Mata Rocks ResortvsPelican Beach Resort - South Water Caye
Both hotels are rated highly by professional reviewers. On balance, Pelican Beach - South Water Caye scores significantly better than Mata Rocks Resort. Pelican Beach - South Water Caye comes in at #7 in Belize with positive reviews from 4 reviews such as Lonely Planet, Fodor's and Travel + Leisure.
Mata Rocks Resort
Fodor's
Oyster
Lonely Planet Fodor's
Afar Magazine
45 Coconut Drive, PO Box 47, San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize
From $165/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Smoking Rooms
Fodor's "The squeaky-clean rooms at this intimate, midlevel hotel right on a nice stretch of beach, about a 30-minute walk or 10-minute bike ride from town, have sea views and breezes." Full review
Oyster Mid-Range
"Mata Rocks Resort is a mid-range property located on the southern end of Ambergris Caye, about a 10-minute golf cart ride from San Pedro Town." Full review
Lonely Planet "Modern and minimalist, this intimate 17-room hotel features contemporary design with hardwood or tile floors, stucco walls and high ceilings." Full review
Fodor's "A bright white building, giving the impression of a ship at sea, houses stylish rooms at this friendly boutique hotel south of San Pedro. The fresh, squeaky-clean rooms have beautiful..." Full review
Afar Magazine "Head south of town to the tiny beach bar at Mata Rocks Resort. Squirrel’s Nest is a peaceful spot to enjoy a few cocktails while taking in views of Belize’s well-renowned Barrier Reef...." Full review
Pelican Beach Resort - South Water Caye
Travel + Leisure
The Telegraph Fodor's
Frommer's Lonely Planet Lonely Planet Fodor's
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." Full review
The Telegraph5.0
"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." Full review
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." Full review
Frommer's "Operated by the folks at the Pelican Beach Resort in Dangriga, this isolated island getaway is one of the best-run little resorts on these little cayes" Full review
Lonely Planet "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 PlanetTop 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." Full review
Fodor's "Steps from one of the country's best beaches sits this former convent turned serene island retreat, a pioneer in Belizean eco-tourism since 1971. Run by the old-line Bowman family,..." Full review
