Ian's a good host who is very devoted to Belize, conservation and gives a lot of valuable info about your stay - he really seems to care. V comfortable rooms, lovely jungle-esque setting, feel close to nature. Homemade food good. Great value. They can arrange jungle trips with George (who's very good). Would return - especially since they pick up... More

there are not enough superlatives to describe ian, kate, and hickatee cottages. rooms were spacious, clean, and tastefully decorated; by day, ian delivered coffee to our deck, and by night made a delicious rum punch; kate made fresh bread twice a day and offered tasty dinner menus in the evening; they have bicycles to use (free of charge) for exploring... More

At Hickatee cottages you will really have a great time. The service from Ian and his wife is top-notch. The cottages are great. There is a good emphasis on helping and preserving the environment. When we went we actually helped in a research project as I would assume all guests still can do. The location is a short bike ride... More

Well, there isn't much to add since all the past reviews accurately convey how wonderful Hickatee is. However, to reiterate: Ian and Kate are gracious hosts. They offered helpful recommendations based on our interests. Kate is an excellent chef. Whatever comes from her kitchen will be top notch. The eco-friendly accommodations and grounds are beautiful. It is obvious that much... More

I have to join the others on this site and say that Ian and Kate know how to run the best B&B and how to provide the most personal touch! The cottages are not only beautiful, but they are also eco-friendly. The grounds are superb and the innkeepers and staff are just lovely. You really couldn't ask for a better... More

I stayed in August 2011 for work and the fact that I haven't posted a review yet has been niggling me ever since! Just great. Everything about the place - Ian and Kate's unfailing helpfulness and willingness to absolutely go the extra mile for guests, the freshly baked breakfast, sumptious towels, relaxing terrace, bikes to nip into town. I could... More

This is my first time doing a review on anything, but felt a need to pass this on. My husband and I had the absolute pleasure of staying at Hickatee for 7 nights. Our son highly recommended it to us after he had stayed for 2 nights back in August upon arriving in Punta Gorda to do a semester of... More

My husband and I just had our first trip to Belize with friends. We stayed for 5 days, which wasn't nearly enough. Ian and Kate were absolutely wonderful. Ian helped me fall in love with more birds and the wonderful Howler Monkeys, of which he is extremely knowledgeable. I loved tracking and recording the howls and barks of the monkeys,... More

My husband and I stayed here on our honeymoon, and it was everything we hoped it would be and much, much more---beautiful, clean, full of personal touches, delicious food, incredible scenery, and the best hospitality I've ever experienced. We really felt like friends, and we missed Ian and Kate dearly when we left! They made sure we never had to... More