Cotton Tree Lodge

Punta Gorda, Belize

Countless species of birds are everywhere you look on the grounds of Cotton Tree Lodge, a remote retreat nestled between unspoiled rainforest and the banks of the Moho River. Private fully-screened cabanas, hand-crafted with traditional bay leaf thatch roofs and native wood details, feature private bathrooms with hot showers, ceiling fans, louvered shutters, and hand woven Mayan textiles. The cabanas are grouped around a central boardwalk system, giving a village ambiance to this cozy jungle lodge. Delicious meals showcase fresh local organic produce, and the staff is warm and welcoming—making Cotton Tree one of those places you come as a guest and leave as one of the family.