[San Ignacio, Belize] Hotel Highlight: Midas Belize Resort

San Ignacio is the second largest city in Belize (after Belize City) in what is known as the Cayo District. This is the first resort on my #BelizeIt Resort Crawl.

Midas is a family-owned business and resort. The entire family is adorable. You may be able to catch some of them in the kitchen for breakfast. Anyway, the name Midas comes from a combination of family names but the wink to Midas Automotive is apparent in the wifi code. Watch my video interview and walkthrough with owner Mike Preston above.

As you enter the property the office is straight ahead with the pool and bar to your right. I enjoyed my pretty cocktails.

[San Ignacio, Belize] The cocktail was a gift even though I told my new amigo that I would only use it for the photo. Loving the pool area at Midas Belize. Clearly a fun Happy Hour spot. ?????

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The property now has 40 units, a mixture of cabanas and apartments.

INSTAGRAM PROPERTY PHOTOS

[San Ignacio, Belize] These adorable cabanas and rooms feel secluded yet @midasbelize is located just a short walk from the heart of the city center. I loved my bed and fluffy pillows as well as the mini-fridge, and in-room coffee set-up. ??☕ Watch out for iguanas ?? as you hang in your front porch hammock. Stroll to the bar area and pool for another great place to take in some sun or work poolside with the property-wide wifi. ???? Check out the #facebooklive video interview I did with owner, Mike on my Jen Knoedl #facebookpage and #youtube channel. ??? PS: If you want help planning a unique travel experience, let me and my team @travelhub365 plan it for you. You can also check me out @jentastictravels. ???

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Here’s a video walk-through of my room.

FACEBOOK –  VIDEO WALKTHROUGH

MY FAVORITE THINGS

• Short walk to the city center
• Secluded enough not to hear noise when you are trying to sleep
• In-room wifi
• Mini-fridge
• Front porch hammocks
• Walked to Blended Deli and got a delicious juice

KEEP IN MIND

• It’s the jungle. Bring bug spray.
• Solo female travels should prepare to be honked and gawked at in the city center

TRAVEL TIPS

• Consider buying an umbrella at one of the grocery stores. It can shield from rain, sun and unwanted stares.
• The most popular restaurant seems to be Hannah’s at night, so go for lunch instead.
• It may make sense to buy a knife (pocket knife or kitchen) so you can cut the fresh fruit you buy at the market. Belize can be pricey and this is a good way to eat healthy food without blowing the budget.

LISTED PRICE

• On March 15, 2017, the average nightly price at Midas Belize is $50.

JENTIP:  TRY CHIMOLE

[San Ignacio, Belize] Let’s file this under “tastes WAY better than it initially looked”. ??? When @midasbelize offered me a bowl of #chimole, I insisted that he only give me the smallest tiny amount. This photo is my 2nd bowl. ??‍♀️?? This dish is also known as “Black Dinner” for its color which it derives from black recado, which is a Mayan combination of spices. This might be the most delicious thing I’ve eaten in #Belize. Honestly. The smoky and spicy flavor was strong and surprising. And exciting! I’ve never eaten an egg this way but it was delish! Of course, all this love does not come from a restaurant but from the home of Superintendant Ramirez. ??? Yum. I wish I had some more right now. ??? . . . . If you want help finding delicious and a local food in Belize or anywhere, let me and my team @travelhub365 do it for you. You can also check me out @jentastictravels on #instagram. ???

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JENTIP:  SPY ON AN IGUANA

[San Ignacio, Belize] Iguana take him home! ??? Nevermind. I just had a flash of when my dad bought my brothers a pet #iguana and he ruined the furniture. No Sir. Much better to see him this way. Hope he leaves some of those flowers for my hair. ??? Iguanas are super common in #Belize. Is there any animal you are dying to see? Tell me about it in the comments below. ??? • • • • • • • • • • • • • • ??? PS: If you want help with #travelplanning let me and my team @travelhub365 do it for you. You can also check me out @jentastictravels on #instagram. ???

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If you are into a more virtual experience, check out these 360 photos of the resort from my 360 Virtual Travel Facebook Page. (And “like” it if you like it!)

360 TRAVEL PHOTOS

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