Ratings based on 14 Verified Reviews
3.6 Room cleanliness
4.1 Service & staff
3.5 Room comfort
3.4 Hotel condition
Expedia Verified Reviews
by A verified traveler from Clarkston
Posted 28 Aug 2023
My son and I had a fantastic stay. Beautiful grounds. Solar powered with conveniences such as wifi. Our hosts were friendly, helpful, and available. Looking forward to returning.
Comment from Hotel Management
6 Sep 2023 by Palmento Grove, Hotel Management
Nikki,Thanks for staying with us. It was sure our pleasure hosting you.
by A verified traveler
Posted 6 Feb 2023
The island is located North of the village of Hopkins. However there are plenty of signs to help you find it easily. The island was beautiful and the freedom to take a kayak out and explore was terrific. If you choose to have meals prepared, Uwahine is not only a wonderful hostess, but a great cook. It is an eco-friendly resort so keep that in mind. Limited electric and cold water bathing. There is a good wifi signal.
by A verified traveler
Posted 16 Oct 2019
I had an awesome week, I was the only one there. call and ask for what season it is. Book your ride through them; it's 2.5 hrs each way. pack light and for the weather. think ECO Lodge, your going to be clubbing.
by A verified traveler from Seattle WA
Posted 27 Feb 2019
We have not even got to see it because the moment we wanted to check in they canceled on us with a stupid excuse that their electricity is down.
Comment from Hotel Management
3 Mar 2019 by Uwahnie , Hotel Management
We do thank the guests for their review. We do acknowledge that due to an electrical issue we were able to book a room at another Lodge in the village however the guests being escorted and influenced decided to stay at what was recommended by the escort. We do respect guests choices. We continue to aspire to offer the best in authentic eco-cultural experience in Hopkins.
Recommended
for Studentsby A verified traveler
Not For the Resort Types
Posted 9 Mar 2018
Pros: Staff is great
Cons: More crocodiles ;-)
You are NOT going to be staying in a foreign owned, all inclusive resort. This is a rustic group of huts for the people who want to experience the more primitive side of things. There are going to be bugs, but the local mosquito coils provided are extremely effective (nothing like the nearly useless ones sold in the US and Canada). We very much enjoyed our stay, and every member of the staff was friendly and helpful. It's a short walk to the beach, and several stores and restaurants. If you're walking back at night, you may meet the local drug dealers who hang out past the end of the driveway - but we found them to be friendly and completely non-threatening.
by A verified traveler from cali
low rent backwater place on a canal
Posted 8 Jan 2018
Pros: Nice people. Pleasant, green setting, if somewhat soggy.
Cons: Mosquito net should be provided without having to ask. Dogs should not be allowed to disturb guests. Water pump needs sound deadening.
Location: The Location is slightly remote but there are bicycles to rent. The owners promote it as a cultural center, with drumming, cooking classes, etc.
I stayed at this place three nights. Should have left after the first night. I booked the cheapest room, which was a thatch roof hut. Big mistake. I saw a rat in my room the first night. Kept finding rat droppings on my bed throughout my stay. My bed did not have a mosquito net and I got eaten alive the first night. The next day I requested a mosquito net and was told I shouldn't need one, but they did provide one. That helped.
Mosquito coils were provided. You light them and they produce a smoke toxic to mosquitoes and people.
The mosquitoes were dropping dead onto my bed. The smoke burned my eyes and made it difficult to breathe. I kept finding ants, spiders and other bugs in my bed. Their dogs barked randomly throughout the night, sometimes right outside my hut, waking me repeatedly. The guest quarters are clustered together. Early on my last morning, the neighboring guests had a loud conversation in their cabin, waking me up way too early. I sat at their picnic table, and the whole thing tipped over backwards, dumping me onto the muddy ground. The loud water pump is near the guest quarters and would turn on during the night, waking me repeatedly.
I rented a kayak to go fishing, as they promote themselves as a fishing resort. They had only Child size flotation vests. They have no fishing tackle whatsoever but did manage to come up with a string and one small hook. For bait I was provided a chicken foot. Needless to say, I did not catch any fish. Primitive at best.
Comment from Hotel Management
25 Jan 2018 by Uwahnie, Hotel Management
Thanks for your review. It has allowed us improve upon our guest experience.
Recommended
for Everyoneby A verified traveler from Georgia
Culture reservation
Posted 12 Dec 2017First this is not a place of luxury but a place of 100% passion and love for the culture. The staff is super friendly and willing to help you with anything you may need from cooking you authentic meals to making reservations with the locals for your adventures. The staff is also very knowledgeable about history and herbal medicine.
Comment from Hotel Management
25 Jan 2018 by Uwahnie, Hotel Management
It's with gratitude that we appreciate your business & review.
by A verified traveler from daytona beach fl
had to stay 1 night then left
Posted 9 Dec 2017
Pros: 0
Cons: all
Location: like a ghetto
was unable to stay due to misrepresentations and slum like environment
Comment from Hotel Management
19 Mar 2018 by Uwahnie, Hotel Management
Thanks for your review. We offer nothing more than an authentic cultural vacation, inclusive of accommodation at a quite affordable rate. We pride ourselves for being able to offer this unique experience and as such do understand that our tourism experience are for guests that can appreciate what we offer. Trust that you where able to still enjoy Belize.
Gratitude for your feedback.
Recommended
for Everyoneby A verified traveler from Edmonton
Very Rustic
Posted 3 Dec 2017We stayed here for 3 nights. This accommodation is on the very edge of town - a bit of a walk to shops and restaurants. We stayed in a cabin - very rustic and authentic. It was pretty clean but Wasn't bug proof to say the least. The family that runs the accommodations is very helpful and friendly. If you're looking for an authentic cultural experience, this place is perfect. You can do a cooking class and take garifuna drumming lessons at this location. It's also situated right on a canal/ lagoon with excellent kayaking.
Comment from Hotel Management
25 Jan 2018 by Uwahnie, Hotel Management
Thanks for your review. Glad we where able to share our space & culture with you. Gratitude is ours. Your feedback provides us with valuable insight into how we can improve our business.
Recommended
for Everyoneby A verified traveler from Corning, New York
Great getaway & a great learning experience!
Posted 21 Sep 2017
Location: You must try the food at Queen Bean restaurant, it's right next to the Palmento hotel! It was some of the best food I ate in Hopkins Village!
A very rustic, friendly, humbling, and down to earth experience at the Palmento Grove Cultural & Fishing Lodge. If you love the swanky 4-5 star hotels/resorts...this place is not for you. On the other hand, if you want a taste of authentic Garifuna village life experience at Hopkins...well, you came to the right place.
Comment from Hotel Management
22 Sep 2017 by Uwahnie, Hotel Management
Bo,
It is with tremendous gratitude we are thankful that you enjoyed your stay with us.
