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Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel

2.0 star property
Beachfront paradise on Ambergris Caye where travelers can lounge by two outdoor pools or enjoy meals at the on-site restaurant just steps from their rooms

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Sandbar Beachfront Hostel & Restaurant on Ambergris Caye offers a relaxed atmosphere. Guests can enjoy coffee, dry cleaning services, and dine at the restaurant for any meal. The property features two outdoor pools with sun loungers for unwinding.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Panoramic Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Beach View

8.8 out of 10
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(5 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Shared Dormitory, Balcony (2)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
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  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

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  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

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  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Shared Dormitory

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Premium Quadruple Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in San Pedro, Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel is on the beach. Boca del Rio and Cypress Garden are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Belize Barrier Reef and Mexico Rocks. Don't miss out on a visit to GoFish Belize. Scuba diving, snorkeling, and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our San Pedro travel guide
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7 Boca Del Rio Dr, San Pedro, Ambergris Caye

What's nearby

  • San Pedro Central Park
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • San Pedro Church
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • San Pedro Town Hall
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Belize Chocolate Company
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • GoFish Belize
    11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • San Pedro (SPR-John Greif II)
    2 min drive

Restaurants

  • Elvi's Kitchen
    8 min walk
  • Briana's Deli
    7 min walk
  • Palapa Bar & Grill
    1 min walk
  • Sandbar
    1 min walk
  • TackleBox Bar and Grill
    7 min walk

About this property

Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel

Hostel near Belize Barrier Reef
Located close to San Pedro Church and GoFish Belize, Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel provides free continental breakfast, a poolside bar, and a terrace. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, Sandbar, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • A water dispenser, a front-desk safe, and luggage storage
  • Outdoor furniture, concierge services, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel offer thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Showers and free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate dining areas, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Sandbar

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - midnight
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children 13 and younger are not allowed at this property from January to December; the rest of the year they are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Children 13 years old and younger are not permitted from January to December
Guests under 14 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool

Property is also known as

Sandbar Beachfront Hostel San Pedro
Sandbar Beachfront Hostel
Sandbar Beachfront San Pedro
Sandbar Beachfront
Sandbar Beachfront Hostel & Restaurant Belize/San Pedro
Sandbar Beachfront Hostel & Restaurant San Pedro

Frequently asked questions

Does Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel located?

Nestled on the beach, this San Pedro hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Belize Barrier Reef, Boca del Rio, and San Pedro Church. GoFish Belize and Belize Chocolate Company are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 190 out of 277 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 61 out of 277 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 277 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 277 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 277 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ocean view/ good restaurant on site/
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Accommodations were superb. Stayed on 3rd floor with ocean view. Staff was top-notch. Room was very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay at the Sandbar! I have stayed here numerous times over the years and always enjoy the rooms, staff, amenities, and great food, including complimentary continental breakfast each morning! Thank You ALL!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Parisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, great location, good breakfast, amazing hotel to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sunita

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My private room with a balcony was comfortable and clean. Loved the continental breakfast which included papaya and watermelon, coffee, pastries and cereal. The bar was a great place to hang for a drink in the evenings. I connected with various travelers, booked a snorkeling trip to Hol Chan and shark alley and did a sunset catamaran cruise. I will likely return to Belize and stay at Sandbar.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes, staff was great, room clean and comfortable
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and common areas very good, room small
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simone

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great people! Location! Facilities!
Rooftop view
Rooftop pool
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josephine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Staff friendly and helpful. Beautiful ocean front view. The rooftop pool is amazing.
Rooftop pool view
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was nice. The food at the restaurant was just so-so. The have paddle boards you can use for free. Room was nice.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great! All staff members from front desk to bartenders and servers to housekeeping were all very welcoming, and courteous,
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was gorgeous. The staff was wonderful. Fellow travelers became friends. I had an awesome stay! ❤️ 100% would stay again and will recommend.!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place to stay. They provide free paddleboarding, washing machine + dryer. Have a rooftop lounge and bar, and a restaurant right next to it. And the price quality is incredible. Definitely a 10/10. The only thing they could do to improve is organizing afternoon/night activities to go to bars and socialize, but the WhatsApp group is also useful for it.
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness
The room was okay—very small, but it had everything we needed. The staff were great and very attentive. The downstairs common area where everyone hangs out and the hallways didn’t smell very good, which was a downside. Other than that, it was an okay place to stay. I would stay again; I’d just bring some Febreze. I’m big on smells.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, good service
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mellissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This place is great! I meet so many awesome people. The beds are super comfortable!! Definitely the best hostel beds I've ever slept in. And, ALLEN, at the front desk, IS ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! So are the bartenders at the attached bar/restaurant. Fyi, you will probably like Caye Caulker way more. But the hostels are terrible on that island. So I stayed here and ferried over to Caye Caulker.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and thoughtfully appointed. We don’t spend a lot of time in the room but the hotel has a great bar and restaurant. We had WiFi and a smart tv that we watched our Netflix on when we were ready for bed. Staff was friendly, other guests were respectful. Pool area is amazing as is the location and the view. Don’t let “hostel” scare you - if you just need a clean, comfortable room to sleep and shower this is perfect! Private room had a queen bed and was about the size of a standard bedroom at home with a decent sized en suite. Stepped out on a little balcony space with chairs and a table and had a fabulous view of the water as well. Lots of stairs though and no elevator so be prepared if that’s not your thing!
Right outside the property
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dr Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in an 8 woman bunk room. Beds were comfortable and it was pretty quiet except for one woman who snored one night. Bathrooms were very clean, hot water, outlets. Appreciated the WhatsApp messaging that allowed us to team up to partake in day events like snorkeling and Secret Beach. Greatly benefited from the free washer and dryer. About a 7 minute walk to the Caribbean Sprinter water taxi. The attached Sandbar Bar and Grill was fabulous. Will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room and viewsvare amazing especially the rooftop pool. Great staff!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed at Sandbar for 4 days and 3 nights. The experience was absolutely amazing, great rooms and awesome facilities. The rooftop pool was excellent and the view from the roof was breathtaking. We are definitely staying there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
HIGHLY recommended. perfect location for almost everything. staff are super friendly and helpful. restaurant next door serves amazing food. free laundry facilities were a bonus. will definitely stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Xiomarie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, safe area. Was able to walk to mostv places in the island. Friendly and helpfull staff.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Moina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Doug Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Newly renovated so there’s a few old pics if you’re looking on Google. 3rd story private room was nice and clean, ice cold AC. No elevator, no ac in halls, stairwells or main lobby. Nice view from the shared balcony. There’s a great restaurant/bar on the dock right in front of the hotel, very convenient.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Antwaun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Allen was the property manager that addressed all of our concerns and insured that our entire stay was fun and well coordinated, he was very knowledgeable, friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025