Matachica Beach Resort and Spa

We had a wonderful stay for our anniversary trip. The hotel was clean and well appointed, the food was delicious and the service accommodating.

We did a day pass for two at Matachica and had a really great experience overall. We arrived around 1pm and still had plenty of time to enjoy everything before leaving around 5pm. The property is beautiful, very clean, and has a relaxed, upscale vibe that’s perfect if you’re looking to unwind without crowds. The pool area ended up being our favorite spot—comfortable loungers, good shade, and great service. We didn’t use the beach during our visit, but the dock and beachfront areas are still nice for the views and atmosphere. Food and drinks were very good—the fish sandwich in particular was excellent—and the day pass credit was easy to use. We almost used the full amount without even trying. We had about $8 left over, and the reception staff kindly allowed us to apply it toward the service charge, which we appreciated. The staff overall was attentive and made the experience feel smooth and easy throughout the day. Only minor note—the sun can be intense on the daybeds during peak afternoon hours, although umbrellas are available. Having shaded areas by the pool made a big difference for us. Overall, a great option if you want a quiet, adults-only atmosphere with good food, drinks, and a relaxing vibe. Would definitely recommend for a day p

Best resort on Ambergris Caye. The food was amazing, the rooms were clean and beautiful, and best of all, the staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating. The entire experience felt genuine and we had a wonderful trip. We will be retuning!

We booked Matachica Resort as part of their 'Rainforest and Reef' package, and opted to get to Matchica after a few days at Gaia Riverlodge. Getting to Matachica involves taking a small plane (Tropic Air, very professional) and then getting on a boat to the property. Everyone involved in the transfer and welcome was very friendly and professional. True to our experience with both properties, they are well run and well staffed with capable, friendly and warm people who aim to make your stay as pleasant as possible. To be upfront, and the property is as upfront as they can be about it, there is sargassum on the coast. They remove it, people seem to always be at the beach raking and removing it, but there is a sulfurous smell at various times at the property. This seems to be true of many places along the same shoreline. The smell seems to get into the water in the rooms a little as well. They do what they can against a difficult situation. There are also some bugs, but that's true of most places around the same area. We initially were booked in one of the beachfront casitas (all of the rooms are named for fruits) but we asked if there were any alternatives, and the very friendly staff upgraded us to a nicer one. The rooms all have air conditioning, thank goodness, and it gets nice and cool for those who like a cool room for sleeping. Our room staff were great, so friendly and cheerful - I had hurt my ankle, so they brought ice and a type of topical salve that helped me a lot. They also brought pastries every night, different ones each time with recipe cards. Lovely little touches. The food, similar to Gaia, was very good, the bars have a great variety and friendly people. The last evening we booked the Captain's Table dinner, which was excellent, even better than their regular menu with a detailed history of Belize woven into the different courses. We also took part in a rum tasting that was a lot of fun. They offer a van to take you to the other side of the island, so we visited Mistico beach club, a nice free outing and a good change of scene (no seaweed). All told, we enjoyed our visit to Matachica, in part due to the high quality of the food, drink, property and amenities, but mainly due to the people. The friendliness and warmth of the people really set the property apart and make a visit really worth while.

The hospitality, views, amenities, food, pool, experiences and the suites were amazing. The A/C in the room could have been cooler but it was still comfortable.

I have always had Belize on my wishlist of places to visit, and we were looking for a warm location that was fairly easy to get to, for a 7 night trip to just relax and unwind. After some research, we decided to stay at Matachica for 7 nights. We’ve stayed in some fairly exclusive resorts in other countries, so this seemed like we’d get the peace and quiet we appreciate, with great service and excellent food. Upon arrival at the little airport, we were picked up and escorted to the hotel via boat - a lovely way to start the trip. It was very early, around 9am, so they immediately offered us breakfast and a warm welcome. The hotel itself is adorable - the little colorful casitas dotted around the property are so cute, each named after a fruit that most closely aligns to the color of the building. We were in Pear. A perfect location one row back from the beach, but with a nice view from our porch, where we spent countless hours reading in the late afternoons and early mornings. Sadly, we were there during sargassum season, so we weren’t able to enjoy the beach as much as we’d hoped. The hotel did an amazing job cleaning it up each day, but it’s near impossible to keep up with the amount generated each day. When we were planning the trip, we thought we might venture off property for dinner a few times, and had picked a few places in town. After a few meals at the resort, we cancelled all our plans to eat elsewhere, as the food at both restaurants was amazing and the menu variety is outstanding so you literally don’t need to leave. We had 7 dinners here and I only repeated a dish once, by choice. The desserts and bread will BLOW you away. Breakfast each day always included two pastries, and both were always so good. The baking going on at this restaurant is incredible. We did several excursions with the hotel and would highly recommend the Hol Chan & Shark Alley excursion. We also did the private sunset snorkel, and while we enjoyed it, it’s too expensive for what you get. I think they should make this a small group activity to offset/share the cost. I would recommend finding another way to snorkel at Mexico rocks in a group setting. Lastly, we had the hotel organize an all day flat fishing trip, which was great, they packed a nice lunch for us and we had a good time. In advance of our arrival, we booked a 90 minute couples aromatherapy massage on our second day to unwind and pamper ourselves. We were both really pleased with our massages. We like it so much we booked a second one for the last day of our trip! We did end up renting a golf cart to explore the island, and while we are glad we did, you really only need a golf cart for a day or two. First, the drive to town is so slow as the roads are terrible. Also, the town of San Pedro wasn’t all that great. I love to shop and buy locally made souvenirs, but the quality and selection at the stores left me underwhelmed. The town felt more run down than quaint, and that makes me sad. This island has so much potential, but it’s just not being cared for in the way that I had hoped. We also drove to Secret Beach to check it out, and while the water was calm and clear, the vibe was not for us. We are not party people, and it felt like it was set up for permanent spring break. However, we did go to the end of the road to the left to Mistico, which someone at Matachica recommended, and it was less crowded and a more relaxed atmosphere. Overall, I give Matachica 5 stars. The service, the food, the rooms, the spa and the pool were amazing. I’m so glad we came to experience the barrier reef and Belize.

Loved our stay here for the most part. Our villa was super comfortable and was steps from the sea. The sargassum took away from the entire experience however, which is not the fault of the resort. We were unable to swim out into the ocean, and even from the pier, there is no way to avoid the sargassum. They do have kayaks you can take out to the edge of the reef to swim, but have to avoid the boat traffic. The staff were great, the food was also very good, and we enjoyed the pool.

From the moment we arrived at Matachica, it was clear this place operates on a completely different level. The service is truly unmatched—every single staff member introduced themselves, remembered our names, and even picked up on our preferences in a way that felt incredibly personal and intentional. It’s a level of attention to detail I’ve honestly never experienced at any other property. The property itself is stunning—peaceful, beautifully designed, and perfectly removed from the crowds. Yes, it’s a bit of a journey to get there, but that distance is exactly what makes it so special. The quiet, the privacy, the feeling of being completely immersed—it’s worth every second of the trip out. The sargassum was definitely noticeable during our stay and did make the beach less usable, even beyond the pier at times. That said, what stood out was how hard the team worked to manage it. You could tell they were constantly clearing it and doing everything possible to minimize the impact—something completely out of their control, but handled with real care and effort. What makes Matachica feel so luxurious is that nothing feels transactional. The complimentary transportation, the seamless service, the way everything just flows—you’re not constantly being nickel-and-dimed. You’re simply taken care of. And the food—honestly unbelievable. Every single meal was better than the last. It became something we genuinely looked forward to each day. Matachica isn’t just a beautiful resort—it’s an experience defined by thoughtful hospitality, incredible attention to detail, and a team that clearly takes pride in what they do. I cannot wait to come back.

The staff are absolutely fantastic. Moses, Steve, and everyone else who helped us during our stay really made our visit that much more special. It is probably the best resort in all of San Pedro. Downsides: it is advertised that you can snorkel on the resort, but you can’t really do any snorkeling without a guide. The dock is too murky to snorkel from and you need to go further out. And none of it is really complimentary, so this is not the resort for you if your priority is to snorkel on your own off shore. The resort itself is beautiful, but it’s not really private. You can see right into your neighbor’s casita if you have your windows open. The last downside (which is out of the resort’s control) is the sargassum. You can smell it throughout the whole resort. The staff did the best that they can to clean it up, but it is just too much. Honestly, for anyone visiting a Belizean island, I’d highly recommend staying somewhere opposite the side of the sargassum. However, if that’s not an option, then Matachica is your best bet.

The entire vibe and feel of the resort was relaxing. We stayed 4 nights and didn’t feel the need to leave the resort once.