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Banana Beach ResortvsMatachica Resort
Both properties are recommended by those who travel for a living. On balance, Matachica Resort & Spa scores significantly better than Banana Beach Resort. Matachica Resort & Spa comes in at 87 with accolades from 5 publications including Lonely Planet, Oyster and Fodor's.
Banana Beach Resort
Oyster
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Coconut Drive, PO Box 94, San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize
From $94/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Oyster Budget
"Banana Beach Resort is a 62-room two-and-a-half-pearl property on the southern end of Ambergris Caye that’s seen better days." Full review
Fodor's "A throwback to days before pillow menus and baffling body scrubs, laid-back Banana Beach is a friendly, casual, though time-worn hotel that's much cheaper than some spots on the island." Full review
Lonely Planet "This place may be too motel-like for some tastes and could certainly do with some cosmetic work, but while it is not elegant, it's reasonable value considering the waterside location." Full review
Matachica Resort
Travel + Leisure
Mr & Mrs Smith Fodor's Oyster Travel + Leisure
Frommer's Lonely Planet
Beachfront, 5 Miles North of San Pedro, San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Travel + Leisure "Laid-back Ambergris Cay is just a 20-minute flight from gritty Belize City, but a world apart." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith " From a distance, the colourful crop of sea-facing palapas at Matachica hotel in Belize resembles a tray of inviting tropical drinks topped with tiny umbrellas." Full review
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Lounge by the freshwater infinity pool or make your way to the cool sanctuary that is the Jade Spa. You’ll be sure to find your favourite sunny nook or palm-tree shaded hideout (several, even) ….
Fodor's "Thatch casitas in shades of mango, banana, and blueberry offset by brilliant white sand give this deluxe beachfront resort a Gauguin-like quality." Full review
Oyster Upscale
"Arguably the swankiest resort on Ambergris Caye, the four-pearl Matachica Resort & Spa excels at combining Belizean charm with modern opulence." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Located five miles north of San Pedro Town, adults-only (16 and older) Matachica offers 32 individual casitas, villas, bungalows, and suites with sea and garden views, thatched roofs, patios, and hammocks"
Frommer's "Rooms boast sculptures, ceramics, and paintings from around the world. Every lodging here is a private bungalow or villa, and all can be considered junior suites or better." Full review
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Guests must be 16 or older.
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Vying for the title of 'swankiest resort,' Matachica is extravagant, exotic and eclectic." Full review
