I stayed in the female dorm at Drift Inn for 5 nights.

Accommodation: The beds are comfortable, but get quite warm and noisy with the plastic mattress cover.... read more The toilets and showers are cleaned daily, but the shower curtain is short, so water would often flood the hallway, making the floor slippery. There are lockers in the dorm, but they are small, so it can get messy with everyone's stuff lying around. Most people were tidy though.
Staff: All of the staff were really nice and helpful, but I didn't feel that Hailey (the owner) was very helpful or professional when asked questions. Another guest was locked out of the building because Hailey forgot to give her the code when she checked in. I was checked in by a staff member who was much more through and professional.
Environment: The hostel is busy with guests, who are generally really nice. The kitchen is small, but serves coffee in the morning and filtered water all day.

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  Thank you for taking the time to review us and we are so happy you enjoyed your stay in our Gecko room! Safe travels and we hope you enjoyed San... read more Pedro.

  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

  I definitely recommend staying here! The hotel has a fun combination of the social vibes of a hostel with the nice amenities of a hotel. The owner and... read more hotel staff are exceptionally friendly and welcoming. They are more than happy to provide plenty of excellent local recommendations. The hotel is about 100 yards from the ocean and is a short walk from some beautiful docks and a nice walk along the ocean. I would absolutely stay here again.

  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.

  I checked into Drift Inn some time last year and thought I was going to stay here for couple of nights. Somehow day after day I found myself extending the... read more reservation for just a bit longer. It's 2021 now and I am still here enjoying the saulty Caribbean sea breeze and the amazing hospitality of Drift Inn. Hotel receptionist, Hailey, is just all around amazing. I've never experienced this kind of passion and dedication in any of my previous hotel stays. She really goes above and beyond to make sure her guests feel at home here. From midnight chess tournaments to booze cruises to borshchsht cook-offs this place has everything your heart desires! More

  This was by far the worst stay of my life; I will he reporting what happened to the Belize Tourism and Housing Board, and have already reported it to the... read more embassy directly after these illegal violations happened. I am a yoga and English instructor, and traveled to Belize to teach and do conservation work right before the covid pandemic. I write this review so no one else has as awful of an experience as I did. I was stuck in Belize, and my puppy and I stayed here for a few days as I tried to get set up to responsibly wait out Covid. When I arrived, the girl there had told me there was construction, which was an incredibly huge understatement to say the least. There was direct drilling into my wall the entire time, and I had a young puppy. We both suffered and I had to leave. Before that, the girl came barging into my room demanding payment for a week despite the fact that the drilling made the space uninhabitable. She knew I had a puppy and that we were mandated by the government to stay in, and this jealous, and miserable woman put my puppy in there regardless. My puppy and I had to leave because of the noise and her insanity, and I offered to pay the daily rate. When I got there it appeared she had been drinking and had no contract or... This was by far the worst stay of my life; I will he reporting what happened to the Belize Tourism and Housing Board, and have already reported it to the embassy directly after these illegal violations happened. I am a yoga and English instructor, and traveled to Belize to teach and do conservation work right before the covid pandemic. I write this review so no one else has as awful of an experience as I did. I was stuck in Belize, and my puppy and I stayed here for a few days as I tried to get set up to responsibly wait out Covid. When I arrived, the girl there had told me there was construction, which was an incredibly huge understatement to say the least. There was direct drilling into my wall the entire time, and I had a young puppy. We both suffered and I had to leave. Before that, the girl came barging into my room demanding payment for a week despite the fact that the drilling made the space uninhabitable. She knew I had a puppy and that we were mandated by the government to stay in, and this jealous, and miserable woman put my puppy in there regardless. My puppy and I had to leave because of the noise and her insanity, and I offered to pay the daily rate. When I got there it appeared she had been drinking and had no contract or any way to pay. My screen was broken in a dangerous part of town during the pandemic, and the room was a disaster. There were no batteries in the ac remote. The dehumidifier didn’t work. There were bugs and cockroaches everywhere and it was uninhabitable. When I returned the following day, the girl had stolen my things and entered my room while I was gone. I paid for a week to avoid trouble and called the embassy to report it, and they helped me get on a last minute Repatriation flight. They told me to follow through with reporting this. She stole several things that I never got back regardless of paying, and literally screamed at me with the craziest look I’ve ever seen on a woman’s face. Do not stay here! I have two other places in Belize I need to report as well, they are Seven Seas (where a drug dealer was knowingly living next door and partying all day), and Chez Caribe (where the alcoholic owner crossed sexual harassment boundaries and also entered my space without my permission). Belize is an incredible place. Please stay at resorts and guest houses that are well established and able to show you the best of Belize. All of these places I am reporting are owned by alcoholic, abusive, expats. Stay away ~ stay safe ~

I would upload the video of the drilling that I will be reporting to the board of housing, but they only accept photos for reviews on this site. More

  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... 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 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.

  Very nice and clean and priced for the budget minded person. Close to everything. 10 min walk from water taxi and the clubs. 1 min to the... read more Caribbean Sea and just a hop skip and jump to beach front restaurants and bars. Half a block to Convenience store, grocery store, and 2 hardware stores. You are right in the middle.

  I'm a solo traveler in Belize for the first time, and I couldn't have been happier with the Drift Inn. The place is quaint, rustic, and charming. It's located right... read more on the beach with a restaurant called Sandbar (great food) right next to it. I'm currently working remotely due to COVID restrictions and I highly suggest the Drift Inn. The internet is fast and highly efficient. During my entire stay of 10 days, not once did I have internet issues. The internet was probably faster than the connection I currently have at home haha. The host and staff made my stay extremely comfortable. 10/10 (highly recommend)!

  My teenage daughter (15) and I spent nearly a month here at Drift Inn; we absolutely LOVED it! The happy, creative, and contemporary decor makes this boutique even more special!... read more The upgraded mattresses and chilling AC made our room like a little oasis. The beach and reef view from our balcony and the warm ocean breeze relaxed us more than I could have imagined! We usually can only afford a week or ten day get away but the Drift Inn prices and comfort allowed us stay 30 days and to truly unwind.
We joked about all the fun things there are to do nearby for under $5 and the fact that you can eat local style meals for under $5.
The community freezer kept my rum cold and the fridge chilled my beer to prevent any bar bills at all the whole month!
Hailey and Donna make sure every need is met and invited folks out on their own excursions cause they’re just cool like that.
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  Had a great time. Staff is so accommodating,and friendly. Great location with so much food and tours within walking distance. A boat tour was arranged for a bunch of us... read more in the hostel and was a huge highlight. Highly recommended

  This place is great. its two places in one. it has a pool, restaurant and bar, common hangout areas, etc. The hotel staff are nice. An its located on the... read more stretch of San Pedro's Bar areas. Im gonna stay there for sure when i go back to san pedro

  I stayed at Drift Inn the month of February 2021. Accommodations are great, convenient, and the receptionist Stephanie is the bomb!!! She makes sure everyone is taken care of... read more and always has a smile on her face. I love it so much I don’t want to leave. 5 Stars for sure ️️️️️

  Very good hostel. Every thing is new and nicely decorated. Close to the beach and not too far or too close to the center. Also the owner is very friendly... read more and helpful. All facilities were in very good condition.

  What an awesome place. Recently spent 10 days here, and plan to visit again as soon as possible. I chose Belize for vacation in part because of current unrest and... read more travel uncertainties in other parts of the world, and in part because of the area’s mecca-like status among scuba destinations. When I booked the Drift Inn, I was planning a solo dive vacation. Had I known at the time I would be travelling with friend, I’d probably have picked somewhere a bit more “resort-ish.” Glad I didn’t do that for several reasons. The private room I selected was clean, well provisioned, and recently updated. The bed was comfortable, and the a/c blew cold. The room would have been great as a solo traveler, but it was also a perfect, boutique-setting for a couple. My friend said that she appreciated the atmosphere much more than she would have that of a resort. Not much the property doesn't offer actually. Beach and -pool access; restaurants deliver to the room, and the adjoining place has (SandBar) has an awesome lobster pizza. From the time I stepped onto the property until after we both left, the staff here treated us like family. Hailey, one of the owners, helped connect me with the dive shop located literally right behind the hotel (Chuck and Robbie’s - which I later learned is the best outfit around) for my advanced certification. Stephanie made sure we had everything we... What an awesome place. Recently spent 10 days here, and plan to visit again as soon as possible. I chose Belize for vacation in part because of current unrest and travel uncertainties in other parts of the world, and in part because of the area’s mecca-like status among scuba destinations. When I booked the Drift Inn, I was planning a solo dive vacation. Had I known at the time I would be travelling with friend, I’d probably have picked somewhere a bit more “resort-ish.” Glad I didn’t do that for several reasons.

The private room I selected was clean, well provisioned, and recently updated. The bed was comfortable, and the a/c blew cold. The room would have been great as a solo traveler, but it was also a perfect, boutique-setting for a couple. My friend said that she appreciated the atmosphere much more than she would have that of a resort. Not much the property doesn't offer actually. Beach and -pool access; restaurants deliver to the room, and the adjoining place has (SandBar) has an awesome lobster pizza.

From the time I stepped onto the property until after we both left, the staff here treated us like family. Hailey, one of the owners, helped connect me with the dive shop located literally right behind the hotel (Chuck and Robbie’s - which I later learned is the best outfit around) for my advanced certification. Stephanie made sure we had everything we needed during the stay, even after I accidentally poured a whole pineapple drink on the hotel laptop and crashed it! Mike and Eldon are awesome souls to hang out with in the evening and spend their days making sure the property is pristine.

Donna, the other owner, even invited us to her inland camp to spend a few days after check-out. Wish we could have indulged, but Christmas and family obligations didn’t afford a travel extension. The hotel made a great home-base to explore pretty much everything the area has to offer. Location was perfect. Most attractions in San Pedro are an easy walk, and the ferry to other areas such as Caye Caulker, is a few hundred yards south along the beach.

Golf cart rentals are available from a grocery just up the street as well as several other places. We arranged one at the airport from Mike’s Golf Cart Rental, and were not disappointed. You’ll need one at some point to get out to Secret Beach and explore other parts of the island, but there were days when we didn't use ours at all. Would probably rent one ad-hoc next time rather than for the whole trip.

One final point worth mentioning – I’m a US citizen, and I was initially concerned about travelling during a pandemic. Navigating the Belizean entry requirements was a walk in the park; the hotel made sure we knew exactly what preparations to make, and when. I felt safer from COVID in the busiest areas I visited in Belize than I do walking down the emptiest streets through my suburban neighborhood back home.

Wear a mask; wash your hands. Buy some beer to enjoy in the courtyard with staff and other guests after curfew - if one is in effect. After a full day of tropical adventures, it probably won’t take many before you’re off to sleep in preparation for the next day anyway. Travelling to Belize right now is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. The crowds are thin, the service is awesome, and the businesses are grateful for your presence. I'm strongly considering taking this place up on its monthly special for travelers working remotely. More

  The owners here have put their heart and soul into this hotel! Going into new foreign area has some aspect of worrisome. You can rest assure you will be treated... read more like family here. You can pay to stay somewhere else, but the sense of community you get instantly when you are here is unparalleled. Hospitality here is amazing!

  Staff 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.

  My only regret with choosing to stay at Drift Inn (and on Ambergris Caye in general) is that I didn't stay longer. From the moment I arrived on the island... read more I felt at home and that feeling continued when I arrived at Drift Inn, which is literally steps from the ocean. I was warmly greeted by the staff and shown to my clean and comfortable room which was larger than I anticipated. The pleasant surprises and "welcome home" vibe continued at the adjoining Sandbar Restaurant for happy hour and everywhere else along the beachfront strip.

Hotel owner Hailey was nice enough to show me around via her golf cart and invited me to rooftop yoga and dinner/drinks with her local friends, making me feel even more at home on Ambergris Caye. Many of the people from all over the world that I met during my stay have become friends and I'm sure our travels will bring us back to Drift Inn for a reunion in the near future.

If you want a welcoming and enjoyable experience in Belize, find your home away from home at Drift Inn.

  All the things you need; a/c, clean rooms, quiet, dark if you want to sleep the day away, super cute patio area with hammocks, chairs, tables, plunge pool and directly... read more connected with Sanbar which has an awesome vibe and a pool for Drift Inn guests to use.

Best hostel experience I have had and as a woman going solo I felt safe. Hang out at Sandbar and meet both locals and fellow travelers. I would come back to Belize just for the experience I had here and the people I met.