5 Miles North of San Pedro, San Pedro, Ambergris Caye Belize
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Matachica Resort is an extraordinary, authentic and peaceful resort that sits directly on the beach facing the Caribbean Sea and the second largest barrier reef on the planet earth. The resort has 30 single unit casitas, each air conditioned with private porch. All rooms except SeaView Cabanas have one king sized bed, SeaView Cabanas have two queens. We also have two two-bedroom 2-bathroom Villas. All with beautiful Frette and Matouk linens, and exquisite decor. Swimming pool, Jacuzzi, spa, sea kayaks, snorkel gear, pedal boats, paddle boards, bicycles, complimentary internet access. A minimum age requirement of 16 years for children applies.
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Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
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Yoga classes
Free breakfast
Beach
Bicycle rental
Free airport transportation
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Infinity pool
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Poolside bar
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As honeymooners, our priority was to relax, spend quality time together and not need to make too many plans in advance. Matachica delivered on that in many ways, though, there are a few things that I think folks should be prepared for. Starting with all the good--the casitas are beautiful. We were in Strawberry right on the beach and it was stunning and the bed was quite comfortable. The resort is really quiet and peaceful with a beautiful dock and amazing pool. They have complimentary kayaks and if you head out for about 10 mins, you'll be rewarded with a beautiful reef to snorkel around with no other groups nearby. They offer a good variety of excursions and we really enjoyed Mexico Rocks and Captains Table in particular and found all the guides and staff to be knowledgeable and friendly. Jade Spa was lovely and we loved playing with Taco, the resort dog. What can be improved--the air conditioning in the casita can only be felt if you're right in front of it. We ended up sleeping upside down on our bed because we kept overheating and not getting enough air. We were very aware of the location being far from San Pedro which we didn't mind at all, but what we didn't consider is that you will get stir crazy because there's truly nowhere else to go. You can't take a stroll along the beach because there are private properties who have signs saying you can't walk through. And if you try to walk on the main road, there are no sidewalks and giant piles of sorgassum that smell awful. We felt trapped. By far the biggest downside was the cost and quality of the food. When you're isolated, you are relying on the resort for all of your meals and the menu never changes. No specials, and very little seafood despite being on the beach. It's a carb-heavy menu and doesn't introduce you to the local flavors of Belize and after a few days, it gets boring. It's also wildly expensive. We knew we'd be paying more at a resort than in town, but these were more like San Francisco prices for very average food. In 4.5 days we spend $2,000 on food, two excursions, a spa treatment, and half day golf cart. I wouldn't come back or recommend Matachica because the value and quality just isn't there. …
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Wolfgang Brandl, General Manager at Matachica Resort
Responded 4 weeks ago
Dear sophiejs13 Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your recent stay with us. I am terribly sorry to hear that you were not entirely satisfied with the price and value of our restaurant menu. It is important to note that our menu, unlike any other in the country, has been curated by a wonderful and highly skilled team of both international and local chefs and offer fresh produce grown in our own Gaia organic garden, home-baked goods developed and baked by a professionally trained pastry chef and his team, and serves fresh seafood caught in the waters of Belize and Mexico. The menus offer fresh proteins- fish, seafood, pork, beef, poultry, tofu and fresh fruit and vegetables and from our point of view are not particularly carb heavy. As well, we make a concerted effort to offer a variety of local and Central American dishes, balanced by offering both international cuisine as well. The menus are unique, interesting and it is delicious. Equally distinctive is our location, set in a beautiful and very unique seaside environment with wonderful views of the reef and far from the noise and hustle of San Pedro. I am sorry that you were disappointed and that you didn’t appreciate the overall experience as much as we would have hoped you would. I am a bit surprised to hear that you found our resort's remote location from town to be a drawback. Ironically, we actually celebrate our location as a beautiful and peaceful escape, located just five miles (ten-minute boat ride, twenty-minute golf cart ride) from the bustle of San Pedro town. Close enough to get into town, but mercifully far enough to escape to our slice of quiet and intimacy. Most of our guests are pleased to visit town once or perhaps twice during their stay, but typically prefer to stay put and enjoy the tranquility of our location. For those who are looking for more action, the bar scene or nightlife, Matachica is not an ideal destination. Had we known that this was a priority, we would have counselled you to opt for alternatives more centrally located. We are glad that you appreciated the unique access to the reef, the beauty of our casitas, the fun of the Captain's Table experience, and our beautiful pool, pier and seafront and that you were able to enjoy our personalized tours and our wonderful Jade spa. Hopefully those will provide wonderful memories that will surpass your disappointment with the menu pricing and selection. Thank you once again for choosing our resort and we truly appreciate your feedback. Best regards, Wolfgang Brandl Managing Director Matachica Resort & Gaia Riverlodge
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I had the good fortune to go to Matachica Resort for my son's wedding. The entire staff makes you feel so special, like you are part of a big family. It is peaceful at the resort, it's a great place to relax, unwind, and ground yourself. The food is so delicious, and is presented beautifully by the helpful wait staff. There is plenty to do if you are so inclined. And if you don't want to do anything, the grounds provide numerous ways and places to relax. I found great solace at the end of the main dock. I fell asleep to the sounds of the waves crashing over the reef in the distance. I hope to go back again! Thank you for making me feel so special!!
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Date of stay: May 2022
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Response from Joelie Lucero, Marketing at Matachica Resort
Responded 26 May 2022
Hello Mike, Thank you so much for your review! It's our pleasure to host you and happy that you enjoyed your stay with us. The team will be thrilled to know that you had a great holiday with us in Belize and we look forward to seeing you again.
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This was my first time visiting Belize and I am so happy that Matachia was referred to me as a place to stay. It did not disappoint from the welcome at the airport to the farewell at the airport It was exceptional service. Everyone that worked at the resort was, professional, friendly, and there was nothing that they wouldn’t do to make your stay more pleasurable. The bungalows were beautiful and all of the amenities were on point. I fell in love with the netting over the bed. So much so that when I came home, I almost couldn’t sleep in my own bed because I did not have the netting. Lol. All of the tours that were arranged by the resort for adventurous and exciting. There was always something a little extra on each of the tours that we did not expect. Again, this comes down to paying great attention to details and knowing what your guest might want or need. The meals were very good. My husband and I love fish and seafood, and there was plenty on the menu to choose from. I went fishing for the first time and caught quite a few fish. And they were cleaned and filleted by the men on the boat. And , the chef in the kitchen prepare the fish three ways for our dinner that night and I have to tell you it was so delicious. One of the nights they offered a captains table 5 course menu. I highly recommend that if you are going to be there during the time when they have these special menus take a vantage of it. Not only was the food delicious, but also the company and conversation you get to meet and mingle with some of the other people at the resort that you normally just say hello in passing. We had a couples massage in the spa that was soothing and relaxing. We definitely plan to return if we are ever in Belize again. We highly recommend this resort if you’re looking for luxury and relaxation. It happened to be my birthday while I was there, and they decorated my room so nicely again going the extra mile. Thanks, Matachica 😊…
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Wolfgang Brandl, General Manager at Matachica Resort
Responded 24 Aug 2023
Dear TRAVELHAIR, First and foremost, we appreciate your patronage. Secondly, your comments and insights in your review are flattering. We are very happy & satisfied that we managed to deliver hospitality matching the meaning. We hope to be able to welcoming you in the future again (with a combination trip to our sister property GAIA in the rainforest of the country maybe? Check our reef & rainforest package!). Best regards from all of us, Team Matachica
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We just returned from this beautiful resort and we're already planning another visit! The casitas are beautiful and cozy, all the staff were friendly and helpful and the food was awesome - especially the pastries. It was so serene and relaxing, but there were ample opportunities for adventure too. The reef is easy to reach by kayak and snorkeling there was amazing. We can't wait to go back!
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Wolfgang Brandl, General Manager at Matachica Resort
Responded 20 Aug 2023
Dear loribH9467JJ, Thank you for your positive feedback and we surely look forward to welcoming you back. Consider a combination trip with our sister property GAIA in the rainforest of Belize. Nestled in the Maya Mountains in the far West of the country. Thanks again and best regards Wolfgang Brandl Matachica & Gaia
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The wife and I stayed here for 3 nights in July. The property was so quiet and peaceful during our stay. No running or loud kids and the bar area didn't have annoying or typical "island" music playing. The room was comfortable and spacious enough for the 2 of us. I really liked the insulated pitcher of ice cold water they refreshed daily. Ice does not last long in Belize, so being able to sip this in the middle of the night was great I primarily stuck to the fruit and pastries for breakfast which were pretty good. The wife explored the menu and I "helped" whenever I could. The pool was AMAZING! Somehow it was the perfect temperature. In the July heat, that is difficult to do because it wasn't too cold or hot. It was the most relaxing resort I have stayed at. If am back on the island, I would definitely stay here again!…
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Wolfgang Brandl, General Manager at Matachica Resort
Responded 20 Aug 2023
Dear Trueohioplaya Thank you for sharing your positive feedback Glad to know that you took great memories home. Best regards Wolfgang Brandl Management
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This place is amazing. The staff are some of the best in Belize. The grounds were immaculate and constantly being trimmed, raked, cleaned. The food was out of this world and the service was like staying. Both food options are phenomenal. You really can't go wrong. I also wanted to give a shout out to Geo/Egar for our tours. We booked 3 experiences through the resort and we NOT disappointed. The first was the "Schmooze Cruise" it was a blast. The captain Juliuz was super laid back, very well educated in all things aquatic and a pleasure to hang with. He allowed me free reign jumping off the boat and having a generally great time. The second was the Hol Chan/Shark Alley. We had Juliuz again as our captain which made it so much better! Having already hung out previously he knew what we liked and helped make our trip extra special. With just myself and my wife on board we were able to move independently and Juliuz took us to the back of the reef which was beautiful and way less crowded. Lastly we booked the Cave Tubing/Zip Line adventure. Darrell was our guide and he was SO GOOD. He has a love and knowledge of the country that shined through in everything he said. He deep understanding of the natural world in Belize was unmatched. Zip line is independent from the guide then he literally guided us through the save tubing adventure. I never felt unsafe or frustrated with anything we did and that was all thanks to him. So easy and so much fun! I would recommend anyone planning a visit to Matachica to seriously consider booking your tours through them. Sure it is comparatively a bit more than doing it yourself but the level of personalized care was SO WORTH IT. Lastly I wanted to thank Marvin our bartender extraordinaire. He is LITERALLY the bets bartender in the country (seriously he won a contest) He was polite and gracious and an all around a rock star behind the bar. Carlos was also very friendly and offered us some great insight into the rich history of Matachica and Belize. We loved our stay here and will highly recommend this place to anyone headed that way even for only a brief visit. Matachica is truly a hidden gem of this beautiful country. Thank you all for such a wonderful stay. -Dragonfruit…
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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My husband and I loved this resort and the staff is THE BEST! Marvin, the bartender, makes amazing drinks, and Archy is an awesome waiter. They have fun activities planned for all days of the week making your stay extra fun and special, such as taco Tuesday, rum starting Wednesday, and captains dinner on Monday and Friday which I highly recommend. There are snorkeling gear, paddle boards and kayaks that you can take out that are complimentary to your stay! The cleanliness of the resort is spectacular also! They have maid service not just one a day, but twice a day! Also, the food is so delicious and fresh. They have a bakery on site and make all of their breads and pastries! We will definitely be returning 🤗
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Wolfgang Brandl, General Manager at Matachica Resort
Responded 20 Aug 2023
Dear 2727graceas We truly appreciate your time to share your positive review and kind comments. We are happy to know that you enjoyed your stay with us and hopefully we will have the opportunity of welcoming you back in the future. Best regards Wolfgang Brandl Matachica & Gaia
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Matachica is the best! We loved this resort. The location is so far from everything that you feel soooo private. But you can easily bike of golf cart to town or closer places to explore. The cleanliness of the resort is spectacular! The food is incredible. They have a bakery on site and make all of their breads and pastries! The salads are amazing and the seafood is all so fresh! The staff is 5+ stars! Everyone was so kind and thoughtful and helpful! We will be returning!!
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Wolfgang Brandl, General Manager at Matachica Resort
Responded 23 Jul 2023
Dear Merciort Thank you for your positive comments, we are happy to know that we were able to impress. (small note: pasta is also homemade, along with bread & pastries!). We look forward to welcoming you soon again (with a combination trip to GAIA our property in the rainforest of the country. Many vegetables, lettuce & fruits at Matachica are coming from the organic garden at our lodge in the "Mountain Pine Ridge"). Until then & with best regards Wolfgang Brandl Managing Director
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The most AMAZING resort. The attention to detail at this place is second to NONE! We stayed in the aqua oceanfront casita. It was paradise……..large sliding glass doors that opened up to the ocean, private hot tub on the beach, hammock, and luxurious living space. The breeze kept all the bugs away. The staff was superb. They provide a water taxi from tropic air to the resort(what a way to start a trip) AND a complementary drink upon arrival. The full day Caye Caulker excursion from Matachica with Job and Erron was amazing! They took care of everything and made our trip so specia! They brought ceviche, adult beverages, water, fresh fruit, and cookies! Job was an excellent boat captain and very knowledgeable of the marine life. Erron even stayed between me and the sharks at Shark Ray Alley. The spa was amazing and aromatherapy massage with my husband was so relaxing. The ladies at reception were so sweet and catered to every need. Can’t wait to return to this place! …
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Wolfgang Brandl, General Manager at Matachica Resort
Responded 23 Jul 2023
Dear rebeccav31, We appreciate your kind words and positive feedback. So happy to know that you enjoyed your vacation time here with us. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. To see more of this amazing country we suggest a combination trip with our sister property GAIA. A resort nestled in the rainforest of the country, just in front of the river & water falls. Let me know for any arrangements in the future (wolfgang@matachica.com), we are looking forward to welcoming you again!!! Best regards Wolfgang & Team Matachica
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This was an incredible place for couples to enjoy the beauty of Belize. We had an amazing time snorkeling with Job (our guide) with sharks and turtles. The food and service was incredibly, especially Archy and Julio. We began our trip with a boat ride from the airport to the resort and were met with a drink of our choice upon arrival. It truly was incredible! We will be coming back to this beautiful place. We thought many times that the resort felt like walking around HBO’s “The White Lotus.”
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: We had some sea grass in early June, but the grounds crew were constantly cleaning it up!
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Response from Wolfgang Brandl, General Manager at Matachica Resort
Responded 23 Jul 2023
Dear N2023MVphillipd, Thank you for your time to post this rteview. We really appreciate to know that you had a great time and were able to take forever memories home. If we have the honors to welcome you again in the future, please consider a combination with our sistser property GAIA on the mainland and in the rainforest of Belize. Best regards Wolfgang Brandl & Team
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$343 - $615 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
matachica beach hotel san pedro, matachica beach san pedro
FORMERLY KNOWN AS
Matachica Beach Resort
LOCATION
BelizeBelize CayesAmbergris CayeSan Pedro
NUMBER OF ROOMS
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Frequently Asked Questions about Matachica Resort
Which popular attractions are close to Matachica Resort?
Nearby attractions include Wayos Beach Bar (7.4 km), The Gallery of San Pedro (7.6 km), and Secret Beach (5.5 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Matachica Resort?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and a pool.
Which room amenities are available at Matachica Resort?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, blackout curtains, and a mosquito net.
What food & drink options are available at Matachica Resort?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Matachica Resort?
Conveniently located restaurants include Garage Seafood & Steakhouse, Cool Beans Café, and Aji Tapa Bar & Restaurant.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Matachica Resort?
Yes, guests have access to a pool and yoga classes during their stay.
Does Matachica Resort have an airport shuttle?
Yes, Matachica Resort offers an airport shuttle for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Does Matachica Resort have airport transportation?
Yes, Matachica Resort offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Matachica Resort?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Spanish.