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Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel

2.0 star property
Beachfront hostel near Belize Barrier Reef

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Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Rooftop terrace
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, free WiFi
Panoramic Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Beach View | View from room
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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7 Boca Del Rio Dr, San Pedro, Ambergris Caye
  • Place, San Pedro Central Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, San Pedro Town Hall
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Belize Chocolate Company
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Pedro (SPR-John Greif II)
    ‪11 min walk‬

Room options

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Panoramic Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Beach View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, free WiFi

Panoramic Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Beach View

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

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, free WiFi

Superior Shared Dormitory, Balcony (2)

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

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

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

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, free WiFi

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, free WiFi

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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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, free WiFi

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, free WiFi

Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only

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

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Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, free WiFi

Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 397 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

San Pedro

On the beach.Your stay at this San Pedro hostel places you within a 10-minute walk of Belize Barrier Reef and Boca del Rio. San Pedro Church and GoFish Belize are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • San Pedro Central Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • San Pedro Church - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • San Pedro Town Hall - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Belize Chocolate Company - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • GoFish Belize - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Elvi's Kitchen - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Palapa Bar & Grill - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪TackleBox Bar and Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Briana's Deli - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Sandy Toes Beach Bar & Grill - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel

Beachfront hostel near Belize Barrier Reef
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this San Pedro hostel.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Lockers available
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary toiletries. Accommodations offer separate dining areas. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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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

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

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

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Children 13 years old and younger aren't allowed from January to December.

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

How close is Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel to the airport?

Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel is 0.7 mi (2-min drive) away from the San Pedro (SPR-John Greif II) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel.

How close is Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel to the beach?

This hostel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel offer free breakfast?

Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel offers free continental breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

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

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel have a pool?

Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel have a restaurant?

Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel is home to Sandbar, which features American cuisine.

Does Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel to downtown San Pedro?

Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel is 0.3 mi away from San Pedro.

Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 206 out of 294 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 62 out of 294 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 294 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 294 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 294 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

louis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
My wall bed was clean , good matress Overall the ameties are very well maintained 9/10 Staff are very attentionated to clients: 11/10 Breakfast inclused was simple but almond flour cake was excellent 9/10 Constructive comment: coffee and breaker could be at 07:30 rather than 8:00 that would be more convinient for those having early activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I’d recommend bringing an eye mask if you need complete darkness because the sun does shine through the curtains and depending on when you go, that might be at 6:45am. The walls are fairly thin, so it was loud when someone slammed a door, but to be honest, I didn’t hear nearly as much as I thought I would. We rented a private room. It was clean, AC worked well, smart TV worked. We didn’t actually use it, but the rooftop pool seemed beautiful. Every staff member we encountered was extremely helpful and kind. They even called a taxi for us when we were leaving and helped return our golf cart. If you’re looking for a non-resort option, I’d HIGHLY recommend them.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Ashley

Traveled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with partner
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

4/10 Poor

Robert

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
First, they spray your luggage when you check in with bed bug spray so you can't touch your luggage after your check in because it's wet with this chemical. When it dries, it leaves a white residue on your luggage. I touched it when I was getting into my bag and forgot it was on there. I then rubbed my eye and then my eye we burning. The staff are not very friendly or helpful. There are only 2 toilets and 3 showers for the whole floor which was not enough. The bathrooms were never cleaned and really gross. There was not any hot water. There was an air conditioner in the dorm that was set at 25 degrees. You couldn't adjust it. I asked if it could be lowered since everyone in my dorm talked about how warm it was but I was told no. The room was very stuffy since the beds are like pods and closed off so no air circulates. The room was also musty with all the wet clothes that never dried out. There were also long term guests in the dorm and they seemed to take it over. It sounded like they lived there for months at a time. One was a 70+ year old woman who had a desk and chair just for her. The room was cluttered with so much stuff because people lived there. Lastly, there was a couple next to my bed so I got to hear their foreplay all night long. They were able to book the bed this way and it was not just two beds booked and they used one. Couples shouldn't be allowed to sleep in the same bed if they are going to kiss, moan, whisper, and make sucking noises all night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at Sandbar Hostel & Hotel in a private room and had a great experience. The room was excellent value and included strong AC, a safe, large TV, private bathroom, private balcony, and clothing rack. Like many hotels in this category, the shower wasn’t fully enclosed so a bit of water splashed onto the mat, but it was very minor. The bed was comfortable (about an 8/10 for me), and the balcony was perfect for drying beach towels quickly. The rooftop patio was a highlight. Watching the sunset with a cocktail was fantastic, and Juan, the bartender, was excellent. The freshwater pool and variety of seating areas made it easy to relax. Service was outstanding. Allen at the front desk was efficient, attentive, and genuinely cared about making our stay top notch. Housekeeping was also excellent, with every clean feeling like a full reset. The attached Sandbar restaurant was reliable and open until 11:00 pm, which is rare in San Pedro and a huge perk after diving. Chuck and Robbie’s dive shop is about 100 feet away, and there’s a grocery store (Kmart) right around the corner. We’d absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Donald, Pelican Rapids

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the new addition. Very nice but small. Great common area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

James

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

6/10 Okay

Darryl

Yes
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

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

10/10 Excellent

Darryl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Josephine

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Great
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Simone

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

8/10 Good

Ruth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The rooftop pool and lounge area were fabulous, especially for early morning sunrises. The limited breakfast was changed daily for variety. The attached restaurant was convenient, with tasty options at a reasonable rate.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a great hostel: clean, nice rooftop pool, friendly staff, bar and restaurant, close to everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ciera

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Sabrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms were clean and very affordable, only issue was disruptive guests coming in and out of the dorm being loud and turning lights on, I think if dorm rules were unforced it would be more pleasant. Maybe having dorms for older people would help. Staff was great and always cleaning and being helpful, the facilities were top notch! Restaurant was great, prices were affordable and staff are there to help with all your needs. Also bathrooms and common areas were very well maintained I’m hoping to stay again soon
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Parisa

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Larry, Edmonton

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Larry, Edmonton

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

10/10 Excellent

Vaughn

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025