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Caribbean Villas Hotel vs Cayo Espanto

Both Caribbean Villas Hotel and Cayo Espanto are highly recommended by expert reviewers. On balance, Cayo Espanto ranks significantly higher than Caribbean Villas Hotel. Cayo Espanto is ranked #3 in Belize with approval from 6 publications such as Fodor's, Hideaway Report and Travel + Leisure.

Caribbean Villas Hotel
Caribbean Villas Hotel
7 / 10
Seagrape Drive, San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize
From $115 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Laundy Room
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Oyster Oyster
Budget
"The 61-room Caribbean Villas Hotel is a two-and-a-half pearl waterfront property with a rustic tropical vibe, just a 15-minute beach walk from central San Pedro." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"It may not be as modern as some of the island's newer resorts, but Caribbean Villas, with its gardens, pleasant quiet beachfront, and fun two-story waterslide, is an affordable and low-key alternative to the glitzier developments." Full review
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Choose from remodeled suites brightened with Guatemalan fabrics, or the cheaper standard rooms.
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"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 giant slide into the sea." Full review
Cayo Espanto
Cayo Espanto
8 / 10
Cayo Espanto Island, San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize
From $0 /night
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Pool
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Oyster Oyster
Luxury
"Opened in 1998 and located on a private island near Ambergris Caye, the luxury Cayo Espanto's seven air-conditioned villas have wraparound porches, private docks, and ocean-view plunge pools." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Just three miles from San Pedro, the secluded Cayo Espanto private island resort has seven villas, each with private beach access and a personal houseman." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith Mr & Mrs Smith
"Cast three miles off the Belizian coast, Cayo Espanto is a hyper-luxurious hideaway of butler-serviced villas with just seven exclusive villas on a private island trimmed with white sand beaches." Full review
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Our request as usual is met with the customary ‘no problem’.
Hideaway Report Hideaway Report
94.0
"Hideaway on private four-acre islet, 10 minutes by boat from Ambergris Caye." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Billed as ‘a private island,’ this ultimate romantic retreat boasts seven delightful villas, each designed for maximum privacy and panoramic views." Full review
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