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Pelican Beach Resort - South Water Caye vs Thatch Caye, A Muy'Ono Resort

Both Pelican Beach - South Water Caye and Thatch Caye Resort are endorsed by professionals. On balance, Pelican Beach - South Water Caye ranks slightly higher than Thatch Caye Resort. Pelican Beach - South Water Caye is ranked #7 in Belize with accolades from 4 publications such as Travel + Leisure, The Telegraph and Lonely Planet.

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
Thatch Caye, A Muy'Ono Resort
Thatch Caye, A Muy'Ono Resort
7 / 10
9 miles off the coast - South Water Marine Reserve | Cocoplum Chain, Coco Plum Cay, Belize
From $139 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Free Breakfast
  • Concierge
  • Restaurant
  • Smoking Rooms
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Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Private island paradise off the coast of south-central Belize for divers, nature lovers and seclusion seekers." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"Thatch Caye is all about you and your private island vacation, so you can head out for a day of fishing, diving, sea kayaking, or snorkeling and return to supremely comfortable accommodations." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The most luxurious of the South Caye private island resorts, Thatch Caye has 13 beautiful thatched-roof, air-conditioned cabañas built from local hardwoods and set on stilts over the ocean." Full review