We welcome you to
Beaches & Dreams
A family-owned Beach Resort in Hopkins, Belize
Our family would be thrilled to show you the best of Belize from our world-class resort, restaurant, and tour operation, all located on the closest beach to Belize’s, Reef, Maya and Jungle adventures.
Whether you’re looking for the perfect honeymoon, a family adventure, or the Belizean Grand Slam of fishing, Beaches and Dreams has an all-inclusive vacation package right for you.
Please just select one of our all-inclusive packages or build your custom vacation, and we’ll personally get right back to you with a quote on your vacation of a lifetime!
All-Inclusive Packages
We just arrived home from the best vacation ever! The staff at Beaches and Dreams were incredibly accommodating, the rooms immaculate and well appointed,... read moreWe just arrived home from the best vacation ever! The staff at Beaches and Dreams were incredibly accommodating, the rooms immaculate and well appointed, the excursions absolutely phenomenal. Shout out to Melanie and the office staff for meeting our needs with a 13yo having broken her foot a week prior to arrival. Armondo in the restaurant who will do everything in his power to please. The food was out of this world delicious! Ben makes the best drinks, is so informative of local culture, and always has a smile on his face. Be sure to get a rum punch from bartender Birdman. And with a crew of children, security guard Felix was so reassuring with his serious and steadfast watch over our families each night. I’d swear he’d take a bullet for us not that we had any fear in this wonderful and friendly community of Hopkins Village.
As for the excursions, we packed them in. Monkey River was a full day of land and sea with huge success in seeing howler monkeys, crocodiles, and manatees and learning more about this beautiful country. The Mayan ruin tour was impressive and the massive site an amazement. That day included cave tubing and blue hole swimming which cannot be replicated anywhere! Our guide Manuel was the best! Our chocolate tour was so interesting and kept us close to ‘home’ so we had education and relaxation combined with some yummy. Our last day of snorkeling with Captain Floyd and diver Kimike was about the most incredible experience I’ve ever had. The phrase I heard ‘like swimming in a fish tank’ was spot on. The colors and abundance of life in that beautiful reef matched with the experience and knowledge of our guides made for lifelong memories.
Beaches and Dreams lives up to its name. I will forever dream of its beautiful vistas and the incredible hospitality of the staff. Until next time… read less - kkH3661YR
Beachfront Accommodations
Great people, great food. It’s a really nice place. Kimike is a great fishing and snorkeling guide. Ben makes the... read moreGreat people, great food. It’s a really nice place. Kimike is a great fishing and snorkeling guide. Ben makes the best drinks and keeps the atmosphere great. read less - Luke
Fine Dining on the Sea
When in Hopkins Belize join us at the Barracuda for fine dining, the Sea Bar for pizza & kebabs, or Amped Coffee for coffee and fresh-baked meat pies!
Beaches and Dreams was the Bomb!! We had so much fun relaxing at this quaint, laid back resort! We met new friends from... read moreBeaches and Dreams was the Bomb!! We had so much fun relaxing at this quaint, laid back resort! We met new friends from all over the world!
The all inclusive package was great! Birdman and Ben, the bartenders, kept awesome island drinks and others cold one's coming the whole trip! Armando was a friendly and helpful waiter, serving the most delicious five (5) star foods every day! Oz was our outstanding driver and tour guide!! Every staff member we met was helpful and ready to serve. My wife forgot here phone after checkout and they drove it to the airport in time for her to get it before our flight! We'll definitely be back!!
Paul and Janet Slayden More read less - Roving65659467923
Authentic Adventures
- - Cassandra
Where to begin?! My boyfriend and I came across Beaches & Dreams through a Google search and booked pretty quickly. We were a bit nervous as we felt we booked a little spontaneously and wondered if more research should have been done. However, upon arriving we quickly realized we had... read moreWhere to begin?! My boyfriend and I came across Beaches & Dreams through a Google search and booked pretty quickly. We were a bit nervous as we felt we booked a little spontaneously and wondered if more research should have been done. However, upon arriving we quickly realized we had found such a gem and knew instantly we would be coming back throughout our lives.
We stayed in The Garden Room, which is one of the beach-front Cabanas, had the all-inclusive package and had booked three excursions (1/2 day Fishing, Monkey River and 1/2 day Snorkeling). We felt this was a good amount of excursions as we wanted time at the resort as well to relax, use the amenities and chat up the staff.
The cabanas were wonderful. Very spacious and clean upon arrival, with cleaning services happening throughout our week-long stay. Although there was no AC, we felt very comfortable as the beach offers such a breeze and fans were provided in our room.
The excursions exceeded all of our expectations. Fishing was insanely fun and the weather was perfect. We kept three fish and that night the chef even prepared our best fish for us FOUR DIFFERENT WAYS. We felt that excursion led into the whole night. Monkey River was wonderful and a great way to see more inland areas of Belize. We saw so many animals and felt it was a great cultural experience. Snorkeling was incredible - They make sure you feel comfortable in your gear before going out to two different snorkeling sites. I always felt safe and the views were incredible. Our guide even caught lobster while we were there, which was then served to us for dinner that night. Again - what a full day experience!
The resort is so quaint and beautiful. The beach was always clean and there are so many amenities to keep you busy if you do not have an excursion booked. But, truly what made our experience was the staff. You could not ask for kinder, funnier, warm-hearted individuals to spend your week with. Shoutout to all of those who made our trip what it was (Oz, Darnell, Laren, Armondo, Amanda, Flyod, Kimike, Bird, Milky, Ben, Cesar, and those working behind the scenes) - We cannot thank you enough!!
We escaped from reality for a week and we are already planning our next trip. There are not enough words to encapsulate how highly we think of this resort. The drinks and food were out of this world! There isn't a single thing on the menu that we wouldn't order twice.
Thank you for providing such hospitality, offering white-glove service, fine dining and a personable staff. We can't wait to be back! read less - Cassandra - - Matthew
First time traveling out of the country with my wife and son. Making arrangements and planning excursions was a Caribbean breeze as Ryan and Melissa helped us with recommendations and suggestions. (Ryan is very responsive when contacting him with questions or concerns) We booked a cabana(knowing it didn't have air)... read moreFirst time traveling out of the country with my wife and son. Making arrangements and planning excursions was a Caribbean breeze as Ryan and Melissa helped us with recommendations and suggestions. (Ryan is very responsive when contacting him with questions or concerns) We booked a cabana(knowing it didn't have air) and enjoyed Belize as God would have intended. We loved the intimate setting of the resort and got to know a lot of the people who make this resort really work! Everyone is very friendly and one would almost feel guilty because of how accommodating everyone on staff is. This resort does not refer you to an adventure tour company to book excursions. All of the excursions we took were guided by the staff of the resort. All said, We had a wonderful, worry free escape. We will return. More read less - Matthew
- - melody_nell6
We loved our stay at Beaches and Dreams. We brought 4 kids with us 12-18 years old. We chose to stay in 2 rooms for everyone to have space and they were perfect. We had plenty of food and drinks on their all-inclusive plan. But we were most impressed with... read moreWe loved our stay at Beaches and Dreams. We brought 4 kids with us 12-18 years old. We chose to stay in 2 rooms for everyone to have space and they were perfect. We had plenty of food and drinks on their all-inclusive plan. But we were most impressed with the quality of the food and the ability to accommodate our dairy and gluten allergies with ease and without any issues. It is a relief to have people act like it is no big deal and then to do excellent food as well.
We used paddle board and kayaks and bikes at no extra charge. We rented a golf cart to explore a little farther around town. The pool was nice and clean all the time.
Our favorite parts were the tours that we added to our package. We didn’t get to see the bioluminescence as planned due to rain but they even rescheduled us on new tours that very same day to replace it. Every tour we took was great and would be impossible to pick a favorite. The whole staff at the resort was kind and attentive and always helpful. More read less - melody_nell6 - - Shehla
First family trip outside of the USA and we had a rough first day. Melanie, in the front office, arranged a trip to a clinic for our son who smashed his face on the ocean from flipping off the big dock of another resort. Dr. Valentine took great care of... read moreFirst family trip outside of the USA and we had a rough first day. Melanie, in the front office, arranged a trip to a clinic for our son who smashed his face on the ocean from flipping off the big dock of another resort. Dr. Valentine took great care of us. Restaurant staff were extremely accommodating, supportive and attentive to us while we were so out of sorts.
The menu is small but EVERYTHING is delicious and fresh. Definitely try the Family Lunch if available. We already miss our breakfasts and we’re sad to only have one day with the Sea Bar. Best Pizza and Kebobs!
Our drivers, our tour guides, the office staff and Barracuda gang went above and beyond for every task and request. Ruger, the 19-yr old resort dog, was a bit temperamental but always happy, and he was my one son’s favorite resort member. The local boys were my other son’s favorite people. They hung out every day.
Cabana rooms are clean, spacious, comfortable. We stayed in Scarlett McCaw and our boys in Garden Haven. Two separate rooms/entrances in one cabana. Perfect for our family. Water pressure and toilets are slower here. And that was ok once we adjusted our attitudes.
We were hardly ever in the rooms because we were busy with our adventures and being outside. Everything being arranged and scheduled for us made this experience so amazing that we are already planning our next trip.
Snorkeling, Jungle Horse, Xunatunich, Cave Tubing, Monkey River and Zip Lining at Angel Falls. We saw sharks, schools of fish, beautiful coral, monkeys, crocodiles, bats, toucans, pelicans, ruins that are thousands of years old, and the cleanest water around. We learned so much about Hopkins, Belizeans, culture and history . All of our drivers and guides were passionate.
Weather had canceled an adventure so when we begged for some magic from Melanie and Lauren. Not only did they rearrange our last two days for us but they sent us to a more extreme zip lining company snd I’m so grateful because it was the highlight for all of us. Definitely request Angel Falls if you are the adrenaline seeker. I’m not. I survived. I get motion sick and don’t like heights but Frisco and Jose made me feel so safe and comfortable that I would do it again.
We did not need as much cash as we brought. Restaurant gratuity can be added to the room. We tipped our drivers and guides in cash. Souvenirs in cash are a little cheaper but most places take credit cards.
There are shops in Dangriga Airport. You can buy sunscreen and bug spray there. We brought 4 sunscreen and 2 bug sprays. Needed extra bug spray; we had sun protective clothing and I had a neck fan.
Rent the golf cart. Go into Hopkins. It felt like the safest place on the planet. If you want other snacks, go to the grocery store. I know it might seem different to eat at only certain times when you’re on vacation but it was plenty and perfect (except your arrival travel day if you were like us - we were a hot mess that first day, and they loved on us like family).
I will be back. I see a Ladies trip in my future. read less - Shehla - - Meagan
My husband and I took our honeymoon to Beaches and Dreams in the beginning of March 2023. It was the most amazing experience! The front staff was so welcoming and accommodating. My husband and I really wanted a cabana but it was unavailable for the date when we were first... read moreMy husband and I took our honeymoon to Beaches and Dreams in the beginning of March 2023. It was the most amazing experience! The front staff was so welcoming and accommodating. My husband and I really wanted a cabana but it was unavailable for the date when we were first arriving. The staff was able to set it up for us to be able to get the cabana a couple days after we arrived. The room change was flawless and they took care of everything while we were out on a tour that day. We didn't have to lift a finger. The wait staff, Miss P, Armando, Cesar, Ben, and Amanda, were outstanding and really got to know you, they remembered your name room and always made sure everything was satisfactory. Amanda was even great because when I couldn't decide what i wanted and asked her to chose for me and surprise me, she loved that and had so much fun with it. I'm indecisive about food/desert sometimes and I run into a lot of people that don't want to enjoy the freedom in helping me choose. She went above and beyond with it! The tours were incredible and very knowledgeable. Oz did an amazing job when he took us to the Mayan ruins and was also very knowledgeable on the Belizean history. Jeremy took us on the monkey river and he was great! He gave us a great show with the howler monkeys and even though we didn't see a crocodile Jeremy went in every nook and cranny on the river trying to find us one. We had an issue come up with one of our night turs because of the phase of the moon (completely out of Beaches and Dreams control) and originally had to cancel our bioluminescent tour. We were bummed but Mike and Floyd kept an eye on the sundown time and the time the moon rose and were able to take us on the tour the night before we left. It was just my husband and I and they went above and beyond to make sure we got to experience that. The experience that Beaches and Dreams gave us was way more than either of could have imagined and we are so thankful for what an incredible honeymoon they helped us have. Thank you sooo much! I cannot wait until we can come back!!!! read less - Meagan
- - Autumn
My husband and I spent 2 weeks here for our honeymoon and could not be more impressed! The staff here is amazing and they make you feel like family during your stay! The food is phenomenal and the excursions and tours gave us once in a lifetime experiences! We are... read moreMy husband and I spent 2 weeks here for our honeymoon and could not be more impressed! The staff here is amazing and they make you feel like family during your stay! The food is phenomenal and the excursions and tours gave us once in a lifetime experiences! We are already planning our next trip back! Thank you to everyone at Beaches and Dreams for making our honeymoon spectacular! ❤️ read less - Autumn
- - Jo
The employees at Beaches & Dreams are what makes this resort so fabulous. It is a small resort with only 11 rooms. Because of the smaller size, we really got to know the employees and the other guests. One of my friends hurt her back while there.... read moreThe employees at Beaches & Dreams are what makes this resort so fabulous. It is a small resort with only 11 rooms. Because of the smaller size, we really got to know the employees and the other guests. One of my friends hurt her back while there. Melanie in the office called the local pharmacy to ask about a back brace, but they didn't have any. So, Melanie had her husband bring hers from home which she sold to my friend. Wow! That's genuine customer service. read less - Jo