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Villa Maya

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Secluded and tranquil lakeside lodge with stylish modern décor and decked relaxation areas overlooking the lagoon.

This tranquil jungle lodge is located on a private nature reserve on the shores of shady Petenchel and Monifata lakes. Villa Milla is ten minutes' drive from Flores and 45 minutes from the majestic Mayan site of Tikal.

The lodge has bright rooms within octagonal blocks or cabins, each with air-con, ceiling fan, private bathroom and small balcony. In keeping with the tranquil atmosphere, there are no TVs.

The hotel is surrounded by beautiful, tropical gardens and benefits from magnificent lake views. Facilities include an attractive swimming pool, thatched restaurant and a bar overlooking the lake, which is home to crocodiles so strictly no swimming allowed.

There are over 10km of well-marked trails to explore and the lodge also has its own deer enclosure. Mountain bikes and horses can be hired.

What our clients say

Beautiful setting and surroundings. We would highly recommend the accommodation. Food was good but not excellent.
JP Kilmarnock Jan 2015
Contemporary lodges dotted along lakeside. Great for wildlife
MT, Leighton buzzard Apr 2017
"Lovely location and beautiful grounds with plenty of wildlife. Our room overlooked a lake with a fantastic view. The swimming pool was perfect. Very helpful staff."
JC, Usk Mar 2014
We had a forest facing cabana which was fine but a lake view would be better. Restaurant was fine and staff helpful. Swimming pool was very good and much appreciated…
GW, Winchester Dec 2015
Great location and good food, nice rooms, and nice ambiance.
DT, Macclesfield Apr 2019
"Great rooms with fabulous jungle and lake outlook."
CC, Carnforth Feb 2014

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Heloise Buxton - Travel Expert

Heloise started her Latin American journey as an exchange student in Santiago, Chile. With extended summer holidays this was the perfect opportunity to backpack through Bolivia, Peru, Argentina and Brazil.

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