The cheap hostels in Belize are perfect for budget travelers whose funds might not allow for more opulent accommodations. They are also just as ideal for those who are simply looking to meet fellow travelers or save their travel money for the exciting Belize tours. Wherever you want to be in Belize, there are likely some nice Belize hostels close by. This means that enjoying such top Belize vacation destinations like Ambergris Caye, the Cayo District, and Placencia is possible even if your wallet is thin at the time. Should you live in a northern country where the winter weather can be cold and bleak, you can always count on the hostels in Belize for a budget-friendly, warm, and exciting tropical getaway at the last minute.

The Belize hostels are often not necessarily advertised as such, meaning that you won't always find the word "hostel" in the name. Many come in the form of guesthouses, where the owner lives either on the property or very close by. The hostels in Belize are certainly not about amenities and thread count, though some can prove to be more luxurious than you might think. It's more about offering visitors a safe, clean, and fun place to call home for a bit. Since most, if not all of the international flights to Belize arrive in Belize City, you might be requiring the services of one of the Belize City hostels, if not just for a night. Maybe you're off to a Belize resort, lodge, or hotel elsewhere and just need to get a night's rest before you head out the following morning. In this case, the hostels in Belize City could be a perfect fit, especially if you've already dedicated a significant amount of your travel budget to higher rates at your next lodging stop. Even if you can afford one of the pricier Belize City hotels, staying at a hostel instead can add a little extra flavor to your entire trip. You might even comes across travelers you'll want to join up with for tours and excursions.

Ambergris Caye is arguably the most popular tourist destination in Belize, and it's easily reached from Belize City. Once you arrive here, you'll find one of the more cheap hostels in Belize, and it's an excellent place to hang out. Since you won't want to spend a lot of time in your hotel room in Ambergris Caye, or anywhere else in Belize for that matter, there may be little need to splurge. Pedro"s Backpacker Inn offers rooms with rates that start pretty darn low. Like many of the discount Belize accommodations options, Pedro's offers not only base level shared rooms with shared baths, but it also provides some more deluxe units as well. These are very well-priced as well, and it might behoove you to spend a little extra if you need a bit more privacy and such. The deluxe rooms at Pedro's feature air-conditioning, cable TV, and your choice of a king-size bed or two twins. Ruby's Hotel is another great choice for discount Belize accommodations in the paradise that is Ambergris Caye. You can also choose from a range of different rooms and rates here, and the nice on-site restaurant is a great place to grab some cheap morning eats.

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The sister island of Ambergris Caye, which is the delightfully tranquil Caye Caulker, has one of the more popular Belize hostels you'll find. Tina"s Backpacker"s Hostel is a lovely, beachfront guest house, and it's most certainly an excellent pick for cheap hostels in Belize. There are 2 private rooms here with double beds and 5 shared rooms with bunk beds. Most hostels in Belize, like Tina's, have communal kitchens where you can whip up some delectable meals of your own. Perhaps you'll be up for cooking for not only you and your friends, but for other guests as well. If you have culinary skills, it can be fun to surprise your fellow travelers with a tasty dinner. On the southern coast of Belize, the last real town you'll find is Punta Gorda. Just across the street from the Caribbean Sea, the Nature"s Way Guesthouse is surely worth considering among the Punta Gorda hotels. There are different room options to choose from here, and the owner is quite knowledgeable about the area and the country. These coastal hostels in Belize, and most hostels in Belize in general, will be able to hook you up with all kinds of fun tours and activities, such as hiking, scuba diving, fishing, and sailing, so you'll save not only money by staying at one, but time as well as you won't have to go searching about for a tour company.

Easily one of the top cheap hostels in Belize comes in the form of an eco-lodge. Near the inland Cayo District capital of San Ignacio, The Trek Stop is part eco-lodge, part hostel, and its natural setting truly encourages relaxation for the inner soul. The cabins here are great, and it's really worth staying here no matter your budget. There are more cheap hostels in Belize to choose from, but the ones listed here are some of the best.