Don & Monique

Reviews

Superhost

141 total reviews

93% rated 5★

141 reviews

4.91

2020–2026

Cleanliness 4.9

Accuracy 4.8

Communication 4.9

Location 4.8

Check-in 4.8

Value 4.8

141 reviews

2BR Home in Caye Caulker

Joshua

Excellent, 2 weeks ago

A great place if you're looking to have a more a quiet and relaxing time. My friends and I loved our stay there and really appreciated the books and games they had available.

What a fabulous stay - the blue lotus is super comfortable and very well appointed and maintained. We can definitely recommend the stay very highly. There is plenty equipment in the kitchen to cook or to enjoy restaurants on the island. We did both. The house is some distance from the main part of town 15mins walk but actually this is perfect as there is no smell from the seaweed and no noise. While they do offer bikes - ideally it would be nice to have these complementary as many of the hotels adjacent to do- it would be my only constructive criticism. The house is very tidy and clean , the needing good quality , the maid can while we were there to refresh the towels and a little spruce up. The aircon is very welcoming ans the space perfect for us all. Loved our stay

Host Response

Thank you so much for the review, we're so happy you had a great stay! We really appreciate your input on the bikes. We offer them as an optional add-on so we can keep our base rental pricing as affordable as possible. Plus, living near the ocean means the saltwater air requires continuous upkeep and tuned-up maintenance, so the separate fee helps us keep them in good condition for those who chose to rent. Hope to see you again soon! Don & Monique

Wifi worked great. Place was very clean and spacious. The walls don't come all the way to to the ceiling so now carries and if someone has a light on in any of the rooms it lights up the rest. Bike rental from the property was nice and a great price though the bikes are a little rusty. Great places to eat nearby.

Host Response

Thanks for the insight on the bikes we will be sure to have the property managers inspect. Due to the sea salt air things tend to rust much quicker. We do note in the listing that the ceilings do not extend to the ceiling in order to be transparent to all guests. Not sure if you missed that prior to booking but we hope it didn’t impact your stay too much. Safe travels! Don & Monique

We loved our stay at the Blue Lotus! It was spacious for a group of 4, super clean, and the property manager was friendly and helpful. There were plenty of towels & linens and the AC worked really well. The location is in a quiet area and right across from a yoga studio + brunch spot which we frequented. It is a further walk from "the rest of the island" in the heat. The only qualm I had was that although this is a 2 bedroom, the ceilings did not go all the way up so between the bedrooms and living room, we could hear everything!

Host Response

Thabk you for the kind review, we are glad you had a pleasant visit! The open ceilings are noted in the listing and we always remind guests at the time of booking to review the listing and the about this space just in case. Happy you were able to enjoy your stay regardless! Hope to see you again! Monique & Don

2BR Home in Caye Caulker

Carolyn

Repeat guest

Excellent, 5 months ago

Another beautiful stay at the blue lotus was spacious enough for the 4 of us this trip to stay comfortably. The added tv in the master room was a nice touch. Had all the kitchen supplies needed to cook meals at night.

We enjoyed our stay for our family of four - worked great! Removed from the main part of the island which meant it was quiet and peaceful - but not too far! We walked the entire way to the split each day, and easily accessed restaurants and cafes. We rented a golf cart taxi when we got tired! Very easy and responsive hosts.

Host Response

We are overjoyed that you had a wonderful time! Always a pleasure to host such a wonderful family. Hope to see you again! Monique & Don

We stayed a week in the Blue Lotus. The clean, comfortable, quiet home is spacious and comfortably furnished. You are in a quieter area but a short walk or bike ride from the core of the town. The large deck is great for sitting and laying in the hammock and listening to the birds as the breeze sways the palm trees! The kitchen is large and well equipped with pot, pans, dishes and small appliances. The hosts responded promptly to all questions and requests. The beds were comfortable and the rainfall shower had lots of hot water and water pressure. We would love to stay again sometime and highly recommend. And if you get a chance, definitely go to Bliss Beach!

Host Response

Thank you for the thoughtful review. We are so happy you enjoyed the property and we couldn’t agree more Bliss Beach is one of our favourite spots too! Monique & Don

Blue Lotus is a lovely place to stay on Caye Caulker! It's on a quite street on the south side so not right in the center of the village, but so clean, large, and nice for a family of four. We were able to walk everywhere but often took taxis because it was hot. The property has all the amenities we needed and comfortable beds. We did not do any cooking but the kitchen seemed well stocked. We loved sitting on the balcony and the hammock was lovely. Comfortable couch! Nice big bathroom and very clean. AC worked great, we stayed nice and cool. Nice tall ceilings, good air flow. We had breakfast across the road at Weezies once which was nice but usually walked to Axios Sun each morning. We spent a couple days at Iguana Reef beach and our favorite dinner was at Caribe Cafe. I requested a bike for our 11 year old but there were only adult bikes We were going to rent somewhere else but ended up just walking or taxiing. I would recommend this place!

Host Response

Thank you for the kind and thorough review, we are so happy to hear the house worked for your family vacation. Monique & Don

Very clean accommodation with quality amenities, the decoration is of very good taste and the bedding really comfortable. The team is very responsive and friendly. Everything would have been perfect and deserved 5 stars, if the 2 bedrooms (or at least the master bedroom) were closed up to the ceiling: unfortunately there is no privacy...

Host Response

As you mentioned in your private note to us this is noted in the listing details as we try to be as transparent as possible. We indicate that the ceilings in the house are open minus the washroom. Of course all rooms have doors for privacy and there is a washroom that separates the master from the second bedroom so you are not side by side. We hope you were able to enjoy your vacation regardless. Safe travels! Don & Monique

We had a wonderful stay and found the house clean and spacious. We liked its location of being just out of the busy areas yet close to everything. We took advantage of the bikes and enjoyed cycling everywhere. If we ever came back to Belize we would stay here again. We were also appreciative of being able to check in early.

Host Response

We are so overjoyed that you had a wonderful stay at Vacation Home Blue Lotus. We can’t wait to host you again! Monique & Don

Disappointed to say the least. The bedrooms are not fully enclosed so you hear every noise in the living room and other bedroom. The walls do not go up to the ceiling! The only paper product was toilet paper! No paper towels, watered down hand soap, no body soap, no shampoo, no salt, pepper, sugar, creamer. The previous guest left coffee. For the money I paid I am extremely disappointed. I reached out to the manager and she responded that the description of the house was accurate.

Host Response

So sorry you felt you did not get what you expected. Each listing offers its own unique experience which why reviewing the listing details prior to making your reservation is critical. We understand our home may not be the perfect fit for everyone but we are pleased that most of our guests love our home and our overall experience. Don and Monique

We absolutely loved staying here! I really enjoyed the yoga classes across the street at Ceiba yoga in the morning. The area was secluded and peaceful, but still close to town. We felt right at home on the first day. Everything was clean, and the amenities were good quality. 10/10 would stay here again

Host Response

So happy you took advantage of the yoga classes, they are the best way to start the day! Please come back soon! Monique & Don

Beautiful space, short bike ride from the main town area. Nice and quiet despite being close to the airport. You should definitely rent the bikes. It’s worth noting that the ceilings are open in the whole house, so maybe not an ideal place for certain groups.

Host Response

Thanks for the review Kari. Yes as noted in the listing the ceilings are vaulted on all area except the washroom which we feel creates an open airy feel. We vacation with our grown children and friends and it is never an issue but again it’s a personal preference. All the best and safe travels!

Great stay! Blue Lotus felt like home away from home during our trip through Guatemala, Mexico & Belize. The house is much bigger than in the photos. Everything is clean, wonderful beds, nice reception, great location and very pleasant contact with Monique & Don. We'd love to come back! Lotte, Rob, Boet & Teddy

Host Response

Thank you so much, we are so happy that you enjoyed your stay. We would love to host you again, come back soon! Don & Monique

Extremely close to the airport which is convenient. Quiet in the evenings, and had enough space. Recommend renting bikes to get back and forth from the rest of the island, it's about 10 minutes of riding to get to the main tourist areas. Would stay again

Host Response

We are happy you enjoyed your stay. We agree the small airport is close by which is convenient, with luggage in hand it’s about a 3 minute walk. We also love that you aren’t bothered by any noise being as close as we are but you do get to sometimes see the planes take off if you are on the balcony which is neat. Hope to see you again! Don & Monique

We hope to never stay anywhere else but at The Blue Lotus whenever we visit Caye Caulker (which is our favorite place to visit)! This house is gorgeous, clean, private, has great AC, has 5 bikes available for rent, plus a huge perk of being right across the street from Weezie’s and have access to their dock for swimming or just hang out! We love Caye Caulker and now love that we have what feels like a home away from home.

Host Response

Thank you so much for this amazing review. We LOVE it when our guests feel at home at the blue Lotus, it truly is an amazing spot that we are honoured to share. We can”t wait to see you again! Monique & Don

2BR Home in Caye Caulker

Stephanie

Excellent, 1 year ago

Quiet, clean, great space. Excellent communication for our entire trip. Levita greeted us after a very long day. Glad we were away from the dusty, noisy center of town. Definitely rent the bikes even though they are a bit rusty!

Host Response

We are so happy you enjoyed your stay. We welcome the insight on the bikes and will work with our property managers to determine if any need to be replaced. Monique & Don

The location was great! Walkable to the busy part of town with the restaurants and bars. A couple minutes to the Oceanside where the walk up the island to Ice and beans for coffee was wonderful. Was nice to have the option to rent bikes with baskets for our groceries. Loved that the yard is full of trees which had an abundance of birds and a couple of iguanas. Love to sit on the balcony in the morning with my coffee and bird watch. Hammock is a nice touch. Levita who checked us in was friendly and super helpful. Would highly recommend and would definitely stay at the Blue Lotus if we were to return.

Host Response

Thank you for the lovely and thorough review. We can’t wait to host you again in the future. Don & Monique

2BR Home in Caye Caulker

Teresa

Excellent, 1 year ago

GREAT place. It was spacious, clean, well-lit, solid Wi-Fi, nice porch and had a great shower. It's conveniently across the street from a cafe and morning yoga and around a 15 minute walk to the more "town" part. We were working remotely and it was perfect for what we needed.

Host Response

Oh yay, we are so glad you enjoyed your stay in our little piece of paradise. Come back soon! Monique & Don

This house is right next to the airport and at first we were nervous about the noise, but we couldn't hear the planes at all. The whole island of Caye Caulker is walkable and easy to get around. It's about a 15-20 minute walk from the ferry, or a 5 minute golf cart ride. The hosts were responsive and the house was very clean.

Host Response

We love to sit on the balcony and watch the small planes fly away from the island. We are glad you enjoyed your stay, we hope to see you again! Monique & Don

The Blue Lotus was beautiful. The house was spacious and architecturally stunning inside. The shower was amazing (not a small thing when you spend all your days on the beach). We did a lot of cooking so the kitchen with all its amenities was great. Levita, who checked us in, was so helpful. She gave us lots of great recommendations and was always available to answer questions. The island was great. It rained quite a few of our days but we still made the most of it. Thank you so much for sharing your lovely house with us!

Host Response

We are so so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay with us over the holidays. Please come again, we would be honoured to host you again in the future. Monique & Don

2BR Home in Caye Caulker

Carolyn

Repeat guest

Excellent, 1 year ago

Beautiful home for my stay this time. Host was very helpful and even stopped by to check on us before a tropical storm hit. House is private and about a 10 minute walk to the front street.

Host Response

So happy you enjoyed your stay! Hope to see you again soon! Don & Monique

Blue Lotus was a great place in a great neighborhood! Very close to the airport. We ended up needing to stay a couple extra nights and the property mgmt. gal was very helpful in accommodating our needs. We felt safe through a tropical storm in the house. I would absolutely stay here again if visiting Caye Caulker!

Host Response

We are so happy we were able to accommodate your request to stay longer. Even though the weather was a tad challenging during your stay we are glad the house made you feel secure, it’s one of the reasons we purchased it. Please come again, we would welcome hosting you again in the future! Don & Monique

This was my second time to paradise, aka: Island of Caye Caulker. GO SLOW is the motto & they live by it! The Blue Lotus is a gem of a property and is stunning, tastefully decorated with a blend of modern comfort and Caribbean charm. The space was clean, with a well equip kitchen! The private balcony with hammock, table and chairs was a nice touch for morning coffee or a night cap drink! The location is quite and peaceful, away from the hustle and bustle and features WiFi & air conditioning. The hosts were exceptional and attentive to any needs we had during our stay! If you are looking for a relaxing retreat do not look any further!! I am already planning another return trip!

Host Response

Yay! We love it when our guests have a wonderful time!!! Looking forward to hosting you again !!!! Monique & Don

Don and Monique’s home is beautifully decorated and makes you feel like you’re at home away from home. It’s the perfect place to unplug and enjoy a slow-paced getaway. Within walking distance to all restaurants and beaches. We chose to rent a golf cart through Go Slow Golf Cart Rentals and found parking was extremely easy. . The hammock was personally my favorite part of the property to relax and enjoy the sounds of the island. I would definitely stay here again!

Host Response

Thank you for your kind and thoughtful review! We are so so pleased that you enjoyed your stay. Welcome back any time! Monique & Don

If you're staying on Caye Caulker this place is great. It's just a few minutes from the water taxis and you can see the airport from the front gate. Check out Chef D's if you're looking for good food on the island. The place was spacious and the bathroom was incredible. You couldn't ask for more from a place and if I'm ever in caye caulker again I'll be staying here.

Host Response

Thank you for the kind review! We would be happy and honoured to host you again! Monique & Don

The blue lotus was amazing! It exceeded my expectations. It was a very private location with everything we needed. It was about a 15 minute walk to the other end of the island. They recommended us to book with the French Angel expedition for snorkeling & it was so much fun. I would also recommend you booking with them! When we come back, we will definitely be booking here again.

Host Response

Yay, we LOVE to hear our guests enjoyed their stay and we can’t wait to host you again. Monique & Don

Great spot to stay in Caye Caulker. Walkable to amenities, but far enough from the hustle and bustle that it's very peaceful. On warmer days taxis are pretty easy to find if needed. The house had the essentials and hosts were extremely responsive and accomodating (even with last minute changes to check in times due to flight issues). Great spot for a hammock when there is a breeze out. The water hose made rinsing dive gear easy and keyless entry was convenient. Air conditioning was great to have; don't panic if it's a little hot on arrival, once it cools initially it stays comfortable and cools quickly after a day out (with units off). The ceiling gap mentioned in the description was a bit bigger than we anticipated, but was not a problem for our group. However, if you have some early and late risers or kids that may have a bedtime it could be a slight issue as any lights or noise was shared throughout the house (besides bathroom which is enclosed).

Host Response

Thanks for the thorough and honest review. We always love the perspective of those who stay. Hope to see you again!

The Blue Lotus was beautiful, very homey and comfy with all the amenities you need. AC was a huge relief at the end of hot day exploring Caye Caulker. You can walk or arrange golf cart taxi to bring you into town. We mostly got a taxi in for $10, and would meander home in the evening. A beautiful spot!

Host Response

Thank you for the kovely review, we love herring how our guests enjoy their stay. Hope uou think of us again if you head back to Caye Caulker. Monique & Don

Tranquil Paradise at Caye Caulker. This Airbnb gem offers a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The accommodations exceeded our expectations.Our cozy room was clean, comfortable, and thoughtfully decorated, providing the perfect retreat after a day of exploring the island. One of the highlights of our stay was the tranquil ambiance of the property. Whether lounging in the hammock or enjoying a refreshing dip in the crystal-clear waters of the nearby beach, every moment felt like a dream. The location of this Airbnb couldn't be better. Just about 5 minutes drive away on a golf cart, we had easy access to the island's best restaurants, shops, and activities. We will definitely be visiting again. I 100% recommend this jewel (Blue Lotus).

Host Response

Awe thank you so much for this kind review, we too feel like our home is a true jewel. Looking forward to welcoming you back again! Monique & Don

Our stay was absolutely amazing. An unforgettable adventure. Thank-you for sharing your piece of lovliness with us Despite the sand fleas we loved it.

Host Response

Yay, so happy you enjoyed yourself. I agree the sandflies can be a bit of a nuisance but they come and go throughout the year, so it’s hit or miss. They don’t bother some people at all and others seem to be a magnet (me included). They do sell some great island repellants in some of the shops. If you visit us again I will forward you the details on where to find.

Happy to call the Blue Lotus home for the past 2 weeks. Hosts and management/housekeeping staff were all wonderful. Great communication and very accommodating. The place was unique and comfortable. Had everything we needed and more. A lot of thoughtful touches. I liked how it was closer to the airport and away from the busier end of the island. Would stay here again without hesitation!

Host Response

Thank you for the kind review and we were so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay. We hope to see you again! Monique & Don

We really enjoyed our stay, even with all the rain!Such a lovely place! It was really tidy and thoughtfully decorated and felt very cozy. It was a great place to hunker down. The only issues we had was a bit of trouble with the key pad getting in. Instuctions on where to tap to turn it on would be helpful. The other thing that made the stay a bit more interesting was the very colorful Rastafarian neighbor who liked to play music and sermons on a loud speaker during the day. We found it amusing, but others should be aware. That said, it was a perfect place for us and we would stay again!

Host Response

Thanks for the great feedback, we always appreciate the insight. So happy you enjoyed your stay! Don & Monique

2BR Home in Caye Caulker

Janine

Excellent, 3 years ago

Really enjoyed our time at the Blue Lotus. Definitely will recommend to anyone traveling to Caye Caulker!

Host Response

We are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay! Thanks for staying with us and we hope to see you again. Monique & Don

I didn’t really communicate with Don and Monique I text the co host for some extra towels I was told the next day tht I couldn’t get any unless I paid for it I didn’t understand tht it was four of us and we all 1 towel each for 3 days 2 nights tht was the only problem I had went tht

Host Response

Thanks for the review, we appreciate all of the insights and feedback we receive. As noted in the listing all registered guests receive one bath towel and one beach towel during their stay (we also give each guest a hand towel and face cloth as well). For any visit of 5 days or longer we do provide free of any additional fees new fresh towels. The extra fee is only for shorter stays like your own which was 2 nights. We have these standards in place to minimize the over use of resources on the island.

2BR Home in Caye Caulker

Kathryn

Excellent, 3 years ago

A great place to stay but make sure you hire a bike!

Host Response

Glad you enjoyed your stay! We prefer to get around by bikes which is why we rent them on site but many guests prefer to walk or even rent a golf cart from a vendor on the island. Lots of options for sure!

2BR Home in Caye Caulker

Emily

Excellent, 3 years ago

Had a lovely stay at Blue Lotus! The home was absolutely beautiful and exceeded our expectations. Also, the management company went above and beyond during our stay and was very communicative. The location is a bit secluded from the main area but is very peaceful. PlThere is an option to rent bikes, which we really appreciated and highly recommend!

2BR Home in Caye Caulker

Jessica

Excellent, 3 years ago

House very clean, location good and quiet, handling easy, everything great

Host Response

Thank you for the wonderful review! We hope to see you again! Monique & Don

Great beautiful place in Caye Caulker. The apartments’s manager was very communicative and helpful. The place is beautiful, well decorated and clean. The kitchen is well equipped and very convenient. The only thing worth mentioning is that the apartment is a bit far (15 minutes walk- which in Caye Caulker dimensions might be considered as far). Really recommend this place and would come back in the future:)

Host Response

Thank you for the lovely review. We are happy you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again soon.

Great place to stay at during our belated honeymoon. Quiet and well appointed with a great local contact who helped arrange transportation to and from which made our travels super easy. Definitely would stay here upon our return to the island!

Host Response

So happy to hear this belated honeymoon trip was a success although we had no doubt you would have a wonderful time! Thanks for the shout out to our property managers who do an amazing job! Looking forward to hosting you again!

Great place to stay! The property manager was always responsive and helpful during our stay. The place was exactly as described and super clean. The food on the island was delicious so we didn't actually get a chance to cook in the kitchen but there's a grocery store 5 min away that if you wanted to grab a few items to cook with. One note to future travelers is that you can't flush toilet paper down the toilet which is pretty common for us when traveling to different countries but if you're not the most comfortable you can always travel with a portable bidet.

Host Response

So happy to hear that you had a wonderful time while in Caye Caulker. We are definitely considering installing a bidet, so thank you for that insight.

2BR Home in Caye Caulker

Sarah

Excellent, 3 years ago

Great location on the island: quiet but still easy to get around. We had everything we needed and very enjoyed our stay. Local property managers were very helpful.

2BR Home in Caye Caulker

Connor

Good, 3 years ago

The stay was pretty good and the place was clean. A couple issues: our driver didn’t show up at the airport so I guess the manager didn’t know we arrived so we couldn’t get into the place. Also, the rooms don’t have individual ceilings so you can hear everything from each others rooms. The bikes are a bit run down for the price you have to pay.

Host Response

Thanks for the review Conner, as mentioned to you in our private note, we have sourced another airport driver based on latest your experience. This is the first time the driver was a miss so we are not sure what occurred. Also we appreciate the insight on the bikes. Since we are not on the island we rely on out property managers to ensure the bikes are in top condition, we will for sure look into this.

Blue Lotus is perfectly located. It’s far enough off the main drag to be quiet and peaceful, but close enough to walk to many restaurants and bars. The kitchen was extremely clean and had everything needed to prepare meals. The bicycles provided were well maintained, and got us through our stay with no issues. Caye Caulker is a beautiful island with probably the nicest, and friendliest people in the world. We are definitely coming back!

Host Response

We are over the moon that you enjoyed your stay and so appreciate the positive review. We hope to see you again!

Family of 4 stayed 11/18-11/22 2022 & very much enjoyed it. The island is great with amazing snorkeling/scuba locations, awesome food & friendly people. This is a large house that you need to walk up 15 steps. From the house to The Split (northern most part of the island) is just under a mile so you can walk everywhere but taxi or bike/golf cart rental is probably best (golf cart rental is about 3x as much as 2 taxi rides for 4 people. This house did have bikes available to rent but we did not use). Early Nov is the end of the rainy season but they had several bigger storms right before & during our stay so the sand streets were very muddy. The house has a balcony with several chairs and a hammock. There is a bedroom with a queen bed & bedroom with two twins and an open concept kitchen, living and dining room. Full sized fridge/freezer, microwave, coffee pot, stove/oven, tv, tiled shower. Do not flush the toilet paper. Bring your own shampoo/soap for shower. Very clean and cozy.

Host Response

Thanks for the detailed review Brandon! Hope to see you again! Monique & Don

We loved the Blue Lotus! Check in was easy, Levita was there to meet us and explain everything about the house. Loved having the bikes to be able to get around the island. House is well equipped with great air conditioning. Neighborhood is quiet, safe and everyone is so friendly. Would definitely recommend!

Host Response

So happy to hear you enjoyed your stay and we agree Levita is pretty amazing! Hope to host you again in the future! Monique & Don

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