"★★★★☆ Beautiful, Peaceful Resort with a Few Concerns
Mystic River Resort is absolutely gorgeous! Surrounded by nature, it’s peaceful, relaxing, and exactly what we wanted for our Belize getaway. The grounds are beautiful, and the food was very good.
A special shoutout to Lillet, who greeted us with the sweetest smile every morning at breakfast! Her warmth and kindness made our stay even more enjoyable.
A few things to be mindful of:
Dining: Everything is à la carte, so dinner can easily run $75–$100. Additional service charges and gratuity are disclosed on the menu.
Excursions: The sales approach felt pushy. On our first evening, while we were eating dinner after traveling, someone approached us about booking activities. We politely said we’d let them know, but at 7:55 PM, someone came to our room to follow up. We were already in bed and exhausted. It felt intrusive for a resort centered around relaxation.
Billing: Additional service charges and gratuity were added to a third-party excursion, although they weren’t disclosed in the brochure. The resort corrected the charges when I questioned them, but had I not reviewed our itemized receipts, we wouldn’t have known.
Overall, Mystic River is a beautiful, tranquil escape that I’d recommend. Just review your charges carefully and don’t hesitate to set boundaries.
4/5 stars — Beautiful property with room for improvement in communication and billing transparency."
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