Mayan Princess Hotel

Mayan Princess Hotel Overview

First Impressions

Pulling up to Mayan Princess Hotel on Ambergris Caye, you get that immediate sense that you’ve landed somewhere genuinely relaxed — not in a neglected way, but in that easy, Caribbean-island kind of way. The property has a warm, unpretentious feel that honestly suits San Pedro perfectly. It’s a three-star hotel, but the vibe punches above that rating in ways that matter when you’re actually on vacation.

Location & Neighborhood

The location here is, well, kind of hard to beat. Ambergris Caye is already one of those places that feels like a reward just for showing up, and the hotel sits right in the thick of what makes San Pedro worth visiting. Guests have rated the location a 9.5, and I’d say that tracks — you’re close to the water, close to the local restaurants and bars along the main strip, and close enough to the reef that getting out to snorkel or dive doesn’t feel like a whole production. Couples especially seem to love it here, with a location score of 9.8 for two-person trips, which makes sense — there’s something about this spot that just lends itself to that slower, more connected kind of travel.

The Rooms

The rooms at Mayan Princess Hotel are comfortable and thoughtfully set up — you get what you need without a lot of unnecessary fuss. Expect decent space, solid air conditioning (which, trust me, you’ll appreciate in Belize), and that general sense that someone actually thought about what a traveler needs after a day out on the water. It’s not flashy, but it’s clean, it’s functional, and it feels like a proper base for exploring the island rather than just a place to crash.

The Beach & Surroundings

One thing about Ambergris Caye — the whole island is essentially built around the water, and staying at Mayan Princess Hotel means you’re never far from it. The Caribbean here has that almost absurd shade of blue-green that looks fake in photos but is somehow even better in person. San Pedro itself is a small town, easy to navigate on foot or by golf cart (the local way to get around), and the hotel’s position means you can wander out and find good food, cold drinks, and friendly locals without much effort at all.

Why Guests Love It

Honestly, the overall rating of 8.9 tells you something real about this place — it’s not a hotel people feel lukewarm about. The combination of a genuinely great location, a relaxed atmosphere, and staff that seem to actually care makes a difference. I mean, you’re in Belize, on one of the most beautiful islands in Central America — the hotel doesn’t need to be over-the-top to work. Mayan Princess Hotel gets the fundamentals right, and for a lot of travelers, especially those coming here for the reef, the water, and the laid-back island life, that’s exactly what they’re looking for.

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Reviews of Mayan Princess Hotel

• Cath from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Amazing sea view from our balcony and the staff were so so friendly and couldn’t do enough for you

• Miranda from United States (9/10)

  After a long travel day getting to San Pedro and getting off the water taxi it was so convenient that the hotel is a few second walk to get to!
  Room was clean, the most comfortable bed I’ve had in a hotel room, the ladies that work the front desk are friendly and helpful!

• Rosita from United States (9/10)

  The location and the staff helpfulness

• Mcanea from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Lovely, well appointed room. Staff friendly and let us leave our luggage in locker for awhile.

• Jonathan from United States (9/10)

  The room and balcony view was great. It felt like a nice and comfortable studio apartment. The rooms always smelled clean and fresh everytime they were cleaned and the staff were super friendly

• I from Belize (9/10)

  The Staff Was Super Friendy and Helps Us With all our needs and wants, treated our little family with much love and welcoming atmosphere!

• Amanda from United States (9/10)

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• Serena from United States (9/10)

  Perfect location, beautiful views! This hotel is a 2 minute walk from the water taxi. It sits right on the beach and has stunning views of the ocean and piers. The most popular restaurants are all within a 5 minute walk. The room was large, and they placed an extra bed for a 3rd guest – and even then, we had room to spare! The balcony was also large and extremely comfortable. Overall delightful stay!

• Ana from United States (9/10)

  The location right on the beach was great. We also really appreciated the 5 gallon jug of water that came with the room.

• Soojin from Canada (8/10)

  Really great location in the heart of San Pedro. Everything you could want or need is a short walk away. Super friendly and helpful staff as well. We loved lounging in the hammock on the balcony after our days out. Suite was spacious and clean.

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