These Are the Best Overwater Bungalows in Belize to Book in 2026

Thatch Caye is an all-inclusive, private island paradise with cozy Caribbean overwater bungalows 25 minutes by speedboat from mainland Belize. It is eco-friendly and has a kind of rustic, barefoot-chic vibe. It caters to no more than 30 people at any one time too and so feels relatively intimate and exclusive, but with a friendly, communal atmosphere. Numerous activities are offered at Thatch Caye and your days can be as busy or as peaceful and relaxed as you may wish.   Overwater Bungalows & On-Land Penthouses: Barefoot Luxury We have a choice of beach cabanas and overwater bungalows here. The latter are divided between Standard and Premium with the standard units being three bungalows sitting practically right beside each other just off the shore. Thus they’re really not ideal if privacy is what you’re after. But for a group of friends, if booked together, they could be perfect. We think the premium overwater bungalows on the other hand offer a huge amount of privacy. Though they are pretty much the same internally as the standard bungalows they have their own private walkway so feel very secluded. They don’t cost all that much more so we believe an upgrade to these premium bungalows will make sense to most people, especially those seeking a romantic getaway. Both have 320 sq. ft of nicely furnished and very comfortable space, including an outside terrace, so they’re not enormous but are certainly cozy and romantic. On shore, we have a choice of beach cabanas, divided into Standard, Premier, and Penthouse, with the Penthouse being the most desirable and most expensive. It is the largest at 441 sq ft and offers views over the open ocean from the terrace. In line with the island’s back-to-nature, modern-life detox philosophy none of the accommodations has Wi-Fi (or TV) but you can find both in the common areas – The Grove and Coco Lounge – described below.   All-Inclusive Rates & Current Availability Enter your dates & check prices here at Expedia.   Communal Dining: Farm-to-Table Belizean Cuisine Between its three all-inclusive restaurants/cafes/bars, the food at Thatch Caye is well received by guests, with much of the ingredients coming from their own organic gardens. We start every day with a made-to-order breakfast where you’ll find international staples alongside more Belizean choices, plenty of tropical fruits and juices, and good coffee. The breakfast is served in Coco Lounge, with one of the resort’s other venues, The Grove, then opening for lunch – full meals and various smaller bites, with much wonderful fresh seafood are all there, and they can also arrange food for you to take away on excursions, boat trips, picnic food, etc. In the evening The Grove is Deep Dive: Read the Review…

St. George’s Caye, Belize, is a scenic private island with overwater bungalows near the Caribbean’s largest, and the world’s second-largest, barrier reef. We think it offers adventure and excitement on the one hand (it is a popular vacation spot for divers for example) and peace and tranquility on the other (honeymooners come here too). The food is highly praised, with breakfast, lunch, and dinner included in the room rate, the service is great and the atmosphere is relaxed, warm, and friendly. It sells itself as a luxury resort but we think the accommodation, including the overwater bungalows, though charming and comfortable, may be a tad underwhelming for the price range. Despite the oversell, though, we think the resort, the island, and the general atmosphere of the place make it a unique and very enjoyable place to spend time in.   Rustic Overwater Bungalows, Plus Beachfront & Garden View Suites We have a choice of broadly similar thatched roof cabanas, all doubles/twins in three different locations – Overwater, Beachfront & Garden, with the Oceanfront being the most expensive, the Garden cheapest, and the Overwater in the middle price range. In the vast majority of resorts, the overwater accommodation is the most expensive choice but not at St. George’s. This is, we imagine, because they are quite closely huddled together, in a half circle facing the sea, and therefore offer less privacy than other cabanas. Some people may like this almost sociable setting but if it’s a relaxing romantic sojourn you’re after then you’d be far better off in a Garden or Oceanfront Bungalow, with the latter being our favorite. All the cabanas are pretty much the same size (roughly 380 sq ft.) and design and are rustic, romantic, and cozy with thatched roofs and lots of native wood furniture and fittings. We have air-con and a mini fridge here but not much more in terms of modern facilities. Wifi for example is only available in the main building. Outside all have nice verandahs with hammocks and seating. The overwaters are just offshore and don’t have private access to the water, you can go for a dip though by just stepping out the front door.   St. George’s Caye Rates & Availability Check out all the details at Booking.com here or at Expedia.com here. Note: There is a minimum stay of four nights.   Adventure on the Reef: Diving, Snorkeling & Island Spa The island has two beaches, the one on the eastern side being the largest and where most people spend more time in. The resort also has a saltwater swimming pool. You can snorkel just offshore – snorkel gear as well as paddle boards Hobie cats etc. are all free to Deep Dive: Read the Review…