Belize Travel & Tourism

Belize offers visitors a unique combination of lush jungles, blue seascapes and spectacular ruins all within a relatively compact area. Belize City is the country’s largest city and urban area, a testament to the exquisite culture and ethnic diversity abound. The city hosts everything from slums to colorful colonial houses and promises an exciting visit, but is often forgotten amidst Belize’s natural attractions. The Crooked Tree Wildlife Sanctuary offers die-hard birders and cultural enthusiasts a one of a kind experience. This sanctuary offers visitors an eye-opening array of migrating birds which can be viewed from walking trails, boardwalks or boats. Visitors keen to explore mysterious Mayan ruins can visit the notorious site Altun Ha, located just 34 miles north of Belize City. The city once held roughly 10,000 inhabitants at its peak, making it a testament to Mayan civilization. While the city spans a startling 1,500 acres, visitors can stroll through a limited ceremonial precinct, which includes Temple of the Green Tomb and Temple of the Mason Altars. The Northern Cays offer a spectacular opportunity for tourists to explore the wonders of the Caribbean Sea. A barrier reef stretched for 80 miles off the coast of Belize, offering a wealth of undersea sightseeing for divers and snorkelers. The adventurous tourist can also visit the country’s array of caves and canyons along Belize’s coast. Those looking for a more relaxing stay can enjoy being pampered at one of the resorts featured at Ambergris Caye. This caye—or island—is significantly more developed than other cayes in Belize. The southern reaches of Ambergris Caye are adorned with ritzy resorts and gated retirement communities. Nearby San Pedro is still a laid-back island town, featuring sandy streets and bars dotting the beaches. Snorkelers can delight in the fact that the infamous barrier reef is just half of a mile east of San Pedro.


Worldwide Tourism Popularity Ranking: 78 of 230


Air Travel

  • Number of Arriving Passengers: 245000

Hotels & Lodging

  • Quality of Lodging: Good (4.4 of 5)
  • Number of Hotels: 195
 

Purpose of Visit

  • Business Trip: 3%
  • Family Vacation: 19%
  • Couples Getaway: 60%
  • Friends Trip: 13%
  • Solo Travel: 5%
 

Top Vacation Destinations in Belize

Most popular cities in Belize in terms of percentage of visitors and number of hotels:

  • San Pedro

    Popularity: 1 | 41.54% Visitors | 50 Hotels

  • San Ignacio

    Popularity: 2 | 12.72% Visitors | 20 Hotels

  • Placencia

    Popularity: 3 | 12.07% Visitors | 19 Hotels

  • Hopkins

    Popularity: 4 | 7.8% Visitors | 13 Hotels

  • Caye Caulker

    Popularity: 5 | 5.09% Visitors | 15 Hotels

  • Belize City

    Popularity: 6 | 4.04% Visitors | 16 Hotels

  • Punta Gorda

    Popularity: 7 | 3.66% Visitors | 13 Hotels

  • Dangriga

    Popularity: 8 | 2.92% Visitors | 12 Hotels

  • Belmopan

    Popularity: 9 | 2.79% Visitors | 9 Hotels

  • Corozal Town

    Popularity: 10 | 1.89% Visitors | 9 Hotels

  • Orange Walk

    Popularity: 11 | 1.88% Visitors | 8 Hotels

  • Benque Viejo Del Carmen

    Popularity: 12 | 1.39% Visitors | 3 Hotels

  • Caye Chapel

    Popularity: 13 | 0.61% Visitors | 1 Hotels

  • Maskall

    Popularity: 14 | 0.51% Visitors | 1 Hotels

  • Tobacco Caye

    Popularity: 15 | 0.48% Visitors | 3 Hotels

  • St Georges Caye

    Popularity: 16 | 0.44% Visitors | 2 Hotels

  • South Water Caye

    Popularity: 17 | 0.17% Visitors | 1 Hotels

 

Top Belize Hotels

  • 1
    Mystic River Resort
    Mile 6 Cristo Rey Road, San Ignacio
    99% recommended | 158 reviews
  • 2
    The Phoenix Resort
    Pescador Drive, San Pedro
    100% recommended | 178 reviews
  • 3
    Mariposa Jungle Lodge
    San Antonio Road, San Ignacio
    100% recommended | 71 reviews
  • 4
    Hopkins Inn
    , Hopkins
    100% recommended | 20 reviews
  • 5
    Hamanasi Adventure and Dive Resort
    Hopkins/Sittee River Road, Hopkins
    99% recommended | 517 reviews
  • 6
    All Seasons Guest House
    Main Street, Hopkins
    99% recommended | 49 reviews
  • 7
    Las Terrazas Resort
    Barrier Reef Drive, San Pedro
    99% recommended | 138 reviews
  • 8
    Chabil Mar
    Placencia Road, Placencia
    99% recommended | 125 reviews
  • 9
    Coco Beach Resort
    , San Pedro
    98% recommended | 222 reviews
  • 10
    Kaana Boutique Resort and Spa
    Mile 69 1/4 Benque Viejo Road, San Ignacio
    98% recommended | 114 reviews