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Matachica Resort & Spa

A perfectly private retreat between reef and rainforest in Belize

Matachica Resort takes its ‘private by nature’ mantra seriously. Thatched casitas and villas are arranged like a traditional village and blend into the landscape, with personal verandas giving you front row seats (or hammocks) to soul-stirring views. This beach-meets-jungle setting is part of Ambergris Caye, a protected slice of paradise that’s home to one of the world’s biggest barrier reefs.

Whether you spend your days here on land or sea, every element of Matachica is inspired by the Caye’s natural beauty. Arrive by speedboat. See the beauty beneath the waves on a diving adventure. And taste the best of Belize at Mambo, the resort’s celebrated open-air restaurant – or share a few casual bites at Mambo Bistro, the hotel’s newly launched light fare eatery, and cocktails at Danny’s Bar that’s wrapped around a tree trunk. The hotel staff can also arrange romantic private dining on and around the pier, perfectly timed for the sunset. After all, this is a just-for-grown-ups escape. 
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Activities at Matachica are designed to get hearts racing. You could kayak or paddle-board in the calm waters, take a guided scuba or snorkelling tour, or simply dip in and out of the infinity pool and hot tub. Take things up a notch by swimming fin to fin at Shark Ray Alley, or float above Mexico Rocks where turtles will be your ocean playmates. For those who prefer dry land, jump on one of the hotel’s complimentary bicycles and explore northern Ambergris Caye. 
 

Enjoy your stay!


33 Rooms |  1 Floor |  2 Restaurants | 

4.8 /5

337 reviews

Adults

Adults Only

Beach

Beach Resort

Fine

Fine Dining

Honeymoon

Honeymoon

Matachica Resort Mambo Beachfront Dining

Ready to alfres-go

Mambo and newly launched Mambo Bistro – a casual beachfront dining experience with a light fare menu - rewrite the alfresco dining experience. Mambo Bistro’s unique take on soups, salads, and sandwiches includes fresh, homemade bread from the hotel’s new in-house bakery. Mambo’s reimagined dining room menu includes elevated, seasonal dishes featuring local vegetables from sister property GAÏA Riverlodge’s organic garden and fresh seafood. This open-air restaurant lets the Caribbean Sea air wash over you – and a scattering of tables on the nearby pier let the sunset really shine. Meanwhile, when it comes to pudding, the chocolate soufflé is a signature – perfect for dinners for two. Have it served on your casita’s private terrace for a fine (dining) romance. 
 
Matachica Resort & Spa

Serenity by the shore

Tropical birdsong provides the soundtrack at Matachica’s Jade Spa. It’s an instantly relaxing spot for everything from tranquillity massages to salt scrubs – all using natural ingredients from Belizean land (and sea). Try the Mayan Coffee Scrub and Chocolate Wrap that uses almond oil from the mountains, fresh coffee for exfoliation, raw cocoa to boost radiance and a coconut milk bath to finish. Pure bliss.    
 
Angel Falls Belize

Down at the coast. Up in the sky. 

Matachica is a gateway to fishing excursions, cave tubing adventures, zip lining and helicopter rides. While sky-high, you may even spot the reef’s iconic Blue Hole, said to be visible from space. The Angel Falls day trip could see you taking a short flight to Belize City, before an SUV ride to Angel Falls. The best way to immerse yourself in this stunning environment – and see Belize’s colourful plants and tropical wildlife up close – is to abseil down the side of the waterfall. All 425 feet of it. Be sure to bring a towel. 
 

Our rooms

Seabreeze Beach Bungalow


Sleeps 2
King
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Seabreeze Beach Casita


Sleeps 2
King
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Seabreeze Beach Casita - 2 Queen Beds


Sleeps 2
Queen
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Seafront Beach Casita


Sleeps 2
King
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Seafront Luxury Suite


Sleeps 2
King
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Seabreeze Luxury Villa


Sleeps 4
King
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Seafront Luxury Villa


Sleeps 4
King
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Ratings

Quality Assured

Mystery Inspected

Global Rating

4.8 /5

4.8

337 reviews

INVITED Rating

5 /5
4.5 /5
Tripadvisor score 4.5

4.5

1516 reviews

INVITED Reviews

100 %

of reviewers would recommend this hotel


5

Beautiful and serene

We enjoyed the remote location of the facility, and how helpful the staff was in answering any questions and arranging excursions. We really felt like we were on our own little island. The staff was truly kind, helpful, and friendly. We are already looking forward to returning.

By Jonathan Oct ’21 Trip Type Couple


Matachica Resort & Spa, Belize

5

(based on 1 reviews)

100 %

of reviewers would recommend this hotel


5

Beautiful and serene

We enjoyed the remote location of the facility, and how helpful the staff was in answering any questions and arranging excursions. We really felt like we were on our own little island. The staff was truly kind, helpful, and friendly. We are already looking forward to returning.

By Jonathan Oct ’21 Trip Type Couple


Key Features

Outdoor
Outdoor pool
Restaurant
Restaurant
Bar
Bar
Air
Air conditioning
Water
Water sports
Spa
Spa

All Hotel Features and Services

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Bell staff/porter
  • Concierge desk
  • Doctor on call
  • Laundry service
  • Wedding services
  • Air conditioning
  • Adults only
  • Full service housekeeping

All Hotel Features and Services

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Bell staff/porter
  • Concierge desk
  • Doctor on call
  • Laundry service
  • Wedding services
  • Air conditioning
  • Adults only
  • Full service housekeeping
  • Security
  • Restaurant
  • Wi-Fi in public areas
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Room service
  • Spa
  • Pets not allowed

Food And Drinks

Huevos rancheros, tropical fruit smoothies, and homemade pastries and jams for breakfast. Shrimp ceviche and cocktails at lunch. Then tuna tartare and a deep blue seasonal seafood medley come dinnertime. There’s a distinctly Belizean flavour to the award-winning Mambo Restaurant at Matachica, as well as the newly launched Mambo Bistro and Danny’s Tree Bar. Both put you just flip-flop steps from the beach.

Mambo Restaurant

Served Meals: Dinner Our award winning Mambo Restaurant offers an open air dining experience by the sea. Dine on succulent fresh seafood- steaks- chops- pastas and homemade desserts- paired with our specially curated wine list.

Mambo Bistro

Served Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Mambo Bistro provides a casual eatery just steps from the sea- featuring sandwiches- salads- pasta- pizza and more in a fun and eclectic atmosphere.

Spa

Just like the rest of Matachica, the hotel’s Jade Spa is inspired by its blissful beachside location. The natural beauty of Belize infuses every treatment here, whether it’s the rise-and-shine coffee grain body scrubs or the banana and papaya facials at sundown.  

Location of your stay

Hotel Address

Matachica Resort & Spa

5 miles north of San Pedro

Ambergris Caye

Belize

Check in:

1500

Check out:

1100

What3words location:

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Where is it?

7 miles to airport Ambregris Caye

50 miles to airport Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport

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