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  • Hotel class: 4 of 5
  • Rooms: 5
Description: Villas and cabanas with ceiling fans, situated on four acre private island resort, three miles from San Pedro. This description is based on information provided by the hotel.
Address:
Cayo Espanto Island
San Pedro, Ambergris Caye
Belize
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( 5-9 of 27 )
“Careful on what they DON'T tell you”

Cayo Espanto

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2 of 5 stars
TriedToRelax
Campbell
Apr 14, 2008
2/4 found this review helpful

For our honeymoon in August of 2000, we stayed in Belize for 4 days, then as a surprise to my wife, I booked Cayo Espanto for 3 days.

She LOVES the water, so immeidately upon arriving, we hopped into the water, only to find out that you can't go swimming. A few seconds after jumping into the water, we noticed things biting us. The only way to enjoy the water was to take an excursion somewhere away from the island, each of which they charged for.

Beyond that, they suggest that you can have meals outside, but when we did, we were eaten alive by the bugs.

So, for 3 days, we stayed in the wading pool, and had meals inside... My wife wanted to leave after the 2nd day, but we had no where to go. She was miserable most of the time, and on the last day, just cried saying, "I want to go home."

Overall, the grounds are very nice, and the service was prompt, but there are just a lot of things that they just don't tell you about the island that I think they should... If I would have known all of these items, I would have never stayed there.

So, if you do decide to book here, be sure you ask a lot of questions, and expect to say on the island or in your hut. Although your surrounded by water, you can't go in it. That probably explains why the photo of the two in the water are away from the island...

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Drinks along with peace and quiet
    • Disliked — Water and food
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TriedToRelax's Summary
Date of Stay: August 2004
Traveled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Honeymoon
Age group: 35-49
Member since: April 14, 2008
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
probably not
I recommend this hotel for:
A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, People with disabilities, Older travelers, Great pool scene, Pet owners, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun, Great food / Wine
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Average price*: $1,567 (year-round)
“One of my Best Vacations”

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5 of 5 stars
bhhock
Florida
Feb 25, 2008
2/2 found this review helpful

Cayo Espanto was a deram come true. We expected to have a very nice time on a private island but it turned into something much better. We were treated almost like royalty with every detail thought out. The staff was beyond great and they were trained to be as accomodating as required. The accomadations were luxurious and the views fot e ocean were spectacular. We spent 4 days and wished we were there for 40 days.

This was a perfect vacation.

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bhhock's Summary
Date of Stay: February 2008
Member since: March 10, 2006
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Average price*: $1,567 (year-round)
“Heaven on Earth”

Cayo Espanto

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5 of 5 stars
abrouss
Florida
Feb 8, 2008
2/2 found this review helpful
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I dream at night that when I wake up I will be back at Cayo Espanto! This is truly a beautiful place. My husband and I got married in our Casita last July in a private ceremony. The setting was perfect! The food, staff, and privacy are all what you would expect (and then some!) There really is nothing like catching a snapper in the morning and having it prepared so perfectly for lunch!! This place is heaven on earth!
From the private beach excursion, to the hobie cat sailing, to the flats fishing and diving - true perfection.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — professional staff, outstanding food, beautiful location
    • Disliked — having to leave!
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abrouss's Summary
Date of Stay: July 2007
Traveled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Honeymoon
Age group: 25-34
Member since: February 08, 2008
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, People with disabilities, Older travelers, Great pool scene, Pet owners
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, Girlfriend getaway, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun, Outdoor / Adventure, Great food / Wine, Other
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“Love this place it is heaven”

Cayo Espanto

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5 of 5 stars
seashore1
New Jersey
Jan 28, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

This place is absolutely wonderful. I can s till taste the lime bisque soup!!!! Obed was more then WONDERFUL there is nothing more then can do for you!!!!
It was an awesome experience. I felt Relaxed and Rejovenuated to come home even though I wish I could live right there. Going into San Pedro you felt save and it was wonderful so you are not locked onto the island.
We went SCUBA diving and GERMAN WAS AWESOME!!!!
Heis the best and the diving and fishing was great!!! And guess what USA MONEY IS WORTH TWO TO ONE!!!!!!

LOVE IT

The Samarelli's
WE WILL BE BACK CAN"T WAIT LLOKING TO MOVE THERE

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seashore1's Summary
Date of Stay: January 2008
Member since: January 28, 2008
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“Couldn't be better!”

Cayo Espanto

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5 of 5 stars
SueCQMIA
Miami, FL
Jan 24, 2008
2/2 found this review helpful

My husband and I had the pleasure of staying at Cayo Espanto in Belize in January of 2007. Of all the beautiful places we've traveled, we had never seen a place so beautiful and peaceful. The accomodations were luxurious but you felt like you were in the islands. The grounds were so well kept that we couldn't imagine when or how they did it. You never saw anyone working but it was always done. The staff deserves not just 5 stars but 10! We have never been treated better. Everything we ever needed or wanted was provided. And the food........the finest restaurants in the world couldn't compete with the chefs at Cayo. Everything was tailor made for us. We have never felt so relaxed in our lives. There was plenty to do but we just enjoyed the beautiful views and relaxation.

If you like pampering, this is the place for you!

If anyone has a chance to vist Cayo, DO IT! You won't be disappointed.

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SueCQMIA's Summary
Date of Stay: January 2007
Member since: January 24, 2008
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