"Kinga was the most welcoming of hosts, she is creating a little patch of paradise and the cabana that we stayed in was blissful. Clean, comfortable, and with the most exquisite views to wake up to. Sad we were only there for one night, I could have stayed a month, thank you so much Kinga for your wonderful hospitality xx"
"Kinga was the most welcoming of hosts, she is creating a little patch of paradise and the cabana that we stayed in was blissful. Clean, comfortable, and with the most exquisite views to wake up to. Sad we were only there for one night, I could have stayed a month, thank you so much Kinga for your wonderful hospitality xx"
"The host family was beyond welcoming...above and beyond every turn, and genuinely kind people. If you want to call this place "glamping", okay but as a veteran glamper, this much more. We enjoyed every minute."
"The host family was beyond welcoming...above and beyond every turn, and genuinely kind people. If you want to call this place "glamping", okay but as a veteran glamper, this much more. We enjoyed every minute."
"Our stay at the Dock House was definitely more GLAMPing than camping. We had a great breeze which allowed for us to sleep with the windows open and no mosquito net needed. The bed was the most comfortable bed we have experienced in Belize. (We have been traveling to Belize for years and typically stay in places under $200/night). We had breakfast both mornings and really enjoyed it! Very peaceful 2 days up north. 10/10 recommend!"
"Our stay at the Dock House was definitely more GLAMPing than camping. We had a great breeze which allowed for us to sleep with the windows open and no mosquito net needed. The bed was the most comfortable bed we have experienced in Belize. (We have been traveling to Belize for years and typically stay in places under $200/night). We had breakfast both mornings and really enjoyed it! Very peaceful 2 days up north. 10/10 recommend!"
"Excellent hospitality. The staff was so generous and welcoming. I even stayed longer because I loved the place and the Welcoming people ! Excellent location too ! Staff helped with everything I needed and was a very cozy and enjoyable stay."
"Excellent hospitality. The staff was so generous and welcoming. I even stayed longer because I loved the place and the Welcoming people ! Excellent location too ! Staff helped with everything I needed and was a very cozy and enjoyable stay."
"We had a wonderful stay! The staff was amazing from start to finish, and Terri, the concierge, was incredibly responsive and helpful with anything we needed throughout our trip. The location was fantastic - close to great restaurants. We especially loved having access to the private beach. Overall, an excellent experience and we’d definitely come back!"
"We had a wonderful stay! The staff was amazing from start to finish, and Terri, the concierge, was incredibly responsive and helpful with anything we needed throughout our trip. The location was fantastic - close to great restaurants. We especially loved having access to the private beach. Overall, an excellent experience and we’d definitely come back!"
"Truly an incredible stay. The staff was out of this world, Jaime made wonderful food every day. Would go back here in a heartbeat and truly hope we can soon! "
"Truly an incredible stay. The staff was out of this world, Jaime made wonderful food every day. Would go back here in a heartbeat and truly hope we can soon! "
"The house was perfect! Private and relaxing and only a 3minute golf cart ride from the stunning, amazing Secret Beach. Our host was great and Franz was the best!!! We will definitely recommend and stay again."
"The house was perfect! Private and relaxing and only a 3minute golf cart ride from the stunning, amazing Secret Beach. Our host was great and Franz was the best!!! We will definitely recommend and stay again."
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"Me and my boyfriend had a GREAT stay here. From the breakfast and coffee in the mornings to the stunning views . Rona is very amazing, accommodating and patient . We have found our home away from home and will definitely be staying here every time we come and visit."
Private Beachfront Villa w/ Chef,Pool, Toys,Golfcart| Full-Service Belize Escape
10/10 Excellent
"Overall a good stay. Really appreciated the attention of Carlos, Lucita, and Azyer. Early mornings and night fishing on the palapa are not to be missed. The meals Lucita prepared were local and delicious. "
"Very hard to report this, but the property was uninhabitable when we were there.. High-level - there was area-wide sargassum inundation. This is not unusual. Low-level - the management's choice of how to deal with the situation in their particular bay (or not deal with it), was/is pitiful.
Facts:
• We had a 4 night stay booked - had to leave early.
• The resort was vacant. There were maybe 5-10 other people total, which I assume was due to the situation (smell).
• We stayed the night we arrived because we had activities booked the next day. We did those activities all day, came back to resort to stay one more night, and left next day.
• The staff was amazing!! They went out of their way to attempt to help us find peace in that insane situation. I'm certain they would like their management to attack the problem more proactively, and also they have no control over it.
• We transited the coastline 4 times, and witnessed other resorts and beaches that were clear, or had MORE active clearing work underway. Reef Haven's clearing activity was non-existent. One guy in the water with a rake and a mask ....not good enough.
• I'm certain that with approval, I could fix their issue in 3 days. I'd bring 3 boats of guys from San Pedro 3 days in a row, put them up in the resort overnight, and we'd clear the beach.
• The rotting sargassum is toxic once it starts producing hurdrogen sulfide. We had to shelter in our room / apartment, with towels at the door threshold.
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"Snorkeling right there great! Fishing excellent too. Kayaks, fish poles, snorkeling gear all free to use.
Staff hospitality unbeatable!
The service wonderful.
They even arranged puddle jumper plane and boat transfer so fun and snorkeling trip!"
"⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Peaceful, Relaxing Stay – Highly Recommend
Pros:
* Quiet, laid-back atmosphere (never crowded)
* Clean, spacious rooms with very comfortable beds
* Strong WiFi throughout the property
* Two clean, well-maintained pools
* Friendly, responsive staff (easy communication via WhatsApp)
* On-site restaurant with great options (pizza, octopus, burgers, breakfast)
* Hammocks outside rooms – perfect for relaxing
* Convenient airport shuttle (with optional grocery stop)
* Dock access for boat pickups/excursions
* Great spa services
Cons:
* Located outside the main town (golf cart needed to explore)
* Beach affected by sargassum at times (common across the island)
Summary:
X’tan Ha Resort is perfect if you’re looking for a peaceful, relaxing stay away from busy crowds. The property is well maintained, the staff is excellent, and the overall experience is stress-free and comfortable. While it’s a bit outside town, that actually adds to the quiet vibe. We’d absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it—especially for couples or anyone looking to unwind on Ambergris Caye."
"We could not stay at Hotel Martin. The room was completely unacceptable. It was dirty, stuffy and sweltering hot. The AC did not work and I have a medical condition which requires me to stay cool. To make matters worse, the door lock on our room also did not work properly and my partner got locked in the room, unable to leave until we entered the room from a hidden side door. Yikes!
The manager was not on site and not answering their phone, Thankfully someone else tried to assist us and get us a different room but that was even worse than the first. The AC in the new room still didn't work and worse, it smelled like old cigarettes, weed and destroyed dreams.
While we saw the other negative reviews we just thought they weren't that bad, the hotel was maybe a little run-down but could still be good, WE WERE WRONG. Hotel Martin has just been left to decay. There still has been no communication or refund for this atrocity of a hotel. Lesson learned. Thankfully we were able to find an available room at a nearby hotel with better reviews. That really saved our trip! Save yourself (and your soul) the same pain and skip Hotel Martin. Book ANYWHERE ELSE, so you can actually enjoy your stay in Corozal.
The one thing they didn't lie about was the view. It is right on the ocean with stairs going right down to the water. Of course, you can stay elsewhere and take those same stairs..."
"Our stay was “unBelizeable”! All of the communication leading up to our arrival was excellent. We knew exactly what to expect. Lee & team were so attentive and ensured we had everything we needed. When asked for authentic cuisine, they made recommendations of where to find the best of everything. We really enjoyed being in Secret Beach away from large crowds. The beach was almost private and offered fantastic snorkeling. My favorite part of the day was settling in for sunsets on the patio. Truly relaxing. Highly recommend."
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your budget for going out.
What is a hostel?
These dorm-style accommodations come in many shapes and sizes, but they have three main things in common, including budget prices, a social atmosphere and shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too).
What are the best hostels in Sarteneja?
Still deciding where to stay in Sarteneja? This hostel is popular: Backpackers Paradise - Property features include free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with towels, showers and bed sheets.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Sarteneja?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here's a little information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually May and August, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are January and December, with an average of 24°C. The rainiest months in Sarteneja are June, September, October and August, with each month seeing an average of 204 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Sarteneja?
Depending on how you want to spend your time, you might like to discover some places near Sarteneja. Get out into nature with places such as Shipstern Nature Reserve, Hol Chan Marine Reserve and Explanada de la Bandera. Cultural attractions include Lighthouse Museum, Museum of Maya Culture and Museo de la Ciudad. Additional attractions include Chetumal Ferry Terminal, Palacio de Gobierno and Palacio Municipal De Othon P. Blanco.
What's the best way to get to and around Sarteneja while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Sarteneja in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is Chetumal, Quintana Roo (CTM-Chetumal Intl.), 15.8 mi (25.5 km) away from the city centre. Another option is Corozal (CZH), situated 17.6 mi (28.3 km) away.