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Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel

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Dates

May 2026

June 2026

Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Panoramic Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Beach View | View from room

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Wonderful

Popular amenities

Parking included
Free Wi-Fi
Bar

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7 Boca Del Rio Dr, San Pedro, Ambergris Caye

Place, San Pedro Central Park
‪5 min walk‬
Place, San Pedro Town Hall
‪8 min walk‬
Place, Belize Chocolate Company
‪10 min walk‬
Airport, San Pedro (SPR-John Greif II)
‪11 min walk‬

Room options

Panoramic Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Beach View

Excellent

Beach view
14 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
Free Wi-Fi

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, free WiFi

Superior Shared Dormitory, Balcony (2)

Exceptional

1 bedroom
Sleeps 1
1 Single Bed
Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

Wonderful

Sea view
37 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Wonderful

37 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
Free Wi-Fi

Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

Exceptional

Beach view
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Free Wi-Fi

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Wonderful

37 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
Free Wi-Fi

Basic Shared Dormitory

Exceptional

1 bedroom
Sleeps 1
1 Single Bed
Free Wi-Fi

Premium Quadruple Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Ocean View

Ocean view
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
Free Wi-Fi

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Wonderful

1 bedroom
Sleeps 1
1 Single Bed
Free Wi-Fi

Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only

Exceptional

1 bedroom
Sleeps 1
1 Single Bed
Free Wi-Fi

Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

Exceptional

37 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
Free Wi-Fi

About the area

San Pedro

At Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Belize Barrier Reef and Boca del Rio. Highlights at this beachfront hostel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Sandbar, serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The hostel's own lounge bar and poolside bar are nice places to enjoy a drink. Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site pool loungers. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this San Pedro hostel include San Pedro Church and GoFish Belize.

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What's nearby

San Pedro Central Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
San Pedro Church - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
San Pedro Town Hall - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Belize Chocolate Company - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
GoFish Belize - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

San Pedro (SPR-John Greif II) - 2 min drive

Restaurants

‪Elvi's Kitchen - ‬8 min walk
‪Palapa Bar & Grill - ‬1 min walk
‪Briana's Deli - ‬7 min walk
‪Sandy Toes Beach Bar & Grill - ‬4 min walk
‪TackleBox Bar and Grill - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel

Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this San Pedro hostel.

6 guestrooms or units

Poolside lounge chairs

Umbrellas for the pool

Self-service laundry

Front desk (limited hours)

Storage area for luggage

Front desk safe

Tour and ticket information

Concierge

Terrace

Smoking in designated areas

Microwave in a common area

Fridge in a common area

Water dispenser

Locker space

Bar or lounge

Coffee shop

Bar by the pool

Dining venue

Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and free toiletries. This accommodation offers separate dining areas. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Pool
Pet-friendly
Parking included
Free Wi-Fi

includes taxes & fees

17 May - 18 May

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Free self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A poolside bar
A restaurant

Restaurants on site

Sandbar

Things to do

Outdoor pool

Conveniences

Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Lockers
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
Water dispenser

Guest services

Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

On the beach
Outdoor furniture
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Handrails in stairways
No lift
Well-lit path to entrance

Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

Pillowtop mattress
Premium bedding

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Food and drink

Limited room service
Restaurant dining guides
Separate dining area

Air conditioning
Dryer
Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - midnight

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

Children 13 and younger are not allowed at this property from January to December. The rest of the year they are welcome.

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

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

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation

This property accepts credit cards and cash

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

We should mention

Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Children 13 years old and younger aren't allowed from January to December.

Property is also known as

Sandbar Beachfront Hostel San Pedro

Sandbar Beachfront Hostel

Sandbar Beachfront San Pedro

Sandbar Beachfront

Sandbar Beachfront Hostel & Restaurant Belize/San Pedro

Sandbar Beachfront Hostel & Restaurant San Pedro

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel?

Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel?

Yep, Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel?

Yep, Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel is a short 3-minute walk from Boca Del Rio Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and fishing.

Does Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel have a pool?

Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

What makes Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel?

No, Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves American cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6/10 Okay

d

14 Feb 2026

Liked: Staff & service, amenities

Room was good size. No kettle,but a fridge. First double they put us in only had an internal window, no good for noise or Any ventilation. Changed rooms. Free water refill which is great for environment. Kitchen wasn't cleaned properly. Very noisy.

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mystika

13 Feb 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The hostel itself was great! Modern, clean, comfortable and even the shared dorms had some resemblance of privacy. The staff were all absolutely amazing and great to talk to as well, they made me feel right at home. Some of the features that stood out were the restaurant onsite and the roof top pool, both of which were excellent. I would recommend this place to literally everyone and I will definitely be staying here again next time I vacation back to Belize!

The hostel has an adorable cat named Boots! Very chill, but adorable.

Some of the food the restaurant serves, Cheeseburger Strombolis

Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Platon, Scottsdale

9 Feb 2026

Clean interior hotel room (In suite bathroom included), with good working A/C. If you’re looking for a place to sleep at night nothing more, this place is for you. Staff is nice and helpful. Had a leaking shower head, which was promptly repaired when reported. In room safe was not mounted/ bolted to anything, so very reluctant to keep anything of value in the room when I was not there. Overall, you get wha you pay for, and my room was very inexpensive.

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Terence

Travelled with partner

3 Feb 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We spent 10 days at The Sandbar Hotel. Lots of positive aspects. Excellent staff. Clean rooms. Good simple Continental breakfasts each day. Wonderful rooftop swimming pool with the occasional pool party. One criticism would be the out-of-date online photos. The hotel had a huge expansion in the last year or two but some online photos show the older building and a ground level swimming pool and ground level bar and restaurant. Everything looks very different and generally better but old photos are still somewhat deceiving. Some photos show reclining deck chairs in front of the hotel on a dock that are no longer there. One of the reasons we chose the hotel was that it was on a beach with good access to the ocean with deck chairs and there was nothing like that. There are deck chairs on the rooftop by the pool and lots of seating near a rooftop bar. There is a washer and dryer available for guests but the washer is extremely noisy.

Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Travelled with group

3 Feb 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We stayed in two premium king rooms. They were clean and the beds were very comfortable. The hotel offers a bunch of beneficial services that they don't really advertise. They have paddle boards available to use for no fee. They can facilitate tours or a golf cart rental. They offer filtered water in the shared kitchen. They have an included continental breakfast. All the staff was very friendly and eager to help. We had a shared balcony that looked out over Palapa Bar towards the ocean and the reef. The rooftop bar was a nice spot to relax, though the available seat fill up fast. The only negative we experienced isn't something the hotel can control. The building is at an intersection with several hotels right there and the Palapa Bar. It's busy and can get a little loud. During the day there are golf carts going by frequently. In the evening, live music drofts over from the bar. We did have one occurrence of people down on the street making a bunch of noise at 4am. They quieted down pretty quickly but not before waking us up. Not something I'm willing to knock a star off for, considering it's out of the hotels control.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle

Travelled with partner

30 Jan 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Me and my boyfriend stayed in a private room with a bathroom. Room was clean and place was very nice. Pictures are accurate. AC worked great! Staff is nice and helpful. Restaurant that is connected to the hostel is very nice as well! Lots of food options. This is the perfect spot in san pedro. Its right in the middle of everything. About a 5 to 7 minute walk along the beach to the sprinter that takes you to belieze city. We didnt even need to rent a cart, we just walked everywhere since everything was close by! They also have paddle boards you can rent for free! We used them twice during our trip and it was so much fun. Breakfast is free, it changes daily. Its not a huge breakfast but still tasty. They also have a WhatsApp group you can join that sends out updates every morning on whats for breakfast. You can ask questions or connect with other travelers staying there in the chat. A very lovely place at an extremely low price. Absolutely would recommend!! Side note, almost every day we took a few minute walk to get breakfast at Cool Beans Cafe. Its super close to the hostel and OMG is their food absolutely delicious, coffee is amazing, and I still have dreams about that place. Definitely check it out if you stay here!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

John

30 Jan 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

Hostel actually has some privacy. Clean. Comfortable. Close to activities, food, etc. Nice staff.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

louis

29 Jan 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

My wall bed was clean , good matress Overall the ameties are very well maintained 9/10 Staff are very attentionated to clients: 11/10 Breakfast inclused was simple but almond flour cake was excellent 9/10 Constructive comment: coffee and breaker could be at 07:30 rather than 8:00 that would be more convinient for those having early activities.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

28 Jan 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

I’d recommend bringing an eye mask if you need complete darkness because the sun does shine through the curtains and depending on when you go, that might be at 6:45am. The walls are fairly thin, so it was loud when someone slammed a door, but to be honest, I didn’t hear nearly as much as I thought I would. We rented a private room. It was clean, AC worked well, smart TV worked. We didn’t actually use it, but the rooftop pool seemed beautiful. Every staff member we encountered was extremely helpful and kind. They even called a taxi for us when we were leaving and helped return our golf cart. If you’re looking for a non-resort option, I’d HIGHLY recommend them.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Ashley

Travelled with partner

23 Jan 2026

Liked: Cleanliness

The room was okay—very small, but it had everything we needed. The staff were great and very attentive. The downstairs common area where everyone hangs out and the hallways didn’t smell very good, which was a downside. Other than that, it was an okay place to stay. I would stay again; I’d just bring some Febreze. I’m big on smells.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with partner

21 Jan 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Room was clean and thoughtfully appointed. We don’t spend a lot of time in the room but the hotel has a great bar and restaurant. We had WiFi and a smart tv that we watched our Netflix on when we were ready for bed. Staff was friendly, other guests were respectful. Pool area is amazing as is the location and the view. Don’t let “hostel” scare you - if you just need a clean, comfortable room to sleep and shower this is perfect! Private room had a queen bed and was about the size of a standard bedroom at home with a decent sized en suite. Stepped out on a little balcony space with chairs and a table and had a fabulous view of the water as well. Lots of stairs though and no elevator so be prepared if that’s not your thing!

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Robert

21 Jan 2026

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

First, they spray your luggage when you check in with bed bug spray so you can't touch your luggage after your check in because it's wet with this chemical. When it dries, it leaves a white residue on your luggage. I touched it when I was getting into my bag and forgot it was on there. I then rubbed my eye and then my eye we burning. The staff are not very friendly or helpful. There are only 2 toilets and 3 showers for the whole floor which was not enough. The bathrooms were never cleaned and really gross. There was not any hot water. There was an air conditioner in the dorm that was set at 25 degrees. You couldn't adjust it. I asked if it could be lowered since everyone in my dorm talked about how warm it was but I was told no. The room was very stuffy since the beds are like pods and closed off so no air circulates. The room was also musty with all the wet clothes that never dried out. There were also long term guests in the dorm and they seemed to take it over. It sounded like they lived there for months at a time. One was a 70+ year old woman who had a desk and chair just for her. The room was cluttered with so much stuff because people lived there. Lastly, there was a couple next to my bed so I got to hear their foreplay all night long. They were able to book the bed this way and it was not just two beds booked and they used one. Couples shouldn't be allowed to sleep in the same bed if they are going to kiss, moan, whisper, and make sucking noises all night.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Travelled with partner

20 Jan 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We stayed at Sandbar Hostel & Hotel in a private room and had a great experience. The room was excellent value and included strong AC, a safe, large TV, private bathroom, private balcony, and clothing rack. Like many hotels in this category, the shower wasn’t fully enclosed so a bit of water splashed onto the mat, but it was very minor. The bed was comfortable (about an 8/10 for me), and the balcony was perfect for drying beach towels quickly. The rooftop patio was a highlight. Watching the sunset with a cocktail was fantastic, and Juan, the bartender, was excellent. The freshwater pool and variety of seating areas made it easy to relax. Service was outstanding. Allen at the front desk was efficient, attentive, and genuinely cared about making our stay top notch. Housekeeping was also excellent, with every clean feeling like a full reset. The attached Sandbar restaurant was reliable and open until 11:00 pm, which is rare in San Pedro and a huge perk after diving. Chuck and Robbie’s dive shop is about 100 feet away, and there’s a grocery store (Kmart) right around the corner. We’d absolutely stay here again.

Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Donald, Pelican Rapids

19 Jan 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

We stayed in the new addition. Very nice but small. Great common area.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

James

18 Jan 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Location and common areas very good, room small

Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Darryl

16 Jan 2026

Yes

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

15 Jan 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Amazing place to stay. They provide free paddleboarding, washing machine + dryer. Have a rooftop lounge and bar, and a restaurant right next to it. And the price quality is incredible. Definitely a 10/10. The only thing they could do to improve is organizing afternoon/night activities to go to bars and socialize, but the WhatsApp group is also useful for it.

Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Darryl

11 Jan 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Yes

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Josephine

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group

6 Jan 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Clean room. Staff friendly and helpful. Beautiful ocean front view. The rooftop pool is amazing.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

5 Jan 2026

Great

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

3 Jan 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Staff was nice. The food at the restaurant was just so-so. The have paddle boards you can use for free. Room was nice.

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simone

2 Jan 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great people! Location! Facilities!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Ruth

Travelled with family

28 Dec 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

The rooftop pool and lounge area were fabulous, especially for early morning sunrises. The limited breakfast was changed daily for variety. The attached restaurant was convenient, with tasty options at a reasonable rate.

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Travelled with family

27 Dec 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

It is a great hostel: clean, nice rooftop pool, friendly staff, bar and restaurant, close to everything we needed.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ciera

25 Dec 2025

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel

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Panoramic Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Beach View

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

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Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Shared Dormitory

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Premium Quadruple Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Ocean View

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Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

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Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only

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Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

About the area

San Pedro

What's nearby

Getting around

Restaurants

About this property

Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel

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Drift Inn San Pedro

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Parking and transport

Food and drink

Restaurants on site

Things to do

Conveniences

Guest services

Outdoors

Accessibility

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Bedroom

Bathroom

Food and drink

More

Policies

Check-in

Check-out

Special check-in instructions

Access methods

Pets

Children and extra beds

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Important information

You need to know

We should mention

Property is also known as

Frequently asked questions

Sandbar Beachfront Hotel & Hostel Reviews

Reviews

Wonderful

9.2/10

9.2/10

9.2/10

9.2/10

Reviews

6/10 Okay

d

d

10/10 Excellent

Mystika

Mystika