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Gaia River Lodge
San Ignacio, Belize · The Lighter Collection · Core Luxury
Gaia River Lodge sets thatched cabanas above the Five Sisters Waterfalls, inside Belize's Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve, a long climb up from San Ignacio. Screens and ceiling fans do the cooling. A riverside restaurant and a spa sit with the falls, and the forest is the rest of the plan. Michelin gave the lodge Two Keys in 2026.
- 17 rooms
- Neighborhood: Mountain Pine Ridge
About Gaia River Lodge
- The cabanas sit above the Five Sisters Waterfalls in the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve.
- Screens and ceiling fans do the cooling, and the restaurant deck faces the river.
Restaurants and bars
- Five Sisters Restaurant — Restaurant
Experiences
- Natural swimming pools beneath the Five Sisters Waterfalls — Freshwater pools beneath the Five Sisters Waterfalls, with a handrail for safe access and fresh towels provided in the cabana.
- Hydro-electric tram to the river and waterfalls — Eco-friendly tram offering access to the river and waterfalls.
- Guided tours to Mayan ruins — Guided tours to Caracol, Xunantunich and other nearby archaeological sites, arranged by the lodge.
- Guided cave tours — Guided tours to caves including Rio Frio and ATM (Actun Tunichil Muknal).
- Biking through jungle trails — Biking through jungle trails in the surrounding area, with guest bicycles, helmets and safety tips provided.
- Private cabana waterfall and rainforest views — Private cabanas each with views of the waterfalls or rainforest.
Amenities
- Wi-Fi in common areas and rooms
- Private transfers available
- Hydro-electric tram to the river and waterfalls
- On-site Mayan organic garden
- Private transfers from anywhere in Belize
- Restaurant using produce from on-site garden
- Complimentary bikes with helmets
- Filtered spring water provided daily in cabana
- Wake-up and coffee/tea service on request
- Fresh towels for waterfall and sun lounging
- Hand-painted Mexican tile bathrooms
- Matouk and Frette linens
- Belizean hardwood and polished mahogany interiors
- Spa services
- Same-day laundry service
- Linens refreshed every three days or on request
Awards
- MICHELIN Two Keys (2026)
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