Blancaneaux Lodge
Central Farm, Cayo, Belize · Virtuoso
Blancaneaux Lodge is outside of San Ignacio, Belize in the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve, a 300-square-mile national wildlife reserve in the Maya Mountains. The Lodge can be reached from Belize City via the Western Highway by a private land transfer or by air in a charter local helicopter or plane. Here amid the pines and tropical foliage Francis Ford Coppola and his wife Eleanor first found this modest forest hunting lodge while hiking in 1981 and for years it was a private hide-away for his family and friends. In 1993 it opened its doors to a discerning public who were looking for comfort and style in a remote and adventurous location. Blancaneaux Lodge is designed to provide rustic…
Francis Ford Coppola's secluded mountain retreat, Blancaneaux Lodge is every bit as dramatic and inspiring as one might hope. Guests choose from an array of luxuriant accommodations, including the owner's villa, with its open-air living area, and the peaceful riverfront cabanas, with their decks overlooking the waterfalls of Privassion Creek. Active types enjoy riding horseback to hidden falls, hiking, exploring caves, and “discovering” hidden Mayan cities. Of course, there are myriad spa treatments, a swimming pool, a hot tub, and two gourmet restaurants (Montagna and Guatemaltecqua) to boot.
What you get booking it through us
- Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
- Daily Full breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom, served in restaurant
- $100 USD equivalent credit to be used only towards tours/excursions offered by property (Not applicable to spa, food, or beverage. Not combinable, not valid on room rate, no cash value if not redeemed in full)
- Early Check-in / Late Check-out, subject to availability
These are the Virtuoso benefits on file for this property, on top of the hotel's own best flexible rate — not a discount and not a package. How the benefit stack compares to booking direct.
Current offers
- Complimentary Night Offer — through 2026-11-20 · Stay 4 nights and get the 4th Night Complimentary at Blancanaeux. Stay dates: Apr 13 - Nov 20 2026 Email: info@thecoppolahideaways.com to book. Blackout dates apply. New reservations only. Cannot be combined with other offers. Virtuoso amenities apply.
In the know
This is the perfect location for visiting the extensive Mayan site of Caracol – be sure to arrange an escort in advance. –Alnoor Dossa Woodinville, Washington
The property, in facts
| Where | Mountain Pine Ridge Reserve, Central Farm, Cayo, Belize |
|---|---|
| Category | Lodge / Safari |
| Property type | Lodge, Ranch, Camp |
| Rooms | 20 |
| Room types | 9 |
| Nearest airport | Philip S.W.Goldson Int (BZE) · 56 miles |
| Advisor programme | Virtuoso |
| Style | Casual |
| Known for | Adventure, Ecotourism, Local Immersion |
Rooms and suites
- 2 Bdrm/2 Bath Villa — Skirting Privassion Creek, the roomy 1,600 square foot villas feature a large comfortable open-air living room with a small kitchen. Off the living room are…
- Francis Ford Coppola's Villa — Enjoy dramatic views from the elevated open-plan living area, take a dip in the private plunge pool or relax on the hardwood sun deck set in a lush tropical…
- Garden View Cabana — Nestled in our beautifully manicured gardens, the comfortable Garden Cabanas showcase native arts and antiques, plus a large screened-in porch with hammock.
- Riverfront Cabana — An expansive deck with wrap-around walkway ensures a spectacular view of the Privassion River. Elegantly themed with native art and local textiles, each cabana…
- Honeymoon Cabana — Perched over a Privassion Creek waterfall, the Honeymoon Cabanas offer the ideal getaway. Both honeymoon cabanas have huge private decks overlooking the falls.
- Luxury Cabana #11 — Since we opened the Deluxe Cabanas in early 2008, they have quickly become the most sought after accommodations on the property. Surrounded by lush vegetation…
In the room
Balcony/Lanai/Terrace · Bathrobe · Ceiling Fan · Coffee/Tea Maker · Hair Dryer · Internet Access · Mini Bar · Private Pool · Safe
What advisors say
100% of the 6 Virtuoso advisors who have filed a review of this property recommend it. Those reviews are collected by Virtuoso from advisors who have stayed, not by us and not from the public.
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