Title: El Secreto - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # El Secreto Hotel with free parking, a short walk to Belize Barrier Reef ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5470000/5469400/5469301/8b154ba6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5470000/5469400/5469301/380d4759.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5470000/5469400/5469301/192306c8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5470000/5469400/5469301/4d7333f3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach massages, massage/treatment rooms, massages](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5470000/5469400/5469301/a4a110ac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies El Secreto sits on a peaceful beach with an outdoor pool, sun loungers, and a spa tub. The garden offers a quiet retreat, while adventurous guests can try kayaking or book helicopter tours. The concierge team plans activities, and there's a restaurant and bar for refreshments. 8.2 Very good ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Bar - Gym - Pool - Laundry - Parking included ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 28 - Oct. 29](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=5469301&PinnedHotelID=5469301&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=5469301&PinnedHotelID=5469301&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 29 - Oct. 30](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=5469301&PinnedHotelID=5469301&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=5469301&PinnedHotelID=5469301&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 31 - Nov. 2](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=5469301&PinnedHotelID=5469301&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=5469301&PinnedHotelID=5469301&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov. 7 - Nov. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=5469301&PinnedHotelID=5469301&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=5469301&PinnedHotelID=5469301&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ### Villa, Sea View ### Highlights HDTV Premium bedding Down duvet Memory foam bed Hair dryer Separate bathtub and shower Rainfall showerhead Bathrobes - Sea view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### Villa (Tropical) ### Highlights Air conditioning HDTV Premium bedding Down duvet Memory foam bed Hair dryer Separate bathtub and shower Rainfall showerhead - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### Villa, Lake View ### Highlights Individually furnished Air conditioning HDTV Blackout drapes/curtains Memory foam bed Down duvet Premium bedding Hair dryer - Lake view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### SPA Villa ### Highlights Individually furnished Private pool Air conditioning HDTV Blackout drapes/curtains Memory foam bed Down duvet Premium bedding - Ocean view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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Adventurous travelers may like the ecotours at this hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like kayaking. Guests can also expect to find laundry facilities, a bar and a restaurant. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas - Free self parking - Massage treatment rooms, beach towels, and a front-desk safe - Helicopter/airplane tours and concierge services Room features All guestrooms at El Secreto boast comforts such as premium bedding. ## Similar properties ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109040000/109032700/109032685/07a8905c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sand and Sky Resort San Pedro - Spa - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-11&endDate=2025-11-12&selected=109032685&PinnedHotelID=109032685&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1760000/1757000/1756951/48f7b4ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Matachica Resort & Spa - Adults Only San Pedro - Pool - Hot tub - Spa - Free airport shuttle 9.6 Exceptional 362 reviews CA $441 CA $546 total includes taxes & fees Oct 29 - 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Concierge services ### Outdoors - Beach towels - Garden - Pool loungers - Pool umbrellas - Terrace ### Spa - Spa treatment rooms ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Towels provided ### Entertainment - HDTV ### More - Phone ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3 PM ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation ### We should mention Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation ### Property is also known as El Secreto El Secreto Hotel El Secreto Hotel San Pedro El Secreto San Pedro El Secreto Belize/Ambergris Caye El Secreto Resort San Pedro El Secreto Resort El Secreto Belize/San Pedro El Secreto Hotel El Secreto San Pedro El Secreto Hotel San Pedro ## Frequently asked questions ### Does El Secreto have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### How much is parking at El Secreto? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at El Secreto? > Check-in begins at 3 PM. ### Where is El Secreto located? > Situated in San Pedro, this hotel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Belize Barrier Reef and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Tranquility Bay Beach. Bacalar Chico National Park & Marine Reserve and Secret Beach are also within 12 mi (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## El Secreto Reviews 8.2 ### Very good 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) ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Location ### 8.6 Staff & service ### 8.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 39 8 - Good 17 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 7 2 - Terrible 5 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Jul 7, 2018 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller Apr 19, 2018 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Stay Away When we arrived at the hotel, the whole site smelled of sewage. The restaurant area, the grounds, the pool area. When we asked why they said the pipes had broke. But when we tried to get our monies back and leave there was no manager at the hotel. The desk person said the manager lives in Mexico. When even Expedia tried to get in touch with the hotel to get a refund for us they coudln't get an answer. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Coco, Belize Feb 18, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Private & Secluded....exactly what we needed. We absolutely enjoyed our stay at El Secreto. The private pool and bedding was the icing on the cake! Estel was amazing! We will most definitely return. ##### Coco Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### twodox, Cheshire, CT Feb 3, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Total relaxation in an idyllic setting. El Secreto is a tiny gem of a hotel, with 13 beautiful cabins on a lovely site. Ours was around a lagoon and others are on the beach. The service was outstanding and the food in the restaurant was excellent and varied. The hotel is on the northern end of the island.San Pedro is 30 minutes away by boat or 45 minutes by golf cart along a very bad road. The nearest restaurant is a mile away, so you will eat nearly all your meals there, which can be expensive. We spent about $140/day for two, without a major bar tab. Estell, the manager, is a gem - witty, helpful and charming. Rather than spend a full week here, I recommend staying on the mainland or in San Pedro for your adventures and coming here after to chill out for a few days. Perfect for couples; NOT for children. ##### twodox Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Dianne, Peterborough ON Nov 22, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Perfect place to get away from it all My husband and I went to El Secreto for our one year anniversary. The hotel is stunning, and extremely private. We felt like we had the entire resort to ourselves. The staff were very attentive, but stayed in the background until you needed them. The grounds were stunning!! Every angle was like a post card. I had pretty high expectations but was very happily surprised. There were a few minor issues, we had trouble getting our hot tub turned on, out of the 7 nights we were there it was only turned on once, although we requested it every afternoon. Because of the time of year we went, the sand flies were quite bad (after the rainy season). The hotel did the best they could, and provided bug spray in all the rooms. In another couple of weeks they should be gone. We were looking for a place that we could escape the world, and found it at El Secreto. We still participated in the activities that we wanted to, but enjoyed the peace and quiet the most! We will definitely be back, and will highly recommend it to others we know who are thinking about Belize and Ambergris Caye as an option for a get away. ##### Dianne Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ELIAS Nov 15, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Amazing getaway Amazing getaway ##### ELIAS Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017 ### 8/10 Good #### Mariana Sep 12, 2017 Liked: Property conditions & facilities Disliked: Cleanliness Falta supervisión en el servicio de limpieza, si tienen malin+goetz de línea para amenities PERO nunca en 5 noches resurtieron jabones ni crema ni acondicionador. Tampoco kleenex El servicio/calidad en alimentos y bebidas regular y el precio MUY alto en relación. El lugar si es increíble, completamente remoto. Eso si es lo que buscan, está padre ##### Mariana Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2017 ### 4/10 Poor #### Mark and Jenny, San Diego Jun 20, 2017 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Poor experience but quick response & refund. Bats El Secreto is located in a beautiful, remote spot on Ambergris Caye. If you're not familiar with the layout of the caye, be aware that in order to get to El Secreto from San Pedro, you need to take a 30-min water taxi up the coast to reach the El Secreto dock. There is no road that goes there from town. The villas are nice and spacious. We arrived in the afternoon and intended to stay for two nights. We got to our villa and thought - why is the thatched palm frond roof so thin? We could literally see cracks of daylight through it. What do they do when it rains?? We figured that it isn't a huge concern since there was no rain in the forecast while we were there. We enjoyed the hot tub, had dinner and went to bed. Around 4:30am, we woke up to the sound of loud rustling inside our villa. I switched on a light to find a bat flying around inside our bedroom! It was bumping into the ceiling, presumably trying to get out. The bat finally found a crack in the ceiling and left. We packed up our things and checked out early that morning. The person at the front desk did not appear surprised at our experience. To us it seemed like they already knew that they had a bat problem. Despite the bad experience, El Secreto was quick to arrange a boat to take us back to San Pedro for free, and they were also quick to grant my refund request for both nights. We would love to recommend this resort, but until they fix their pest / bat problem, we can not honestly recommend staying here. ##### Mark and Jenny Stayed 2 nights in May 2017 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller May 30, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice property Great stay overall, staff was excellent very helpfull always and the property is ver nice ##### Verified traveller ### 2/10 Terrible #### Jennifer Mar 23, 2017 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### DO NOT STAY AT THIS HOTEL!!!! The staff that picked us up from the airport was friendly. The staff met us at the dock to welcome us to the hotel, but it was downhill from there. The restaurant was mediocre, there was one other person in the reastaurant but it took a very long time to get our food, which was extremely overpriced. The room upon first glance was ok, but quickly realized that coffee cups were flilthy, there weren't adequate toteltries and the hot tub was cold. Those items were addressed by the staff. After settling in we encountered a bat flying in our room. We contacted the front desk, and they were not very quick to respond. They eventually caught the bat and removed it from our room. After waiting for another villa to be cleaned, they moved us in the middle of the night. After a long day of traveling and the bat encounter I was ready for a good night sleep, as soon as the lights went out in the new villa again the bat problem. After bringing this to the managements attention, a very delayed response, we checked out and moved to another hotel. They did not refund our money, and said that it was our problem. The bottom line is, the hotel is not well-maintained, in addition to the bat problem, the overall condition of the hotel is poor. The onsite management is not equipped to handle situations that require refunding money to guest. I waited 2 1/2 hours for response from the corporate office that ultimately said sorry we're going to keep your money! ##### Jennifer ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller Feb 13, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness #### Great location but "rip off" for food The El Secreto is located at a great beach - just don't check 50m left/right from the hotel beach as it starts to be a dump. The stuff is friendly and helps in supporting a pleasurable stay. Due to the location a trip to San Pedro (or the next restaurant) is rather a nightmare and therefore: only the option for food and drinks at El Secreto is available. El Secreto does provide food but the price is (allow me to write) a rip off as the quality as well as the service is so lala. Additional: changes to a menu normally end in a "no" - which is far away from customer friendly. With that written: location and stuff great - amenities improvement highly appreciated! ##### Verified traveller ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller Jan 30, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### beautiful ammenities, but very remote. jacuzzi temperature did not work as desired, in general overpriced. beach very small, not good for swimming ##### Verified traveller ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Dec 27, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Christmas in paradise Excellent place to stay and relax, staff went the extra mile to make our stay one we'll never forget. The resort's attention to detail is unsurpassed by any other place we've stayed Kudos El Secreto Ernie & Suzanne ##### Verified traveller ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller Dec 14, 2016 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Isolated & bizarre... not in a good way. While the pool area and restaurant on this property are very beautiful, the rest of the resort is not so great. Overall, we were pretty disappointed. We selected one of the ocean villas. The room smelled like urine. The palm leaf roof was covered in black mold, which created a constant musty, unpleasant odor. AC in the room stopped working the last night of our three night stay. It was 85 degrees & miserable. The mosquitos & sand flies are horrible, so you can't even open the doors. The shower water was salt water. Service is very slow at the overpriced & mediocre restaurant & bar. Sometimes housekeeping services your room but not always. When we checked in, the sheets were soft & comfortable. The next day, they were changed to a cheap, torn & itchy set. Towels were also torn. The private hot tub isn't warm, let alone hot. Well drinks are $15 at the bar. We felt like it was Hotel California. The energy is weird. Staff lives on property and their dogs go into fits of barking at all times of the day & night.There is so much plastic and trash on the beaches, if you step one foot off property it feels like a garbage dump. It is so sad. There has been no clean up since Hurricane Earl's devastation Aug 2016. Most of the staff speaks poor English, which is odd for an English speaking country. The other couples we met agreed it was a bizarre experience. I wouldn't go back. ##### Verified traveller ### 10/10 Excellent #### Blake Dec 2, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Remote luxury Perfect place to escape and unplug in style. The staff was amazing and very friendly and helpful. ##### Blake ### 8/10 Good #### Arlen Jeferson, US Nov 23, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### excellent hotel Excellent hotel. Did edge of a small but magnificent strech of beach. The villas are comfortable and clean. The stuff is a pleasure. The only complaint would be the mosquitoes but we got to admit that being tropical resort we have to allow for some mosquitoes. Overall a very nice place to be. If you want to have some rest and be deducted from the world and El Secreto is the place to be. We enjoyed our stay there ##### Arlen Jeferson ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kyle, US Nov 13, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Excellent staff, room service, and amenities! Food was great as well ##### Kyle ### 10/10 Excellent #### Phillip Oct 4, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort This place is amazing! Especially if you need privacy. We rented a golf cart but that's not the way to go. The hotel will send a boat but we didn't know that. It's nearly impossible to find by road but if you do, turn toward El Norte Bar and drive down the beach for about a mile. ##### Phillip ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller Sep 12, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Overpriced, far away from everything, no area to beach swim. ##### Verified traveller ### 10/10 Excellent #### JT, New York Jul 27, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Our experience at El Secreto was nothing short of amazing. We received 5-star treatment from the pick-up to the drop-off. It was the most relaxing resort I have ever been to, and not to mention it is very beautiful and just like the pictures. A great secluded and relaxing getaway for couples. ##### JT ### 6/10 Okay #### Cheryl, Houston, TX Jul 18, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Disliked: Room comfort #### Too remote Nice hotel but too far from anything. If you want quiet and relaxing, then it is the place for you. If you want access to restaurants, shopping, activities, then it is not. Only accessible by boat. the hotel sometimes has a shuttle to town, but not always, and they didn't always post the schedule until the day of. Had to us water taxi a lot and it got to be expensive. ##### Cheryl ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emily, Austin, TX Jun 1, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Most Amazing Relaxing Experience I have traveled the whole world and this by far was the most relaxing and luxurious accommodation that I have stayed at. We absolutely love this hotel. If you watch the youtube video of the resort that is a complete accurate depiction of what this place is like. It is in a very remote spot far north on the island, and is so quite and peaceful. The beaches are clean and the water is beautiful. The staff is so friendly and helpful. The food was delicious. If you are looking for a complete getaway that is relaxing and calm this is for sure where you want to be. I can't recommend this place enough. I not only plan to come back with my boyfriend, but I want to bring my mom to this place as well. ##### Emily ### 8/10 Good #### Tina May 31, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Tina ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ruth, Houston, Texas Apr 10, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Our own resort El Secreto is small and quiet. We felt like we were on our own resort. The staff was not hovering but yet they were always available when we needed something. They took care of our every need. We were treated like royalty. It is a beautiful location. The entire experience was magnificent. ##### Ruth ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Mar 29, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Beautiful place and very comfortable bed, loved the whole experience. ##### Verified traveller ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Premier Overwater Bungalow](https://www.expedia.ca/Dangriga-Hotels-Premier-Overwater-Bungalow.h27592560.Hotel-Information) > > [Table Rock Jungle Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Ignacio-Hotels-Table-Rock-Jungle-Lodge.h13080598.Hotel-Information) > > [Falling Leaves Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Ignacio-Hotels-Falling-Leaves-Lodge.h43040914.Hotel-Information) > > [Ian Anderson's Caves Branch Adventure Co](https://www.expedia.ca/Belmopan-Hotels-Ian-Andersons-Caves-Branch-Adventure-Co.h9721335.Hotel-Information) > > [Little Harvest Caye- Private Island](https://www.expedia.ca/Placencia-Hotels-Little-Harvest-Caye-Private-Island.h19197450.Hotel-Information) > > [Belizean Dreams Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Hopkins-Hotels-Belizean-Dreams-Resort.h1566767.Hotel-Information) > > [Golden Bay Belize Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Belize-City-Hotels-Golden-Bay-Belize.h46123458.Hotel-Information) > > [Ramada Belize City Princess Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Belize-City-Hotels-Ramada-Belize-City-Princess-Hotel.h10710.Hotel-Information) > > [Hopkins Bay Belize, a Muy'Ono Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Hopkins-Hotels-Hopkins-Bay-Belize.h1696180.Hotel-Information) > > [Dream Valley Belize](https://www.expedia.ca/Belmopan-Hotels-Dream-Valley-Belize.h6958451.Hotel-Information) > > [Sweet Songs Jungle Lodge, a Muy’Ono Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Ignacio-Hotels-Sweet-Songs-Jungle-Lodge.h27599020.Hotel-Information) > > [Itz'ana Resort & Residences](https://www.expedia.ca/Placencia-Hotels-Itzana-Resort-Residences.h19718462.Hotel-Information) > > [Copal Tree Lodge, a Muy'Ono Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Punta-Gorda-Hotels-Copal-Tree-Lodge.h18732132.Hotel-Information) > > [Black Rock Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Ignacio-Hotels-Black-Rock-Lodge.h39828585.Hotel-Information) > > [St. George's Caye Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/St-Georges-Caye-Hotels-St-Georges-Caye-Resort.h1518846.Hotel-Information) > > [Welcome to Bird Island!](https://www.expedia.ca/Placencia-Hotels-Bird-Island-A-Unique-Private-Island-In-Belize.h27096946.Hotel-Information) > > [Mystic River Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Ignacio-Hotels-Mystic-River-Resort.h3720675.Hotel-Information) > > [Turtle Inn by Francis Ford Coppola](https://www.expedia.ca/Placencia-Hotels-Turtle-Inn-By-Francis-Ford-Coppola.h39554789.Hotel-Information) > > [Turneffe Island Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Turneffe-Islands-Hotels-Turneffe-Island-Resort.h6555254.Hotel-Information) > > [Cahal Pech Village Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Ignacio-Hotels-Cahal-Pech-Village-Resort.h6433145.Hotel-Information) > > [Thatch Caye, a Muy'Ono Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Thatch-Caye-Hotels-Thatch-Caye.h10430407.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Ottawa (YOW) to Edmonton (YEG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yow/yeg/ottawa-to-edmonton) > > [Flights from Stanfield Intl. to YTO-All Airports](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yhz/yto/halifax-to-toronto) > > [Flights from Delhi (DEL) to Edmonton (YEG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/del/yeg/delhi-to-edmonton) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Punta Cana (PUJ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/puj/calgary-to-punta-cana) ### Packages > [Panama Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Panama.d142.Destination-Travel-Guides)