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Ramon's Village ResortvsMatachica Resort
Both Ramon's Village Resort and Matachica Resort & Spa are recommended by expert writers. Overall, Matachica Resort & Spa ranks significantly better than Ramon's Village Resort. Matachica Resort & Spa ranks #2 in Belize with positive reviews from 5 sources including Oyster, Mr & Mrs Smith and Fodor's.
Ramon's Village Resort
The Telegraph
Fodor's
Oyster
Lonely Planet
Coconut Drive, San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize
From $170/night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
The Telegraph8.0
"Inspired by the South Pacific island of Bora Bora, this self-contained sanctuary on Ambergris Caye has its own white-sand beach, dive centre and spa." Full review
Fodor's "One of the first and most famous resorts on the island, Ramon's really is a village, with its many buildings paneled in furry palmetto and canopied footpaths that you can get lost in." Full review
Oyster Upper-middle-range
"The upper-middle-range Ramon’s Village Resort is the only resort-style property in the town of San Pedro, offering both resort amenities and easy access to local venues." Full review
Lonely Planet "Guests love the exotic, faux-jungle setting at this luxurious beach resort with a giant Maya mask known as 'Rey Ramon' overlooking the grounds." 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
