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Drift Inn is a great place to stay for 20-somethings or people of any age! I traveled alone half the time and had my mom with me for a few... read more days during my stay. The hotel was affordable enough for me while still checking all of her boxes on what amenities she needs. The place was nice and clean and we had a private bathroom. When she decided to turn in for the night, I stayed downstairs in the courtyard or at the bar to socialize with fellow travelers. It is really easy to meet other people and have a fun time! I actually met several groups of people in SoCal that I keep in touch with. Great vibes. More
2021/05/19Loved the spacious rooms and the wrap around porches for early morning coffee and reflection. Staff was very responsive and helpful through Whatsapp. Other hotels in the area... read more charge for water, but this awesome spot has gallons of water to dispense water from for free on every level. Coming back soon 🙂
2021/11/23 -
I stayed at the Drift Inn San Pedro for 5 days. The rooms were clean and comfortable, and the staff was extremely friendly. The location is great, walking distance to... read more everything you will need. I highly recommend!
2022/02/02Great place to stay in San Pedro. A quick walk up the beach from the water taxi dock. Connected to the beachside Sand Bar with a great bar. You get... read more a discount at the C-Store around the corner where you can stock up on Belikin to stock your in room fridge. They set up an afternoon snorkel trip with a company steps up the beach. Stephanie at the front desk was great and helped us out both in person and through WhatsApp. Even made sure we got our laundry done.
2021/04/15 -
I was on a solo four-night stay and Drift Inn met all of my needs. I stayed in a private double room (private bed, bathroom, shower, vanity, a/c).
The... read more location is perfect as it's in the heart of town but the louder bars are out of earshot so sleeping was easy. It's connected to Sandbar which is actually a fantastic hub where lots of travelers and locals frequent. The fresh fruit smoothies at breakfast at Sandbar kept me going. Staff was attentive always, the coffee is actually pretty good so that was a nice perk. I'll stay here again some time soon.
2022/01/16Drift inn review Let me start off by saying, I don’t think I’ll ever leave Belize after a trip like that! I started my trip in San Pedro... read more and eventually ended up wandering across the Drift Inn, after being highly recommended by tons of people. The location is perfect and feels very safe. There was tons of restaurants right there on the beach to grab food, or drinks. On the west entrance to the Drift inn, not even a minute walk from the gate, there was two large grocery stores, with everything I needed for my stay there. The rooms are well kept and very comfortable, with the air conditioner working like a charm to keep the room cool at night. The room even had a fridge for me to keep my leftover food. Downstairs their was a full kitchen setup for guests to use, which even included a propane grill. The owner Hailey was extremely informative, and kept everyone up to date on events, such as live music, and fun locations to visit around the island. She even set up my snorkeling and fishing tours, and came with to ensure everyone had a great time! On the snorkeling trip we left in the morning for Hol-Chan and arrived bright and early. Our tour guides did an amazing job of making sure everyone was taken care of and staying safe. As well as pointing out some of the most incredible... Drift inn review
Let me start off by saying, I don’t think I’ll ever leave Belize after a trip like that! I started my trip in San Pedro and eventually ended up wandering across the Drift Inn, after being highly recommended by tons of people. The location is perfect and feels very safe. There was tons of restaurants right there on the beach to grab food, or drinks. On the west entrance to the Drift inn, not even a minute walk from the gate, there was two large grocery stores, with everything I needed for my stay there. The rooms are well kept and very comfortable, with the air conditioner working like a charm to keep the room cool at night. The room even had a fridge for me to keep my leftover food. Downstairs their was a full kitchen setup for guests to use, which even included a propane grill.
The owner Hailey was extremely informative, and kept everyone up to date on events, such as live music, and fun locations to visit around the island. She even set up my snorkeling and fishing tours, and came with to ensure everyone had a great time! On the snorkeling trip we left in the morning for Hol-Chan and arrived bright and early. Our tour guides did an amazing job of making sure everyone was taken care of and staying safe. As well as pointing out some of the most incredible marine life, such as huge lobsters, a flounder, and even an octopus! After Hol-Chan we zipped over to Shark-Ray Alley, for an amazing view of tons of massive nurse sharks. From there we slowly wrapped around the south side of the island, diving for lobster, and doing some fishing along the way. The crew made an awesome ceviche to go with the rum punch, on our way to Secret Beach. After a few drinks and some dancing at the Blue Bayou, we came back around to the front side of the island with a nice sunset to end the day.
The next trip was nothing short of amazing, as we set out for some deep sea fishing. Our guide Edfrank, clearly knew what he was doing, and made sure the tour was all about the tourists! Each person on the boat reeled in many fish. Right away in the morning he spotted birds form miles away, and where their are birds there are fish. I have never caught so many Bonita, and black fin tuna in my life. What a rush that is when u see the water bubbling from them jumping. After such a successful morning outside the reef, we went inside the reef and had an amazing beach barbecue, with ceviche, fresh tuna sashimi and bbq roasted tuna. We continued to fish as we slowly made our way back to the dock. At the end of the tour, the guide finished filleting the rest of the fish and gave us some tips on how to cook it. One of the best guided fishing trips I have been on.
The Drift Inn has been a fantastic place to stay in San Pedro, with many different room options and even a dorm. The lobby area is a great area to hang out and socialize with other guests, or just relax in the pool. I will be staying there again for sure! 10/10 would recommend!
Let me start off by saying, I don’t think I’ll ever leave Belize after a trip like that! I started my trip in San Pedro and eventually ended up wandering across the Drift Inn, after being highly recommended by tons of people. The location is perfect and feels very safe. There was tons of restaurants right there on the beach to grab food, or drinks. On the west entrance to the Drift inn, not even a minute walk from the gate, there was two large grocery stores, with everything I needed for my stay there. The rooms are well kept and very comfortable, with the air conditioner working like a charm to keep the room cool at night. The room even had a fridge for me to keep my leftover food. Downstairs their was a full kitchen setup for guests to use, which even included a propane grill.
The owner Hailey was extremely informative, and kept everyone up to date on events, such as live music, and fun locations to visit around the island. She even set up my snorkeling and fishing tours, and came with to ensure everyone had a great time! On the snorkeling trip we left in the morning for Hol-Chan and arrived bright and early. Our tour guides did an amazing job of making sure everyone was taken care of and staying safe. As well as pointing out some of the most incredible marine life, such as huge lobsters, a flounder, and even an octopus! After Hol-Chan we zipped over to Shark-Ray Alley, for an amazing view of tons of massive nurse sharks. From there we slowly wrapped around the south side of the island, diving for lobster, and doing some fishing along the way. The crew made an awesome ceviche to go with the rum punch, on our way to Secret Beach. After a few drinks and some dancing at the Blue Bayou, we came back around to the front side of the island with a nice sunset to end the day.
The next trip was nothing short of amazing, as we set out for some deep sea fishing. Our guide Edfrank, clearly knew what he was doing, and made sure the tour was all about the tourists! Each person on the boat reeled in many fish. Right away in the morning he spotted birds form miles away, and where their are birds there are fish. I have never caught so many Bonita, and black fin tuna in my life. What a rush that is when u see the water bubbling from them jumping. After such a successful morning outside the reef, we went inside the reef and had an amazing beach barbecue, with ceviche, fresh tuna sashimi and bbq roasted tuna. We continued to fish as we slowly made our way back to the dock. At the end of the tour, the guide finished filleting the rest of the fish and gave us some tips on how to cook it. One of the best guided fishing trips I have been on. More
2021/11/16 -
Such a lovely place ! Myself and my partner don’t often book hostels as we’re in our late 20s/ early 30s but after reading reviews we decided to give the... read more Drift Inn a shot and I’m so glad we did. The staff are so welcoming and friendly, the people were great, the dorm room was clean and cool and the location is perfect - right on the beach with a gorgeous pool. Best hostel I’ve ever stayed in.
2021/07/31The Drift Inn far surpassed our expectations, especially for the price. The owner and employees were all incredibly helpful, we enjoyed hanging out with our fellow guests in the common... read more areas, the location worked perfectly for every activity, and it was clean and quiet. We would not consider staying in another hotel in San Pedro and are actively planning another visit. For reference, we travel A LOT in both the US and other countries. The Drift Inn stands out among the many places we've stayed in our lives.
2022/03/01 -
Hotel is very well-priced, clean, staff is super helpful and friendly. Very conveniently located next to a very good bar and restaurant, Sandbar, that delivers to the rooms. Right beside... read more a great (clean and professional) spa, Sparadise. Great pool and balcony with hammocks and sitting area. Housekeeping is great.
Snorkeling tours:
Went out the first time for a half-day snorkel at Hol Chan and Shark Ray Alley. Chubs and Jerry were great teachers for first-timers and knew all of the fish and wildlife and showed us where to swim and how.
Towards the end of our trip, we took a full-day snorkel and fishing trip toe Caye Caulker: several people caught some fish and lobster and conch. We saw lots of sharks and sea turtles at Hol Chan and Shark Ray Alley. We saw so many sea horses and bright and big star fish. We also were lucky and saw THREE MANATEES and they let us slide off the boat to swim with them. We also fed the Tarpon fish and that was a great experience. Jerry helped me get some really good pictures of me and my boyfriend and the wildlife. Very professional and very nice guys. 10/10 More
2022/01/05Staff were very friendly and accommodating. However there was an awful waterproof cover on the bed which was very uncomfortable.. and a nightmare to remove.
The bar on site... read more is great with friendly staff and food good too.
Good value for money.
2020/01/05 -
Took my money for a 3 week stay , before Covid once restrictions were lifted and I was able to travel they kept my money and refused to honour their... read more credit given to me. They are thief’s and I say RUN from this horrible place.
2022/03/01Solo traveler/diver who came for a second trip to San Pedro and stayed at Drift Inn again!
Cannot say enough about Drift Inn staff and hospitality. Need a golf... read more cart! Delivered in 5-10 minutes. Want to book a tour? They can make it happen. Need dinner recommendations? They know where to go. Also communicate through Whatsapp so easy to get ahold of at anytime from anywhere. Excellent customer service.
The rooms are extremely affordable, with all my basic needs met: great wifi, hot water, cold a/c, and a comfortable bed. Clean rooms. Housekeeping available by request, which is great for when I didn’t want anyone entering my room. The location is prime, in the middle of everything.
No view, but THE place to base yourself in San Pedro for great customer service, good vibes, and central location. 100ft from the beach, restaurant, grocery store, and fruitstand right next door. Cheap food options and nicer restaurant options both in less than 5 minutes walking distance. More
2021/05/19 -
Our stay was amazing. Everyone was so kind and helpful. The bar and restaurant was great. We stayed in a private room. It was cleaned every day, so it felt... read more more like a hotel than a hostel, which we loved. There were lots of activities to do on site that were fun and affordable. Would definitely recommend and cant wait to return.
2019/07/11Wow! I can't say enough nice things about this place! As a solo female traveler, and with it being my first time to Belize/San Pedro, I was very particular about... read more where to stay as location and safety were important. I was a bit of a pain because of some last minute plans and they were so accommodating for me. I planned to travel here from Caye Caulker for 2 nights and ended up meeting new friends and staying an extra night in Caye Caulker instead of heading to San Pedro. It was absolutely no problem and they allowed me to check in the next day. This was my first time in a hostel setting so I opted for the private room and bathroom to acclimate a bit. The location was perfect, walkable from the water taxi terminals though golf cart rentals were plentiful nearby. Within walking distance to several great bars and restaurants like Palapa Bar, Estel's and Wahoos. Access was a little confusing as the actual rooms are behind the Sandbar lobby area but an employee pointed me to the correct location. The room was beautiful! It looked like it had some recent updates and was extremely spacious. It included a small kitchenette with a few bowls and plates, utensils, coffee cups and a coffeemaker. A tall hutch to hang clothes which also included a warm blanket which was nice since this room had phenomenal air conditioning. The bathroom... Wow! I can't say enough nice things about this place! As a solo female traveler, and with it being my first time to Belize/San Pedro, I was very particular about where to stay as location and safety were important. I was a bit of a pain because of some last minute plans and they were so accommodating for me. I planned to travel here from Caye Caulker for 2 nights and ended up meeting new friends and staying an extra night in Caye Caulker instead of heading to San Pedro. It was absolutely no problem and they allowed me to check in the next day. This was my first time in a hostel setting so I opted for the private room and bathroom to acclimate a bit. The location was perfect, walkable from the water taxi terminals though golf cart rentals were plentiful nearby. Within walking distance to several great bars and restaurants like Palapa Bar, Estel's and Wahoos. Access was a little confusing as the actual rooms are behind the Sandbar lobby area but an employee pointed me to the correct location. The room was beautiful! It looked like it had some recent updates and was extremely spacious. It included a small kitchenette with a few bowls and plates, utensils, coffee cups and a coffeemaker. A tall hutch to hang clothes which also included a warm blanket which was nice since this room had phenomenal air conditioning. The bathroom was also spacious and the water pressure was awesome, as well as the temperature. There was a shared patio space with a few chairs and not much of a view of the island, but overlooked the amenities of the courtyard and small pool below. The walls were thin so you could hear your neighbors but no one was too rowdy and the shared spaces in the courtyard were nice if you wanted a change of scenery from hanging out in your room. They were doing some kind of repair nearby and a yappy dog made for a bit of morning noise but not a huge deal. I was given a bracelet which allowed for discounts at certain places which was a great and unexpected touch. I was also provided with a binder full of information for my stay. Sandbar had great drinks and a late-night menu and I got to talk to some really cool guests and the bartender was awesome. They have a dock area across a sandy path equipped with chairs and tubes to float in, which was great to hang out and watch the water. The staff was friendly and accommodating and the perfect place for my short stay in San Pedro. I will definitely be back so that I can explore more and take advantage of all of these great amenities. More
2020/03/07 -
After spending eights nights at the Drift Inn in San Pedro, I cannot recommend this hotel/hostel highly enough. Even during Belize's 9pm curfew, Hailey, the staff, and the wonderful residents... read more of the Inn made this property feel like home. Nestled next to a number of bars, restaurants, shops, and activities, the Drift Inn is within walking distance of everything you could possibly need on the island. Relax next to the pool, have a drink at one of the neighboring bars, or even work with Hailey and the staff to set up an excursion on the island - the Drift Inn has it all!
2021/09/05I stayed at Drift Inn for a month while I got to know the island. I was really happy with the hotel, value for money, and genuinely kind staff. Great... read more location with joint access to Sand Bar’s pool and bar. Really great spot to meet all kinds of people - locals, expats, and tourists from all over.
2021/10/15 -
I stayed two nights on the Belizian Caribbean island of San Pedro at Drift Inn, in a private double room. I arrived by ferry in the evening beyond the front-desk... read more hours, however, the staff was so kind to call me ahead of time to confirm my arrival and also to be there for my arrival. My room was clean and comfortable. The only semi inconvenience was that the AC was fixed and not manually adjustable. I didn't mind it overall, as it felt nice coming into the room from the hot day outside, but it could feel a bit chilly in the middle of the night. The staff was also very kind to help me book a golf cart, which I used to drive up the island for the day, and also to book the taxi to pick me up to get to the airport. As a guest of Drift Inn, I also enjoyed the access to the wonderful swimming pool of the Sand Bar, of which the property is connected with. I also want to mention the location's great access: my room faced a street that was secured behind a gate with coded access; it's close to the San Pedro Express ferry landing; the Sand Bar restaurant is right there for breakfast, lunch and dinner; it's directly next to the sea; the ATM is nearby; street food and supermarkets near by. It's not a luxury resort, but if you... I stayed two nights on the Belizian Caribbean island of San Pedro at Drift Inn, in a private double room. I arrived by ferry in the evening beyond the front-desk hours, however, the staff was so kind to call me ahead of time to confirm my arrival and also to be there for my arrival. My room was clean and comfortable. The only semi inconvenience was that the AC was fixed and not manually adjustable. I didn't mind it overall, as it felt nice coming into the room from the hot day outside, but it could feel a bit chilly in the middle of the night. The staff was also very kind to help me book a golf cart, which I used to drive up the island for the day, and also to book the taxi to pick me up to get to the airport. As a guest of Drift Inn, I also enjoyed the access to the wonderful swimming pool of the Sand Bar, of which the property is connected with. I also want to mention the location's great access: my room faced a street that was secured behind a gate with coded access; it's close to the San Pedro Express ferry landing; the Sand Bar restaurant is right there for breakfast, lunch and dinner; it's directly next to the sea; the ATM is nearby; street food and supermarkets near by. It's not a luxury resort, but if you want a low-key, clean, convenient, safe, and comfortable place, I recommend Drift Inn with the private room option. I would love to stay at Drift Inn again, and I do recommend it. More
2021/08/10Drift Inn is a small place with a big heart! The staff is friendly and accommodating. Located just off the beach, a minute walk from my favorite dive shop, Reef... read more Adventures (check them out for diving, snorkeling, fishing, kayak rentals and more). The rooms are clean and basic with a simple island aesthetic. There are mini fridges in several of the rooms, with a shared microwave and bottled water in the upstairs hall. For cooking there is a shared kitchen on the ground floor. WiFi is available throughout the building, better in some spots than others. There are several areas to sit alone or hang out with others. There are many food options within walking distance. The owner/operator, Hailey, is awesome, she was responsive prior to and during my stay. I also had the pleasure of meeting her mom, Donna. This is a great place to stay for solo travelers of all ages, especially women, and I was fortunate to meet several during my 11 day stay. I also loved having all the cats running around! Despite the stress of dealing with Covid-19... extra cleaning, mask wearing, a curfew... I felt safe, comfortable, and happy, I was so sad to leave. Thank you for a wonderful and relaxing stay and for the ride to the airport, much appreciate it! More
2021/01/16 -
Had a great stay for three nights in San Pedro. The staff was very accommodating, room was clean (and air-conditioned) and the hotel has a delightful beachfront restaurant.
This... read more is a great choice for budget accommodation in San Pedro and easy access to the Belize Ferry and dive boats. Highly recommended.
2021/06/27Drift inn is a very good price hotel, and the sandbar hotel is connecting which means you can use their bar & restaurant and also their pool. The drift inn... read more has pool which is quite small but can be used for a soak.
I had a private room which was spacious and clean. The wifi signal was excellent. The staff helped me book snorkeling and massage. The only complaint I have is the bed and bedding. I woke up very stiff from the bed and the blanket was just a small scratchy thing
2021/10/07
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