White Sands Cove Resort

White Sands Cove Resort is a small, privately owned beachfront condo resort in Tres Cocos, about 2.5 miles north of San Pedro Town, where the experience is deliberately more personal than that of a large resort. Just 20 privately owned residences make up the property, and each suite is designed as a home rather than simply a room, with a full kitchen, living area, balcony, air conditioning, and in-suite laundry.

Life at White Sands Cove naturally gathers around the water. A freshwater pool sits beneath the palms beside the beach, with loungers and hammocks inviting guests to linger between swims. Just beyond the sand, the private dock stretches over the water, providing a convenient departure point for snorkeling, diving, and fishing excursions. Guests can also step directly into the Caribbean from the pier, where smaller fish are often visible around the shallows.

La Cala, the resort's open-air restaurant and pool bar, brings another layer to the stay, serving Belizean-inspired dishes alongside fresh seafood, ceviche, local favorites, and tropical cocktails. Much of the kitchen's produce and seafood is locally sourced, giving the restaurant a distinctly Belizean character.

For guests who prefer having the freedom of a residence with the pleasures of a small resort, White Sands Cove strikes an appealing balance. Days can begin with coffee on a private balcony, continue with a reef excursion from the dock, and end with a quiet drink beside the pool—without ever feeling hurried.