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Pelican Beach Resort - South Water Caye vs Mayan Princess Hotel

Both hotels are praised by experts. On balance, Pelican Beach - South Water Caye scores significantly higher than Mayan Princess Hotel. Pelican Beach - South Water Caye scores 82 with recommendations from 4 reviews including The Telegraph, Travel + Leisure and Fodor's.

Pelican Beach Resort - South Water Caye
Pelican Beach Resort - South Water Caye
8 / 10
South Water Caye, Belize
From $0 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room Service
  • Restaurant
  • Family Friendly
  • Free Parking
  • Multilingual
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Travel + Leisure 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 Telegraph 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." Full review
Fodor's 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
Lonely Planet 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. " Full review
Lonely Planet 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." Full review
Mayan Princess Hotel
Mayan Princess Hotel
7 / 10
Ambergris Caye, San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize
From $125 /night
  • Free Internet
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Smoking Rooms
  • Family Friendly
  • Multilingual
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Fodor's Fodor's
"Sitting pretty and pink in the middle of town, this long-established seafront three-story condo hotel has basic but pleasant efficiencies lacking only a pool to make it a perfect mid-level choice." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Budget
"The budget Mayan Princess Hotel is a condominium-style property with an excellent beachfront location in downtown San Pedro." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Run by the very friendly Rosita May, the Hotel Maya is a long-time favorite of budget-conscious travelers." Full review