San Ignacio is a town in western Belize and a cultural hub of the Cayo District. It has long been a gateway to the country’s inland adventures and is a favourite base for travelers exploring the Belizean jungle. Located near the Guatemalan border along the Macal River, San Ignacio is known for its vibrant local markets, nearby Maya ruins like Cahal Pech and Xunantunich. For those looking to open their laptop in the town, San Igncacio offers a variety of places to stay, decent average Wi-Fi speeds, a slower pace and a scenic environment. All in all, San Ignacio offers a unique inland setting for remote work.
Popular areas to stay for working remotely in San Ignacio include Cahal Pech, Bullet Tree Falls and Cristo Rey.
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Typical Wi-Fi speeds in San Igncaio are around 54 Mbps download and 25 Mbps upload, according to TestMy.net.
Don’t miss the ATM Cave near San Ignacio, a Maya site with jungle hikes and ancient crystallised skeletons.
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San Ignacio is served by Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport (BZE) in Belize City, about a 1 hour and 45 minute drive away.
There is no train service in Belize.
Long‑distance and regional buses operate mainly from the San Ignacio Bus Terminal, offering frequent routes to Belmopan, Belize City, Benque Viejo and connections toward Guatemala.
San Ignacio has a relaxed cafe and emerging coworking scene, especially around Burns Avenue, downtown and the Macal River area.
Groceries are easy to find across town, with major options including Supermarket 2000, Welcome Supermarket, Maxi’s and numerous minimarkets and produce stalls.
San Ignacio is walkable in the central areas, while longer distances are covered using taxis, buses, and rental cars. The Western Highway makes travel between San Ignacio, Belmopan and the Guatemalan border straightforward.
