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Pelican Beach Resort - South Water Caye vs Banyan Bay Suites
Both properties are praised by expert reviewers. Overall, Pelican Beach - South Water Caye ranks slightly higher than Banyan Bay Suites. Pelican Beach - South Water Caye has a TripExpert Score of 78 with praise from 4 publications including The Telegraph, Fodor's and Travel + Leisure.
Pelican Beach Resort - South Water Caye
Travel + Leisure
The Telegraph
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Lonely Planet
South Water Caye, Belize
From $0 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Room Service
- Restaurant
- Family Friendly
- Free Parking
- Multilingual
Travel + Leisure
"Eight cottages set on the prettiest stretch of sand on the island. Entertainment here is of your own making—bring a book and settle back with a cold Belikin beer."
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The Telegraph
5.0
"South Water Caye enjoys a privileged position right on the Belize Barrier Reef and is popular with snorkellers and divers looking for a low-key and affordable getaway."
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Fodor's
"Steps from one of Belize's best beaches, where you can swim, snorkel, and dive from shore, and fish to your heart's content, is this former convent turned peaceful island retreat on 3½ seaside acres."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The hotel is close to the airport and has clean, but uninspiring rooms with TV, air-con and colorful local artwork. Most rooms have beach-facing porches with hammocks.
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Lonely Planet
Top choice
"The solar-powered Pelican's eight comfortable wooden cottages at the south of the island are well spaced among the palms, giving a feeling of seclusion."
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Banyan Bay Suites
Oyster
Fodor's
Coconut Drive, San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize
From $150 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Oyster
Mid-Range
"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."
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Fodor's
"The comforts of home with a tropical twist, this green tile-roofed complex south of town contains stylishly furnished two-bedroom condos with verandas overlooking the sea."
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