Ratings based on 15 Verified Reviews
4.2 Room cleanliness
4.5 Service & staff
3.0 Room comfort
4.2 Hotel condition
Expedia Verified Reviews
by A verified traveler
Posted 24 Apr 2023
STAY HERE! The best experience I’ve had at any resort ever. The staff is lovely, the food is fantastic, and the island itself is right out of your wildest dream. At night, there are noises akin to what you’d hear on a ship, or deep in the woods—which may be relaxing to some and annoying go others. Also, the hot water can be an otter finicky. But trust me, you will not care! This is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience that I wouldn’t miss for anything! No other vacation has compared.
Comment from Hotel Management
24 Apr 2023 by Jenine, Hotel Management
Hi Gabrielle, Thank you for staying with us during your stay in Belize. We are happy that you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to hosting you again soon. Warm regards
by A verified traveler
Posted 11 Jan 2023
by A verified traveler
Posted 5 Dec 2022
Staying at this approximately 2-acre Caye/Island was amazing! Great snorkeling and swimming right off the Caye. We saw rays, sharks and all kinds of other sea life. Did I mention the amazing seafood caught by local fisherman and brought directly to the Caye? The lobster was fantastic! All the employees there were super friendly and knowledgeable too. You will not regret your stay on Ranguana Caye!
Comment from Hotel Management
9 Dec 2022 by JenB, Hotel Management
Thanks for staying with us. We appreciate your feedback!
by A verified traveler
Posted 7 Jul 2022
Great place
Comment from Hotel Management
20 Aug 2022 by Mr Goff, Hotel Management
We would like to thank you for the time spent here with us.. We really enjoyed having you stayed with us.. Hopefully we can do it again next year
by A verified traveler
Not worth it
Posted 18 Feb 2022 on HotelsWhile Ranguana Caye is pretty, my recommendation is to go somewhere else.
Our first issue was the hot water heater in our room, Man of War. This issue was in another review from 2019, and they still haven’t fixed it. The water was either frigid or boiling hot, and while I appreciated the crew being quick to try and fix it that day, it’s been an issue for several years and should have been resolved before 2021.
Secondly were the lack of screens on the windows. There are screens on roughly half of the windows in the cabana. We had to choose between opening the windows to have air circulation or keeping the bugs away.
Third is the all inclusive rate, which isn’t actually all inclusive. After two nights on the island, we went to get on the boat to return to Placencia, but we’re told we had to settle our bill first. Since we purchased the $150pp/pn all inclusive package, we were very confused. We had unknowingly racked up an $80usd bill in ‘non local’ drinks in those two days. At no point did the host explain what drinks were extra. Our host informed us that they normally tell the guests what is included and what isn’t when they arrive, but they forgot to tell us. My boyfriend paid, but when we got back home we reached out to the hotel to contest this, and they agreed to refund us the $80. It’s been two months since then, and while I’ve received a ton of emails from Ranguana Caye asking us to visit again soon, they haven’t refunded our money.
Not worth the headache
by A verified traveler from Vancouver
Posted 2 Dec 2021
I feel that everyone should experience staying on a remote island at least once in your life. This is THE island to do so. Be aware that due to local fishermen and almost non existent conservation practices there are very few “food fish” in and around this picturesque island cay. In this writers opinion, the staff made the trip memorable, as such we have decided upon returning next year as well. The food was divine, we ate the local lobster each and every day along with local staples such as fried jacks, plantain and whole fried fish.
Comment from Hotel Management
2 Dec 2021 by Dennis , Hotel Management
Good morning Mr. Wes,
Thank you very much for choosing to stay with us here at Ranguana Caye Resort.
We are happy to note that you enjoyed your stay with us, and that our staff played a key role in assuring this.
We would love to host you and your family for a future stay.
by A verified traveler
Posted 16 Nov 2021
Shadow the island dog and the rest of the crew made my island getaway special! I enjoyed the beach bbq, ample painkillers (of the liquid variety), along with the peaceful night's sleep in my cabana. Truly a unique little island escape.
Comment from Hotel Management
17 Nov 2021 by Dennis, Hotel Management
Good afternoon Tony,
Thank you very much for choosing to stay with us here at Ranguana Caye for your recent visit to Belize
We are excited to note that you had an absolutely lovely time during your stay.
We would love to host you and your loved ones for a future visit. If you need to reach us for whatever reason, we invite you to do so directly.
Warm Regards,
by A verified traveler
Posted 12 Nov 2021
I really felt like I was away from it all; after about half an hour or so from Placencia we arrived on what looked like a green little cream puff of an island. Juan and the rest of the team on Ranguana cooked our meals and showed us around the island, including snorkeling on the reef. If you're looking for an off the beaten path eco-lodge, this is the place!
Comment from Hotel Management
13 Nov 2021 by Dennis, Hotel Management
Good morning Casey,
Thank you very much for choosing to stay with us here on our little piece of the jewel.
We are elated to note that your stay with us provided the ideal escape and that our team assured that you were welcomed.
We would love to host you and your loved ones for a future stay.
by A verified traveler
Posted 12 Nov 2021
This is a beautiful, remote island. Amazing snorkeling right off the beach, tasty food and nothing beats the sound of waves to help you get to sleep. If you're lucky, you may see sea turtles hatch on the island!
Comment from Hotel Management
13 Nov 2021 by Dennis, Hotel Management
Good morning Weston,
Thank you very much for taking the timeout to leave us a review and share with others, your experience with us.
We are happy to note that you enjoyed our little slice of the Jewel. We would love to host you and your loved ones for a future stay.
by A verified traveler from Denver
Posted 26 Jun 2019
Ranguana Cay is getting away from it all, many come for the day, but it's real serenity is found in the breezey evenings. The food was amazing, but don't expect a lot of choice and enjoy seafood! The cabanas are rustic, no AC, but not too small. Great snorkeling but the island is far enough out on the reef that there is always a current. And Freddy the bartender/concierge is awesome!
Comment from Hotel Management
7 Aug 2019 by Luds, Hotel Management
We are happy that you had a chance to enjoy the serenity of the Island as well as the food. It was indeed our pleasure hosting and we look forward to your next visit.
