Booked 2 weeks over Xmas/NYE and stayed for 3!
Location: perfect~ close to beach, groceries, dive shops, restaurants, you name it.
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Slept well, had nice hot showers, and filtered water + coffee available at reception. Outdoor kitchen, BBQ and cool courtyard hangout area too!

Especially traveling during Covid times, I couldn’t have picked a better spot to meet other travelers and create amazing memories!!

  Staff and facilities are great. Good value for the money. Highly recommended for short or long term stay.. very accommodating and informative. I will go back on... read more future trips.. thank you Hailey and the gang.

  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 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.

  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

  This is my second time staying here. Just as great as the first. The room is nice and clean. Hailey was awesome setting up our boat trip again. As well... read more as letting us know all the things to do and what activities there are. The sandbar up front is nice you can go get a drink or food. And there is a dock you can go tan/swim right out front. Highly recommend anyone passing through to stay here!

  it was a quick overnight trip with friends for a event, hotel staff was very professional and friendly. We had access to near by stores and bars and beach side... read more if need to go anywhere. All info was accessible via mobile as well incase we forget. i highly recommend this hotel for leisure business or even family trip its safe and very comfortable while staying.

  I personally like private rooms with a hostel feel and Drift Inn fit everything I wanted. The location is walking distance to bars, restaurants, the ocean (is right out front),... read more and anything you could want. The staff is great and they helped me with directions and had a golf cart delivered to me at the hotel. The room was clean and the water was hot. Out front there are multiple areas to sit, relax and meet other travelers. They did an amazing job of getting everyone together and organizing events so you won’t be alone...unless you want to be.

  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

  I spent the month of January living in San Pedro to escape the winter back home. Hailey had recently announced special pricing for month-long stays so I thought I'd go... read more for it. I'm glad I did! The stay AC kept the room cool, everyone on staff was friendly and helpful, and I got to meet a bunch of interesting new people. I had a private room, though they do offer a dorm option as well, if that's your thing.

  A friend and I stayed in the all-female dormitory for 4 nights of our low-maintenance tropical vacation. If you're looking for a bargain, then this would be a good place... read more to stay!
THE ROOM was basic. A majority of the nights I slept comfortably and I felt safe. My complaints are minute, 1) lockers are only compatible with smaller locks (not gym/school style locks), 2) there are no "quiet hours", so I was woken up by loud guests in the common areas after bar close (but let's be honest, that was me once), 3) there is minimal space for meal prep, so plan on eating most meals at restaurants or street vendors.

THE LOCATION was great! It's located just a short walk down the beach from both major water taxi companies, the establishment is conveniently attached to a bar & restaurant, and there is a booth for a decent snorkeling operation located right inside the adjacent Sandbar. Also, if you're the type for morning jogs on the beach, then this is an excellent spot!

THE STAFF were pretty nice, with the exception of the owner. She came off pretty abrasive and condescending at times. On occasion I found myself redirecting my questions to the staff at the neighboring Sandbar simply to avoid an unpleasant exchange.

Again, this place was a bargain and worked out well for my friend and me. More

  Great hospitality, affordable price for private room and location near the center. Your welcome with a smile. Has a small pool and a great relaxing spot to enjoy a coffee... read more or cold beer. The beach is just a minute walk with a spectacular view of the barrier reef.

  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 booked 4 nights at the Drift Inn but ended up extending another 3 nights here because I enjoyed it so much! The rooms are large and clean, the... read more location is amazing, and the staff is the best! The air con kept us cool at night, and we had hot coffee and free drinking water provided the whole time I was there. The hotel is a short walking distance to the best bars and dive shops on the island, and the staff went above and beyond to ensure we had a great time. They told us the best places to eat/drink each night, what events were going on each night, and recommended dive shops to use. I couldn't have been happier with my stay here, I highly recommend checking them out!!! More

  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.

  Hotel was clean and within walking distance to beach, restraunts, grocery store and so much more. Felt very safe and our room was very comfortable with a nice... read more size shower for a couple and there was a mini fridge in the room to keep our beverages very cold. Going back to stay here again

  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

  Stayed with a friend in a private room. We can't complain about anything, our stay was great. Friendly staff, nice to have a bar and restaurant right outside of our... read more door. The nighttime security is a plus.

  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.

  Awesome host. Rooms are perfectly located. She is super responsive and forthcoming. Provides helpful recommendations. Knows the island and where to go / not to go. All in all a... read more reason to go back to Belize.

  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.