Title: Alma Del Rio – Eco Comfort on the Water | Private Riverfront Retreat - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Alma Del Rio – Eco Comfort on the Water | Private Riverfront Retreat Riverfront cottage with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Alma Del Rio – Eco Comfort on the Water | Private Riverfront Retreat ![Interior - Alma Del Rio – Eco Comfort on the Water | Private Riverfront Retreat (Cristo Rey)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105290000/105289100/105289028/f72ebd94.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Alma Del Rio – Eco Comfort on the Water | Private Riverfront Retreat (Cristo Rey)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105290000/105289100/105289028/42a69720.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Alma Del Rio – Eco Comfort on the Water | Private Riverfront Retreat (Cristo Rey)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105290000/105289100/105289028/b85cd32f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Alma Del Rio – Eco Comfort on the Water | Private Riverfront Retreat (Cristo Rey)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105290000/105289100/105289028/852b92ca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Spa - Alma Del Rio – Eco Comfort on the Water | Private Riverfront Retreat (Cristo Rey)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105290000/105289100/105289028/6c44a87b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies A garden, a playground, and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Alma Del Rio – Eco Comfort on the Water | Private Riverfront Retreat. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 11 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Alma Del Rio – Eco Comfort on the Water | Private Riverfront Retreat Alma Del Rio – Award-Winning Riverfront Eco-Retreat near San Ignacio More than a stay — a full Belize nature, wellness & cultural experience For true nature lovers, Alma Del Rio is the perfect place to practice the Belizean art of “chillaxing.” Our charming, artistic riverfront eco-homes on the Macal River are located just 10 minutes from San Ignacio on the road to the famous Mountain Pine Ridge. Alma Del Rio is the Belize Tourism Board winner for Best Small Accommodations of the Year and a certified Health & Safety Gold Standard facility. This unique property includes two houses, La Alma & Casa Sophia, located 40 feet apart, and can host up to 11 guests when rented together — perfect for families and groups. Immersed under huge Guanacaste trees, enjoy wildlife, pristine river views, and a secluded sandy river island and swim spot (seasonal). The Homes Casa Sophia (2-story) Artfully crafted with river and forest canopy views. The upper level is a half-open kitchen and lounge, and the lower level can be arranged as two compact private bedrooms or a shared family suite. Note: open railings on the upper floor — toddlers require supervision. La Alma (single-story) Surrounded by lush greenery, with two private bedrooms and a screened back porch offering breathtaking river views — ideal for families and friends. Both houses include rain showers, fully equipped kitchens, laundry, extra bedding upon request, river access, hammocks, and excellent privacy. River, Culture & Wellness Follow the path to the river and enjoy: Paddle boards & inflatable double kayak Cooler, picnic mat, bamboo plates Beach towels & water shoes Enhance your stay with traditional Maya cooking classes and on-site massage services — connecting you to local culture and deep relaxation. Comfort & Eco Living Fast Wi-Fi, complimentary tropical fruit, coffee, tea, drinking water, handmade soaps, board games, a spacious dining table, and cozy lounge areas with river views. Kids and pets are welcome. Each bedroom has one AC unit for extreme heat days, but most of the year the river breeze and passive cooling keep the homes comfortable. We are environmentally friendly with a solar water heater, energy-efficient lighting, biodegradable products, and minimal plastic use. Nature & Road Sounds (Important) This is a real jungle environment. You may see insects or small critters, hear geckos clicking at night, the occasional falling branch, and light traffic during Pine Ridge Road rush hours — all part of the natural soundtrack of Belize. Your Hosts We live in San Ignacio and are always available to help. After booking, you’ll receive our digital guest guidebook with directions, local tips, and activity planning support. No smoking inside the rooms or kitchen We ask guests to separate waste into the designated bins and follow the Bio-toilet instructions Please be kind to the environment and our houses :) Please be considerate to our neighbors with noise Please turn off all fans and appliances when not in the house- fans don\`t keep the room cool. Lost key fee- $20BZ ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Massage ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car not required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Kitchen island - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is not required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as 268890 ## About the area Located in San Ignacio, this cottage is on the waterfront. Sa'c Tunich and Upe Nai - Living Maya Immersion are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Green Hills Butterfly Ranch and Belize Botanic Gardens. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our San Ignacio travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Ignacio.dx601562) [View more Cottages in San Ignacio](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Ignacio-Cottages.d601562-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C17.13896%2C-89.04781&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=pqQ7Ez1jB8shxdwmQ9bfgrLkXKk=) Cristo Rey, Cayo District ### What's nearby - ![Colorful hammocks for sale in San Ignacio Saturday market](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621554118033/49bc3585-36d0-4821-935a-7feac0f59c65.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) San Ignacio Market 6 min drive \- 4.6 km - ![Maya pyramid ruin at 'Cahal Pech' in San Ignacio, Belize](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6070915/fa19b476-8e67-4b4e-ad3e-821cbd902a79.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Cahal Pech Mayan Ruins 8 min drive \- 5.7 km - Macal River 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - Monkey Falls 5 min drive \- 2.9 km - San Ignacio & Santa Elena House of Culture 6 min drive \- 4.6 km ### Getting around - San Ignacio (CYD-Town Airstrip) 24 min drive ### Restaurants - The Hive 7 min drive - Ko-Ox Han-Nah 7 min drive - Coffee De Los Mayas 6 min drive - The Burnz 6 min drive - Authentic Flavours 10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Alma Del Rio – Eco Comfort on the Water | Private Riverfront Retreat pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Alma Del Rio – Eco Comfort on the Water | Private Riverfront Retreat? ### What time is check-out at Alma Del Rio – Eco Comfort on the Water | Private Riverfront Retreat? ### Where is Alma Del Rio – Eco Comfort on the Water | Private Riverfront Retreat located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Alma Del Rio – Eco Comfort on the Water | Private Riverfront Retreat Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### David S. Jan 18, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The porch and kitchen became a focal point for our family, with EVERYONE spending time there instead of individual rooms. This was great because often people tend to go do their own thing, and due to the feng shui of this villa, it seemed to me that everyone was naturally drawn to the communal spaces (especially once someone misses seeing a toucan). ##### David S. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Spencer M. May 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful time in nature We loved the place, the houses were beautiful with some high quality wooden furnishings. We spent some very peaceful mornings reading and watching birds, although no toucans for us unfortunately. Overall a wonderful way to end our time in Belize. Dora was super kind and helpful at check-in. The provided guide to San Ignacio was also super helpful. check in ##### Spencer M. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Krysti S. Jan 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Home in the Jungle Our family of 5 (3 kids aged 17, 14 and 8) stayed at this property in early January. The property is absolutely beautiful, and the home(s) were so well cared for and gorgeous. Having the river right behind the home was fun for fishing and exploring. Also we always felt very safe not only in the area but the home also has a locked gate to enter and exit. There were all of the amenities we needed for our stay. The property is known for being environmentally friendly and is open in many ways to the outdoors. If you aren't the outdoorsy type or don't like camping this may not be for you. We loved being able to have the open showers, opening the doors to the screened porches and seeing wildlife right there. That also did present the risk of spiders and ants in the home. We were prepared and helped the spiders out and sprayed Off for the ants so it wasn't a huge deal after the first night.We aren't big planners but the owner and property manager were so accommodating. I messaged late in the evening a few times asking for help with excursions and they were so sweet and easily had things lined up for us the next day. We highly recommend the ATM tour but be sure to bring socks and read reviews. The property is very close to town with a grocery store right down the road and most of the attractions a short drive away. Overall, it was a great stay in San Ignacio and this property did not disappoint. ##### Krysti S. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Trey S. Jan 15, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Everything about Alma del Rio was amazing! The houses are beautiful and the garden/forest is part of each one. We spent all of our time at the houses on the porch watching the birds and listening to the frogs and monkeys. If/when I go back to Belize I will stay her again! ##### Trey S. 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