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Cohune Palms River Cabanas - Toucan Cabana - Nature lodges for Rent in Bullet Tree Falls, Cayo District, Belize

I can't say enough good things about our stay here at Cohune Palms. Our cabin was clean with a beautiful deck below on the river. Bevin had asked if we wanted dinner on arrival, and after a 5 hour flight and just under 2 hour drive, it was a great welcome. We were the only guests and essentially Nelia was our private and very lovely chef. This was a last minute change to our trip and we stayed in a neighboring cabin the following 2 nights and were most disappointed (noisy from the road and neighbors playing music loud, forced communal meals) and wished we could have stayed here at Cohune Palms longer - it was a little slice of paradise.

Hi Karen - Thank you for taking the time to write this review.  I hope you can come back soon!!!

The people watching over this place are very nice and welcoming. The place is cozy and we didn't real miss the use of the ac as it cools down at night. During the day laying out on the hammocks by the river helped us keep cool. The ladies cooking food were delightfuland the food delicious.  Just beware of critters in the Cabanas (Lizards,big roaches and spiders) if you dont mind a few of those then this place is wonderful

HI Raquel - I'm glad you enjoyed your stay and thank you for your review!! I know Mel and everyone appreciate hearing that you liked their food as well.  I just wanted to clarify a bit on the insects you saw in your cabana.  We do everything we can to keep the cabanas insect-free.   The cabanas roofs are regularly sprayed and the cabanas themselves are fully screened.  We are constantly checking cabanas and keeping them clean.  Upon reading this review, I just personally wanted to reach out and say I wish that you had said something while you were there so that could have been taken care of.  What happens, because we are in a very tropical area, is that occasionally - during rainy times especially- come out in general.  I just wanted to let you know that's not the norm and sorry that you had that experience.  Fortunately - the geckos do eat the other insects so it's not a bad thing to have one in your cabana! lol.  If you want to come back, I'm happy to discount your next stay.  Take care!

Me and my family had an incredible time at Cohune Palms River Cabanas. The location was great, the food, and most of all, the people! Anyone going here that is interested in the culture should sit down and chit chat with the workers. Mike was also very helpful finding us the best deals and accommodations to get to different places such as big rock waterfalls, Xunantunich and cave tubing... This area is also a good place to relax (there is good wifi 😛 ) We wish we could of stayed longer and we are very happy that we found this wonderful place!

Beautiful setting with rustic, cabin-like accommodations but all the necessities and very comfortable. The best kept secret is their excellent food! Being out a bit from San Ignacio was no issue as tours or taxi picked us up at the cabanas. A dip in the river was fun at the end of the day. Highly recommend!

Our family of four loved our stay at the toucan cabin.  The room was clean and comfortable.  The location on the Mopan River is beautiful.  We spent many happy hours swimming and bird watching.  The restaurant was great and starting the day with a Belizian breakfast was fantastic!

Loved this little oasis! Really close to San Ignacio restaurants and many attractions. Hosts were friendly and kind and know much about Belize and culture. My kids loved the rope swing out into the water. No bugs here. Beautiful private deck with river and jungle view. Really good breakfast and dinner available on site. We loved everything about our stay. Just a bit of a rough road to reach the cabanas. Just great place all around.

Really basic room. We did not have hot water, and the shower head was barely working. Bed sheets were semi wet. I was the coldest night of the year and we needed more blankets but just couldn't find the manager and the host replied to our message only the next day. The only good thing I can say about this place is the common areas which are really nice and overlooking the river.

Bevin's place is absolutely wonderful! The cabana is cozy and beautiful. The common area and the river are magical. Melanie welcomed us with kindness and excellent food, and Mike gave us suggestions about things to do. The place is located in Bullet Tree which is a small village very close to San Ignacio. It was very easy to reach the city and the sites with our car. The atmosphere in the place is so calm and pleasant - we were extremely happy about our stay and if we come back to the area (hopefully soon!!) we will stay only there!

This is a great place for enjoying what the Cayo region has to offer, all from a quiet and relaxing spot at the end of the road! It was lovely to go adventure all day and come back to a great meal (thanks Melanie!) and tips for the next day (thanks Mike!).

We had an amazing stay by the river! The rooms were beautiful and clean and the area was just as expected. We loved the hammocks by the riverside. Mike was very helpful at sight seeing tips and arranging taxis for us. Melanie was an excellent and friendly cook. We had breakfast and dinner there every day for our duration and the food was incredible! Thank you Melanie! Would definitely recommend!

One note to start is we were here in September, it was pretty Hot and Humid for us northerners, and there is no AC.  We knew there was no AC going in, it but maybe were not fully prepared for the heat, although cold showers before bed helped.  As for the property, it was a really cool location to stay.  It was super quiet there, and the hospitality from Frank and Mel were amazing.  We had 2 of our 3 dinners with Mel who's cooking was probably some of the best we had in Belize (only rivaled by the Hungry Grouper in San Pedro).  Mel also packed a lunch for our own trip to Caracol.  I think we tried all of her breakfasts as we had that every morning.  They always had coffee ready by the time we were up and provided great tips about local places to visit, and Frank even helped us set up our ATM cave tour.  ATM is a must do from here, and is not as taxing as some people make it out to be.  I would recommend booking here.  We also enjoyed the company of Whiskey (the local dog) and Butt Cheek (local cat) who would hang out with us in the evenings.  We also got to see several toucans in the early mornings.  Bring bug spray if you plan to hang out in the evenings by the river though.  These are the types of stays why I prefer Airbnb over Hotels, just because of the hospitality and local knowledge we get from hosts like Frank and Mel.

Really cool spot on the river. Mike was friendly and great to talk to about the history of Bullet Tree!

We loved our stay at the Toucan Cabana in Cohune Palms! As with anything, it’s good to be real about expectations - this is a thatched hut cabana in a jungle. This makes it fun and unique and cozy! But also granted to be a little “closer to nature” than some travelers might like. ;) The staff are all AMAZING. Attentive and friendly and open to giving tips about any aspect of Belize that you want to know. Melanie is also a fantastic cook. We are almost all of our meals on-site and loved it. Nothing better than breakfast by the river in my book! I highly recommend this wonderful little hideaway outside of San Ignacio.

The local stream is under sold and should be be added as a great experience. If i owned the place i would buy more tubes and provide maps of the river. The host and the cook were above and beyond. Mike was available at all times and had great insight about trips and local activities. The cook was great, perfect, or amazing, I am not sure what word fits best to describe her. Mike and Mel treated us like long lost friends.The cabanas are an excellent choice for rooms that will leave a lasting memory. Lastly, there was a dog by the name of Whiskey. As crazy as this may sound, Whiskey showed us the route to the river and oddly protected us from other dogs and cars along the way. Whiskey showed us where to get in, and how to get through the rapids. If whiskey got to far ahead he simply waited for us to catch up and continued on. I know that sounds like a movie or hard to believe, but that was the honest truth. I have never seen anything like that before in my life!!! If and when i come back i will spend more time Cohune Palms Ps. Pay Whiskey in scrapes for a job well done.

What a special spot! This small group of peaceful riverfront cabanas was the perfect place to stay between adventures in the San Ignacio area. With available home-cooked meals, cold beer, and plenty of local stories and tips, it was everything we could have wished for. It'd even be the perfect spot to spend a complete day just lounging in a hammock, reading and recharging to the sounds of the forest. We'll definitely stay here on future trips to San Ignacio!

This place was fantastic, so much we ended up skipping a night in Caye Caulker to stay an extra day. Being able to swim in the river, relax in the cabanas, and then catch the taxis to San Ignacio and go on the tours that leave from there was awesome. Also, the food here is so good! Highly recommended, and if you stay here have dinner, you won't regret it :)

I loved staying here! It’s a quiet, peaceful and beautiful little jungle spot. The hosts are very helpful and will give you suggestions, help you find a taxi or whatever. They also have delicious breakfast and dinner available that was so nice! We loved swimming in river and they have tubes so you can float the river as well! Bullet Tree Falls is about 10-15 minutes from San Ignacio but there are Bullet Tree Falls taxis that go back and forth frequently for about 6 BZE! I liked being a little outside the city and close to nature! Would definitely return

Beautiful quiet spot along the river. Real helpfull owner and staff.

Wonderful jungle experience and great hospitality.

Cohune Palms River Cabanas is a hidden gem in a tranquil and idyllic setting on the river, just a few minutes outside the town of San Ignacio in Bullet Tree Falls.    Close enough that all the tour operators were willing to pick us up and drop us off there at no extra charge.   The cabanas provide the basic accommodations, but in a quiet and peaceful setting.  So beautiful.  Mike is the perfect host.   He called our tour shuttles in advance to ensure they were coming for us, and when we needed a cab, he arranged that as well.   It was a pleasure getting to know him a little while enjoying an evening chat in the dining area.    Melanie is an absolute treasure.   Very kind and accommodating, and her cooking is out of this world -the best food we had during our entire stay in Belize.    Even the rest of the staff ensured that our stay was perfect.   (When we wanted to swim using the rope swing, the young man who worked there (never got his name) came down to see if we needed help reaching the rope to bring it up to the deck.)    Can't say enough good things about this place and definitely recommend this to anyone thinking of staying in the San Ignacio area.

Beautiful Mopan River location. Woke up to birds every morning, lovely flowers and fresh coffee. Mike and Bevin are great hosts, warm and welcoming. Melanie is the chef at the resort and is great (made wonderful vegetarian meals for me) and was able to work around our tours as needed. We loved our stay.

Cohune palms is like a little piece of heaven out in the quiet area of Bullet Tree. Still close enough to San Ignacio that you can pop into town at any time. Mike and all his staff, particularly the cook, Mel could not have been nicer and more informative. Any questions I had about anything going on in the area, transport, tours etc were answered with a lot of knowledge and enthusiasm. They really go out of your way to make you have the best experience you can there. Having the little bar and restaurant on site is a lovely touch and having coffee in the morning or having a beer in the evening on the deck watching the river go by really made my day. Would 100% visit cohune palms again if I come back to Belize!

What a hidden gem. We enjoyed our time so much that we ended up staying an extra day. I will forever remember waking up to the bird symphony, sipping delicious coffee with toucans flying overhead and swimming in the crystal clear Mopan river. The chef is absolutely wonderful as well and we truly enjoyed all of our meals. I can’t wait for my next trip to Bullet Tree Falls.

Bullet Tree Falls was our favorite stop of our trip.  Far enough out of town to be completely engulfed in the jungle life, but close enough for a fun day or night in town.  Mike can offer you advice on any tours you would like to book, and also get you in contact with personal drivers/tour guides who can tailor trips to exactly what you want to see and do.  The on site restaurant offers delicious meals in a quiet relaxing setting on the water.  Highly suggest buying floats in town and floating down the river!  If you have a cab driver drop you off about ten mins drive upstream to “the rapids” you can skip the guided tour and have yourself a nice two hour float.

Relax by the river on the deck, cool off by jumping in the river with or w/o the rope swing or just hang out and have a drink at the little onsite restaurant/bar. Melanie’s an amazing cook and you can buy breakfast and dinner right on site. Mike will arrange taxi or shuttle rides for you and makes great recommendations on excursions. Bevin is a great communicator and with Mike and Melanie on site they make a perfect team to make your stay great!

This is a great place to stay. Its just outside of San Ignacio. I would absolutely stay there again. The rooms are clean and it’s safe. There’s beers and a restaurant on site which is great. The view of the river from the docs are amazing. I love that they provide tires to float down the river in, but they should upgrade the tubes for floating. I loved the hammock on the doc, which was a few steps away from our room.

Our stay at Cohune Palms was great!! The natural environment depicted online was even better in person. It is a very charming location. Mike was a great host. He explained all the local sites and arranged taxis and a river float for us. He also introduced us to some local food and dancing clubs. We really enjoyed talking with him and learning about local culture and politics. Mike’s suggestions definitely enhanced our trip and made everything really easy. It was also great to have a restaurant on site to grab a quick breakfast before heading out for activities. Best Airbnb you can find in Belize!

Cohune Palms is a beautiful retreat - secluded, but easily accessible from town, really friendly staff, and great access to nature!

Beautiful location with all the sounds of the jungle that make it just perfect!

A unique site in the jungle! A little out of town which gives its charm! You awaken to the sound of birds every morning, happiness. The Mopan River is accessible for swimming which is a big advantage. Mike loaned us some tubes and we went down to the river, a must! Thank you for everything! Maguy and Alexandre

Un site unique dans la jungle! Un peu retiré de la ville ce qui donne son charme! On se réveille au son des oiseaux chaque matin, le bonheur. La rivière Mopan est accessible pour se baigner ce qui est un gros avantage. Mike nous a prêté des tubes et nous avons descendu sur la rivière, un must ! Merci pour tout ! Maguy et Alexandre

An amazing space on the river with everything you need right from the property. The food onsite it delicious and the rope swing into the water is so much fun. We much enjoyed our stay at Cohune Palms and the only thing we regret is not staying longer!

The property was breathtakingly beautiful! Our rainforest cabana was actually steps away from the river. There was a lovely deck built over the river complete with hammock & rope swing! The room was clean & cozy, we fit four of us in a cabana comfortably with a shared bathroom. The food was above excellent and the staff are just so friendly with wonderful conversation waiting for you. The cook was so thoughtful and even packed us all lunch since we were driving to the ruins that’s day. The coffee and fresh juices are delicious & really makes for a relaxing morning. The host was easy to communicate with and responsive and also helped with directions to and from the property. We all plan on staying here again but for much longer during our next trip to Belize!

If you are lucky enough to have found this place available, don’t waste another moment. This beautiful oasis on the river is everything a human needs to be free. It is a very special place hosted by some very wonderful people who have the right energy. This spot is for travellers who have respect for nature and culture, and humility in the expression of their own knowledge. The rooms make you feel like your sleeping in a treehouse. The sounds of birds and monkeys wake you up. The river water is warm and perfect for swimming, jumping, boating and tubing - all things Mike can arrange for you! There is a little bar and a full time chef who made the best food I had in Belize. The hosts went above and beyond to help me have the perfect experience I was looking for. I will definitely return to Bullet Tree again. Hopefully I will stay here. Without question, this was my favourite stay in Belize and ever on airBnB. Stop reading and book now! PS: I would like to also note the grounds are very well raked. ❤️

This is a beautiful location that allows you to escape your everyday routine. It is a secluded area, but the hosts makes other areas accessible. During our stay, the hosts made us feel at home, because they were warm, inviting, and hospitable. The river tubing with Teddy was fun and peaceful. Teddy made sure we were always safe, and he was a pleasure to be around. Also, the food was really good and Meli was extremely sweet and inviting. Mike was easy going and made sure everything was running smoothly. Make sure you pack warm layers as the night can get cold. We would definitely recommend this place. It is Bullet Tree’s secret so do not miss out!

Nice accomodation and a very cool host! Mike is a funny guy and was helpful with all our questions. The hut is nice, but we would have preferred a mosquito net over our bed. Since the cabana is in the jungle, sure it’s normal to have some insects in there, but we are not used to it and the ceilling is too high and doesn‘t allow it to bring on your own net. There is a beautiful terrace with access to the river, and hammocks to chill. Melanie is a excellent chef, cooked very delicous Belizian food and she is a lovely person, too. Though in our eyes the price is a bit too expensive for the meals, compared with restaurants we‘ve been. In the end we would still eat there again, as it was very good and there isn‘t any other restaurant nearby in walking distance.