3 Best Hotels in Fort George, Belize City

After an extensive remodeling, the former Radisson has gone from worn chain to independent hotel and once again claims its spot as the city's top accommodation, complete with panoramic views of the sea from its more expensive rooms. Dominating the historic Fort George district, the large international-style hotel's best rooms are in the modern glass-fronted six-story tower with sea views. Dining options include the Tree House, which bustles in the morning and becomes more subdued as the day progresses. Opt for drinks and appetizers at the SeaViche Bar, or pastries at Le Petit Café. Unwind with a full range of spa treatments. Remodeling continues at this writing but is not inconvenient or obtrusive if you stay here. The Fort George is a popular first-night, last-night choice before heading out to the hinterlands. Reservations are always advised. 

An oasis in the middle of an often-sweltering city, Harbour View positions rooms and cottages around a lush, shaded garden, just up the street from the BELIZE sign and the Baron Bliss Lighthouse. (If you need more cooling-off than relaxing in one of the seats the garden provides, there's always a dip in one of the two pools here.) Rooms, with wood floors, are decorated in a riot of tropical colors. We recommend opting for the similarly furnished and more spacious cottages; they run only BZ$50 more than the rooms. Many of your fellow guests are here to partake of the daily yoga and meditation classes and spa treatments, but that is not a prerequisite for staying here. Under the same ownership, the vegan/vegetarian Martha’s Café sits right across the street. The entire property is no-smoking.

Among Fort George's most appealing sights is the colonial facade of this large wooden 1927 house, converted into a fine inn. Every room is different. The large rooms have polished antique-pine floors, with modern conveniences such as Wi-Fi. However, you'll have to climb some stairs to get to your room, as there is no elevator. Tiers of wraparound verandas allow you to relax while taking in the sea breeze. A light continental breakfast is included in the room rate. All rooms are nonsmoking.