As an English teacher in Honduras we were forced to leave on a trip to renew our visas and the closest place we could go was Punta Gorda, Belize. Honestly, I and my co-workers were not looking forward to this trip at all, but when we stumbled upon Hickatee Cottages it made the forced trip and enjoyable vacation. We were... more

We loved Hickatee. The owners, Ian and Kate, were incredibly welcoming and generous hosts. They provided lovely and tasteful accommodations, personalized care and fostered a real respect for the environment and local culture. They were particularly gentle and kind to our eleven year old daughter, which is a gift she will always remember. We traveled all over Belize and our... more

Hickatte was great! My partner, MJ, and I stayed there on our way to Guatemala, and liked it so much we went back on our way back to the states instead of our other plans. Kate and Ian were lovely. They gave, quite possibly, the best service I have EVER received on a trip, local or international. Kate is a... more

Every time I come across a cute little bottle of shampoo from Hickatee Cottages in our bathroom I am taken back to the wonderful few days we spent at Hickatee Cottages in the capable hands of Ian and Kate. I am writing at least 10 months after we actually stayed there and it is amazing how many of the details... more

We found Ian and Kate to be gracious hosts whom we felt we had been good friends with for a long time. The cottage, grounds and meals were perfect. We remember our stay at the Hickatee as we do a wonderful dream. It was so nice to wake up to coffee that had be quietly delivered to the cottage each... more

Ian and Kate are wonderful, interesting and charming. They know where to go, what to do and who to talk to. And they are also very interesting to talk with. My sons and I were charmed with the cottages placed as they are in a beautiful garden in the midst of the forest. We will return whenever we are in... more

The reviews sum up Hickatee very well – comfortable accommodation, great food, and a lovely jungle setting, but close enough to cycle to PG town and visit the chocolate factory, market, the local maya embroidery cooperative, and for meals at local restaurants. Ian and Kate were great company, very hospitable, and have loads of information on self-drive tours of the... more

Punta Gorda (PG) is one of those rare, uncompromised havens that true travelers will cherish. PG is close to treasures of the land and the sea. There are keyes for diving and jungles for exploring. The area’s economy is simple but its culture rich and diverse. Families grind exquisite chocolates from cacao grown on trees that they treat like friends.... more

Ian and Kate have truly created something special at Hickatee. The location is great -- only 1.5 miles from PG. . yet, you feel as though you are in the middle of the jungle. I have stayed at other jungle accommodations in other parts of Belize -- the kind that are far away from everything - and I felt the... more