Situated on the south edge of Hopkins Village, Beaches and Dreams is a quaint mid-range option on the beach with a popular restaurant. The 11 clean rooms are done in bright, tropical decor, though televisions, phones, and air-conditioning are notably absent in some rooms. However, they do include free Wi-Fi and hot showers, and many have water-view balconies or patios. The location away from the center of Hopkins Village -- including restaurants, shops, and services -- will appeal to those wanting seclusion, though others may be disappointed at the five-minute drive into town. This is one of the more reasonably priced beachfront options in the area, but for those with more money to spend, more modern rooms are available at Hopkins Bay Resort.
Situated on the south edge of Hopkins Village, Beaches and Dreams is a quaint mid-range option on the beach with a popular restaurant. The 11 clean rooms are done in bright, tropical decor, though televisions, phones, and air-conditioning are notably absent in some rooms. However, they do include free Wi-Fi and hot showers, and many have water-view balconies or patios. The location away from the center of Hopkins Village -- including restaurants, shops, and services -- will appeal to those wanting seclusion, though others may be disappointed at the five-minute drive into town. This is one of the more reasonably priced beachfront options in the area, but for those with more money to spend, more modern rooms are available at Hopkins Bay Resort.
With its sleek pool, free welcome massages, and sophisticated beach vibe, the upscale Las Terrazas Resort and Residences feels more South Beach than San Pedro. Its 39 air-conditioned rooms -- many with ocean views -- are decorated in blacks and browns with granite-countered kitchens and king-size poster beds. The saltwater infinity pool is a big plus, considering the beach isn’t great for swimming due to sea grass. A poolside bar has happy hour specials and a weekly rum tasting, for a fee, and freebies include kayaks, Hobie cats, and stand-up paddleboards. Fishing gear can be rented and the resort’s tasty, attractive restaurant will clean and prepare your catch. For a more tropical vibe and two giant pools, it’s worth considering Coco Beach Resort, which has similar rates but far less style.
With its sleek pool, free welcome massages, and sophisticated beach vibe, the upscale Las Terrazas Resort and Residences feels more South Beach than San Pedro. Its 39 air-conditioned rooms -- many with ocean views -- are decorated in blacks and browns with granite-countered kitchens and king-size poster beds. The saltwater infinity pool is a big plus, considering the beach isn’t great for swimming due to sea grass. A poolside bar has happy hour specials and a weekly rum tasting, for a fee, and freebies include kayaks, Hobie cats, and stand-up paddleboards. Fishing gear can be rented and the resort’s tasty, attractive restaurant will clean and prepare your catch. For a more tropical vibe and two giant pools, it’s worth considering Coco Beach Resort, which has similar rates but far less style.
Opened in 1998 and located on a private island near Ambergris Caye, the luxury Cayo Espanto's seven air-conditioned villas have wraparound porches, private docks, and ocean-view plunge pools. Interiors are rustic Caribbean, with details like cement floors and exotic hardwood furniture. All villas have two assigned butlers and the resort’s chef visits daily to discuss (and tailor) the menu for guests. Sadly, Cayo Espanto’s beaches are small and shallow. The resort is seven minutes by water taxi to San Pedro, Ambergris’ Caye’s commercial hub. Travelers looking for a property with a great beach and a sleek ocean-view pool should consider the villas at La Perla del Caribe, though rooms there aren't quite as lovely.
Opened in 1998 and located on a private island near Ambergris Caye, the luxury Cayo Espanto's seven air-conditioned villas have wraparound porches, private docks, and ocean-view plunge pools. Interiors are rustic Caribbean, with details like cement floors and exotic hardwood furniture. All villas have two assigned butlers and the resort’s chef visits daily to discuss (and tailor) the menu for guests. Sadly, Cayo Espanto’s beaches are small and shallow. The resort is seven minutes by water taxi to San Pedro, Ambergris’ Caye’s commercial hub. Travelers looking for a property with a great beach and a sleek ocean-view pool should consider the villas at La Perla del Caribe, though rooms there aren't quite as lovely.
Coco Beach Resort is a sprawling three-and-a-half-pearl resort north of Amgerbris Caye’s San Pedro Town. Its 58 rooms and suites -- many featuring ocean views -- have bright, beachy interiors with wicker furniture, plush sleeper sofas, and flat-screen TVs with premium channels, though noise can be an issue. The resort’s sandy beach -- like most in the area -- is prone to sea grass and the two huge saltwater pools with sandy, zero-entries are an attractive aquatic alternative. One has a swim-up bar while the other includes a waterslide. The resort’s three restaurants are decent, but close too early for late diners. Those looking for a resort that feels more South Beach than San Pedro should consider Las Terrazas Resort instead, though it will be more expensive.
Coco Beach Resort is a sprawling three-and-a-half-pearl resort north of Amgerbris Caye’s San Pedro Town. Its 58 rooms and suites -- many featuring ocean views -- have bright, beachy interiors with wicker furniture, plush sleeper sofas, and flat-screen TVs with premium channels, though noise can be an issue. The resort’s sandy beach -- like most in the area -- is prone to sea grass and the two huge saltwater pools with sandy, zero-entries are an attractive aquatic alternative. One has a swim-up bar while the other includes a waterslide. The resort’s three restaurants are decent, but close too early for late diners. Those looking for a resort that feels more South Beach than San Pedro should consider Las Terrazas Resort instead, though it will be more expensive.
Ocean Tide Beach Resort is a solid lower-middle-range option in San Pedro. This no-frills hotel has 11 clean rooms with homey decor and nice amenities like flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and air-conditioning. The property's oceanfront pool is a popular hangout for guests, and the adjacent bar serves great cocktails throughout the afternoon and evening. Like all beaches in San Pedro town, the one in front of Ocean Tide is used as a thoroughfare for golf cart traffic, but the hotel has its own dock, so guests can access the ocean to swim. Nearly all of San Pedro’s shops, bars, restaurants, and dive operations are within walking distance of this property, but some guests complain that the area can be noisy at night. Travelers looking for a quieter location might prefer the out-of-town Mata Rocks Resort, which is usually pricier but has nicer rooms and amenities.
Ocean Tide Beach Resort is a solid lower-middle-range option in San Pedro. This no-frills hotel has 11 clean rooms with homey decor and nice amenities like flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and air-conditioning. The property's oceanfront pool is a popular hangout for guests, and the adjacent bar serves great cocktails throughout the afternoon and evening. Like all beaches in San Pedro town, the one in front of Ocean Tide is used as a thoroughfare for golf cart traffic, but the hotel has its own dock, so guests can access the ocean to swim. Nearly all of San Pedro’s shops, bars, restaurants, and dive operations are within walking distance of this property, but some guests complain that the area can be noisy at night. Travelers looking for a quieter location might prefer the out-of-town Mata Rocks Resort, which is usually pricier but has nicer rooms and amenities.
The Villas at Banyan Bay is a three-pearl beachfront resort with a swimmable sandy beach -- that's no small feat on the frequently sea-grass-filled shores of Ambergris Caye. Its 42 villas are a mix of modern and dated two- and three-bedroom units with full kitchens, living rooms, and mahogany accents. The big, three-tiered freshwater pool is surrounded by loungers and has a walk-up pool bar. Set on a pier next to the ocean, the resort’s restaurant/bar serves tasty international and local cuisines and we love the happy hour drink specials. There aren’t many freebies, but the resort’s sister property next door has free kayaks and stand-up paddleboards. Those looking for more modern rooms and lots of freebies at a similar price-point should consider White Sands Cove Resort as an alternative.
The Villas at Banyan Bay is a three-pearl beachfront resort with a swimmable sandy beach -- that's no small feat on the frequently sea-grass-filled shores of Ambergris Caye. Its 42 villas are a mix of modern and dated two- and three-bedroom units with full kitchens, living rooms, and mahogany accents. The big, three-tiered freshwater pool is surrounded by loungers and has a walk-up pool bar. Set on a pier next to the ocean, the resort’s restaurant/bar serves tasty international and local cuisines and we love the happy hour drink specials. There aren’t many freebies, but the resort’s sister property next door has free kayaks and stand-up paddleboards. Those looking for more modern rooms and lots of freebies at a similar price-point should consider White Sands Cove Resort as an alternative.
Travelers seeking a quiet hotel with a relaxing atmosphere that’s still relatively close to town needn’t look further than Cocotal Inn & Cabanas. Cocotal is an intimate three-pearl property with eight rooms, a small pool, and a beautiful beachfront location. All rooms are equipped with full kitchens, and come in studio, one-, and two-bedroom varieties. Guests can take advantage of the hotel’s free bikes and kayaks, and can also rent golf carts for trips into town. Cocotal’s best feature is its hands-on manager, Ben, who lives on-site and consistently goes out of his way to ensure guests enjoy their stay. Travelers looking for a similar hotel that’s located within San Pedro town should check out Caye Casa, which has nicer rooms and similar amenities, but pricier nightly rates.
Travelers seeking a quiet hotel with a relaxing atmosphere that’s still relatively close to town needn’t look further than Cocotal Inn & Cabanas. Cocotal is an intimate three-pearl property with eight rooms, a small pool, and a beautiful beachfront location. All rooms are equipped with full kitchens, and come in studio, one-, and two-bedroom varieties. Guests can take advantage of the hotel’s free bikes and kayaks, and can also rent golf carts for trips into town. Cocotal’s best feature is its hands-on manager, Ben, who lives on-site and consistently goes out of his way to ensure guests enjoy their stay. Travelers looking for a similar hotel that’s located within San Pedro town should check out Caye Casa, which has nicer rooms and similar amenities, but pricier nightly rates.
La Beliza Resort is an upper-middle-range property with 18 apartment-style rooms on a secluded beachfront. The hotel’s one and two-bedroom units feature rich mediterranean inspired decor with lots of island accents, and are equipped with full kitchens, large living rooms, and outdoor balconies with partial or full ocean views. Many guests spend their days relaxing around the freeform pool or along the hotel’s stretch of beach. That said, there’s nothing of interest within walking distance of La Beliza, and the hotel is a whopping eight miles north of San Pedro town, which equates to a 45-minute golf cart ride on the island’s potholed roads. Being this far from town can feel isolating, which may appeal to some travelers and distress others. Those looking for a quiet property that’s a bit closer to the action in San Pedro might prefer Grand Caribe Belize, though it’s significantly pricier.
La Beliza Resort is an upper-middle-range property with 18 apartment-style rooms on a secluded beachfront. The hotel’s one and two-bedroom units feature rich mediterranean inspired decor with lots of island accents, and are equipped with full kitchens, large living rooms, and outdoor balconies with partial or full ocean views. Many guests spend their days relaxing around the freeform pool or along the hotel’s stretch of beach. That said, there’s nothing of interest within walking distance of La Beliza, and the hotel is a whopping eight miles north of San Pedro town, which equates to a 45-minute golf cart ride on the island’s potholed roads. Being this far from town can feel isolating, which may appeal to some travelers and distress others. Those looking for a quiet property that’s a bit closer to the action in San Pedro might prefer Grand Caribe Belize, though it’s significantly pricier.
Blue Tang Inn is a charming beachfront property with a convenient location in San Pedro. The three-pearl hotel is within walking distance of almost everything San Pedro has to offer, including restaurants, bars, dive shops, and supermarkets. The 14 (slightly dark) rooms resemble studio apartments, and each has a full kitchen, dining table, futon, and one or two queen-size beds. The hotel has a tiny pool and a manmade beachfront, but like all beaches in San Pedro, the beach is used as a thoroughfare for golf carts and pedestrians. Guests can take advantage of the hotel’s boat, Sirena Azul, by booking private sailings and snorkel tours. Note that the area around the hotel can be noisy at night. Travelers looking for a quieter location might prefer Cocotal Inn & Cabanas -- a similar property north of town that tends to offer more affordable nightly rates.
Blue Tang Inn is a charming beachfront property with a convenient location in San Pedro. The three-pearl hotel is within walking distance of almost everything San Pedro has to offer, including restaurants, bars, dive shops, and supermarkets. The 14 (slightly dark) rooms resemble studio apartments, and each has a full kitchen, dining table, futon, and one or two queen-size beds. The hotel has a tiny pool and a manmade beachfront, but like all beaches in San Pedro, the beach is used as a thoroughfare for golf carts and pedestrians. Guests can take advantage of the hotel’s boat, Sirena Azul, by booking private sailings and snorkel tours. Note that the area around the hotel can be noisy at night. Travelers looking for a quieter location might prefer Cocotal Inn & Cabanas -- a similar property north of town that tends to offer more affordable nightly rates.
Xanadu Island Resort is a simple, relaxed property with 20 spacious units resting on a pretty stretch of beach along Ambergris Caye, minutes from central San Pedro. There is no restaurant on-site, but there is a six-stool outdoor bar, the condo-style rooms feature full kitchens with stainless-steel refrigerators and stoves, and a number of shops are a short walk away. The small freshwater pool is surrounded by lush tropical landscaping and has ocean views. The hotel also offers free kayak and bike rentals, and excursions can be arranged through the on-site tour desk. Golf cart rentals are available and there is free and reliable Wi-Fi throughout.
Xanadu Island Resort is a simple, relaxed property with 20 spacious units resting on a pretty stretch of beach along Ambergris Caye, minutes from central San Pedro. There is no restaurant on-site, but there is a six-stool outdoor bar, the condo-style rooms feature full kitchens with stainless-steel refrigerators and stoves, and a number of shops are a short walk away. The small freshwater pool is surrounded by lush tropical landscaping and has ocean views. The hotel also offers free kayak and bike rentals, and excursions can be arranged through the on-site tour desk. Golf cart rentals are available and there is free and reliable Wi-Fi throughout.