Belize is home to many resorts but Alaia Belize, an Autograph Collection Resort in San Pedro, is making waves across social media. The resort opened in May 2021 as the first hotel with a Marriott affiliation in the country. With 155 rooms across the 20-acre property, Alaia Belize sits on Ambergris Caye, a small island about 35 miles east of Belize City.
From traveler influencers to first-time international travelers and everyone in between, reviews of the 4-star hotel drive home the idea that it’s even better in person.
A quick search of the resort on TikTok will yield hundreds of results, some gaining hundreds of thousands of views. TikTok users praise the hotel’s aesthetic, even calling out its signature scent as an inviting nice touch. Others also love the modern amenities and vibes of the Belizean stay.
Modern Amenities with a Luxurious Aesthetic
The six-story hotel boasts a light, modern color palette with cream, white, and neutral tones throughout the resort. The resort’s initial centerpiece, the pool, includes a standard bar, a swim-up bar, and several cabanas. Additional standouts include a rooftop restaurant and pool along with several other restaurants.
From studios to three-bedroom suites, the natural-colored design palette carries into the resort’s rooms. Neutral colors set the tone, with most rooms featuring a king bed, a desk, and a separate bathroom.
The bathroom features multiple lighting options, like a wall-sized LED mirror, various dimmable lights in the shower, and a separate toilet. The shower features two showerheads, including a handheld one, signature products, and a sliding door.
Food, Drink, and Things To Do at Alaia Belize
The restaurants on the property include Sea Salt, a dinner-only restaurant that offers international cuisine “infused with a relaxed coastal vibe,” according to the website; the rooftop sushi bar; an ocean-view restaurant; an open-all-day buffet; and poolside dining, among others.
There is also a poolside bar, a swim-up bar, an indoor piano bar, an on-site pizzeria, and more. The nightly cost at Alaia Belize varies by time of year but generally ranges between $380 and $650 or more.