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The Palapa House

3.5 star property

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Terrace/patio
Bar (on property)
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
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Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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55 Boca Del Rio Drive, Ambergris Caye, San Pedro
  • San Pedro Central Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • San Pedro Town Hall
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • San Pedro Belize Express Dock
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • San Pedro (SPR-John Greif II)
    ‪11 min walk‬

Room options

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Terrace/patio

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Oceanfront

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen, Oceanfront

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Terrace/patio

Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom, Oceanfront

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom, Oceanfront

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Terrace/patio

Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom, Oceanfront

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom, Oceanfront

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom, Oceanfront

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Terrace/patio

Superior Penthouse, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Oceanfront

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 58 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen, Oceanfront

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Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen, Oceanfront

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About this property

The Palapa House

On beach with outdoor pool, near The Gallery of San Pedro Ltd
This smoke-free hotel features an outdoor pool, a bar/lounge and concierge services. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, tour/ticket assistance, a garden and a front desk safe are on-site. Housekeeping is available on request.
The Palapa House offers 8 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature a safe and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to furnished patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This San Pedro hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is offered on request and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

The Palapa House's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Belize Barrier Reef. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus an outdoor pool.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes bicycles to rent
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the location
  • Just a 4-minute walk from The Gallery of San Pedro Ltd and 5 minutes on foot from Belizean Melody Art Gallery
As a guest of The Palapa House, you'll find an outdoor pool, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. The Palapa House also features a garden, concierge services, and a front desk safe. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star San Pedro hotel is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 2016
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 22

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Housekeeping fee: USD 25.00 per day; may vary based on unit size

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property does not have a front desk. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 72 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 7 days before arrival with check-in information and lockbox information. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Palapa House Aparthotel San Pedro
Palapa House Aparthotel
Palapa House San Pedro
Palapa House
Palapa House Apartment San Pedro
Palapa House Apartment
The Palapa House Belize/San Pedro
The Palapa House Hotel
The Palapa House San Pedro
The Palapa House Hotel San Pedro

The Palapa House Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 154 out of 200 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 200 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 200 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 200 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 200 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and the location were optimal.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Heidi

Travelled with partner
This was a good value.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the restruraunts near the property and cleaning staff were super helpful dealing with some local issues. Cons..... safe was not bolted down and the music away from the property was loud on saturaday night ( not the properties fault.)
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Outstanding service and location for a solid price

It is in a terrific location and was clean and their service was friendly and attentive and the price was very agreeable. the bed was comfortable and although the space is a little limited it served us just fine and I would recommend them to anyone considering staying in San Pedro!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good staff and friendly neighbors. Also staying at the Palapa.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thanks to Orlando and Shane our stay at Palapa House was easy and carefree. The property provides a view of the culture of San Pedro that can’t be beat. If you’re looking to soak in the Caribbean culture and sea, then Palapa House is for you!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property right on the beach close to dining and excursions
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Palapa House was one of the best accommodation choices I made during my trip to Belize. This vrbo/condo style property is situated just outside the bustling main streets of San Pedro. The view from the upper balconies of the building is an astonishing uninterrupted shot of palms and ocean. The room was spotless when I arrived, with more than enough towels (including beach towels) and shower amenities to last for my trip. The water pressure was acceptable and the temperature was great. The bed was super comfortable. If I had to nitpick, I wish there was somewhere to hang wet bathing suits/clothing and this is the only place during my stay that did not provide any filtered water. You are close by to multiple grocery stores to pick up water, but a couple of bottles on the counter would have been nice to tide over until I could settle in and head to the store. The location was perfect. You are just a short walk away from all the shops and restaurants that San Pedro offers, plus there are several that are just steps out your door. I ended up eating at the Sandbar and Cool Beans more than once. Drinks at the Palapa Bar are pricy but delicious. Orlando and Karla were a regular presence on the property and were always willing to answer a question or take care of an issue. Karla was particularly clutch with multiple outstanding restaurant recommendations. I will be back to Belize at some point and the Palapa House will be at the top of the list for accommodations.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best location!

I can't say enough wonderful things about my stay. The location is perfect, you are walking distance to everything in San Pedro town, there is a real beach and multiple tour companies right outside. We lost our key and Orlando went above and beyond to help us late at night. Not having a front desk is not an issue, it's all seamless and any issues that pop up will be resolved. We did not have any issues with parking our golf cart despite this area being very popular. I loved staying here instead of the resorts because it just felt like a more authentic experience. I will definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall was a great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay with family

My in-laws, husband, and I stayed in suite 7 for the past 4 nights and it was great! Really great location, very walkable to most things in town. We had a golf cart and always had ample parking spots. There are 2 bars literally within a stones throw to grab food or drinks. You can hear the live music from Palapa bar on the balcony, but surprisingly not from inside. That being said, the walls are pretty thin, so if you have people staying beside you, you will most likely hear them at some point. The water pressure is pretty minimal and the water takes a bit to heat up, but otherwise no complaints! Check-in was super easy and the directions were simple. There is no where to store bags if you want a late check out or early check in btw. It really depends on if they need your room to get ready for the next guests. So try to plan your arrival/depature times around 3 for arrival and 11 for departure. Otherwise, would definitely recommend!
Beach right across from Palapa house
Sunset from the back deck
Sunrise from the balcony (top floor)
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views, great breeze on the 3rd floor.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Palapa House was in such a perfect location! Somehow still super quiet and peaceful, but central for walking to almost anywhere in San Pedro. The bed was super comfortable. We messaged a few weeks prior to our trip and got recommendations for a rental golf cart and were able to arrange that for easy airport pickup and use during our trip--so helpful!! And the morning of our snorkel tour, all we had to do was wake up, make some coffee, and walk literally across the beach to Chuck & Robbie's Dive Shop.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa J, Louisville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was in Unit 3 on the 2nd floor. No elevators in San Pedro so being able to walk up and down stairs is a necessity. I felt safe during the day and at night. I heard no street noise but did hear neighbors next door when they were talking loudly and the neighbors upstairs when it sounded like they were moving furniture around. But noise was really at a minimal. This site has a pool but did not use as it was a little cool. Would stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, spacious, great beachfront location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

tara

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
so close to everything and was super clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfy Palapa House

The location can’t be beat. Orlando was always very very responsive. We would definitely stay here again
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
AMAZING
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025