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Jungle Cottage with Plunge Pool
Garden view
81 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
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Rainforest Tented Camp
River view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
About the area
Belmopan
At Sleeping Giant Rainforest Lodge, you'll be 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Barquedier Waterfall and 7.4 km (4.6 mi) from Blue Hole National Park. Highlights at this resort include 2 restaurants, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages along with body scrubs, facials and aromatherapy. Creek Side Lounge is the resort's own lobby lounge. Enjoy the pool loungers along with access to game viewing and horse riding/hire. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, free use of bicycles and laundry facilities. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Belmopan resort include Saint Herman's Cave and Five Blues Lake National Park.
Five Blues Lake National Park - 11 min drive - 10.9 km
Saint Herman's Cave - 19 min drive - 14.0 km
St. Herman's Cave - 30 min drive - 39.2 km
Jaguar Paw - 33 min drive - 40.6 km
Getting around
Belize City (BZE-Philip S. W. Goldson Intl.) - 97 min drive
Restaurants
Las Palapas - 16 min drive
OVER THE TOP - 10 min drive
The Grove House Restaurant - 1 min walk
Pasta Per Caso - 11 min drive
Al Rustica - 12 min drive
About this property
Sleeping Giant Rainforest Lodge
Sleeping Giant Rainforest Lodge offers its guests an outdoor pool and complimentary bicycles. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.
Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at Sleeping Giant Rainforest Lodge. An airport shuttle at scheduled times and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Free self parking is available.
This 3.5-star Belmopan resort is smoke free.
30 guestrooms or units
2 dining venues
Poolside lounge chairs
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Self-service laundry
Front desk (limited hours)
Staff members are multilingual
Front desk safe
Tour and ticket information
Concierge
Wedding services available
Library
Terrace
Garden
Outdoor picnic space
Gift shop
No smoking on site
Bar or lounge
Bar by the pool
Sleeping Giant Rainforest Lodge offers 30 accommodations with espresso makers and a safe. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. In-room massages and an iron/ironing board can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet
Parking and transport
Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM at scheduled times
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Food and drink
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: BZD 39 for adults and BZD 15 for children
2 restaurants
A bar/lounge
A poolside bar
Couples/private dining
Private picnics
Restaurants on site
Creek Side Lounge
Things to do
Free bicycle rentals
Game viewing
Hiking/biking trails
Horseback riding/rentals
Library
Mountain biking
Outdoor pool
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Conveniences
Gift shop/newsstand
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Proposal/romance packages
Tour and ticket assistance
Turndown service
Wedding services
Outdoors
Garden
In the mountains
On a river
Picnic area
Pool loungers
Terrace
Spa
Aromatherapy
Body scrubs
Deep-tissue massages
Facials
Hot stone massages
In-room massages
Manicures/pedicures
Swedish massages
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
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Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Espresso maker
Free bottled water
Limited room service
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Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Ceiling fan
Individual decor
Iron/ironing board on request
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets: BZD 100 per pet, per night
Weight limit: 35 lb per pet
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available.
Payment types
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately BZD 39 for adults and from BZD 15.00 for children
Airport shuttle fee: BZD 175.50 per person (one-way)
Pet fee: BZD 100 per pet, per night
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.
Property is also known as
Sleeping Giant Rainforest
Sleeping Giant Rainforest Belmopan
Sleeping Giant Rainforest Lodge Belmopan
Sleeping Giant Rainforest Lodge Good Living Camp
Sleeping Giant Rainforest Lodge
Sleeping Giant Rainforest Good Living Camp
Sleeping Giant Rainforest Bel
Sleeping Giant Rainforest
Sleeping Giant Rainforest Lodge Resort
Sleeping Giant Rainforest Lodge Belmopan
Sleeping Giant Rainforest Lodge Resort Belmopan
Frequently asked questions
Is parking available at Sleeping Giant Rainforest Lodge?
Yep, Sleeping Giant Rainforest Lodge has a free self car park.
How much does it cost to stay at Sleeping Giant Rainforest Lodge?
As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sleeping Giant Rainforest Lodge on 3 Jun 2026 start from NZ$329, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Are there any beaches close to Sleeping Giant Rainforest Lodge?
The closest beach to Sleeping Giant Rainforest Lodge is Hopkins Village Beach (47.5 km).
Is there a spa on site at Sleeping Giant Rainforest Lodge?
There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like body scrubs, facials and body treatments, as well as Swedish massages.
Does Sleeping Giant Rainforest Lodge have a pool?
Sleeping Giant Rainforest Lodge has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger and with a coldie from the bar.
What makes Sleeping Giant Rainforest Lodge a romantic place to stay?
Al fresco dining and couples dining, as well as massage services available in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Sleeping Giant Rainforest Lodge.
Does Sleeping Giant Rainforest Lodge serve breakfast?
Yep, cooked-to-order brekkie is available daily from 7 AM to 9:00 AM.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sleeping Giant Rainforest Lodge?
No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs from 8:00 AM - 12:30 PM at scheduled times for a fee.
Is there a bar or restaurant at Sleeping Giant Rainforest Lodge?
Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?
What time are check-in & check-out at Sleeping Giant Rainforest Lodge?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Sleeping Giant Rainforest Lodge Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 479 out of 542 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 55 out of 542 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 542 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 542 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 542 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Staff & service
9.6/10
Amenities
9.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Cynthia
8 Feb 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The entire staff were amazing! Every person we met greeted us and asked if we needed anything. The room was very nicely decorated, clean and comfortable.
The grounds around the resort were beautiful and very well taken care of. It was relaxing to just hang out at the pool or walk around the grounds.
The rainforest lodge and all of the staff who work there goes above and beyond to ensure your stay in the enchanted place is perfect in every way possible.
This is perhaps or ninth stay at this property. We had not been to Belize since 2022, and I can say that the quality of service and the property is even better than before - and before it was fantastic.
Dory assisted with our room selection and checked on us our entire trip. She was accommodating and patient with us!
Since 2022, there is a whole new resort on the property - the Banks - which comes with a new restaurant - Humo. While we preferred the food at the Grove and Don Totino's, the atmosphere at Humo is insanely beautiful.
Indeed, the entire property is lovely with a great hike to a gazebo which gives you a lovely view of the mountains and the "Sleeping Giant." There are other hikes on property and I understand they will be offering yoga in the future. If you do not have a car, there are great trips that you can take, including a Ceremonial Cave (which I have done in the past and it was quite cool) tour, expeditions to Mayan ruins, cave tubing or kayaking, and cooking classes.
There are different room types so check into what you most prefer. We have to been to most and like all but one that is too near the road and road noise by reception.
It is a slice of paradise in the middle of the jungle that I cannot recommend enough!
Maryann
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Akeem
Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
The grounds of this resort are absolutely incredible, a tropical paradise if ever there was one. The room was huge and lovely. The restaurant is OK, quite overpriced, and the food options are really minimal outside of that restaurant (even if you have a car: closest restaurants are in Belmopan, half hour away). But everything about this place, minus the food selection, is an absolute dream. Loved the jungle walks, the riverside views, the free bikes, the groves and trails … and the gardens of the hotel. Would come back.
Nita
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
John
29 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
John
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ban
Travelled with group
26 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The Sleeping Giant is a real gem and in itself a reason to head to Belize and spend a week at this beautiful resort south of Belmopan. The grounds and the interior design of the cottages and the house we rented are the best I’ve enjoyed in many years of travel and the staff is A plus. The restaurant with its open air and indoor dining is really good and there is not an amenity that is overlooked in this perfect place! Thanks to all at the ‘Sleeping Giant’!
We have visited Sleeping Giant a number of times. Every visit has been exceptional! The staff are all very helpful, courteous, welcoming and professional. The property continues to evolve, with many on site opportunities, as eell as off site tours. The rooms are spotless and well appointed, and the food is lovely. We highly recommend the property!
Randall
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lindsey
21 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
My boyfriend and I spent a couple nights at this property and from arrival to check out the staff and the service they provided was beyond excellent. We got a room upgrade as our room was located near the main road of the property, something they noticed and offered to us because their attention to detail is immaculate. We were staying for a couple nights and celebrating our anniversary and they did not disappoint. We got the pleasure of experiencing the Mountain View suites, and if you are up for a small hike it’s definitely a must-have experience. Sleeping Giant Rainforest Hotel exceeded my own expectations. If you are looking for a place to stay within the jungle of Belize this is the place to go.
This resort was absolute breathtaking and peaceful. This was our first stay (wife and I) and it was very relaxing. The resort offers a variety of nature experiences but we spent time admiring the beautiful scenery, pool and jacuzzi around the resort.
Our room was a king with a river view. Great A/C and Our clean room and bathroom was spacious with an outside bathtub and shower. Also we spent time on our a spacious balcony.
We enjoyed our dining experience; as well as the room service for our delicious meals. There was no television because it’s about getting back to nature which was much needed.
All the staff we encountered were professional and kind; eager to assist you. Definitely will visit again! Thank you!!!!
Clean comfortable room, AC worked perfectly. Wifi worked all around the main areas (room, restaurant, pool, and closer grounds). Pool is open 24 hours and we were often the only ones there. Restaurant was delicious, breakfast was our favorite. Wood fired pizzas were good and ready quickly. The menu is not expansive although there is a daily special each night. We spent less than $75 per person per day on 3 meals.
Onsite parking was plentiful, drive from airport to resort is easy and 100% paved.
Staff was very friendly and often engaged in conversation depending on our days events.
Did the onsite bird watching tour ($35US pp, min 2, super cheap) which we were told was 90 minutes but went 2 hours and even got a van ride back for breakfast. Bikes available to use on property, the trail is more work going away from the lodging than coming back which works nice when tired.
Highly recommend this property.
The only minor negative is vehicle noise from the main road and even that is not a constant thing.