Travelers around the world are starting to look for more immersive nature experiences during travel, and The Belize Collection, a group of resorts in some of Belize’s most stunning destinations, responds with two of its best jungle properties: The Banks and The Rainforest Lodge at Sleeping Giant.
These properties offer serenity and environmental harmony at the edge of the Maya Mountains.
The Banks by The Belize Collection features open-concept villas, offering the perfect balance between indoor and outdoor living. The hotel is currently entering a developmental stage, expanding to 28 private villas with a second stage following later this year.
The Banks © The Belize Collection
Each villa comes with its own private courtyard and plunge pool for the chance to relax and unwind. Foodies will love Humo Restaurant and Bar, led by Chef Rahim, which offers dishes paying homage to generational cooking techniques and dedication to local free-grazers, farmers and fisherman.
The expansion will further position the resort as a premiere jungle getaway.
Over at The Rainforest Lodge at Sleeping Giant Mountain, guests will be fully immersed in the jungle landscape. The Lodge sits on a nature reserve and features a variety of accommodations like jungle cottages and mountain-view suites with plunge pools.
Sleeping Giant © The Belize Collection
“More than ever, travelers want to feel like they’re stepping into a living ecosystem,” said Julie Kee, director of sales and marketing, The Belize Collection. “With the Banks and The Rainforest Lodge at Sleeping Giant, we’re offering guests elevated comfort and design deeply rooted in Belize’s natural heritage.”
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