Copal Tree Lodge a Muy'Ono Resort

I have stayed in many luxury hotels around the world. This is by far the best. The staff is amazing and knows you by name. They can answer any questions and provide you with anything you need. The adventures such as snorkeling, kayaking, mature hikes or touring the farm are all magnificent. Knowing that everything is sustainable and farm to table in such a beautiful environment is very satisfied. The beauty of the environment and how well kept the facility is, is a testament to their love of this area. It would be well worth your while to come and spend some time here.

We had the most amazing time here at the Copal tree lodge!! Incredible food, wonderful staff and the rooms are luxurious. We did a farm tour with Elon and went fly fishing. The bartenders are so much fun and all enhance your experience

Our experience at Copal Tree Lodge was surprisingly private, peaceful and personalized. Everything was top-notch and simply spectacular - the room, staff, food, amenities and special tours. The property and surrounding landscape is beyond beautiful and well worth the trip to get there!! We highly recommend CTL and will return as soon as possible.

When we arrived at Copal tree, we were immediately offered lunch and room arrangements taking care of with our luggage brought to our room while we were eating lunch. We felt well taken care of immediately in details for the rest of our stay we felt this way the staff and amenities were incredible. Everybody seemed to have a passion for their job tour guides management, and the rest of the staff. Normally, I don’t remember everybody’s name but in this case, I remember everybody’s name they were all beautiful people. My wife and I really enjoyed our stay. We had a fantastic room in the Ridge room!! This resort is beautiful and a beautiful place with a beautiful farm! The food was great and the service amazing! All of our adventures with nature walks river cruises fishing in the Caribbean were fantastic! There was also learning to make chocolate and how it’s made as an incredible experience as well. I can’t imagine anybody not having a great time when they stay here enjoy this experience. It will be one you never forget.

We had an amazing stay at Copal Tree. The service is first rate; they make you feel like family. Everyone is warm and friendly. The Lodge is beautiful, well maintained and clean. A shout out to Cynthia our server at dinner, she was amazing and so friendly and attentive. If you have time, take the sunset cruise in the river, it’s gorgeous! If you are there to see birds, you must ask for Desmond!! He knows all the best birding spots in the area and is so personable and friendly. He truly elevated our experience!

My wife and I spent the first half of our honeymoon at Copal Tree Lodge in June 2025. This place feels like the Holy Grail of jungle getaways in that it feels hidden in the rainforest but provides a more life-giving experiences than any other luxury establishment we've encountered in Europe or the Americas. Everything from surrounding gardens and farms to the architecture, people, and excursions teem with life, passion, and sustainability. From day one, the management staff Nestor and Karen made sure we were taken care of after a difficult start and set the tone of a personalized journey instead of just a vacation. Then we were absolutely floored by the Guides: Desmond, Martin, and Elon. Desmond was a Renaissance man and conservationist guiding us through (1) birdwatching and photography across the property, (2) the local organic rum distillery process, (3) snorkeling and spearfishing, and (4) the ecological history of all southern Belize. Martin was a true born storyteller walking us through (1) Mayan history, (2) Belizean governance, and (3) everything else you could hope to know about the country. Elon was a friend and shaman guiding us through (1) how to navigate the local trails, plants, and wildlife, (2) making us a tea from medicinal jungle plants to settle my stomach, and (3) tips from his upcoming book on medicinal jungle plants. The rest of the experience was fueled by our chief mixologist “Lucky” Ducky and the whole dining staff Rev, Mark, Ambro, and Marvin bringing warmth and personality to every meal. The food is all literally grown on-site and the rotating menu kept things interesting the whole week. Our days were spent waking up at sunrise to walk through the gardens, saying hi to the farmers, watching the birds before taking in an excursion and returning to a gorgeous private infinity pool at the top of the hill with a fruit cocktail and a cooling breeze to keep the bugs away. In summary Copal Tree Lodge is real sustainable tourism with everything from local organic farming to guided eco‑friendly tours, they’ve built a blueprint for how vacation resorts should operate at a sustainable scale staying rooted in local culture, mindful of the environment, and passionate about the people. It’s a masterclass in responsible tourism.