El Pescador ResortvsMaxhapan Cabanas
Both properties are rated highly by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, El Pescador Resort scores significantly better than Maxhapan Cabanas. El Pescador Resort has a TripExpert Score of 82 with recommendations from 4 sources such as Travel + Leisure, Oyster and Lonely Planet.
El Pescador Resort
PO Box 17, 2.6 miles north, San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Travel + Leisure
"Located just a few miles north of the isle’s busy tourist town of San Pedro, the resort is made up of a two-story mahogany colonial lodge and three-bedroom, three-bath luxury villas." Full review
Fodor's
"Nearly every hotel on Ambergris Caye claims that it can arrange fishing trips, but this resort really has the best angling resources, plus plenty to do for companions with other passions (half the guests are snorkelers and divers)." Full review
Oyster
Mid-Range
"El Pescador Resort is a family-owned fishing lodge that has operated on Ambergris Caye since 1974." Full review
Lonely Planet
"With the atmosphere of a charming old-time fishing lodge and amenities of a luxury hotel, this 42-acre property is a sweet retreat for anglers and adventurers." Full review
Maxhapan Cabanas
55 Avenue Pueblo Nuevo, Caye Caulker, Belize
From $0/night
- Free Internet
- Free Parking
- Air Conditioning
- Beach
- Flatscreen TV
- Refrigerator
Fodor's
"This little spot is in the center of the village and not on the water, but it makes up for it by being neat and clean and a fine value, and set in a small, shady, sandy garden." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Maxhapan has just three sweet, yellow cabañas clustered around a sandy yard complete with an elevated palapa with hammocks and a bring-your-own bar, where guests can gather. " Full review