About Matachica Resort & Spa
Matachica Resort & Spa is an adults-only boutique resort on the quieter northern part of Ambergris Caye, about five miles north of San Pedro. Its 33 casitas, bungalows and villas are spread along the oceanfront, every one a private unit rather than a room in a large building.
What sets it apart is the sense of seclusion. It feels far from town but is close enough for trips to San Pedro, and the resort describes its Mambo Restaurant as award-winning. It suits couples, honeymooners and adult travelers who want a romantic, barefoot-luxury hideaway with a spa and the reef in front.
At a glance
Highlights
- Adults-only hideaway north of San Pedro
- 33 private casitas, bungalows and villas
- Award-winning Mambo Restaurant
- Seafront suites with private plunge pools
Amenities
Rooms and suites
Every room is a private casita, bungalow or villa. Categories include:
- Seafront Luxury Suites with a private terrace and plunge pool
- Seafront Beach Casitas
- Seafront Luxury Villas
- Seabreeze Beach Casitas and Bungalows
- Seabreeze Luxury Villa
Seafront units face the water directly. The Seafront Luxury Suites, with their own terrace and plunge pool, are the most private choice for honeymooners.
Restaurants and bars
Dining is centered on Mambo, plus a casual bistro and a bar:
- Mambo Restaurant: the resort’s award-winning main restaurant
- Mambo Bistro: casual meals
- Danny’s Tree Bar: cocktails
Because the resort is north of town, most guests eat on site, though San Pedro’s restaurants are reachable by boat or golf cart.
Beach, pools and spa
Matachica sits on the oceanfront facing the barrier reef. There are two outdoor pools, and the Seafront Luxury Suites have their own plunge pools.
Jade Spa offers massages and other treatments.
Activities and entertainment
An on-site tour desk arranges snorkeling, diving, fishing and mainland excursions. Days here are slow by design, built around the beach, the pool, the spa and long dinners.
Ambergris Caye sits just inside the Belize Barrier Reef, the longest in the Western Hemisphere. Hol Chan Marine Reserve and Shark Ray Alley are a short boat ride from San Pedro and are the island’s best-known snorkel trips, and divers can book day trips to the Blue Hole. Most people get around the island by golf cart, and San Pedro town has plenty of casual restaurants and beach bars.
Who it’s best for
- Best for: couples, honeymooners and adults who want a secluded, romantic hideaway with character.
- Consider another resort if: you are traveling with children under 16, or you want to walk to San Pedro’s restaurants and bars.
Getting there from Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport
From Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport (BZE), take a short domestic flight or water taxi to San Pedro. Matachica is about five miles north of town, reached by boat or by road and golf cart.
Ask the resort to arrange your transfer from San Pedro when you book.
English is the official language of Belize, and the Belize dollar is fixed at two to one with the US dollar, which is accepted almost everywhere. Visitors need a valid passport. Tropic Air and Maya Island Air run short domestic flights from the international airport to San Pedro and Placencia, which saves a long drive or boat ride.
Good to know
- Adults only; guests must be 16 or older
- Not all-inclusive; meals are paid separately
- On-site tour desk for excursions
- Member logos include Small Luxury Hotels of the World
Location of Matachica Resort & Spa
FAQ about Matachica Resort & Spa
Is Matachica adults only?
Yes. Guests must be 16 or older.
Is Matachica all-inclusive?
No. Meals and drinks are paid separately.
Where is Matachica Resort located?
It is about five miles north of San Pedro on Ambergris Caye.
How do I get to Matachica from Belize City airport?
Fly or take a water taxi to San Pedro, then continue north by boat or road.
How many rooms does Matachica have?
There are 33 casitas and villas.
What restaurant is at Matachica?
Mambo Restaurant is the main restaurant, with Mambo Bistro and Danny's Tree Bar.
Does Matachica have a spa?
Yes. Jade Spa offers massages and treatments.
Do any rooms have private pools?
Yes. The Seafront Luxury Suites have private plunge pools.
Is Matachica good for honeymoons?
Yes. Its adults-only setting and private casitas make it popular with honeymooners.
Can I walk to San Pedro from Matachica?
Not easily. Town is about five miles south, so most guests go by boat or golf cart.
