Ocean Tide Beach Resort

My daughter and I enjoyed a fantastic week at Ocean Tides Hotel. Tula the manager was super helpful and communicative with directions, ferry information from Beliz city and went above and beyond to create a very welcoming and wonderful experience. We got upgraded to a lovely double queen bed. Firstly, I need great pillows for my sleep and the bedding was soft and very comfortable. The air conditioning was perfect to cool off and rest in between the fun. Large tote with pool towels included. Shampoo, conditioner and body soap in the shower. Fresh, clean towels This hotel is situated right on the beach and there a numerous great restaurants and dive and snorkel options. Upon arrival we received a welcome cocktail at the bar by the pool and Raymundo and Gabi became our favorite bartenders. Respectfully, the bar closes at 9pm and security stays overnight so when you return from dinner you feel safe. Having said that we felt very much at home, we met amazing boat captains and locals that brought us many gifts of local flair. Belizean people and warm and friendly and are always happy to help. A couple of tips. If you take the ferry, as always there are taxi drivers waiting. Skip the car and take a cart. Shouldn’t be more than 10$ belizean dollars. The ride is about 3-4 minutes and we paid $20 us for a car. It’s not a place to safe $$ but I would rather spend on other fun activities. Great espresso and heave duty breakfast for the day right next store. 16 Ounces is walking distance if you want beautiful , healthy juices and food and much more. Overall, we would like to return with the rest of our family. I love San Pedro and inlet part of my heart to there.

We did a family fishing trip with 501 Adventure Tours and Captain Dorian "Jiggy" Carrillo. He keeps his boat on the dock in front of the Resort, next to Cool Beans. The whole family enjoyed the trip. Captain Jiggy picked us up at the dock, he first caught fresh sardines for bait, and then took us to our fishing spot. We caught about 16 fish and he filet the catch and took to a local restaurant that prepared them three ways, cajon blackened, fried, and grilled. With a choice of sides and drinks. Was a feast. Memorable trip, highly recommend.

We met Jiggy in town and in turn, let him take us out 3 days in a row. His expert knowledge of the area allowed us to maximize our vacation. From fishing, snorkeling, catching lobster and making fresh ceviche on the boat, showing us the tarpon and seahorses, as well as letting us swim with rays and sharks. Jiggy and his brother made this trip one to remember. We highly recommend him for any type of adventure you are in the mood for. He even took us to another island, Caye Caulker where he walked us around the town and explained everything to us. He made several recommendations of restaurants that always turned out better than expected. He supplies waters, sodas, ice, fresh fruit, and most importantly… something to splash in the coke! Could not give these guys a higher rating!