By Isabel Prontes
Belize City is the biggest city in Belize, a Spanish-speaking nation in
Central America. The city is located along the coast of the
Caribbean Sea, and it has a very Caribbean ambiance and culture. Some of the city's notable landmarks and attractions include Baron Bliss Memorial, Fort George Lighthouse and the Swing Bridge. For those planning to visit Belize City, there are many fine hotels to choose from.
Hotel Mopan
The Hotel Mopan in Belize City has been in existence since 1973. It is located in the midst of downtown Belize City on the city's oldest street. It is in close proximity to many historical landmarks, museums, bus stations, restaurants, shops and entertainment options. The hotel is completely nonsmoking. The guest rooms all come with air conditioning, a fan, and high-speed wireless Internet access. There are three types of guest rooms: standard, patio and balcony.
Hotel Mopan
55 Regent St.
Belize City, Belize
011 (+501) 227 7351
www.hotelmopan.com
Orchid Garden Eco-Village Hotel
The Orchid Garden Eco-Village Hotel in Belize City is an ecologically sound accommodation that has both guest rooms and spacious two-bedroom suites (within cottages). The rooms are large and airy, and decorated with warm and vibrant colors. It is in close proximity to the Belize International Airport (less than 20 minutes away). The rooms all come with air conditioning and private bathrooms.
Orchid Garden Eco-Village Hotel
14.5 Mile, Western Highway
Belize City, Belize
011 (+501) 225 6991
trybelize.com
The Great House
The Great House in Belize City is a luxurious Caribbean-style accommodation that caters to both leisure and business travelers. Constructed in 1927, the hotel has a traditional colonial charm. Single and double guest rooms are available at this inn. All of the rooms come with high-speed wireless Internet access, cable television, ceiling fan, blow dryer, small refrigerator, coffee maker and a security safe. It is merely 110 yards from the waters of the Caribbean Sea.
The Great House
13 Cork St.
P.O. Box 85
Belize City, Belize
011 (+501) 223 3400
www.greathousebelize.com
Radisson Fort George Hotel and Marina
The Radisson Fort George Hotel and Marina in Belize City is a resort accommodation that has an inviting tropical landscape. The guest rooms are spacious and come with amenities such as cable television (with more than 100 free channels), direct dial phone, mini refrigerator, security safe, iron and ironing board and coffee maker. Some of the hotel facilities include an extensive exercise center, dive shop and two outdoor swimming pools.
Radisson Fort George Hotel and Marina
2 Marine Parade
Belize City, Belize
011 (+501) 223 3333
www.radisson.com/belizecitybz
Chateau Caribbean
The Chateau Caribbean Hotel faces the Caribbean Sea and lies along a scenic waterfront path but is close to shopping. The atmosphere of the hotel is romantic, intimate and colonial. The guest rooms are contemporary and have an undeniable Caribbean style. Some of the in-room amenities include air conditioning (climate control), international access phones and cable television. The hotel has a conference center for business travelers and seminars, workshops and meetings.
Chateau Caribbean
6 Marine Parade
P.O. Box 947
Belize City, Belize
011 (+501) 223 0800
www.chateaucaribbean.com
Telephoning Tips
To dial Belize City from the United States or Canada, first dial 011, then the country code (501), and the phone number. If dialing from outside the United States or Canada, dial 00 instead of 011.
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About the Author:
Isabel Prontes is a freelance writer and traveler residing in Manhattan, NY. She has traveled to five continents and counting. Her work has appeared on a number of websites, such as Travels, eHow.com and "Happy Living Magazine." Prontes has a professional background in public relations; she received a bachelor's degree in communication studies from Pace University.
