I booked my stay at the Howler House months ago for a quiet family vacation in Belize. The choices of our destinations and lodgings were carefully chosen for a relaxing and very laid back, low key vacation. Erika, the host at the Howler House advertises her "treehouse" as a romantic getaway. The home is a wooden house, elevated by wood stilts and sits alongside the river. Erika, the host did NOT share with me that the two days of our stay would coincide with the largest canoe race in Central America, the Ruta Maya. Day 3 of the race ends in a public park in Burrell Boom adjacent to the Howler House's property, and Day 4 of the race starts again in Burrell Boom at 7am, with the canoes and spectators loudly passing along the banks of the river and the Howler House. The festivities started shortly after our arrival. Non-stop music blasted over loud speakers that could be heard throughout the whole village until 3am both days and nights of our stay. We barely slept each night. In addition, 2000+ people converged on Burrell Boom making our stay anything but romantic, or a get-away. Erika has a designated driver, Andrew to transport guests from the airport to and from the house, and he is allegedly available for tours. He picked us up in a van with a cardboard sheet covering up his whole rear window which apparently was recently shattered. Empty beer bottles were in the storage area for our luggage. Andrew charges $50 for the 20+ mile trip, versus the Black Orchid Resort which charges a flat rate of $15. When Andrew gave us the tour of the Howler House he showed us a cell phone pre-loaded with all the numbers we would need should we need to contact anyone with questions or for help, or to arrange a tour, etc. Unfortunately, the cellphone battery was dead and Erika, the host, took the charger with her as one of her previous guests apparently stole her other charger. That left us with no direct line of communication with Erika. We shared with Andrew that we would like to schedule a tour on Sunday to the Mayan Ruins. He sent me a text to my cellphone at 8:15am which I did not notice immediately, I replied shortly thereafter and Andrew shared he rented his van to a friend and would not be available for a tour during our short stay at the Howler House. Upon our departure, I sent an email to Erika detailing our experience at the Howler House. I received no reply from Erika until I filed a "resolution" with Airbnb. As some of the more seasoned users of Airbnb may know, they keep a thread of ALL messages to and from the host and guest. I respectfully shared with Erika our awful stay at the Howler House hoping to resolve the matter between us amicably, and hopefully without asking Airbnb to intervene. We exchanged several emails, and...

We had a wonderful stay at the Howler House! The howler monkeys greeted us on arrival and we soon "met" Shakira the crocodile. The house was comfortable and fun in a beautiful location. Miss Carol, Andrew, and the people of Boom were also fantastic. Highly recommended!

Everything was just as described. The house was gorgeous! We saw more wildlife there then anywhere we have ever been. The canoe was great to have we saw so many birds, fish, monkeys and even a troop of Quash!! The black orchid was above and beyond accommodating and wonderful. On the last day we saw Shakira the croc at the edge of the river, but most of the week the pond had a small baby croc in it. We animal hunted at night and saw a few tarantulas and that was exciting for us! We saw Rambo the giant red iguana, the monkeys came to visit 3 or so times during our stay. Read the blogs on their site they were spot on for advice. Spend time at the house to give time to spot all of the creatures around. Watch out for fire ants, and large biting ants that sting VERY badly (remember this is the jungle!) DON'T miss out on Ms Carol's fried chicken or the wonderful company she is! We really enjoyed her and food! Anthony was very accommodating and I would like to clarify that the prices he charges match the costs from Black Orchid (HE WOULD NEVER CHARGE MORE) It was special having Andrew because he is extremely knowledgeable and makes special stops to tell you about the country, this was a real treat and I wouldn't trade it for anything. He was never more than 10 mins late (I mean come on that's just the reality of life) You pay Andrew to drive and the the adventure cost is separate, so if you want a total cost for an adventure before you get to Belize you can look at the black orchid website. When prices dropped because of the low season Andrews connections always would meet or beat the price. Plus we got special guides and few other people on the tours with us. We now dream of our own Burrell Boom Tree House. WE LOVED IT! Do take note of the small town (only 2 or 3 places to eat, little selection. Stores minimal) this did not bother us one bit, but just be prepared. Thank you Erika and Andrew!!

We enjoyed our stay at the howler house. Great locals, food, and fun! We will be back soon. Thanks for a great time.

Wonderful jungle retreat - peaceful and relaxing. The village is a unique place full of some of the kindest and friendliest people we have ever met. We enjoyed the bikes, the canoe and using the pool at the black orchid. The Internet was down when we arrived but we texted Erika and it was fixed within a few hours!

My husband and I stayed at the Howler House for a week. It's got a charming, natural vibe for sure, surrounded by trees and the sounds of the birds. We heard the Howler monkeys starting on our first night - they absolutely sound prehistoric, you can't miss it. The House is well located in the village with everything you need within easy walking distance. A new little store has opened up close by and they are well stocked with friendly staff. The House itself has everything you need and was very clean on our arrival. Tons of screened in outdoor space on the decks but bring bug spray for sure! A visit to Miss Carol's for dinner is a must! She is so warm and welcoming and her fried chicken and chicken burgers are amazing. Erika was very helpful prior to our arrival and overall we enjoyed our stay.

Amazing stay at the Howler House! If you're looking for a unique jungle-like experience before island hopping, look no further. Kenny and Mellissa were very helpful and answered any questions we had about Burrell Boom and the surrounding areas. Didn't get to see the croc, but lots of awesome wildlife in the area and of course the Howlers! Thank you Erika for sharing your awesome house with us!

家庭是很隐蔽的这很好。在用铁丝网围外所有打开的围墙,以保持哪些工作只是正常的错误。主人不在现场所以不是这方面的一个典型的抗体&B上市。邻居是美妙不过。随着不被现场车主它的一些沟通困难的。有几件事情本来可以更好的价格但总体来说这是一个好地方。当心黑兰花作为一个伟大的地方游泳,但不要吃!

The host canceled this reservation 34 days before arrival. This is an automated posting.

Nous sommes arrivés tard (après l'obscurité) et avons trouvé l'hôtel pour être complètement enfermé et fermé vers le bas. Il y avait un panneau sur la porte d'entrée avec les numéros de téléphone. Etant donné que nous ne disposions pas d'un téléphone dans ce pays (comptant sur Internet), nous sommes allés au magasin dans la rue où un propriétaire de magasin convivial appelé le numéro pour nous. Une dame est venue et nous a rencontrés à l'hôtel sous peu. Quelque part le long de la ligne entre daphne, ses parents et le directeur de l'hôtel à notre arrivée avaient été perdus. Malheureusement Internet est en baisse partout dans la ville, donc il n'y avait pas Internet. Bien que l'étage principal de l'hôtel est complètement fermé (meubles entassés, piscine vide) la chambre était belle et propre et l'air conditionné était bon. La dame qui nous a accueillis nous a fait le petit déjeuner le lendemain matin pour 24blz $.

We absolutely loved our stay at El Chiclero Inn! It is located in an area of Belize that is easily accessible to the main highways, so easy to get to the many things to see and do on the mainland, and all of this is if you rent a car (HIGHLY recommended). We were welcomed warmly and greeted each morning when we woke up for breakfast (which was made for us for a small price each morning and TOTALLY worth it), and greeted in the evening when we returned from a day of activities. Great Wi-Fi, air-conditioned rooms, comfortable beds, spacious rooms and in a very chill area and near a few small grocery stores. It was an overall wonderful visit! We cannot wait to visit again.

Very nice place - a good, quiet location to serve as a base for exploring Belize! Consuela, the manager, was very kind and happy to make breakfast for us each morning. She does not know a lot about various sightseeing destinations, however, so be sure to have your trip planned using other sources. The room was very clean, and the AC was a welcome addition. Thank you for having us!

Cet endroit est un petit bijou caché! La région est rurale et tout le monde est très accueillant. Une expérience très authentique. Les dames à l'auberge était très chaleureux et incroyable. Vous devez prendre le petit déjeuner le matin. Accueil cuit et délicieux! Il semblait y avoir un peu de mauvaise communication entre le propriétaire et les femmes à l'auberge, mais tout allait bien. Certainement un endroit pour séjourner si vous voulez une expérience authentique Belize sur les zones touristiques. Nous vous remercions de l'hospitalité!

Proche de l'aéroport, agréable de passer la nuit hors de Belize City, avant de se diriger vers d'autres destinations au Belize. Burrell Boom est un quartier très calme, pas beaucoup disponible dans la voie de la nourriture, mais le marché est juste en face de la rue. Le personnel qui était là pour nous accueillir était très agréable et a offert de prendre le petit déjeuner pour nous dans la matinée, pour un coût supplémentaire, mais il était agréable de ne pas avoir à chercher un endroit pour le petit déjeuner. Les chambres étaient simples mais propres. L'AC était convenable mais je ne suis pas sûr que ce serait suffisant dans la saison chaude. Il était intéressant d'imaginer ce que cet hôtel était comme à son apogée.

It was wonderful. Thanks for everything and for accommodating me last minute.

Due to unforeseen circumstances from management at the particular time we were there, we had to cancel our stay at this inn. Daphne was completely understanding and issued a refund immediately. She was willing to work with me to resolve the issue immediately. Thank you!

Von Anfang bis Ende hat alles gut geklappt. Unkomplizierter, freundlicher Kontakt mit Daphne vor der Reise und ein familiärer Kontakt während des Aufenthaltes vor Ort. Es ist ein ruhiges, sauberes Haus. In der Umgebung gibt es Lebensmittel zu kaufen und auch etwas gekochtes kann man bekommen. Wir haben in einer Garküche gegessen, hätten aber auch in ein chinesisches Restaurant gehen können. Die Leute im Ort sind sehr hilfsbereit und freuen sich angesprochen zu werden. Wir haben eine gute Wahl getroffen.

This is a nice hotel with large clean rooms. We enjoyed chatting with the manager. She prepared us an American breakfast each morning at an additional cost. Since this village is so small, we had difficulty finding places to eat.

Very nice little place to crash.Had no tv or radio, or hot plate but everything else including frig was on point.Said they were just getting started so they will probably improve.

This house was great for our group of four and Bruce was very helpful and thorough with communication and quick to offer suggestions. The house is very close to the airport and was a fair price.

Bruce hizo que nuestra primera parada en Belice un grande. Nos contó acerca de las costumbres de su país y fue capaz de obtener información sobre qué ver mientras estuvimos aquí, la casa es grande; cocina, dos dormitorios, gran zona exterior simplemente fantástico. Hay una pequeña tienda y nuevo restaurante en el pueblo que se abre 18:00 y tiene buena comida. Bruce era capaz de llevarnos desde el aeropuerto y la terminal de autobuses por unos pocos dólares. Pero hay un autobús que lo recogerá si lo prefiere. ¡¡Gracias de nuevo!!

House was pretty decent for the price...about 15 miles from the city so you will definitely need transportation. Never got the chance to meet Mr. Bruce He turn out to be a very rude and unpleasant person... Wouldn't recommend anyone to do business with him ... Also under his amenities he is advertising a/c and washer dryer but it is a additional change ...He is a total ripoff

Bruce was super awesome in getting us set up in his house and showing us around the country! The house was great place to come back to each evening and the bikes were cool to go around the neighborhood with. Overall, we loved our stay in Belize and a lot of that is because of Bruce's hospitality.

A minha família e eu realmente gostei ficar no lugar de Bruce. Ele foi muito confortáveis. Ele nos encontrou no aeroporto e nós segui-lo para a casa de menos de 10 minutos de carro. A casa é muito bom e foi bom ter um quarto separado para as crianças. Muito melhor do que um quarto de hotel para sobre o mesmo dinheiro ou menos. Se você ficar aqui eu recomendaria ter transporte para que você possa se locomover. Além disso, se você não é utilizado para o calor em Belize Eu recomendaria pagar a taxa adicional para o AC. É apenas no quarto principal, mas vale a pena. Obrigado Bruce por sua hospitalidade e estou ansioso para ficar no seu lugar na próxima vez

Stayed here another night and enjoyed it just as much as the first time!

Bruce was by far one of the best hosts we've had to date. From the moment we arrived he was beyond helpful in every aspect; making our stay in Belize City easy and very enjoyable. Just to give you an idea our experience with Bruce, here are a few highlights; upon our arrival into Belize Bruce picked us up at the airport, stopped at the grocery store to allow us to collect food for our stay. He made things so easy for us in terms of tours, sites to see and providing us with the best driver to get in and out of town at a great rate, as we did not rent a vehicle. The location was great for us as we were about 15 mins out of town, water taxis and from the Mayan Ruins and great tours. We recommend Lamanai and Altun-ha; but be sure to bring your bug spray for the tours! Belize gets quite hot so the AC in the bedroom and fans through the house were very well received! There's even a washing machine, good wifi and Netflix available! We would definitely recommend Bruce's tours and home to anyone on Airbnb! Thanks Again Bruce.

Bruce était super et nous a rencontrés à l'aéroport pour nous assurer que nous sommes arrivés à sa place sans aucun problème. Sa maison est très agréable et est idéal pour les voyageurs qui préfèrent rester en dehors de la ville dans le village. Merci Bruce!

Good value for the price. House was clean and well-maintained in a quiet, residential neighborhood outside of Belize City. Easy access to the local bus route to take you into town. Homeowner was in the middle of making some improvements during our stay (i.e. there was no sink in the main bathroom), but nothing that got in the way of our stay. There was no hot water in the showers, but we found this to be common throughout the country. Host was accommodating, picked us up from the airport, and offered us rides into town on several occasions. Overall, our stay was great - would definitely recommend.

The best part of the listing is the extreme proximity to the airport. The inside is also very comfortable. The surroundings are a little rough though. But overall a nice place to crash before you fly home for the price. It's also nice that the owners relative is right next door.

This place is conveniently located near the airport

Michelle and Scott are excellent hosts! Our two night stay had everything we needed: clean and tidy bungalow, comfy bed, hot plate, and pots and pans for cooking breakfast. Michelle responded promptly to all emails and made sure we had everything we needed before arriving. Scott and the dogs greeted us at the house and provided great recommendations on activities and restaurants. The Gecko Bungalow is great home base if you are looking to explore all that mainland Belize has to offer. Using their rental car gave us the freedom to come and go as we pleased and ensured that we saw all of the sites we wanted to see. We loved Belize and we loved our stay at the Gecko Bungalow!

Michelle, and her husband Scott, are hands-down the best hosts Airbnb have to offer. Who else will pick you up at the airport in a moment's notice, hand you a beer when you arrive, and invite you out with their closest friends?! Their bungalow is just as described: immaculately clean, stocked with supplies, and full of island charm. Both of them went to great lengths to make my stay comfortable and convenient. From mapping out whatever your Belizean interests are to giving you insider local tips, they will set you up to have a fantastic time. I couldn't recommend the Gecko Bungalow enough...pristine accommodations and hosts that truly make you feel at home.

The Gecko Bungalow and adorable! Michelle and Scott went out of their way to accommodate us. They picked us up at the airport and the rental car they offer is so convenient. Everything was perfect we will stay here again.

Michelle et Scott étaient très sympathique et serviable et nous a donné quelques conseils pour notre voyage. Le bungalow est très confortable et cute-- serait idéal pour un couple ou une petite famille. La connexion wifi est un peu faible malgré tous leurs efforts, mais vous pouvez y accéder depuis la terrasse extérieure. Merci beaucoup!

Michelle and Scott were incredible hosts to say the very least. My wife and I had the pleasure of staying at the Gecko Bungalow during the last night of our honeymoon. One of the best aspects about this place is its close proximity to the airport. Michelle was kind enough to offer us a lift the next morning for our flight out of the airport that afternoon. The Gecko Bungalow is a really cute space and it was perfect for our needs. Having AC in the bedrooms is a nice bonus and we also enjoyed hearing the geckos! Michelle's and Scott's dogs are also very friendly, which we appreciated as dog lovers. :) It's also worth noting that I had the best mangos I've ever eaten in my entire life at Michelle's and Scott's place! They were unique and even sweeter than what I'm accustomed to eating in the states. Fresh mangos are just another perk of staying at The Gecko Bungalow.

Scott et Michelle étaient très serviables lors de notre dernier jour à Belize. Ils nous ont emmenés à l'aéroport sans frais supplémentaires (coûts habituellement 25 $ US pour le trajet), et ils nous ont aidés à prendre des dispositions pour louer une voiture pour un prix très abordable pour une demi-journée. Leur place est très proche des ruines Altun Ha et Bacab Eco Park qui est une cabane de tiki à côté d'un centre aquatique que les enfants locaux se rafraîchir dans, avec de jolis aliments savoureux et abordables (5 $ US pour le riz, les haricots, le ragoût pour le déjeuner) . Nous avons pu vérifier à la fois sur notre dernier jour, et tout envelopper avec un poulet jerk et repas de porc au bar sportif local, Nan, grâce aux suggestions de nos hôtes. Les chambres ont l'air conditionné (si agréable pendant la chaleur!), Et leurs chiens sont sympathiques et ludiques et nous les avons apprécié aussi. Les chambres avaient un réfrigérateur qui était merveilleux pour garder nos bouteilles d'eau glacée tout au long de notre séjour. expérience merveilleuse rester avec eux, et je le recommande vraiment rester avec eux avant de prendre l'avion de BZE. Ladyville est beaucoup moins mouvementé que Belize City!

WONDERFUL!

Michelle and Scott were wonderful hosts and the Gecko Bungalow was a great place to relax after a busy day of excursions. Close to the airport and not too far from Belize City. A great starting point for all the activities we had planned. We had a wonderful breakfast prepared by Scott one of our days there. The fresh fruit and waffles and local breads were delicious! Also thanks to Scott's recommendation we made the last minute decision to add zip lining to our cave tubing excursion and it was the spectacular. We would definitely return and recommend to our friends!

Excellent beautiful home By far the best place to stay in Belize City!

Cindy was incredible,really helpfull with us because we had a lot of problems with the app that it didn't work and customer assistance was horrible .The house is really nice and the manager is also incredible,he helps us with everything.I will repeat with this great property and owner.

Loved our stay here. Had the whole house to ourselves, which was a great way to relax after a few days of early mornings and late nights in San Pedro. The house has tons of character; with books, artwork, and collected items everywhere. Gerry was fantastic! He showed us around the property (there are chickens everywhere), brought us water and cut down mangoes. The house is a little older, slightly outdated, but that was part of the fun of it all. We had a wonderful time napping on the hammocks and reading Emory King's book! Also had a full kitchen so we used that to cook meals. The town nearby is small; it's about ~15 minutes into Belize City and we didn't feel like venturing out.

This was our first time to use Airbnb. Cindy and I corresponded via email and text several time prior to our stay. Gerardo, the caretaker, was so friendly and helpful. He was like a walking encyclopedia of information about the house and the country. He came by every day to check to be sure we had everything we needed. The first night we were there, I had forgotten a couple of things at the grocery and didn't realize it until after dark. He volunteered to accompany me to a local grocery to pick up a couple of things. One day he came by with a wheelbarrow full of coconuts. He chopped off the end and poured us up a batch of coconut water, suggesting it would taste really good with some coconut rum. He was right. Another day he dug up some fresh ginger for tea. We felt very well cared for and charmed by Gerardo. The house is classic Belize with so much history. We weren't really sure what we would find when we selected the property but are so glad we stayed there. The house is quite large with plenty of room to spread out. Although the construction techniques used in Belizean homes are not exactly what you would see here in the states the house was exceptionally clean. The yard is lush with tropical plants and in season there are many fruits grown in the yard. It is a very quiet and relaxing place more in the country than city. It was about a 20 -25 minute trip to the airport and about the same into Belize City. We drove to the water taxi for a trip to the islands and easily made it in time for our selected ferry. We would love to stay again if for no other reason than to visit with Gerardo.

This house is a gem. It is perfectly located for any trip on the western highway. And Gerardo the house manager is a great guy. He was very helpful and accommodating. The property is wonderful. Very peaceful and reasonably priced.

Мы были встречены в воротах ту же минуту, мы прибыли и были встречены очень тепло менеджером собственности. Она была самым полезным и дал нам экскурсию по дому, прежде чем она ушла.

This home is wonderful and lives up to it's name: Tropical Park. Gerardo greeted us and took us on a tour of this beautiful home of author Emory King, and the beautiful grounds that surround it. There were flocks of parrots in the trees, cashew trees, billy boy sheep and much, much more. This home is truly a treasure. We felt very welcome and our stay was wonderful. Thank you for everything!

The house is amazing - great colonial feel, it hasn't changed much since it was built by the look of it. Beds were comfy, A/C in one of the rooms, all facilities in the kitchen and bathrooms worked wonderfully. A tip for anyone interested in staying: talk to the property manager Gerardo! He has a ton of info about the history of Belize and where to go/what to do in the surrounding areas. He can help out with any questions and is a very cool guy. The gardens are filled with all type of animals (birds, lizards, snakes, turtles, spiders) if you're interested in seeking them out. Wifi worked well enough for general internet browsing and email etc but don't expect to watch Youtube or Netflix haha. Be prepared to drive a lot as the house is kind of out in the middle of nowhere (about half an hour from Belize City) which means getting food needs to be planned out in advance (recommend Brodies supermarket or the Riverside Tavern if you want to eat out. There is also a restaurant on the Western Hwy right next to the house which is supposed to be amazing, but was closed when we tried to eat there. All in all a great experience!

Cindy war sehr entgegenkommend mit unserer Kommunikation. Ich schätzte am Haus von ihrem Hausmeister erfüllt. Das Haus war ein wenig in der Nacht schwer zu finden, da keine beleuchtete Schilder, so versuchen, bei Tageslicht zu reisen.