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Welcome to One of the Best Sandy Beaches in Belize!

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4148.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Sitte Point (Just South of Hopkins), Stann Creek
  • Anderson Lagoon
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Sittee Point
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Hopkins Village Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Santa Cruz (STU)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Other (See Description)

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Welcome to One of the Best Sandy Beaches in Belize!

Welcome to Sarkiki Reef and one of the best sandy beaches in Belize.

Whether you dream of peaceful time on the beach, warm ocean swimming, diving on the world’s second longest barrier reef or exploring ancient Mayan ruins, Sarkiki serves as your perfect base. Our large 3 level, eco-friendly, waterfront villa offers stunning ocean views from large decks on each level and ocean and mountain views from the roof top deck.

Welcome!

Please contact for availability. If this unit is not available for your dates, please see VRBO listings 948361, 948364, 948365 also at this property.

Please note - we try to reply promptly within a few hours and usually no longer than a day.

Amenities include fabulous ocean swimming, 3 pools, two decks and covered patio, a large common patio area, beach volleyball, TV and internet.

Fishing, snorkeling and diving are easily accessible or take a jungle river tour on the beautiful Sittee River all nearby and easily arranged.

We can provide an extra single bed and/or crib as needed and subject to availability. Please contact us if either of these are needed.

Keywords: beachfront, villas, townhomes, bar, sandy beach, peaceful, eco-friendly, waterfront, ocean views,

Property manager

Linda Allen
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 19
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
If cancelled within 60 days, we will try to accommodate a change of dates subject to availability.
Events such as weddings are allowed if arranged in advance with us.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number HOT01431

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Hopkins

Located in Hopkins, this villa is on the beach. Mayflower Bocawina National Park and Anderson Lagoon reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Marie Sharp's Factory and Blue Marlin Dock. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ecotours.
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Sitte Point (Just South of Hopkins), Stann Creek

What's nearby

  • Anderson Lagoon - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Sittee Point - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Hopkins Village Beach - 6 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Hopkins Pier - 11 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Maya Beach - 71 min drive - 55.8 km

Getting around

  • Dangriga (DGA) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Driftwood Pizza Shack - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Ella's Cool spot - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪the paddlehouse - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hopkins Smokey Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Geckos Restaurant - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Welcome to One of the Best Sandy Beaches in Belize! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Welcome to One of the Best Sandy Beaches in Belize! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Welcome to One of the Best Sandy Beaches in Belize!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcome to One of the Best Sandy Beaches in Belize!?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Welcome to One of the Best Sandy Beaches in Belize! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Hopkins villa is within a 15-minute walk of Anderson Lagoon and Sittee Point. Hopkins Village Beach is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 66 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Winter Getaway

Epi and everyone else on the property were very friendly and happy to share information and make suggestions on places to see. Linda was very responsive to all communications. The condo was great and the location was perfect!
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property

Overall great place to stay. Nice pool, great upkeep, friendly staff. Gave the location 4/5 because it's quite a ways from most restaurants and stores, and the road from Hopkins to the property is quite rough (First week of Feb, just after rainy season and it was still raining daily, so wetter than usual). The unit itself could have used a couple of things in the kitchen (second larger frying pan, lid for frying pan, small bowls), and more comfortable furniture. One bed was quite firm and comfortable, the other was soft and not great. I'd go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kevin D.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay here and you’ll regret it. Horrible location.

Honest review/well traveled. Booked for one week, stayed one day and left. This place is horrible. 15 units and we were the only ones there. Restaurant bar next-door was closed for four days straight. We had to go into town on a nasty dirt road over many- many speed bumps and old ship ropes to get food or water. No air conditioning in main part of Condo. Only in the bedrooms. No living area to sit in. Just a hard wooden bench by the front door. This place is a joke, not even a one star motel. Pool was dirty, cloudy and not usable. I could go on, but what’s the use? Vrbo absolutely no help when you call them. Save your time and don’t try. They won’t help with anything. It’s all about the money. We lost the money we paid for the week And somewhere else. Life is too short. Stay away from this place at all cost.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

sandy l.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing property

We had an amazing vacation. The sea was so warm and we loved being able to walk out on the sand bar to watch a mommy manatee and her baby feeding. Very special moment! The pool was refreshing. The unit was a bit tired but met all of our needs. Epi and Manuel were very attentive and friendly. The only disappointment was Mangos restaurant next door had just closed before we arrived for their 2 week vacation. We would highly recommend Sarkiki Reef for a quiet relaxing vacation. ly disappointment was Mangos restaurant next door had just closed before we arrived for their 2 week vacation. All in all a fantastic vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patti C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfection!

We loved this spot! Quiet and a little out of the way but perfect! We spent many hours in the hammocks. We cooked fresh fish that the owner helped us get and had a few meals at Mango’s next door. Staff was awesome! We rode bikes into town, but if you plan to be out a night, rent a golf cart or car because you don’t want to be riding at night since it’s pretty dark on the road and the road is partially unpaved. We will be back next year!! It’s a gem!!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved our stay at Sarkiki!

We ended up extending our stay we enjoyed it so much. The location is perfect a quick bike ride into town but far enough to be quiet. Having Mango Beach Bar next door was great…easy to get burgers and rum punch on our lazy days at the villa. I would recommend Sarkiki.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chad P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place in hopkins

Loved our stay here and great staff.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gordon Vacation

It was truly a picture perfect location. We loved the view and proximity to the beach. The pool was steps away from our apt. The next door beach bar/restaurant was wonderful in its location and food. The staff was very accommodating. We will only stay there on any future visits to this beautiful country.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Juanita C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Quiet, with a beautiful views.

Very quiet. Beautiful ocean views. Dirt road was bumpy to get our stay. Signage was very small. We passed it twice. No water pressure. Tiny bugs, not bed bugs. Over all, it was a beautiful stay. I really enjoyed the environment.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful beachfront property

We really enjoyed the property and staff. The unit was very clean, roomy, and fit all our needs. It was nice also have a bar/restaurant so close. The staff were very friendly and willing to offer suggestions and information for local excursions. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Fran E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Sarkiki

This is a basic no frills, partially furnished, partially finished small resort with a beautiful ocean front setting and hard working local staff. The units are quite small, and there are extra charges for over 2 people per unit. Hopkins however is a lovely community we thoroughly enjoyed.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anntippia S., Maine

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home

This place combined the amenities you need with the most gorgeous ocean setting. Would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach front property!! Next to the fun bar Mangos

Linda, the owner was onsite and very helpful! We had a wonderful time sitting on the front deck, lounging by the pool and walking out in the ocean❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

Nice lodging and wonderful staff
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lori B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, welcoming & great location!

We really enjoyed our stay at Sarkiki! Everyone was warm and welcoming! It was awesome getting first hand advice on places to eat and places to explore! We especially enjoyed our fishing and snorkeling trip on Patrick’s boat with Captain Jack which Linda arranged for us. Having Mangos right next door was great in the evenings we just wanted to stay close.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cathy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful views

Safe place, friendly staff, easy access to the ocean, clean property. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joe S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hopkins Sarkiki condo

We really enjoyed our stay. the owners were very nice and responsive, even finding us fresh fish to grill. The beach is perfect and the pool area was very nice. Our only issue was with the no-see-ums (sand fleas), just be prepared!

10/10 Excellent

Beth Ann E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mothers and Daughters in Belize

We had an amazing time in Hopkins. Choosing a VRBO over a resort seemed a little risky, but we wanted to experience Belize in a non-touristy kind of way. The villa was simple but adequate, and included the use of pool rafts, bikes, books, and more. We were able to Zipline, hike, and cave tube nearby. It was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Matt A.

Great property and staff

Like a few reviews have said, this is not a personal rental but a “resort”/“hotel”. No personal touches and could’ve used a few more amenities (metal tools for BBQ etc. Nothing major) Beach was great, a long walk out to get to deep water so good for little ones and maybe not for serious swimmers. Pool was great but the poolside bars are supply and serve yourself. RENT A CAR. We did and used it pretty much every day, be it for a quick grocery run or exploring either way, there’s not much around so it’s not very walk friendly. Beds were what you’d expect in a third world country, stiff but served their purpose. The staff were great and always ready to help. We arranged a fishing trip for a better price than you find on-line so don’t be shy.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Abigail D.

We will be back!

Our vacation was everything we had hoped for and this rental was all that it advertised. You will stay a bit off the beaten path immediately next door to a beach bar frequented only by locals. We had the beach and pool to ourselves and Manuel was amazing- present just often enough to help out if we needed advice or help with anything. We will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

David G., Zionsville, IN

Wonderful!

My wife and I spent a week at Sarkiki Reef in April and had a wonderful time. We had stayed here once before, several years ago, and were keen to come back. It did not disappoint! The condo is very spacious, on two levels, both with patios, and a third patio on the roof with great views out over the garden, pool, beach and the Caribbean. The line of tiny islands that make up the South Water Cayes was visible on the horizon. The condo is well equipped and had all the basics. The wifi functioned ok for basic purposes. The staff are excellent - friendly, courteous, helpful. If you want a fresh coconut straight from the tree, just ask! We ate breakfast on the patio each morning, and spent quite a bit of time at the pool, relaxing in the sun, swimming, and watching the iguanas. The grounds are attractive and well maintained. The beach is lovely. The sea is quite shallow close to shore, so you need to walk out until it is deep enough to swim. Since our first visit the Mango beach bar has opened right next to the Sarkiki complex. It's very quiet and casual, and we made good use of it. The marina is close by and there is a good restaurant there, too. Otherwise the condo is some distance south of the main village, shops and facilities of Hopkins. We rented a car and drove from Belize airport (approx two and a half hours), and were glad to have our own transportation. We spent two days diving and snorkeling with Seemore Adventures (their little office is one of the first buildings you come to when you drive back into Hopkins (as long as you ignore the one-way signs!!) We also spent two half days in the nearby Cockscomb Forest Reserve and the Mayflower Bokawina Reserve. Lovely tropical rain forest scenery with some great walks. Sarkiki is definitely one of our favorite places, and we hope to be back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Steven P., Pickering

Great Location for the Right Vacation

The accommodations were great and the staff at the resort are wonderful. If you are looking for a great jump off point for day trips around Belize and an amazing pool and beach to return to!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Roy L.

Perfect location, beautiful beach, pool! Very nice condo!

Go, you will love it!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Judit

It's a lovely place, great beach and very nice management on-site to assist guests.

The property is located on a great beach which was cleaned daily by the crew on-site. All 3 pools worked perfectly and they were cleaned daily as well. The garden is well maintained and the on-site management is very accommodating and helpful. The apartment had the basic items supplied such as towels, plates, cups etc. but nothing more. The apartment inside needs some updating, fresh paint etc. My only negative comment is that any other properties we rented so far through VRBO were very cozy and had personal touches of the owner - so was this one on the pictures with painting on the wall, flowers and decorations. In reality, this apartment has absolutely zero decorations, no pictures on the wall, nothing other than the basics. It did not feel like a VRBO experience. Still, we had a great time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tarlie T.

Couldn't have chosen a better spot in Hopkins!

We stayed at Linda's property for ten days, and loved every minute. During our time in Hopkins and exploring Belize more broadly, we couldn't identify a single other place where we'd have rather stayed. We really appreciated that Sarkiki felt less "resorty" and more down-to-earth (in a good way) than some of the places in the area. The apartment offered plenty of space for three people (one couple and one solo), and definitely could have handled more. The site is gorgeous: pristine beach, lovely landscaping, refreshing pools... We often had morning coffee and dinner out on the balcony, enjoying the beautiful sunrises and starfilled skies. The staff are incredibly friendly and helpful, and Linda and Mike offer great recommendations on things to do in the area. The spot is a little south of Hopkins, which we preferred to being in the thick of the touristy areas. We rented a car from Hopkins Auto Rental (they are great!), which made it easy to get into "downtown" Hopkins and to explore the rest of the region. The dirt road is a little bumpy, but we actually liked that--it forced us to slow down a little and focus on our surroundings, and allowed us to wave at everyone we passed, which is a delightful norm in Hopkins! From Sarkiki, we very easily did the following activities, among others: four days of diving with Seemore in Hopkins, ziplining and waterfall rappelling at Bocawina National Park 40 minutes away, a waterfall hike in Cockscomb Preserve, and a guided tour of Xunantunich Mayan ruins. Thank you, Linda and Mike, for a wonderful and memorable stay!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2018

About the host

Hosted by Linda Allen

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What makes this property unique

Meeting some of the wonderful local people of Belize at our property and the nearby villages and towns.

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English

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