Hidden Valley Inn, a luxury hotel with only 12 cottages is located on a 7200 acres private reserve in the Mountain Pine Ridge area of Belize. This small eco resort provides a place where you can enjoy the simple pleasures of quality accommodations, fine food and attentive service and where you can walk into a world unspoiled by man and experience a unique contact with nature. The flora, wildlife and birding here are like no place on earth.
You and our other guests will enjoy exclusive access to 90 miles of hiking and mountain biking trails as well as many secluded pools and waterfalls set in tropical rainforest. For honeymooners seeking romance, Secret Pools and Falls or Orchid Falls will be reserved for the day with lunch set out next to the pool below the falls.
The Inn also serves as a convenient base for visiting the various scenic attractions of the area : Canoe trips and horseback riding through the jungle are a peaceful way to experience the indigenous flora and fauna, mystical caves can be explored on foot, by canoe or tube whilst ancient Mayan cities and modern day rural villages provide a glimpse of past and present cultures.
Hidden Valley Inn is comprised of a central Lodge surrounded by only 12 cottages guaranteeing outstanding personalized service and privacy.
The twelve cozy rooms with ceiling fans and screened windows all feature en suite bathrooms providing plentiful hot water. Brick fireplaces, handcrafted mahogany furnishings and elegant decor in earthy tones reflect the warm intimacy of the Inn.
The Main House is the heart of the Inn. It has been converted from the original homestead and reflects the graciousness of a high-country lodge with its vaulted ceilings, exotic tropical cypress paneled walls and four fireplaces. Our guests enjoy meeting new friends in the relaxed, house party atmosphere. The three lounges and bar provide ample area to gather before dinner with a cocktail and share information with one another on the adventures of the day, or to settle quietly in a comfortable chair in one of the lounges to read.
The swimming pool and hot tub are the perfect place to soak away the stress of urban life or enjoy a frozen margarita at sunset.
Highlights
Enjoy a private day at a serene waterfall and pool where you will be served lunch on fine linens
7200 acres private reserve with both pine forest and tropical jungle where the flora and fauna are like no place on earth
Over 90 miles of private hiking and mt biking trails with numerous secluded pools and waterfalls set in tropical rainforest
Our Maya Mountain location is a convenient base for exploring the various scenic attractions of the area
Our small eco resort is a place where you can enjoy simple pleasures of quality accommodation, fine food and attentive service
Why should I choose this trip? What makes it better (different) than other trips?
Hidden Valley Inn is one of the few small luxury hotels in Belize situated within a private nature reserve. The accommodations are comprised of only 12 cottages which surround a central lodge housing a bar, restaurant and several lounges. It is also one of the only resorts whose facilities, trails and jungle waterfalls are reserved for exclusive use by resident guests guaranteeing privacy and some of the most personalized service in Belize. ...view more details
What kind of person will enjoy this trip?
Honeymooners, or couples looking to rekindle that honeymoon magic. The trip is best enjoyed by people who have a desire to get away from it all to relax in outstanding scenery and to enjoy nature. ...view more details
Day 1
Unwind in our jacuzzi and swimming pool to soak away the stress of urban life or enjoy a frozen margarita at sunset.
Talk a quiet walk around the property or settle quietly in a comfortable chair in one of the lounges to read or watch the undisturbed antics of the acorn woodpeckers and hummingbirds.
Day 2
The honeymoon package includes lunch set up at your choice of private waterfall for the day, complete with white linen, fresh flowers, sparkling wine and any transfers required to and from the waterfall. With only 12 cottages and over 7000 acres, personalised service and privacy are guaranteed.
Choose from either Secret Pools and Falls or Orchid Falls.
Secret Pools and Falls
Secret Pools and Falls is situated in the tropical broadleaf jungle under the shade of the canopy. Orchids, bromeliads and palmetto palms surround a rustic wooden table next to the lower waterfall and crystal pool. Hammocks hanging from trees next to the river provide the perfect place to relax.
Orchid Falls
Orchid Falls is a beautiful waterfall surrounded by sun baked granite boulders. Here a screened palapa with bathroom is perched on the rocks at the base of the falls. A wooden deck overhangs the natural pool. Hammocks, a table and chairs provide the perfect setting to relax when you need a break from exploring or floating lazily on inner tubes.
Forrester Falls
Forrester Falls is just a 30 minute hike from Orchid Falls. It is a perfect place to cool down whilst exploring and one can jump off the waterfall into the crystal pool below. This is also a private waterfall and is only accessible with the Orchid Falls package.
Day 3
Hike through a forest alongside a bubbling stream or take a bicycle to some of the lookouts where waterfalls tumble off the escarpment into the dense jungle below. Pause a while to enjoy a refreshing swim in a crystal clear rock pool below one of our breathtaking waterfalls. Or book a tour to view Mayan ruins, ride horses, canoe, or go cave exploring.
Day 4
Another day at your leisure. You can choose a tour to nearby attractions or explore the 90 miles of private trails on our property. Hike through a forest alongside a bubbling stream or take a bicycle to some of the lookouts where waterfalls tumble off the escarpment into the dense jungle below. Pause a while to enjoy a refreshing swim in a crystal clear rock pool below one of our breathtaking waterfalls.
Day 5
Enjoy a relaxing breakfast before departing for Belize City or your next Belizean adventure
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What's Included
All meals are included. 4 nights lodging in a private cabana. INCLUDES all taxes, service charge, a day at one of our pools and falls with lunch and sparkling wine, a pick up and drop off on the property
Not Included
Transfers from Belize City. Additional tours if desired. Alcohol and other purchases.
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4 Night Honeymoon At Hidden Valley Inn
by mukunig, Mar 31, 2006
Awesome! I got engaged here---not my honeymoon--but I can't think of a nicer place for it. The lodge is gorgeous and really well run. Everything has been thought through to provide a fabulous experience for the guests. I will remember this place fondly forever.
All meals are included. 4 nights lodging in a private cabana. INCLUDES all taxes, service charge, a day at one of our pools and falls with lunch and sparkling wine, a pick up and drop off on the property
Not Included
Not Included
Transfers from Belize City. Additional tours if desired. Alcohol and other purchases.
Transportation On Trip
Transportation Description
Hidden Valley Inn is a 2 hour drive from Belize City, and the trip is made in a comfortable private vehicle.
Transportation Types
Private Van
Lodging - Accommodations
What are the accommodations like?
Hidden Valley Inn is one of the few small luxury hotels in Belize situated within a private nature reserve. The accommodations are comprised of only 12 cottages which surround a central lodge housing a bar, restaurant and several lounges.
The cozy cottages with ceiling fans and screened windows all feature en suite bathrooms providing plentiful hot water. Brick fireplaces, handcrafted mahogany furnishings and elegant decor in earth tones reflect the warm intimacy of the Inn.
The Main House is the "heart" of the Inn. It has been converted from the original homestead and reflects the graciousness of a high-country lodge with its vaulted ceilings, exotic tropical cypress paneled walls and four fireplaces. Our guests enjoy meeting new friends in the relaxed, "house party" atmosphere. The three lounges and bar provide ample area to gather before dinner with a cocktail and share information with one another on the adventures of the day, or to settle quietly in a comfortable chair in one of the lounges to read or watch the undisturbed antics of the acorn woodpeckers and hummingbirds.
The swimming pool and hot tub is the perfect place to soak away the stress of urban life or enjoy a frozen margarita at sunset.
Power is supplied by a 110 volt generator between about 6 AM and 10 PM and then inverters supply the cottages with 110 volts through the night as well. Lights are kept to a minimum enhancing the view of the night sky.
Lodging Types
4 Nights Lodge
Average number of rooms in boat/lodge/hotel average
11-15
Toilet Facilities
Details
Provider Social and Environmental Responsibility
Orange Breasted Falcon Project
The first Orange Breasted Falcons born in captivity have been released by the Peregrine fund on Hidden Valley Inn's private reserve.
Ocelot Survey
A camera survey was done to compare Ocelots and other animals of the Mountain Pine Ridge in Belize to those in the Tropical Broadleaf jungle near Las Cuevas.
Margay Release Project
A Margay was rehabilitated by LiFeline and released on Hidden Valley's private reserve.
What special equipment will we use on this trip? Tell me about it.
We provide full supsension mountain bikes free of charge to all of our guests to explore our 990 miles of private roads and trails
Maximum Age
None
Travel Provider
Provider Name
Hidden Valley Inn
Why should I choose this provider?
Hidden Valley Inn, a luxury hotel with only 12 cottages is located on a 7200 acres private reserve in the Mountain Pine Ridge area of Belize. This small eco resort provides a place where you can enjoy the simple pleasures of quality accommodation, fine food and attentive service and where you can walk into a world unspoiled by man and experience a unique contact with nature. The flora, wildlife and birding here are like no place on earth.
Guests staying at this small luxury hotel enjoy exclusive access to 90 miles of hiking and mountain biking trails as well as many secluded pools and waterfalls set in tropical rainforest. For those seeking romance, use of one of the waterfalls may be reserved exclusively for the day.
Provider Policies
Cancellation Policies
Deposits:
Upon confirmation of a reservation we require a deposit of 30% of the total quoted package. The deposit must be received within 14 days of confirmation in order to secure the reservation. Full payment must be received no later than 45 days prior to arrival.
Refunds:
All deposits will be refunded in full if written notice if cancellation is received no later than 60 days prior to arrival. Cancellation between 60 days and 45 days of arrival will be given 50% refund of deposit. There will be no refunds for cancellations within 45 days prior to arrivals.
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TESTIMONIALS
I would recommend this trip to a friend in a second. The trip to the Galapagos was Outstanding. The Letty was wonderful; the naturalists were the greatest; the food was superb; the crew excellent; (I\'m running out of adjectives) I would recommend the whole thing and your agency also. You really provided excellent service and information. I felt I could email or call you with any questions and I knew you would answer quickly and I felt honestly. For just taking a chance finding you on the internet, I was very fortunate.
-- Joyce P, Galapagos Islands on the Eric, Letty, Flamingo I
The Inca trail trek can only be described as magical. I tried my best to be cynical, but it didn’t work. This trip was pure magic and absolutely perfect.
The logistics of the trip were impeccable. The ground transportation was on time and they made sure I was able to obtain my boarding pass and pay the airport tax at each leg of the trip.
Out on the hike, my guide Oswaldo was fabulous.
The food on the trail was amazing. The chef created simple and fresh meals that were bursting with local flavor.
-- Terry B, Inca Trail 5-day with Andean Adventures
Just returned from Costa Rica last night ... trip was a GREAT SUCCESS! We all thank you VERY MUCH for arranging the trip.
-- Bob Fenchel, Custom Costa Rica with Camino Travel
We’ve been home just over a week now and I just wanted to send you a quick note to let you just how fantastically well everything went! Ok, so we did end up paying the full whack (which I’ve decided just not to think about!). However, we had a fantastic guide and everything ran really smoothly and we had a fantastic time. From being collected from the hotel (Vieja Cuba which was lovely) to being looked after once we got to the Galapagos it was all just perfect, so thank you very much for being an important part of our fabulous trip.
Cheers Greg !
-- Marayka K., Galapagos Multisport 7-Day Adventure
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