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Hotel in Ambergris Caye, Belize

Caribbean Villas Hotel

★ 4.2$140-220 — $180-300Mid Range

Well-maintained beachfront hotel on Ambergris Caye with spacious rooms, pool, and on-site dive shop. Great location in San Pedro town, walking distance to restaurants and bars. Family-friendly with kitchenettes available.

Caribbean Villas Hotel is a well-established beachfront property in San Pedro Town on Ambergris Caye, Belize, offering a reliable mid-range option that balances proximity to town amenities with direct Caribbean beach access. The hotel sits at the northern edge of San Pedro's built-up area, within walking distance of the main street's restaurants, bars, gift shops, and the water taxi terminal connecting Ambergris Caye to Caye Caulker and Belize City.

The property offers a variety of accommodation types designed with families and self-catering travelers in mind. Standard rooms and suites are available alongside a selection of units with full kitchenettes or kitchens, making multi-night and extended stays practical for guests who prefer to manage their own meals. Rooms are air-conditioned with private bathrooms, and most face the beach or the resort's garden and pool area.

The freshwater pool is the central outdoor amenity, surrounded by sun loungers and tropical plantings. The hotel's beachfront position provides direct access to the Caribbean Sea, where guests can swim steps from their rooms. An extended dock reaches into the water, and the on-site dive shop coordinates snorkeling and diving excursions to Hol Chan Marine Reserve and Shark Ray Alley — two of Belize's most visited underwater attractions.

Caribbean Villas is particularly well-suited to families traveling with children. The low-key layout compared to larger resort properties, combined with kitchenette-equipped rooms, allows flexibility for managing meals and schedules. A staff team known for personalized service helps guests arrange tours, water taxis, and activity bookings.

The hotel's San Pedro Town location provides easy access to golf cart rental shops, dive tour operators, and the domestic airline connections at the nearby municipal airstrip. The atmosphere is friendly and unpretentious — a practical choice for travelers who want beachfront access and proximity to the reef without resort pricing.

Amenities

  • beachfront
  • pool
  • dive shop
  • WiFi
  • air conditioning
  • kitchenettes

Location

San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye

17.9150, -87.9650 — View on map

Highlights

  • Beachfront location in San Pedro Town with direct Caribbean Sea access and an extended dock
  • Kitchenette and full-kitchen room options ideal for families and extended-stay travelers
  • On-site dive shop coordinating trips to Hol Chan Marine Reserve and Shark Ray Alley
  • Walking distance to San Pedro's restaurants, shops, and water taxi terminal
  • Mid-range pricing with full resort amenities including freshwater pool and beachfront access

Tips

  • Kitchenette rooms sell out quickly during peak season — book early if self-catering is a priority for your stay
  • The dive shop pairs guests with certified instructors for introductory dives as well as multi-day PADI certification courses
  • Golf cart rentals are available at several shops within a short walk of the hotel; daily rates are affordable and the island is easy to navigate
  • The beach in front of the hotel has seagrass in some areas — water shoes make wading more comfortable
  • A water taxi to Caye Caulker takes approximately 20 minutes from San Pedro Town; the terminal is an easy walk from the hotel

FAQ

Does Caribbean Villas Hotel have a restaurant?

The property does not operate a full-service restaurant. The kitchenette-equipped rooms allow for self-catering, and San Pedro Town's diverse range of restaurants is within easy walking distance.

Is the hotel suitable for snorkelers without diving experience?

Yes, the dive shop organizes snorkeling tours to Hol Chan Marine Reserve and Shark Ray Alley that are appropriate for non-divers of all ages. Equipment rental is available on-site.

How do guests get to Caribbean Villas from Belize City?

The most practical options are a direct domestic flight to San Pedro (approximately 20 minutes) or a water taxi from Belize City's Marine Terminal (approximately 75 minutes). The hotel can arrange dock pick-up for water taxi arrivals.

Is the hotel family-friendly?

Yes, Caribbean Villas is considered one of San Pedro's more family-friendly mid-range options. The kitchenette rooms, calm beachfront area, and easy access to snorkeling tours suit families with children of various ages.

Accessibility

The hotel has ground-floor room options, though sandy beach access paths and the dock area present uneven surfaces. Guests with mobility requirements should contact the property directly to discuss room placement and specific accessibility needs before booking.

When to visit

December through April offers the most reliable sunny weather and the clearest reef visibility for snorkeling and diving. The reef surrounding Ambergris Caye is accessible year-round, but the dry season provides the most consistent conditions.

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