The Lodge At Big Falls
Another extremely special place, this handsome nature lodge caters to ecotourists and those looking to explore the nearby Mayan ruins and villages. Its set on the banks of the Río Grande, just outside the village of Big Falls, and its gardens are verdant and well maintained. Six thatch cabanas and two hardwood ones all overlook the river and feature high thatched ceilings, large windows providing plenty of cross-ventilation, and cool rustic tile floors. The thatch cabanas come with a large covered veranda equipped with a hammock for lazing away and watching the river flow. Named after birds, my favorite cabins are Trogon, Aracari, and Tiger Heron, the closest ones to the river. Although there’s electricity here, at night the light is provided by kerosene lanterns. There’s a good-size outdoor pool on the broad lawn outside the main lodge, and a host of tour options is available, including lazy inner tube floats on the river right here. While the food at the on-site restaurant is a bit pricey, it is tasty and quite hearty, so you can save a bit by skipping appetizers.
Another extremely special place, this handsome nature lodge caters to ecotourists and those looking to explore the nearby Mayan ruins and villages. Its set on the banks of the Río Grande, just outside the village of Big Falls, and its gardens are verdant and well maintained. Six thatch cabanas and two hardwood ones all overlook the river and feature high thatched ceilings, large windows providing plenty of cross-ventilation, and cool rustic tile floors. The thatch cabanas come with a large covered veranda equipped with a hammock for lazing away and watching the river flow. Named after birds, my favorite cabins are Trogon, Aracari, and Tiger Heron, the closest ones to the river. Although there’s electricity here, at night the light is provided by kerosene lanterns. There’s a good-size outdoor pool on the broad lawn outside the main lodge, and a host of tour options is available, including lazy inner tube floats on the river right here. While the food at the on-site restaurant is a bit pricey, it is tasty and quite hearty, so you can save a bit by skipping appetizers.
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