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

  We highly recommend this place. Location just behind the Sandbar with easy access to the bar/restaurant area overlooking the beach. Near to San Pedro - Belize express ferry. Also... read more walking distance to shops in town and to diving and snorkelling tour operators. Large comfortable room with aircon and fan. All the staff were friendly and helpful. The adjacent Sandbar is a lovely place to eat.

  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.

  I stayed in a private room with bathroom for 30 days. It was perfect for me, clean; but the best part was the staff- Jay, Steph, Esperanza… all of them... read more made my visit perfect and comfortable- they’re like family after 30 days️

  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.

Overall a great stay! More

  Great location, professional and helpful staff! We loved our room and the atmosphere was excellent! Having access to the kitchen but also being so close to The Sandbar was amazing!... read more An easy beach walk to multiple restaurants and bars! I’m not sure it gets much better than this!

  Great location and a great place to stay on a budget. Room was large and clean. Exceptional value. Easy check in and check out. We had an issue with our... read more AC unit during our stay. Issues happen regardless of where you stay. The AC unit was newer but wasn’t communicating with the outside computer. The staff had a technician come to diagnose it with in an hour on a weekend. When it couldn’t be fixed due to parts availability on the weekend, the exceptional staff provided us with an additional room to use which had AC. We were still able to keep our original room so we didn’t have to move all of our belongings. This was a level of service I had not experienced even at 5 star hotel stays. The AC was repaired the next day and everything was back to normal. I highly recommend Drift Inn and I will be back the next time I’m in Belize. More

  This used to be one of my favorite places to stay in San Pedro but on my last trip I had a terrible experience. I was hanging out by the... read more pool when a local that wasn’t even staying there picked up my backpack and started walking away with it! After asking him to give it back multiple times and having him hold it out of my reach I took action and hit him. A fight ensued ending with me on my back bloodied and battered. After multiple death threats I retired to my room and spent the night nursing my wounds and having difficulty sleeping because I didn’t feel safe. Neither owner, Donna or Hailey ever reached out to me to find out if I was OK or to get my side of the story. Instead I found out later that I had been trespassed from the property for getting into a fight when in reality I was protected my property! I had valuables in my backpack. Essentially I was treated with a lack of respect and concern. No effort was made to address my concerns for my safety. This place allows locals who don’t even pay to stay there and hang out. Then when one of these locals commits a crime they don’t care. Stay here at your own risk!!! More

  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!

  An absolute gem of a hostel/inn. So many great aspects of this facility are noteworthy such as the location and accessibility of the property. The communication from staff was... read more prompt and direct - and on point... better than anyone would get at a luxury hotel property. Speaking of staff - they are incredibly kind and helpful. I enjoyed being greeted as we passed each other. (This adds a little personal touch to the experience). The room (Jaguar) was spacious, roomy and comfortable. My family of 4 fit very comfortably; we didn't feel like we were crammed into a small room. The beds were all very comfortable. The linens were very soft and lite, and kept us very comfortable during the night. Bathroom was very spacious and allowed for 3 people to easily fit if all "appliances" i.e shower, toilet and sink were taken (I know, too much info - but such is life, especially when traveling with a family). Bath linens were aplenty. I liked the fact of shampoo and body wash - it was 2 less things for me to pack. An added bonus was the floor mats. I LOVED this little bit. The grounds were beat, clean and orderly. Felt very secure and safe. There is a safe in the room. Coffee maker. Sink and dorm fridge. The only to be aware of is the slope in the shower. It's a little steep and if you aren't expecting... An absolute gem of a hostel/inn. So many great aspects of this facility are noteworthy such as the location and accessibility of the property. The communication from staff was prompt and direct - and on point... better than anyone would get at a luxury hotel property. Speaking of staff - they are incredibly kind and helpful. I enjoyed being greeted as we passed each other. (This adds a little personal touch to the experience).
The room (Jaguar) was spacious, roomy and comfortable. My family of 4 fit very comfortably; we didn't feel like we were crammed into a small room. The beds were all very comfortable. The linens were very soft and lite, and kept us very comfortable during the night. Bathroom was very spacious and allowed for 3 people to easily fit if all "appliances" i.e shower, toilet and sink were taken (I know, too much info - but such is life, especially when traveling with a family). Bath linens were aplenty. I liked the fact of shampoo and body wash - it was 2 less things for me to pack. An added bonus was the floor mats. I LOVED this little bit.
The grounds were beat, clean and orderly. Felt very secure and safe. There is a safe in the room. Coffee maker. Sink and dorm fridge.
The only to be aware of is the slope in the shower. It's a little steep and if you aren't expecting it, and you put a lot of weight and force on the initial step(foot), you might slip.

Overall - a 5 star hostel which will be a repeat when we book for San Pedro again. More

  Everyone is very friendly and nice. This is my second stay with Drift Inn. Having the restaurant and pool of the Sandbar gives this place all it needs... read more to make for an affordable vacation. Close to town. Property is clean. Our room this time was located near the front desk which made for some early mornings with all the congregating that happens in that area. We will definitely stay here again (on the second floor). I highly recommend.

  Location can't be beat.... right on the beach. Everything was as expected and staff were accommodating and friendly. My wife and I stayed from Dec 1, 2021 for 3 nights.... read more />
The only issue I had was that we were told at check in that the adjacent restaurant would offer guests of the Drift Inn a 10% discount. The restaurant did not honour that and told us the offer ended 2 years ago, yet the Drift Inn continues to tell guests about the expired discount. Not the end of the world, still a great place for budget minded people.

  Hands down one of the best spots to stay at in San Pedro.
The location is spot on as it is in the middle of town and steps away... read more from everything, wether it is restaurants, bars, grocery stores and tour operator offices. The rooms are spacious and clean and have all the amenities that one needs on a trip. The people that work there are the absolute best, so nice and very helpful! We absolutely loved it.
Would highly recommend staying here if anyone is planing a trip to San Pedro.

Thank you guys for making our stay so memorable, we will definitely be back 🙂

  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 can't find the words to say how amazing the staff at Drift Inn were! Stephanie and Pablo really went out of their way to assist with all of my... read more needs while staying here. There was never a no, and always a "let me see what I can do and get back to you as soon as possible". From the time I stepped foot at Drift Inn to the time I left, always a helping hand a reach away.
While I was staying here, I was provided with a list of places to visit, things to do, tours to take and they also recommended really great 'eat like a local' spots (they were all delicious and affordable). Pablo and Stephanie were also amazing at helping me maneuver through a small situation that arose with the rental of a golf cart, I will forever be in debt to them for being so knowledgeable, keeping me updated, and making sure that I felt safe the entire time I was there.
Drift Inn had clean and spacious rooms, I never felt like I was taking up other guests' space or vice versa. I love that there are separate toilets, showers, and sink stalls.
A must while you vacation in San Pedro. I will definitely be staying here once more when I am back in the summer with my family (their private rooms were also amazing!). More

  I had the best experience staying at Drift Inn! Clean and cozy room. You can walk outside room and be at the Bar and walk straight into the water. Walking... read more distance from restaurants and shops. The people were very friendly and welcoming everywhere. I travel a lot and have never felt so safe and relaxed on trip. 10/10 recommend. Looking forward to visiting again soon.

  I traveled to San Pedro back in the beginning of March 2021. The memories of this trip grow richer in my mind as time moves on. I remembered... read more we stayed at this amazing hotel called the Drift Inn.
The hotel and staff were absolutely perfect. Hailey and Stefanie were very friendly and took great care of us. The rooms were very clean, comfortable and cool and the warm showers felt spectacular. There is a very chill vibe around the hotel, the pizza parlor, and the bar out front which makes it easy to relax and make friends.
From this location it’s so easy to get to anything you could want, the beautiful beach, a brunch, morning coffee, or a divine dinner experience.
I took a picture of my footprint in the sand and realized that it would soon be washed over by the wind and waves. Don’t wait until it’s too late to leave your footprints there. I’ll be leaving mine again soon! 10/10 highly recommend!

  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

  We stayed here because we wanted to check out downtown San Pedro after staying at the Alaia. This was a great location, our room was clean and everyone... read more was very friendly. We will definitely be back and hopefully go out on some of the excursions offered thru the hotel.

  I have really enjoyed my stay here. Clean and friendly hotel and hostel tucked right off the beach. Stephanie with reception always helps make sure you are comfortable and has... read more good info on fun things to do. Convenient location right off from ferry and 35 min from secret Beach. Backpacker friendly ... Not a fancy gated resort type place but safe and good vibes : )