Blancaneaux Lodge

Rich in Guatemalan décor, with thatched roofs and nestled amongst the foliage of Mountain Pine Ridge Reserve, Blancaneaux is the ideal backdrop to your Belize explorations. The remote mountain setting is perfect for investigating the ancient civilization of Maya. Choose between garden or riverfront view cabañas which showcase native arts and antiques, features a queen-size bed, large screened-in porch with a hammock which will transport you to an exotic, tropical paradise. Other options include the luxury villa which is more spacious and has its own feature pool. For the ultimate retreat, follow in the director’s footsteps and stay in Francis Ford Coppola’s personal villa, with an open plan living space with a hammock looking out over the jungle and a personal plunge pool in a lush tropical garden.

Sustainability

The eco-conscious establishment integrates sustainable practices into its operations, including the organic cultivation of all fresh produce on-site in its kitchen farm and gardens. Its architecture emphasizes blending with the environment, employing environmentally sound materials such as thatch, bamboo, and regionally produced tiles. Landscaping features local and regional plants that minimize the need for intensive irrigation. Energy and water conservation are prioritized through strategies like mulching to reduce transpiration from flower beds and the use of alternative cooling methods instead of air conditioning in villas.