THE GREAT HOUSE INN, Belize City – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Colonial-style rooms
The Great House Inn offers 16 individually furnished rooms with furnished balconies, laptop-compatible safes, and air conditioning. Rooms include king or queen beds, seating areas, flat-screen TVs, and mini fridges. Some rooms open to verandas with outdoor furniture, overlooking the Caribbean breeze or partial sea views.
Nearby attractions
The hotel is across from the Radisson Fort George Hotel, a 5-minute walk from the Water Taxis, Tourism Village, and downtown Belize City. Nearby landmarks include the Baron Bliss Lighthouse (1 km), Museum of Belize (0.5 km), and Supreme Court of Belize (0.5 km). The Belize Zoo, a wildlife conservation center, is within an hour's drive.
Tour and activities
The hotel's tour desk arranges private excursions, including diving, snorkeling trips, and visits to Mayan ruins. The Belize Barrier Reef, 10-20 miles offshore, offers turquoise waters, white sand flats, and coral beds. Scuba diving and snorkeling provide access to diverse marine life.
Historical setting
Built in colonial style, the hotel retains original architectural elements, including spacious verandas. It has survived two hurricanes (1931 and 1961) and was once part of the Belize Estate and Produce Company's holdings. The Fort George area, a peninsula ringed by Marine Parade Boulevard, is nearby.
Guest services
Housekeeping is available upon request. The hotel provides free Wi-Fi, daily coffee, tea, bananas, and bottled water. Additional amenities include tour assistance, a picnic area, and discounted access to a nearby fitness facility. The front desk can arrange transportation and local recommendations.
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Amenities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Safe deposit box
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Allergy-free rooms
- Currency exchange
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Sports & Fitness
- Diving
- Snorkelling
- Canoeing
- Horseback riding
- Fishing
Services
- Paid shuttle service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Board games
Spa & Leisure
- Saltwater pool
- Sun loungers
- Massage
- Shallow end
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor