Victoria House sits on Coconut Drive, on the east side of Ambergris Caye, facing the Caribbean and the barrier reef a short distance offshore. A tropical buffer of vegetation separates the grounds from the road, which gives the resort a secluded, garden feel. The property offers a wide range of accommodation, from Palmetto Rooms and Staterooms to casitas, suites and beachfront villas that sleep larger groups. Most rooms face the sea. On site are the Palmilla Restaurant and Admiral Nelson's Bar, both close to the beach, several pools that overlook the ocean, the La Luna Spa and a fitness centre. The resort also arranges snorkelling, scuba diving, fishing, aerial tours and trips to Maya ruins on the mainland.
Location and getting around: Victoria House is on the quieter south side of San Pedro, so it is a short golf cart or taxi ride into the town centre rather than a walk. That distance is the point for many guests: you get the beach, the sea breeze and the calm, and you can reach the restaurants, bars and dock in town in a few minutes. Most visitors reach Ambergris Caye by a short flight from Belize City or by water taxi, and the resort can help arrange transfers. Golf carts are the usual way to get around the island, and many guests rent one for the stay.
The rooms: choose by how much space and privacy you want. Palmetto Rooms and Staterooms are the entry level, casitas and suites add space and more elaborate layouts, and the villas, some right on the beach, suit families, groups or longer stays. Most rooms face the Caribbean, so sea views and morning light are the norm, but request a beachfront or ocean-view category if the view matters. If you are travelling with a group, the villas and multi-bedroom infinity suites are worth considering, since you can share the space but keep separate bedrooms.
Who it suits: couples, honeymooners, divers and travellers celebrating a special trip, who want a resort with a spa and a full range of excursions arranged on site. It is also a good base for families who want a beach and pools. Good to know: the resort is on the beach side rather than in town, so budget for transport to dinner in San Pedro on nights you want to go out, and ask about meal plans if you prefer to eat on property. Dive and snorkel trips, including Hol Chan and Shark Ray Alley, can be booked through the resort or independently.
Why stay here
- ✓Beachfront on the Caribbean
- ✓Several pools overlooking the sea
- ✓La Luna Spa
- ✓Palmilla Restaurant
- ✓Admiral Nelson’s Bar
- ✓Snorkel, dive and fishing trips
- ✓Fitness centre
- ✓Villas and suites for groups
Good questions
Is Victoria House in San Pedro town?+
It is on the island's quieter south side, a short golf cart or taxi ride from the town centre. That gives you beach calm with town within easy reach.
What room types are there?+
Palmetto Rooms, Staterooms, casitas, suites and beachfront villas, with most rooms facing the sea. Villas and larger suites suit groups and longer stays.
Can I book snorkelling and diving through the resort?+
Yes, the resort arranges snorkelling, scuba diving, fishing, aerial tours and Maya ruin trips. You can also book excursions independently, such as Hol Chan and Shark Ray Alley.
