The Mayan ruins near Belize City are a popular tourist attraction.
Belize City, the largest city in Belize, lies on the country's central Caribbean coast where the Belize River meets the Caribbean Sea and is a popular passenger cruise ship port of call. Belize City features a tropical climate with a long rainy season lasting from May through January. For business or pleasure travelers, the bustling city offers several resorts from which to choose.
Princess Hotel and Casino Belize
Overlooking the Caribbean Sea, the Princess Hotel and Casino features guestrooms with sea views, sitting area, large closet space, minibar, complimentary bottled water, high-speed Internet access, in-room safe and a private bathroom equipped with a telephone and bathrobes.
Out-of-the-ordinary hotel amenities and services include an eight-lane bowling alley, full-service marina and dive shop, on-site Las Vegas-style casino, two state-of-the-art movie theaters, arcade center, beauty salon, massage services, tour desk, gift shop and airport transportation.
The Princess Hotel and Casino also offers a seafood restaurant, a daily complimentary breakfast, 24-hour room service, a bar/lounge that features live music and a poolside bar. Tourist attractions in the area include the Caracol Maya temple, the Xunantunich Maya ruins and the Crooked Tree Wildlife Sanctuary.
Princess Hotel and Casino Belize
Newton Barracks King Park
Belize City, Belize
011-501-223-0638
princessbelize.com
Belcove Hotel
For budget-minded travelers, the small family-owned and operated Belcove Hotel sits at the south end of central downtown and offers just 12 guestrooms, four of which share a bathroom. Rooms offer the basic essentials, including double or twin beds, air conditioning or ceiling fans and cable television. Some units feature a balcony.
What the hotel lacks in amenities, it makes up for in its location. The Belcove Hotel lies at the edge of Haulover Creek, and from the balconies, guests can watch boats on the river. Guests of the hotel have easy access to the bus station, water taxis and several historical sites. The Belcove Hotel also offers airport transportation and can arrange for excursions to archaeology sites and other tourist attractions through its inland tour company. A 10-minute walk takes guests to an eclectic part of Belize City featuring numerous small restaurants, bars and a few nightclubs.
Belcove Hotel
9 Regent St. W.
Belize City, Belize
011- 501-227-3054
belcove.com
Radisson Fort George Hotel
Located near the historic Fort George and the city center, the Radisson Fort George Hotel offers special room amenities including a balcony with pool, garden or sea views, Belizean wood furniture, marble-tiled flooring, small refrigerator, in-room electronic safe, complimentary high-speed wireless Internet access, two telephones with voice mail and large private bathrooms.
The Radisson Fort George features a full-service marina, dive shop offering snorkeling/diving excursions, two restaurants, including the Stonegrill Restaurant that cooks and serves meals at the table on super-heated volcanic stones, a poolside bar, and an on-site bakery/caf .
The cruise ship terminal is just three blocks away. Attractions within easy walking distance include the Museum of Belize, the House of Culture, National Handicraft Center and the University of Belize.
Radisson Fort George Hotel
2 Marine Parade
Belize City, Belize
011-501-223-3333
radisson.com
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