Mata Rocks ResortvsXanadu Island Resort
Mata Rocks Resort and Xanadu Island Resort are both endorsed by professional travelers. On balance, Xanadu Island Resort ranks significantly better than Mata Rocks Resort. Xanadu Island Resort is ranked #6 in Belize with recommendations from 4 sources such as Travel + Leisure, Oyster and Fodor's.
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
"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
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
"Modern and minimalist, this intimate 17-room hotel features contemporary design with hardwood or tile floors, stucco walls and high ceilings." Full review
"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
"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
Xanadu Island Resort
Oyster
Travel + Leisure
Fodor's
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
Fodor's
Sea Grape Drive, P.O. Box 109, San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize
From $330/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Smoking Rooms
Mid-Range
"Xanadu Island Resort is a simple, relaxed property with 20 spacious units resting on a pretty stretch of beach along Ambergris Caye, minutes from central San Pedro." Full review
"Near the tip of Ambergris Cay, a 25-mile-long island off the northeastern coast of Belize, Xanadu Island Resort is set along a gorgeous stretch of white sand." Full review
"A lovely resort that's eco-minded, relaxed, just a short walk to town, and without the pageantry of some upscale resorts." Full review
"There are studios, single-bedrooms and two- and three-bedroom units available. The resort has a long pier jutting into the ocean, with a wonderful swimming platform at the end." Full review
"If being surrounded by greenery is a priority, it's hard to beat this resort set in lush tropical gardens alive with bird song." Full review
"A lovely refuge that's eco-minded, relaxed, and just a short walk to town, Xanadu lacks the pageantry of some upscale resorts but draws repeat guests year after year. Upon arriving, you..." Full review