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Matachica ResortvsCayeReef
Both Matachica Resort & Spa and CayeReef are recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Matachica Resort & Spa is the choice of most writers compared to CayeReef. Matachica Resort & Spa ranks #2 in Belize with praise from 5 sources including Oyster, Travel + Leisure and Mr & Mrs Smith.
Matachica Resort
Travel + Leisure
Mr & Mrs Smith
Fodor's
Oyster Travel + Leisure 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"
Travel + Leisure "Located five miles north of San Pedro Town, Matachica offers 32 individual casitas, villas, bungalows, and suites with sea and garden views, thatched roofs, patios, and hammocks. A..."
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
CayeReef Fodor's Lonely Planet
Front St, Caribbean Seashore, Caye Caulker, Belize
From $0/night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Concierge
- Pool
- Free Parking
Fodor's "CayeReef Condos are among the most upmarket and spacious digs on the island, especially for families or couples traveling together." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"The six apartments at Caye Reef have been designed with the utmost attention to detail – from the original artwork hanging on the walls to the swinging hammocks hanging on the private balconies." Full review
