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X'tan Ha Resort vs Pelican Beach Resort - South Water Caye

X'tan Ha Resort and Pelican Beach - South Water Caye are both endorsed by professional travelers. On balance, Pelican Beach - South Water Caye scores significantly higher than X'tan Ha Resort. Pelican Beach - South Water Caye comes in at #7 in Belize with positive reviews from 4 reviewers like Lonely Planet, Fodor's and The Telegraph.

X'tan Ha Resort
X'tan Ha Resort
7 / 10
PO Box 1, 7.2 Miles North, San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize
From $117 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Restaurant
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Oyster Oyster
Mid-Range
"The oceanfront, three-pearl X’Tan Ha Resort has one of Ambergris Caye’s best beaches: It’s well maintained, great for swimming, and features water volleyball as well." Full review
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"A beachy villa near the world’s second-largest barrier reef, with a welcome drink, transfers and more." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Fronted by a fine stretch of white sand this low-key resort features neat wooden cabañas trimmed with bright colors." Full review
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