Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 10/21/08 Review Submitted: 10/21/08

This is the fourth time I've looked at my cell phone. No service! I am walking around the grounds into the jungle. I pause to watch the line of leaf cutter ants marching across the trail, each carrying their portion of leaf proudly back to their nest. A blue crowned Motmot wags its tail at me from the tree, accompanied by its croak. No wonder some locals call it a clockbird. The shadows are lengthening as the cool of the evening comes up from the river. It is noisy in the jungle at night. If it's dry, the insects chirp; if it's wet, the frogs croak. That's how I was lulled to sleep last night, after I went to my cabana with the trail sparkled with fireflies. I'll do the same tonight, after a great meal prepared by my hosts. I look at my cell phone again. No service! This is glorious! Solitude, privacy, a true respite from the world. Thank you, Ron and Al, for this peaceful place.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 10/02/08 Review Submitted: 10/02/08

We stayed twice at this lovely resort. The grounds, as well as the resort itself, were absolutely gorgeous. We spent mornings walking barefoot along the lush grassy path, lined with Morning Glories, down to the river as the parrots and toucans passed by overhead. The afternoons were spent lazing on one of the hammocks on the property or bobbing down the river on a tube, as neon orange and green iguanas wearily watched us as they precariously balanced their large bodies on the tree branches above. Evenings were a gastronomic delight, as we were treated to everything from local Belizean fare, authentic Italian to Chesapeake Bay home cookin', courtesy of the owners, who cooked each meal from scratch. Al & Ron were wonderful, accomodating hosts who took the time to give us a tour of Belize, as well as the surrounding areas. We coudn't have asked for a better vacation!

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Guest: Audri & Robyn (-)
Date of Stay: 09/03/08 Review Submitted: 09/03/08

We stayed at Macaw Bank and were completely impressed. Ron & Al were wonderful hosts and cooks. Not only did we enjoy the comfortable accomadations, but we enjoyed spending time with them. The grounds are stunning! It is quite impressive to know that they carved the lodge out of raw jungle and transformed it into what it is today. We look forward to returning.

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Guest: Jamie 4 (Baltimore)
Date of Stay: 08/29/08 Review Submitted: 08/29/08

Awesome! .Thats the first thing that comes to mind when I think of the time the wife and I stayed at Macaw Bank.The grounds were beautiful,and we seen all kinds of different wildlife during our stay. Al and Ron were great hosts,and gave great advice when it came to things to do in the area.They have a little resturant to,and the food was amazing.Macaw Bank I would definitely recommend the Macaw Bank Jungle Lodge to our friends,and family.It is perfect for anyone who wants a place to get away,and relax.

Owner response:Thanks again ! It is refreshing to finally see the positive comments coming in. We here at Macaw Bank are pleased to know our guests have been satified and we promise to keep up the good job. Sincere thanks to all who have stayed at this unique small owner operated eco lodge.We hope to see all of you wonderful folks again in the future. Sincerely, Ron

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Guest: Jamie & Kim (-)
Date of Stay: 08/28/08 Review Submitted: 08/28/08

Gorgeous!!! My wife,and I had a great time when we stayed at Macaw Bank.The rooms are nice,and the grounds are amazing.Al and Ron were extremely helpful with things to do.Overall it was a great experience,and would definitely recommend Macaw Bank to our friends,and family.

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Guest: Rhonda Woodward (-)
Date of Stay: 08/22/08 Review Submitted: 08/22/08

The Macal Bank Jungle Lodge was a slice of Heaven that my husband and I did not expect to find. We were pleasantly surprised by the beautiful grounds. The Flora and Fauna is unlike any we have ever seen. Ron and Al are the perfect hosts, ever attentive to our every need. Our Belize experience was "over the top" because of thier knowlege and guidance. We enjoyed our time with the two of you immensely. The food is the best in Belize and Guatemela. We felt catered to at every meal. This is a true eco lodge. Ron and Al are ahead of the game for environmental issues. Macal Bank Jungle Lodge is perfect for families. We plan on bringing our kids next time. With a riverfront property, and beautiful trails we know our children will get the best jungle experience imaginable. We looked at many of the other places offering this experience during our visit and were shocked to find them located in the middle of the town. We are so grateful that we we found you, Ron and Al! We feel we have stumbled on one of the best kept secrets in Belize. We will see you next time! Thank you!

Owner response:Thank you very much for your positive comment. We do our best to make your Belize holiday as fulfilling and enjoyable as we possible are able. It is good to know we have succeeded. Many thanks and we look forward to hosting you and your family in the future. Sincerely, Ron

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Guest: Ricky1 (Belize)
Date of Stay: 08/17/08 Review Submitted: 08/17/08

What can i say the place is naturally beautiful,great flora and fuana, awesome wild life experience, nice cabanas, helpful congenial hosts,convenient location for site seeing; ruins and tours, great food and probably the best food I've had in Belize. I highly recommend it to all who are looking to visit Belize.. Thanks Ron and Al for the good time..

Owner response:What a nice compliment to receive, especially from a local who grew up and was raised in this environment. We do appreciate your business and hope to host you and your family and friends again in the future. Thank you ricky 1 Sincerely, Ron

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