Sun Creek Lodge

These cozy cabins in the beautiful Toledo District in southern Belize are certainly worth to consider for anybody who loves a natural get-away. Thomas and Marisa and their children were wonderful hosts, and make every guest feel very welcome. Sun Creek Lodge is located not too far from several waterfalls, caves and Mayan archeological sites, as well as a 20 minutes drive from the small coastal town of Punta Gorda. For food options we certainly recommend to get breakfast at Sun Creek Lodge. Marisa makes the best German breakfast rolls (Brötchen) you can find in Belize, just amazing. For lunch or supper you can check Southern Eats, which is like a 5 minutes drive from the lodge. They serve excellent authentic Belizean cuisine, or you can drive to Punta Gorda and get a super-nice woodoven pizza from Cenaida's Seaside Café.

Our cabana was really lovely and slept 5 of us comfortably. Breakfast was so delicious! Even my picky kids enjoyed the fresh fruit and eggs and pancakes. They were able to accomodate my Gluten Free diet, and there were cold drinks available round the clock at the Main House. Very Family Friendly, as this property is also family owned and operated! My children enjoyed being able to explore and to "help"- everyone was so nice and really genuinely treated us as welcome guests more than customers. We had some issues booking the wrong days to visit my brother in PG and Sun Creek was gracious about letting us change dates. The property is beautiful, we very much enjoyed learning more about the local flora and fauna... I saw on our last day that tours could be arranged for a fee- I would recommend taking one, just based on our talks with Thomas, I know it would be very educational and fun! I'm sorry I didn't sign us up for one. We had a little issue with our water getting turned off, and it was fixed by putting us on the well- so we didn't have to live without for very long. We had an open air outdoor bathroom (fully plumbed!) definitely a uniquely pleasureable experience to shower out of doors. I want one at home now, too! We had a little bit of an adventure trying to find our way after sunset on arrival. I recommend coming in by the light of day the first time! Luckily, everyone is friendly and helpful- so we went back to the main road and asked at the Cool Place- and a nice gentleman on a bicycle showed us to our turn off. We had mosquito netting on every bed, a small fridge and a coffee maker with coffee and filters in our room. Our porch had a hammock and couch and coffee table. The cabana was screened- which our kiddos discovered was even between the roof and the loft floor! The little adorable bats were happy to hang outside of them- which we liked as they help keep bugs under control! We saw birds, there were cows, dogs, lizards, and at least one frog eating snake- so many beautiful plants, trees, flowers! If they had had the availability we would have certainly wanted to stay longer! I even forgot some items and they saved them so I could return before we left the district! Definitely recommend!

Marisa and Thomas are not just wonderful and very knowledgeable (about the region, country, sites, restaurants, etc) hosts, but created an immensely charming hotel with cabanas in the forest (for a great price too) in the interesting and fascinating Toledo region, and just a short (20 min) drive to Punta Gorda. Sun Creek was definitely the lodging highlight of my visit to Belize.

Nice rooms, love the trees, birds and clean atmosphere. I had a nice conversation with the owner, who is a humble and down to earth guy. The facilities are well kept and in proper working condition. All spaces are clean and orderly. I left feeling rejuvenated and at peace.

Sun Creek Lodge is the perfect place to escape the masses of tourists and experience the authentic Belize lifestyle surrounded by nature! The lodge is easy to reach by bus from Belize City and offers the possibility to continue South to Guatemala by ferry. Marisa and Thomas very knowledgeable about the local nature and culture and can always help you find the right activity to do (waterfalls, caves, mayan ruins, hot springs, etc.). If you come during the low season, you will have most attractions completely to yourself. The accommodation is lovely and they even have backpacker-friendly dorms! Thank you for the memorable time and for your hospitality!!

My wife and I just had a wonderful stay (4 nights) at the sun creek lodge. Thomas, Marisa and their 2 children are very nice, considerate and warm : they made us feel not just welcome but 'at home'. The amenities are very good and yet the place has those 'jungle vibes'. The cabins are large and comfy, spread throughout the vast garden; they have large open windows which make you feel as if you were sleeping under the trees. Good to know : Thomas can organize hikes and visits in the area. He is passionate about his environment (a passion and knowledge he is happy to share with his guests). We did one hike : it was definitely one of the highlights of our vacation. We will be back!

Sun Creek Lodge is the best way to experience the true Belize, its people, its nature, its places to see. The resort is a perfect blend of comfort & love for nature, the atmosphere is relaxed & easy going, the host family works in harmony to give you a perfect stay. I spent two months at the lodge and I wish I could have stayed longer.

My husband and I stayed at Sun Creek Lodge with our three boys. We absolutely loved the experience. We stayed in the Parrot cabana and there were 4 beds, enough for everyone. The shower and toilet and sink are outdoors which we all thought was a fun experience. There were nets for every bed and floor fans to keep us cool at night. We loved waking up and having coffee on our porch in the mornings while the boys ran around the property and explored. The hosts were very kind and accommodating. Our family’s favorite part of staying here were the breakfasts provided for us in the morning. The kids got to try new and delicious foods and it was a perfect way to start every morning before going off and exploring. There is a common area that we really enjoyed as well. We spent many mornings and evenings playing games and lounging in hammocks. This is the place to stay if you’re looking for a real and genuine experience. You might not have all the amenities that you’re used to but that is the beauty in this place. It’s a spot to slow down, take it easy and enjoy all the beautiful nature surrounding you.

What a place! Great food, fantastic owners, and great tours. Lively discussion, an awesome blend of cultures and experiences. Our only complaint was we didn't stay long enough to do all the tours. You can go as fast or slow as you as you want and they'll take good care of you.