The reason our prices are for the excursions is because all of our activities are privately done and not with Groups. As with groups sometimes you tend to get fussy Guests or they won't want to do the entire activity. So h… Show more
Reviewed: 27 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 26 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewThe lodge is located right on the main road which initially I thought was a draw back since we got some road noise, but after visiting a couple of others, I realized it was a huge advantage. Roads here can be really terrible. Being on the main road made access far more achievable
The little edge on a working on improving things like having shampoo in the rooms
Hi Cathy, Thank you for the wonderful and great review that you left us and we greatly appreciate. We were glad to have hosted you here at Pine Ridge Lodge as our Guest and would be more than happy to accommodate you once more.
Reviewed: 19 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewBenoni, Marcia, Oscar, and Kevin were so attentive, friendly, and accommodating! We left early one morning, forgetting our breakfast, and Marcia literally RAN the truck down to ensure we were fed. Good thing because our adventure that day was the ATM Cave, a calorie burner! Room was impeccably clean and maintained. Do not miss the 3 course dinners, YUM! And the grounds are stunning and so well maintained. We will be back! Maggie and Morgan were so sweet and an excellent welcoming committee!
It was lovely to disconnect, but if you need wifi in your room, that's an upgrade that is coming. Wifi is available at the lodge, and the lodge has a lot of comfortable seating. We were early am adventurers, but be aware that there are a few roosters on the property.
Hi Heather, Thank you for the great and warm review on Booking and for the compliments to each staff that made your stay a memorable one. We were glad to have hosted you as our very own Guest here at Pine Ridge Lodge and glad that you have enjoyed and have a wonderful time with us, as well as enjoying the meals that were prepared by our cooks. We hope to see you soon again and have a blessed and wonderful day.
Hi Heather, Thank you for the great and warm review on Booking and for the compliments to each staff that made your stay a memorable one. We were glad to have hosted you as our very own Guest here at Pine Ridge Lodge and glad that you have… Show more
Reviewed: 12 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewAmazing location, very helpful and friendly staff, great food. Benoni was fantastic. The lodge rooms sit right on the beautiful river, with an impressive waterfall just a short stroll away.
The lodge is remote and rustic making it a great experience. The room amenities are few, with little storage and very small. For us it was not a problem.
Hi Mark, Thank you for the extraordinary review on booking and we were glad to have host you as our Guest here at Pine Ridge Lodge and glad that you got to enjoy everything at the Lodge.
Reviewed: 11 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewIt's a very relaxed atmosphere and great for the type of traveler that doesn't need a hair dryer or mints on the pillow. All the staff are friendly and kind. And we loved the lodge's two dogs who immediately befriend everyone.
It's an adjustment to remember not to put used toilet paper into the toilet.
Hi Janna, Thank you for the great and awesome comment and we are glad that you have enjoyed everything while here at Pine Ridge Lodge. Thanks for the lovely comment towards the staff and the two puppies. We hope to see you soon again and hopefully when you plan your vacation again you get to choose Pine Rodge Lodge and enjoy the new amenities that will be added to the Lodge.
Hi Janna, Thank you for the great and awesome comment and we are glad that you have enjoyed everything while here at Pine Ridge Lodge. Thanks for the lovely comment towards the staff and the two puppies. We hope to see you soon again and h… Show more
Reviewed: 8 January 2025 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewGreat location for exploring pine ridge reserve. 5 min drive to butterfly farm and 5 min drive to fantastic waterfalls for swimming. Kids loved exploring the grounds- looking for spiders, scorpions etc. Food was amazing- best we've had in Belize and they were able to help with our transfers from belize city at a good price as well as provide transport for local trips. I understand that it is about to undergo significant renovations over the next few months under new ownership, so it will change alot (and probably go up in price!).
Hi Roger, We are glad that you chose Prine Rideg Lodge for your family vacation and that you enjoyed everything while been their, it was a pleasure to have host you as one of our own Guest and made you feel welcomed. Thank you for the great review and lovely comments and it was always welcoming to have made your vacation an Unbelizeable one. We hope that when you ever come back to Belize for your next vacation you chose us once more and get to enjoy the new amenties that would be implemented at the Lodge.
Hi Roger, We are glad that you chose Prine Rideg Lodge for your family vacation and that you enjoyed everything while been their, it was a pleasure to have host you as one of our own Guest and made you feel welcomed. Thank you for the grea… Show more
Reviewed: 7 January 2025 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewThis place would’ve been perfect but the rather outrageous sums they charge for dinner, which is nothing to write home about. You’re captive there for dinner so no choice. Otherwise beautiful place!
Hi Narcisa, Thanks for choosing Pine Ridge Lodge as your vacation destination and for the lovely comment on the place. And we can assure you that we will be working on a new menu where you can choose what to have and also have the pleasure of comfort if you decide to come back in the near future.
Hi Narcisa, Thanks for choosing Pine Ridge Lodge as your vacation destination and for the lovely comment on the place. And we can assure you that we will be working on a new menu where you can choose what to have and also have the pleasure… Show more
Reviewed: 2 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewThere was no water in the bathroom I came there late couldn’t shower and couldn’t even brush my teeth... was really not comfortable experience.
Reviewed: 1 January 2025 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 20 December 2024 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewBeautifully located in the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve, right next to a creek and beautifully landscaped grounds that have tons of plant varieties.We were upgraded to the room with a view of the creek, comfortable size room & bed (Unless you're very particular with your beds and pillows), and bathroom with space to hang toiletries, and fresh towels. Nice veranda enclosed in mosquito netting (same with all windows and the dining area!) with chairs facing the creek. Solar lights on the pathways to and from the rooms and dining room, newish road is quiet especially with the creek. Everyone is so warm and welcoming. Happily chat about the nearby surroundings, local sights, and recommendations Benoni leads the charge arranged transportation and tours for us, including taking us on a half day tour himself nearby. Oscar and Marci cook delicious local Belizean and Maya meals, each one just as tasty as the last (please don't make us choose favorites, it was all delicious!) for breakfast and dinner with a new menu incoming. Also available for lunch if you're just passing through. Maggie and Morgan are two adorable small dogs that initially act as welcoming committee and love a nice scratch behind the ears. Eco lodge so minimalist but homey atmosphere, yes wifi mostly in the main dining room area (which has books and games and Morgan & Maggie). Space for parking if you rent a car (we didn't), and easy to find just off the recentish paved road.
New ownership recently with plans for the next few months so guess we'll have to return to see the improvements and new menu with set prices.
Hi Alexandra, Thank you for the warm and awesome comments and we are pleased that you had a beautiful and unforgettable experience at Pine Ridge Lodge. Thanks for the lovely comment on the food and service we provided to you and also the welcome Maggie and Morgan gave to you upon arriving at the Lodge. It was a pleasure to have you here and we hope to see you soon again and hopefully when you come back we have new amenities on the property for you to enjoy and once more make it a memorable experience.
Hi Alexandra, Thank you for the warm and awesome comments and we are pleased that you had a beautiful and unforgettable experience at Pine Ridge Lodge. Thanks for the lovely comment on the food and service we provided to you and also the w… Show more
Reviewed: 21 November 2024 · Stayed in November 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 2 November 2024 · Stayed in November 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 12 July 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewWe absolutely adored our stay at Pine Ridge Lodge! Neil and his family, plus the staff (Benoni and Marci!), were welcoming, kind, and helpful. Because it's a smaller place, we felt that the service was super personalized and far better than we'd have experienced elsewhere. We were definitely well taken care of, from dinners and helping with tour guides to Caracol to having the forethought to prepare a picnic lunch for us before we even had to ask--which lunch my daughter said was the best packed lunch she'd ever had (and she doesn't say stuff like that)! The lodging aspect was great, where my daughter stayed up in the loft area and we were downstairs in the larger bed, and we all could feel the breezes through the screens. We had plenty of space for our stuff and the bathroom was large. We appreciated not having Wifi access other than in the main area of the Lodge as it made us actually (gasp!) spend time together as a family.
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Hi Kathryn, Thank you for that incredible review and we are glad that your family enjoyed everything here while staying at Pine Ridge Lodge. Also thanks for the compliment on the food and service that we provided. It was a pleasure for us having you here as one of our Guest and thank you for choosing us for your vacation. We hope to see sometime soon again.
Hi Kathryn, Thank you for that incredible review and we are glad that your family enjoyed everything here while staying at Pine Ridge Lodge. Also thanks for the compliment on the food and service that we provided. It was a pleasure for us h… Show more
Reviewed: 6 July 2024 · Stayed in July 2024
Verified reviewWe loved everything about this quaint off the grid lodge. The amenities were comfortable and clean. The staff is so kind and welcoming & the food is delicious. It's a great jumping off point to explore Bellize, including Mayan ruins, waterfalls, swimming holes, local art shops, and local cuisine. Thank you all for such a lovely stay!
Hi Warren, Thank you for your extraordinary review and we are glad that you have enjoyed your stay at Pine Ridge Lodge. It was a pleasure having you here as one of our guest and we hope to see you soon again.