Family Resort · Ambergris Caye
Xanadu Island Resort
Families with elementary to pre-teen children who enjoy active, self-catering vacations and water sports.
FP
Kiddometer Family Fit
Family Preferred
Xanadu Island Resort offers strong family amenities like spacious suites, a kids' pool section, and complimentary activities, making it a Family Preferred choice.
Xanadu Island Resort caters to families with complimentary stays for children under 12 and spacious studios and suites featuring full kitchens. Guests can enjoy included activities like kayaking and bicycle rentals, fostering independent exploration and active family time.
Set directly on a Caribbean Sea beach facing the Belize Barrier Reef, Xanadu Island Resort offers a serene, eco-chic atmosphere amid palm trees. The accommodations, ranging from airy studios to three-bedroom suites, provide amenities like kitchens, sofas, dining tables, and separate living areas, making self-catering a convenient option for families. Children under 12 stay free, and the resort provides complimentary loaner bikes, kayaks, and paddleboards for exploring the island and its waters. An outdoor beachfront pool, complemented by a wading pool, offers places for relaxation and play, alongside opportunities for snorkeling and scuba diving on the nearby reef. The resort's location, just 2 km from John Greif II Airport, provides easy access to San Pedro town, which offers additional dining and activity options. Xanadu is well-suited for families seeking an active, self-sufficient vacation with direct beach access and marine exploration. Babysitting services and supervised kids' activities add flexibility for parents.
Family Snapshot
✓ Beachfront✓ Babysitting✓ Family Rooms✓ Grocery Nearby
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The UpsideThings Families Love
- ✓Spacious condominium-style suites with fully equipped kitchens, perfect for self-catering
- ✓Heated freshwater pool features a shallow section for safe toddler play
- ✓Complimentary use of bicycles, kayaks, paddleboards, and snorkel gear for active families
- ✓Nature walk with a waterfall and swing bridge for adventurous kids
- ✓Supermarket and bakery are conveniently located just outside the resort entrance
- ✓Cribs and highchairs available upon request for families with babies and toddlers
Before You BookThings to Know
- !No full-service restaurant on-site, though many dining options are a short walk or golf cart ride away
- !Ocean swimming directly in front of the resort is limited due to a seawall and seagrass
- !Hot tub is reserved for guests 14 years and older only
- !Getting to Ambergris Caye requires a connecting flight or water taxi from Belize City
- !Some multi-level suites have winding staircases, which might be a consideration with very young children
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LogisticsQuick Facts
| Price | $$$$ · Luxury |
| Price Note | From $455-$520/night in peak season (January-April 2027) for a 2-bedroom suite accommodating a family of 4, with Ocean Front starting at $520/night. |
| Star Rating | 3 stars |
| Best For | Families with elementary to pre-teen children who enjoy active, self-catering vacations and water sports. |
| Address | W25G+6HF, Sea Grape Drive, San Pedro, Belize |
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Around the ResortNearby Highlights
→ San Pedro BeachDirectly on
→ Hol Chan Marine Reserve & Shark Ray Alley10 min boat ride
→ San Pedro Town Center0.9 miles / ~15 min walk
→ Secret BeachAccessible by golf cart
→ Belize Chocolate Company1.1 miles / 3 min drive
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