The Lodge at Jaguar Reef

I HIGHLY recommend anyone looking for an amazing family vacation to visit the Lodge at Jaguar Reef. Our family enjoyed the multiple excursions ( mayan ruins, snorkeling, etc. The service is world class on all fronts. I cannot say enough about the professionalism of Joseph, Queli, Mario, Samaika, Ikweh, Alex, Andy, Jason, Leo just to name a few. You will NOT be disappointed making the Lodge at Jaguar Reef your next Spring Break tropical destination. We will certainly be back. Matt Clough and family Denver, Colorado

We stayed here for 3 days and 2 nights. We were impressed at how friendly, helpful and responsive the staff were. I like how we can send a text at whatsapp and within seconds to minutes we get a response and help was on its way. We especially enjoyed the warmth and friendliness of two staff at The Lodge- Larry and Brendon. Very informative and knowledgeable about the area. The place was beautiful; the location was perfect and local restaurants were within walkable distance. The only thing that maybe could improve was the beach. There were a lot of algae and seaweed at the shallow areas and kids were not so excited to swim on it.

We spent a full week at The Lodge at Jaguar Reef in January and had an absolutely wonderful stay. From the moment we arrived, everything about the resort made for a relaxing and memorable experience. The property is located roughly 2 hours from BZE, but the distance is worth it, plus they make it easy by arranging a shuttle to and from the property. We found this easier than flying on a puddle-jumper to Dangriga airport. The property itself is beautiful and sits right on the water, with a laid-back atmosphere that perfectly captures the charm of Hopkins. Our room was a two-bedroom, two-bath penthouse with a plunge pool, and that feature alone made the trip extra special. After a day of exploring, it was such a treat to relax in the warm plunge pool in the evening while listening to the ocean. The beach was lovely, and the overall vibe of the resort was peaceful and welcoming. One of the biggest surprises was how good the food at the resort was. We did venture out to several great local restaurants in Hopkins, including Ella's Cool Spot and Maximo's Restaurant, but we found ourselves eating breakfast at the resort every single morning because it was that good. The breakfast was phenomenal and very reasonably priced. The fry jacks are a must-try. We also had lunch and dinner at the resort on a couple of occasions and were very impressed. What truly made the stay special, though, was the staff. The team at Jaguar Reef goes above and beyond! Kayla, one of the resort ambassadors/concierge team members, was wonderful—always smiling, incredibly helpful, and such a warm presence around the dining area during the day. She really helped make our stay feel welcoming and seamless. Julio was fantastic when it came to both excursions and local knowledge. He helped us plan a last-minute trip to San Ignacio, which turned out to be one of the highlights of the entire trip. His recommendations and assistance went far above and beyond. Jasmine and Tareek at the front desk were also incredibly friendly, helpful, and accommodating throughout our stay. Every interaction with the staff reinforced how much they genuinely care about guests having a great experience. We loved every minute of our stay and would absolutely return to Jaguar Reef.

Jaguar Reef is a beautiful place to stay when visiting Belize. It’s beautifully appointed but not fussy— everything is here, including gorgeous beach access, two pools, a full service restaurant, three bars and a pizza place. The rooms are comfortable and spacious— and the bed was divine. The staff— especially Kayla, Robin, and Jasmine— are wonderfully kind and helpful. I REALLY enjoyed the tour I took of the bioluminescent lagoon. It’s just a fabulous place and I hate to leave it.

Another wonderful stay! The rooms and amenities are amazing. It was great seeing Kaptain Larry again, his attention to detail and hospitality always make our trip special.