My husband and I stayed there for one night. The room was comfortable, the front staff was courteous, the hotel rate was good, but the area was a bit intimidating at night. Take a taxi or walk with at least one other person after dark...

I was fortunate enough to travel to Belize in 2002 on a trip with some students from my college. A few of us arrived a day early so that we could get a feel for the area. We met some wonderful people that worked at the Belize internation airport, JB the owner of the restaurant/bar as well as two others that worked for Continental Airlines. Having arrived early we didnt have any reservations at a local hotel so our new friends call Hotel Mopan and reserved us a room. They told us it was the best place to stay in the city and they couldn't have been more correct. The rooms were clean and the location was very quaint. I awoke to the sound of a parakeet greeting the morning. They have a restaurant on site that is reasonably priced and serves wonderful food. The hotel is tucked away in quiet lovely little neighborhood, it is but a short distance from a gorgeous view of the water, although I wouldnt suggest trying to swim. There is a beautiful cathedral, as was mentioned in one of the other reviews, that exudes a historical feel. Also the hotel is but a few blocks from the local market area. I should also mention that they have a beautiful screened in porch with wonderfully confortable chairs. It is easy to sit there and while away the afternoon with a Belikan Beer, the local brew that is absolutely wonderful. I highly recomend staying at this hotel while in the city. They are welcoming and delightful. If you want to stay somewhere that provides a comfortable environment without being overrun by tourists this is the place to do it.

I've read several reviews on Belize from past travelers before embarking on a 5 day trip to Belize myself. Unlike most of the reviews I read. I found belize to be a friendly place. Its not like the United states but If I wanted it to be I would have not traveled to belize!. The people were friendly! I stayed at the Hotel Mopan which is located in Belize City. My stay was very enjoyable and the pricing was great. Most tourist go for the Ft. George or Princess hotel . I on the other hand wanted to stay in a non tourist area and get to know the city and its people. The room was clean, the staff was helpful and friendly, the breakfast was great , and it was located near the sea wall so that when you sat out on the patio you could see the water and watch the locals bike by. The decor in the room was simple in that there was a bed, tv, bathroom, ceiling fan or ac. There is internet services at the hotel for 1.50 US dollars (for 30 minutes). The climate in Belize is hot so I would recommend you dress accordingly. I will never forget my trip to Belize and look forward to returning in the near future. I hope that your stay is as enjoyable as mine. Keep an open mind when traveling to Belize City.... embrace its culture and its people.

We spent one night at Hotel Mopan - it wasn't luxurious by any means, but it was okay. My only big complaint is that they didn't have a restaurant like their website advertises, they only serve breakfast in their breakfast room (check out the wild circular portrait on the wall in here). They do have a bar, too, which was nice at the end of a long day travelling. The guy at the front desk wasn't exactly Mr. Happy. We chose Hotel Mopan because it's in a more local neighborhood, rather than the more touristy Fort George area where the cruise ship passengers come in, but it's considered as safe as the Fort George area. It's just one street over from Albert Street, which is the lively main commercial street of the city (it was quiet at the hotel at night, though), and only maybe half a mile from the water taxi terminal to the cayes. It was nice sitting out on the big front porch at night, enjoying the breeze, watching the occasional wave splash over the seawall a block away, and watching locals bicycle by every once in awhile. It's a little run down, but I think you have to expect that in Belize City. The price was certainly right at $50 a night.