Chaab'il B'e Lodge & Casitas
Jacintoville, Punta Gorda 00000 Belize
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#4 of 20 B&Bs / Inns in Punta Gorda
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4.7
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4.8
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4.9
Value
4.8
Situated in a peaceful, secluded setting on 20 acres of lush tropical gardens and jungle, Chaab'il B'e Lodge and Casitas is the best choice for nature loving travelers to Southern Belize. Use the lodge as your base for exploring the cultural, archaeological, and eco-adventure activities of Toledo District. Afterwards, enjoy great food, hospitality and pleasingly rustic yet oh so comfortable accommodations. Take the trail less traveled...
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Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
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Free breakfast
Banquet room
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Non-smoking hotel
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Jacintoville, Punta Gorda 00000 Belize
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This property is clean and well-kept with many well-maintained trails through the jungle for bird watching or fun, also has a great swimming hole. The room was clean spacious and well lit. The hosts were extremely helpful in recommending and scheduling both cocoa and snorkeling tours, great restaurants and just neat stuff to check out in the area. Sheila pointed out several different bird species that we would have missed. This place is my favorite of the 5 we stayed in all over Belize both in the jungle and on the beach.
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Date of stay: December 2022
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Response from Sheila Nale, Owner at Chaab'il B'e Lodge & Casitas
Responded Jan 8, 2023
Thanks so much for this lovely review, Amy. We enjoyed your stay and hope to see you and Todd again one day.
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On a regular basis, I travel to Belize with service groups. Chaab'il B'e has become a favorite destination of ours. Sheila and Rusty are very accommodating hosts who treat guests like family. The setting is peaceful and beautiful, with gorgeous foliage, a delightful swimming hole, rainforest trails, and plenty of bird sightings. Sheila's meals are exceptional!
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Date of stay: June 2022
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Room Tip: The screened-in casitas are beautiful!
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Response from Sheila Nale, Owner at Chaab'il B'e Lodge & Casitas
Responded Jun 22, 2022
Thanks, Ann. You and your people make it so easy to be hospitable! Looking forward to seeing you next time.
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It was a great experience staying at the Chablis be Lodge. The accommodations were good with hot showers and we had AC in our rooms. The breakfasts and dinners were to die for prepared by the owner herself. The hospitality and views were fantastic. Will definitely be back to Chablis Be Lodge!
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Date of stay: June 2022Trip type: Traveled on business
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Responded Jun 19, 2022
Thank you, Joe, for your lovely review. We always have fun with Ann's groups and I like everyone who likes my food! We look forward to seeing you again at Chaab'il B'e Lodge.
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Sheila and Rusty have made this place an absolute gem. The beauty of the gardens and swimming hole on Jacinto Creek are complemented by understated comfort in the traditionally built casitas. Breakfasts on the upper floor are a feast for the senses, with tropical fruit, good coffee and a daily surprise involving eggs accompanied by hummingbirds at eye level outside the screens and howler monkeys booming in the background. Look out of the bathroom window early in the day to catch the agoutis foraging for fruit at the jungle's edge, and entrancing bats hooking onto the mesh screens for a day's rest after insect-hunting all night. Birding is the particular speciality here, with over 220 species recorded on the lodge property. It's almost difficult to tear yourself away to enjoy all the other opportunities available in southern Belize, but you should, and the owners will arrange for expert guides to make sure that you enjoy birding, visiting ruins, jungle trekking, waterfalls, and if you really have time left, the coast. …
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Date of stay: April 2022
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Responded Apr 12, 2022
Thanks for your informative review, Fiona! I really appreciate that you "get" this place. We look forward to seeing you again.
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Stayed here for 6 nights. Grounds were beautiful. Sets off the road which helped to create a quiet and serene setting. Breakfast and dinner were delicious. The owners, Sheila and Rusty were beyond hospitable. They were a wealth of knowledge regarding the people and culture of the surrounding area. I felt most welcomed. Would not hesitate to return again.
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Date of stay: March 2022Trip type: Traveled on business
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Response from Sheila Nale, Owner at Chaab'il B'e Lodge & Casitas
Responded Mar 27, 2022
We are so happy you enjoyed your stay. I love cooking for people who like my food! We look forward to seeing you again.
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The beds and accommodations were a bit tired, and the location is next to a lumber mill, so it can be noisy in the day, but the hosts are anxious to please and if you have meals there, they will be terrific. It's a good home-base location to head a few different directions to explore and see authentic Maya culture.
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Date of stay: March 2022
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Response from Sheila Nale, Owner at Chaab'il B'e Lodge & Casitas
Responded Mar 14, 2022
Thank you, Leaha, for bringing the bed in your casita to my attention. The frame had loosened and we were not aware of it. It's fixed and we upgraded the mattress as well. As for the mill, you are the first guests to comment on it. I think since our guests, like you and Mike, go off on adventures during the day and the mill is out on the road on the other side of the bridge, no one is even aware of it. I'm sorry it bothered you. It's one of those things we have no control of living in a village. We enjoyed your visit and hope you had a good rest of your trip this time in Belize. Happy trails!
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Incredible hospitality and a beautiful piece of property. I came here on a school trip this past January and it was fantastic. The lodging is very comfortable and clean. Food is fantastic as we were served different types of meals from the different ethnic backgrounds in Belize. The area itself is hidden gem if your looking for a great place in the tropics. Overall, a fantastic stay and everyone in our group loved it. You will experience animals on the property and they make noise but it is five time better than hearing horns and sirens like you would hear in a crowded city.
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Date of stay: January 2022
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Room Tip: The casitas are awesome!
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Response from Sheila Nale, Owner at Chaab'il B'e Lodge & Casitas
Responded Mar 13, 2022
Thanks so much for the review. We loved you all. Lots of fun and we would be happy to see you back any time. The howler monkeys will be waiting.
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Sheila and Rusty were the perfect hosts! My family has lived in Belize for 7 years now, We thought we knew all the good spots, were we wrong! This really is a beautiful spot not far off the road at all but you would swear you are in the heart of the undisturbed jungle. The amenities were way above par for Belize, I understand the struggle it is to get the latest updates in a third world country, they really met the challenge. Great WiFi, cable and hot, hot water. So clean too! Lots of activities to do on the property like rare bird watching, loads of different animals and gorgeous hikes, gorgeous. It's great that you are only a short commute to the heart of Punta Gorda to do some great shopping. Thanks guys for a wonderful experience. See you soon for sure!
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Date of stay: February 2020
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Response from Sheila Nale, Owner at Chaab'il B'e Lodge & Casitas
Responded Jun 30, 2020
Thanks, Dana, for the lovely review! We were so happy to have you visit and look forward to your return.
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We had a wonderful family stay in the Casita. Lovely grounds. Great hosts. Fully enjoyed the Punta Gorda area. Recommend the chocolate tour, town centre market, local waterfalls and snake cayes. Nice change from heavy tourist areas.
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Date of stay: February 2020Trip type: Traveled with family
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Response from Sheila Nale, Owner at Chaab'il B'e Lodge & Casitas
Responded Mar 3, 2020
Thanks, Jason! So nice getting to know you and your family. We love people who like Toledo. Hope you come again!
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Chaab'il B'e is a truly great place to stay! I came as part of a cacao tour and had an amazing week. The rooms are clean and comfortable, the AC works well in the rooms in the lodge and the grounds are beautiful. Sheila and Rusty were lovely hosts and the food each day was unbelievable! Since we were part of a cacao tour, each dinner had an aspect of cacao incorporated into the meal. From chocolate baguette, to cacao nib roti, to chocolate mango cheesecake - I couldn't get over my week of meals in chocolate heaven! Sheila was also so friendly and helpful in orchestrating tours as well as even helping me change the time of a domestic flight on the last day. I definitely recommend staying here and hope to come back some day in the not to distant future!!
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Date of stay: February 2020
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Room Tip: The lodge rooms have AC and you won't have any issues with mosquitos. You can hear the lovely...
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Response from Sheila Nale, Owner at Chaab'il B'e Lodge & Casitas
Responded Feb 22, 2020
Erika, you are too kind! I'm so glad I could be helpful to you. And, I will be working on the recipes for you!
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PRICE RANGE
$125 - $125 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
FORMERLY KNOWN AS
Tranquility Lodge
LOCATION
BelizeToledo DistrictPunta Gorda
NUMBER OF ROOMS
9
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chaab'il B'e Lodge & Casitas
Which popular attractions are close to Chaab'il B'e Lodge & Casitas?
Nearby attractions include IXCACAO Maya Belizean Chocolate (2.1 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Chaab'il B'e Lodge & Casitas?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and an on-site restaurant.
Which room amenities are available at Chaab'il B'e Lodge & Casitas?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a desk, and a seating area.
What food & drink options are available at Chaab'il B'e Lodge & Casitas?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast and an on-site restaurant during their stay.
Is parking available at Chaab'il B'e Lodge & Casitas?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Chaab'il B'e Lodge & Casitas?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Spanish, and Swedish.
Are there any historical sites close to Chaab'il B'e Lodge & Casitas?
Many travelers enjoy visiting Lubaantun (9.9 miles).