Frequently Asked Questions
What is Royal Belize?
Royal Belize is a true private island. It’s a whole-island resort open to just one guest party at a time, holding 10-16 guests. It is not a typical hotel, it is a private property offering a luxury vacation experience to discerning travelers who cherish privacy and attentive service.
Will there be other people on the island?
Royal Belize is for the exclusive enjoyment of a single guest party at a time, so there will only be you and the service team. No other guests. Team members reside in an area separated by water from the main part of the island. We will tailor our service to provide you with as much privacy as you like.
How many Team Members will there be?
There is a minimum of seven people at your service during your stay, including the cook, concierge, servers, housekeepers and the grounds-keeping crew. Our staffing level may increase with larger groups, depending on the circumstances.
How big is the island?
The island is approximately seven and a half acres, or three hectares, including the marina, on-site team, and equipment areas.
Are children welcome?
Absolutely! Children under 5 always stay free with their parents at Royal Belize. If more than 10 guests, children under 13 stay for half price, just $99/night. The new bunkhouse, located by Tu-Li-Pan Na, offers six twin beds and a detached private bathroom with two showers. This is perfect for bringing the entire family along, or a few extra friends! The bedding in the villas can also be configured in a variety of ways to accommodate families of all sizes and kids of all ages. We can even create some special fun for more adventurous youngsters.
What is there to do?
The list of activities and unique adventures is quite long. Royal Belize has the best scuba diving and snorkeling in the western hemisphere. The flats attract professional fly fishermen, while the reef is great for trolling for bigger fish. On the island, guests enjoy the kayaks, standup paddle boards, small catamaran, and a variety of beach games. Of course, most people prefer to lay in the sun on a float or read in one of the many hammocks around the caye. Mainland adventures are equally numerous and attractive. Your personal travel concierge will help you plan each day in as much detail as you prefer.
How do we get to Royal Belize?
The simplest and fastest way to get to Royal Belize from the international airport in Belize City (BZE) is to take a 15 minute commuter flight to Dangriga where you will be met by Royal Belize staff. From the airport in Dangriga, you will be taken to our boat for the 25 minute ride out to the island. This is all included in your nightly rate!
You can also either drive a rental car or take a chauffeured van on a two hour scenic drive down the Hummingbird Highway through the Maya Mountains to Dangriga to be picked up by our team. The third option is via direct door-to-door helicopter flight between BZE and Royal Belize. The trip takes approximately 40 minutes each way. There is a passenger limit and baggage size and weight limitations apply.
Should I Buy Travel Insurance?
We highly suggest that you purchase travel insurance to protect you and your family from the unexpected before and during your trip. Muy’Ono Resorts are proud to partner with Generali Global Assistance. To learn more about Generali and to add it to your trip, click here. When entering the total trip cost, please enter the total for all lodging, tours, or transportation purchased through Muy’Ono Resorts and Muy’Ono Adventures. Generali Global Assistance offers a 10-day free look and can only be purchased up through the date of your final payment. For more information visit Generali.
What do we need to bring?
A great attitude and an appetite for either adventure or relaxation. Everything else will be provided. Your personal travel concierge will assist you with planning the details of your trip to ensure we have everything your party requires. One thing we recommend for active guests is some form of foot protection such as water shoes or reef shoes.
What will the weather be like?
The weather is sub-tropical and doesn’t change much year-round. You can expect it to be somewhere between 75 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit. View reliable historical information about precipitation and average temperatures by month here. Please bear in mind that the islands of Belize receive substantially less rainfall than the mainland, even during the “rainy season.”
What are the check-in and check-out times?
When we have guests checking out the same day, the earliest arrival time to the island is 3:00 p.m. The latest departure time from the island on check-out day is 12:00 p.m.
Are Boat transfers and late check-ins allowed?
For safety reasons, we have a strict policy of only offering boat transfers during daylight hours. If your flight arrives in Belize too late in the day we will gladly make arrangements for an overnight stay on the mainland and transfer you to the island the following morning.
What forms of payment are accepted?
Reservation deposits and final payments may be made with a credit card, wire transfer or check. Incidental expenses incurred during your stay may be settled on island with a credit card, cash, or traveler’s checks.
What about gratuities?
Gratuities are entirely at the discretion of our guests and are always appreciated. If they are pleased with the service, past guests have tipped an average of $300USD as a group per night. Gratuities are shared among the whole Royal Belize team. Cash tips are preferred.
Is smoking allowed?
Smoking is not permitted in the villas or The Grand Palapa, but you're welcome to enjoy it anywhere else on the island.