Hotels & Resorts

South Ambergris Caye

Located approximately 2.6 miles south of San Pedro Town, Pelican Reef Villas Resort is a beachfront property built around spacious two- and three-bedroom villas that provide considerably more room than a conventional hotel accommodation. Many units include full kitchens, living and dining areas, multiple bathrooms, private balconies, and washer and dryer facilities, creating an arrangement particularly well suited to families, couples traveling together, and longer stays. The resort’s 350-foot beachfront is complemented by a freshwater infinity pool and pool bar, while a private pier extends into the water and provides another focal point for guests. Complimentary kayaks and paddleboards are available, and an artificial reef beside the pier creates an accessible snorkeling area where guests can observe marine life without having to leave the property. Dining is centered around the resort’s open-air restaurant overlooking the water, with breakfast included for guests and lunch available on property. The bar and pool area provide a more informal setting, while the resort’s concierge service can arrange transportation, golf-cart rentals, dining reservations, diving, snorkeling, fishing, and other excursions. With its unusually generous villa accommodations, maintained beachfront, infinity pool, private pier, complimentary water equipment, and personalized concierge service, Pelican Reef Villas Resort offers a residential-style alternative to the traditional hotel experience, combining the independence of a private condominium with the attentive services of a boutique beachfront resort.

South Ambergris Caye

Located just 2.5 acres just south of San Pedro Town and combines hotel accommodations with the character of a private village, complete with a marina, swimming pool, restaurants, bars, spa, and dedicated beach club. The resort offers 221 rooms and residences, with accommodations designed around a relaxed, residential aesthetic rather than a conventional hotel layout. Its most distinctive feature is the private Beach Club, reached by a complimentary boat ride of approximately 15 minutes. There, resort guests have access to white-sand beachfront, cabana beds, overwater hammocks, and beach service from the bar and grill, creating a separate waterfront retreat away from the main property. Non-motorized watercraft and bicycle rentals are also included as part of the resort's daily charge. Dining is unusually varied, with three restaurants and several distinct bars. The Verandah specializes in Caribbean cuisine, while JYOTO focuses on sushi prepared with fresh fish sourced from local fishermen. Rum Bean provides coffee, frozen drinks, and rum-based cocktails, while Stirred and the Dirty Martini offer more sophisticated cocktail settings. A full-service spa, fitness center, outdoor pool, concierge, meeting facilities, and an on-site tour operator round out the property. With its unusual combination of village-style accommodations, private beach access, marina facilities, varied dining, and Hilton service, Mahogany Bay Resort & Beach Club offers one of the more comprehensive resort experiences near San Pedro.

South Ambergris Caye

Royal Caribbean Resort offers an intimate beachfront stay just south of San Pedro, where private cabanas sit among five acres of tropical gardens and natural greenery. The resort has deliberately kept much of the land undeveloped, giving guests a sense of space and seclusion that is increasingly difficult to find so close to town. Cabana accommodations include kitchenettes, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and private outdoor areas, with selected units offering views toward the Caribbean. A large swimming pool forms the heart of the resort, with shallow areas for children and enough depth for scuba instruction. Just beyond it, the resort’s 150-foot pier reaches into the sea, creating an easy place to step into the water, watch the boats, or simply spend a quiet afternoon above the Caribbean. Guests can also walk to Island Wonder Beach Club, located only a couple of minutes away, where beach loungers, hammocks, volleyball, games, and a fire pit provide another setting for enjoying the waterfront. Back at the resort, Toast Seaside Boozery and Grill overlooks the pool and serves meals and drinks in a relaxed setting, with evening entertainment adding to the atmosphere. Days here can be as active or unhurried as guests choose. Snorkeling, diving, fishing, mainland excursions, bicycles, and golf carts can all be arranged, while the gardens and waterfront provide plenty of reasons to slow down. Royal Caribbean Resort is ultimately about **space, simplicity, and the pleasure of settling into a comfortable Caribbean hideaway without being far from San Pedro.**