Must-see hotels in Belize

  • Ramon's Village

    Ambergris Caye

    Guests love the exotic, faux-jungle setting at this luxurious beach resort with a giant Maya mask known as 'Rey Ramon' overlooking the grounds. Thatched…

  • Mariposa Jungle Lodge

    Cayo District

    This luxurious jungle lodge is a cut above some of the more rustic nearby places in terms of comfort, with seven beautiful cabins featuring king-size…

  • Isla Marisol Resort

    Southern Belize

    The atoll's 18-acre southernmost island (called Usher Caye by some) is home to Glover's most upscale resort. Eleven sturdy and comfortably furnished…

  • Farm Inn

    Southern Belize

    On the highway between Santa Cruz and San Antonio, the family-owned Farm Inn is a little gem set on 52 acres of jungle and organic farmland (with 7000…

  • Huracan Diving Lodge

    Belize

    This small dive lodge is a sweet little escape with lots of dark stained wood and simple tropical decor. It's not right on the water, but is only a short…

  • Island Magic

    Caye Caulker

    Offering excellent value for its accommodations and amenities, Island Magic offers spacious, earth-toned rooms with fully equipped kitchens and dining…

  • Lodge at Jaguar Reef

    Southern Belize

    Part of the Viva Belize trio (along with nearby Almond Beach and Villa Margerita resorts) this 'cash-free' luxury resort has a long, sandy beachfront and…

  • Bocawina Rainforest Resort

    Southern Belize

    Within Mayflower Bocawina National Park, this ecoresort is the base for some of the most exciting adventure activities in Southern Belize. Accommodation…

  • Table Rock Jungle Lodge

    Cayo District

    This exquisite little resort boasts five classy cabañas, each furnished with custom-made four-poster beds, tile floors and thatched roofs, and equipped…

  • Cahal Pech Village Resort

    San Ignacio

    Atop Cahal Pech hill, half a mile up from the town center, you can enjoy San Ignacio's finest views from this upscale family resort. The resort has 21…

  • X'tan Ha

    Ambergris Caye

    Fronted by a fine stretch of white sand this low-key resort features neat wooden cabañas trimmed with bright colors. Rooms strike a good balance between…

  • Caribbean Villas Hotel

    Ambergris Caye

    Boasting one of the widest stretches of beach south of town and two pools, this well-run resort is good value especially for families, who'll love the El…

  • Pook's Hill Lodge

    Cayo District

    Off the dirt road that leads to Actun Tunichil Muknal, approximately 8 miles south of Teakettle Village, this is a gorgeous lodge on the site of a small…

  • Shipstern Nature Reserve Bungalows

    Northern Belize

    Located at the Shipstern Conservation & Management Area headquarters 3 miles out of town, these four bungalows are a great choice for visitors intending…

  • Belize River Lodge

    Belize City

    Belize's oldest fishing lodge remains one of its best. Set in lush, tropical grounds close to the airport, this gleaming mahogany gem is a comfortable and…

  • D'Nest Inn

    Belize City

    Your hosts Gaby and Oty have evidently put a lot of care into this retreat on the northern edge of town. The individually decorated rooms have four-poster…

  • Turneffe Flats Lodge

    Belize

    Although its principal fame is as a fishing retreat with expert guides, this Blackbird Caye lodge also offers excellent dive trips that are less crowded…

  • Maxhapan Cabanas

    Caye Caulker

    In an unexpected location south of town, Maxhapan has three sweet, yellow cabañas clustered around a sandy yard complete with an elevated palapa (open-air…

  • Bella Sombra Guest House Downtown

    Belize City

    A fantastic midrange guesthouse bang in the middle of downtown with large, spotless modern rooms boasting good mattresses and all the mod-cons, including…

  • Conch Shell Inn

    Ambergris Caye

    This pink-and-white beauty on the beach offers excellent value smack dab in the middle of town. The 10 brightly tiled rooms are spacious and comfortable,…

  • Inn the Bush

    Cayo District

    Sitting on a small hill near the Macal River, intimate Inn the Bush has two large cabins with massive four-poster mahogany beds, couches, full-sized…

  • Ray Caye Resort

    Placencia

    This spectacular private island resort, about 18 miles east of Placencia, should fulfill all of your tropical island fantasies without completely breaking…

  • Sun Creek Lodge

    Southern Belize

    As jungle lodges in Belize go, Sun Creek is a real bargain. Thomas and Marisa run this rustic, eco-oriented lodge in a fine patch of jungle near the…

  • Blue Tang Inn

    Ambergris Caye

    Named for one of the brightest and most beautiful fish on the reef, the Blue Tang lives up to this enticing image. Each of the suites at this beachside…

  • Robert's Grove Beach Resort

    Placencia

    From the Grecian fountain in the front driveway to the beautiful beachfront patio bar and restaurant, Robert's Grove is classy all the way. Rooms range…

  • T.R.E.E.S

    Hummingbird Highway

    T.R.E.E.S is part field station and part ecofriendly lodge, welcoming research students, interns, birders and passing backpackers alike. The operation is…

  • Great House

    Belize City

    This historic colonial-style mansion was built as a private home in 1927 on a piece of prime Fort George real estate. Nowadays, the Great House features…

  • Tobacco Caye Paradise

    Southern Belize

    This is the most romantic deal on Tobacco with the only overwater bungalows on the island. Paradise has six brightly painted cabañas perched on stilts…

  • Blue Wave

    Caye Caulker

    Look for the attractive log-cabin-style house overlooking Front St, and you'll know you've arrived at the Blue Wave, an inviting guesthouse with several…

  • La Milpa Lodge

    Northern Belize

    The four lovely hardwood thatched cabañas at La Milpa Lodge are in tune with the natural surroundings and feature big comfortable beds, ceiling fans,…

  • El Pescador Lodge & Villas

    Ambergris Caye

    With the atmosphere of a charming old-time fishing lodge and amenities of a luxury hotel, this 42-acre property is a sweet retreat for anglers and…

  • Naïa Resort Spa

    Placencia

    Naïa is the newest luxury resort on the Placencia peninsula with a full-service day spa and spectacular beachfront villas. The beach houses and villas,…

  • Sailfish Resort

    Placencia

    Across the water from Sunset Pointe at the very southern edge of Placencia Village, Sailfish is something of a bargain if you don't mind the simple budget…

  • Ocean Pearl Royale Hotel

    Caye Caulker

    Located on a quiet side street, this small hotel is surrounded by sandy grounds strewn with palms and flowering trees that attract hummingbirds and other…

  • Dream Valley

    Cayo District

    The spectacular timber chalet–style rooms and suites overlook a broad section of the Belize River in the vast grounds of Dream Valley. Spacious cabins are…

  • A Piece of Ground

    Punta Gorda

    Also known locally as Backa Jama's, this funky, sociable four-story place has a ground-floor hostel with two dorms (one with air-con) and four spotless…

  • White Sands Cove

    Ambergris Caye

    If you want to get away from it all without giving up any of the comforts of home, White Sands Cove – about 2.5 miles north of San Pedro – is for you…

  • Anda Di Howse

    Placencia

    'Under the House' was Placencia's first genuine hostel, with an absolute beachfront location, no less. Owner Pandora has designed a functional 10-bed dorm…

  • Xanadu Island Resort

    Ambergris Caye

    If being surrounded by greenery is a priority, it's hard to beat this resort set in lush tropical gardens alive with bird song. Right by the water south…

  • Green Parrot Beach Houses

    Placencia

    Green Parrot offers six quirky timber beach houses and two stilted thatched cabañas, all on the beach. All-wood interiors, high ceilings and huge screened…

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