X’tan Ha- The Waterfront

X’tan Ha- The Waterfront Overview

First Impressions

Pulling up to X’tan Ha- The Waterfront, the first thing you notice is the water — it’s just right there, practically at your feet. San Pedro has no shortage of places to stay, but this three-star property has something a lot of the bigger spots don’t: a genuinely calm, unhurried feel that hits you the moment you arrive. It’s not flashy, and honestly that’s kind of the point. You get the sense pretty quickly that this place was designed for people who actually want to be present somewhere, not just pass through.

Location & Neighborhood

Sitting about 7 miles north of the main town, X’tan Ha- The Waterfront is far enough from the bustle of San Pedro to feel like a proper escape, but not so remote that you’re stranded. The stretch of coast up here is quieter, the water tends to be calmer, and you’re not fighting crowds for a spot on the dock. I mean, if you want to walk to a dozen souvenir shops, this isn’t your place — but if you want to actually hear the ocean, it absolutely is. Couples in particular seem to gravitate toward this end of the island, and it’s easy to see why.

The Setting & Rooms

The waterfront access is the real draw here, and the property makes good use of it. Rooms facing the water give you that soft morning light over the Caribbean — the kind of thing that makes you want to wake up early, which is not something I say lightly. The accommodations are comfortable and well-kept, sort of that sweet spot between simple and thoughtful. Nothing over-engineered, just what you need, done right.

The Vibe for Couples

This is genuinely one of those places that works especially well if you’re traveling as a pair. There’s a quietness to the property that lends itself to slow mornings, long swims, and evenings where you’re not really doing anything in particular — and that’s the whole idea. Guests who’ve stayed here as couples consistently rate it among the best experiences on the island, which tracks with what the place actually feels like. It’s not trying to entertain you every second; it’s giving you space to just be somewhere beautiful together. You know what I mean — some places get that right and some don’t, and this one does.

Why Guests Love It

Honestly, the rating this place carries — a 9 out of 10 — isn’t surprising once you’ve spent a bit of time here. It’s the kind of score that comes from a hotel consistently doing the right things: a location that genuinely delivers, staff that seem to actually care, and an atmosphere that doesn’t feel manufactured. San Pedro has options at every price point, but X’tan Ha- The Waterfront sits in a comfortable spot where the value feels real and the experience feels personal. If you’re planning a trip to Belize and want somewhere that rewards slowing down, this is worth putting at the top of your list.

X’tan Ha- The Waterfront Accommodations

Reviews of X’tan Ha- The Waterfront

• Sheidzbz from Belize (9/10)

  Beautiful , clean and quiet resort. The rooms were beautiful, the beds were comfortable and the property was well maintained. Perfect for a family stay, we traveled with my 4 year old who thoroughly enjoyed the pool. The beach bar was amazing. Highly recommend this little gem.

• Darrell from Canada (9/10)

  Beautiful grounds, and we appreciated the perfect distance from town!

• Angela from United States (9/10)

  The customer service was outstanding! From check-in to check-out, the staff was always available and very helpful with arranging our transportation via golf cart and with arrival and departure. The property is well kept and not too busy or noisy.

• Wieringa from United States (9/10)

  The area, facility, and people are awesome

• Wendy (8/10)

  Responsive and communicative staff. Very helpful. Loved feeding iguanas.

• Fabio from France (9/10)

  We stayed three nights here during April and had a great time. The hotel is around 20-30 minutes drive from San Pedro and therefore really quiet. The hotel sits between two undeveloped pieces of land, which helps keeping it that way.
  
  Due to the reef being around 1km in front of the hotel beach, the water here is very quiet and calm but you can still hear the waves while sitting under the palm trees (with the coconuts removed, no issues to sit under them), super nice and relaxing!
  
  We had one of the pool facing casitas and they were comfortable enough. The kitchen was very well equipped, with a huge fridge and all necessary appliances to cook. Useful, since we didn't book the breakfast option due to the price. But since grocery shopping is very expensive on the island (50 USD for a bit of bacon, 4 cups of iced coffee, 1 pack of spread and a pack of 4 muffins), it might be worth adding the breakfast.
  
  The hotel has 2 large pools and the beach with nice loungers available at all times. All areas were well maintained and inviting.

• Latasha from United States (9/10)

  It was a beautiful resort. The people there were super friendly. We loved Alex at the bar and Reuben at the restaurant. The Casita was sooo much room. The beach being right there was a huge plus

• Jade from United States (9/10)

  The staff was amazing and helpful. The grounds were well maintained by friendly people. It was beautiful and peaceful. We can’t wait to visit again soon.

• Danielle from United States (8/10)

  The view from our room, laid back vibe, very chill, friendly staff.

• Ru from United States (9/10)

  The location is about 40 min by golf cart from the ferry in SanPedro downtown. The property itself is very nice and quiet, small but private beach. bar on the waterfront. Rooms were good, kitchen had everything you need. No issues with AC or drinking water (available in the room). We were able to take the snorkeling excursion from this location itself, did not have to go to downtown. Nice calm water, not too deep, perfect for small kids as well. Saw fish and crabs in the shallow water rt off the beach. 2 swimming pools.
  There is a restaurant on site, menu is very limited but good food, fresh juice etc. The service is very slow so be prepared to wait atleast 45 min if you dont go rt when it opens. They have limited staff. There are other resort restaurants about 15-20 min drive by golfcart.
  Room service is good. Everyone was very helpful. We enjoyed our stay. If you are looking for peace and quiet, this would be the place.

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