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Ray Caye Private Island Resort

3.5 star property
Travelers find a tropical sanctuary where crystal-clear waters meet white sands, with stress-melting yoga sessions and snorkeling among colorful marine life

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Ray Caye Private Island Resort offers an oceanfront getaway with two beach bars, outdoor pools, yoga classes, underwater exploration, and international dishes at the Lionfish Bar and Grill. Dry cleaning services add convenience to the island experience.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Room options

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A wooden deck with wicker furniture overlooking a beach.

Oceanfront Cabana

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Oceanfront Honeymoon Suite w/ Private Pool | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe

Oceanfront Honeymoon Suite w/ Private Pool

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a large bed, a chair, a view of the ocean, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony.

Island House Room Oceanview

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a large bed, white bedding, and two framed artworks on the wall.

Island House Room Partial Oceanview

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, and a view of the ocean.

Oceanfront Villa Suite w/ Private Pool

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a large bed, white curtains, and a view of the beach and palm trees.

Oceanfront Villa Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A spacious living area with a wooden ceiling, large windows, a white sofa, and a coffee table with magazines.

3 Bedroom Villa w/ Private Pool

  • Ocean view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Placencia, Ray Caye Private Island Resort is on a private beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Belize Barrier Reef and Little Water Caye. Visit our Placencia travel guide
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Offshore Placencia, Stann Creek District, Placencia

Getting around

  • Placencia (PLJ)
    3 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lionfish Restaurant, Hatchet Caye

About this property

Ray Caye Private Island Resort

  • Resort near Belize Barrier Reef
  • Take advantage of 2 beach bars, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar at Ray Caye Private Island Resort. With a private beach, scuba diving, and kayaking, this resort is the perfect place to soak up some sun. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Lionfish Bar and Grill, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Yoga classes are offered at the gym; other things to do include boat tours, volleyball, and snorkeling. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also find perks like:
    • 2 outdoor pools along with sun loungers
    • A 24-hour front desk, beach towels, and a gift shop
    • Beach umbrellas and a porter/bellhop
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Ray Caye Private Island Resort feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Egyptian cotton sheets and memory foam beds
    • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
    • Ceiling fans, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 beach bars
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Lionfish Bar and Grill

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Beach volleyball
  • Boat tours
  • Fishing
  • Gym
  • Kayaking
  • Motor boating
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Yoga classes

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • On a private beach
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via boat to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
Guests will receive an email within 5 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests must arrange travel on their own to Placencia Airport. From Placencia Airport, the resort provides transportation to the boat dock from which guests will board a boat (surcharge) to the island where the resort is located. This boat trip takes about 1 hour.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 5 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 5 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Children 5 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Does Ray Caye Private Island Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

Is Ray Caye Private Island Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Ray Caye Private Island Resort doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Ray Caye Private Island Resort?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Ray Caye Private Island Resort?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Ray Caye Private Island Resort located?

Nestled on the beach, this Placencia resort is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Belize Barrier Reef.

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Reviews

Ray Caye Private Island Resort Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ray Caye exceeded expectations in every way. Such a cool 7 acre Island with great staff. The food is outstanding!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ray Caye is an amazing resort! Had the best time here. The resort is incredible, the grounds are gorgeous, the staff and the food is : amazing. I had an ocean view room with a small plunge pool. The room had a separate living room and a full kitchen. Lots to do on the island, and a dive shop to help you organize a trip if you wish to adventure off the island. I can't wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
a private island near the coral reef, in nice accommodations in the ocean, having access to water sports for free or a relatively cheap, seeing really cool wildlife and birds, and witnessing climate change affecting the water and coral reefs in general
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff. Felt like family
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ray Caye Island Resort was a little slice of heaven for us! My husband and I went for our 30th anniversary and stayed in the honeymoon suite l, which I would highly recommend for its privacy and amazing view. We had our own private splash pool, and we were steps away from reclining by the ocean. The staff went above and beyond to take care of us during our stay. The drinks and food were delish! The excursions were awesome! The best snorkeling I have ever experienced, and the fishing was so fun, including catching a record size barracuda! We could socialize as much as we wanted but also have alone time. This was definitely a five-star experience and worth every penny! Next time we're bringing friends and family!
Lion fish tacos
Beautiful sunsets
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ray caye was amazing, we spent a wonderful week there.it was the slow season and they upgraded us to the best house on the property. The whole time on the island we were one of at most three couples and for thee days the only couple. We were treated so special. The staff was awesome and we will definitely be going back.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lizhi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend! Hotels closer to the reef might not be as luxurious and comfortable; Hotels more luxurious won't be has as much marine life or as good for snorkel. This is def the best of both. Room as clean and beautiful as the photos show. We saw more varieties of fish snorkeling around the dock than going out for a snorkel tour. The Hol Chan marine reserve had better spot for snorkeling than the one near the island, so you can take tours somewhere else and just enjoy your time around the island while you are there. Night snorkel is unique and awesome there, must try. Foods were always good! Very good portions too! You don't need the meal plan at all, just the a la carte will be best value! Staffs were all awesome. If you are up for interaction, they are all your friends. Front desk staff John and Floret are knowledgeable and friendly. John answered so many of my curious questions about the resort! Noe is our favorite at the restaurant. He has a romantic love story if you are lucky enough to hear him share about it 😆. Captain William will tell you about celebrity's fancy private island; Snorkel guide the "Dude" takes good care of you and is funny; And many other staff, Raquel, Jose, Morris, Jr, Rasta... all had great vibes. I've stayed at resort with nice staffs before too but this one REALLY made a difference. The human connection actually is one of things I enjoyed most there! Luxurious, private, good food, good company, snorkel right off the shore, it has it all
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An amazing experience, the staff are incredibly friendly and the island is beautiful. We hope to stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were aweaomw
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service, treated you like royalties.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Ray Caye Private Island Resort was an absolute dream — the perfect getaway with my husband. From the moment we arrived, the staff made us feel so welcomed and cared for. Every detail was thoughtful and seamless. The island itself is breathtaking, peaceful, and truly feels like a private slice of paradise. The food was incredible — every meal was fresh and delicious — and the cocktails were just as amazing. We left feeling relaxed, refreshed, and already planning our return. If you’re looking for a romantic, unforgettable escape, this is it.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

BONNETTA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our first visit here and we will definitely be back!!! The staff, the room ( with an amazing view ) The food, the massage!!! absolutely everything exceeded our expectations. The staff above all else though, they truly make you feel like family while you're there. Absolutely loved it and can't think of one thing I'd change about it. Bonnie
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for a honeymoon vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is magical.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Without a doubt the best vacation we’ve ever had. 8 days in paradise with the friendliest staff, and amazing food. We’re already planning our return next summer. Shout out to Franklin, JR and the rest of the crew! Brian was a great snorkeling guide, Marion took us on the Monkey River cruise, and we went sailing to Fisherman’s Island with Rasta. An unforgettable trip!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Paradise
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

THEODORE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you are looking to completely escape and unplug, then this resort island is your destination of choice. The staff look after you in a professional yet non-suffocating way, allowing you to truly relax and enjoy the island. The island is fully self sufficient and incredibly eco-friendly. Well laid out, with top amenities. Volleyball is especially entertaining in the evenings with members of the staff. The restaurant is incredible and run by Carlos, their head chef. I have eaten all over the world and the nature of my job has me exposed to some top class cuisine. It is no understatement for me to recommend every meal that the restaurant provided during my stay. I did not have a single bad bite to eat during all of my dining experiences in the week. The pork belly was especially exquisite as a meal with it being Michelin Star in its presentation, quality and taste notes. Antonio, Melvin, Carlos, Noas, Juan, and Pablo did an excellent job looking after all of the guests in their roles as servers, guest services, and chef (Carlos...). I don't often take the time to write as extensive or as glowing a review as I have here, but I feel that this life experience warrants my time and a review worthy of the unique experience that is Ray Caye. May the staff and the island continue to prosper and excel. The staff esprit de corps and the quality of the product delivered are truly deserving of my best wishes. I look forward to returning again in the near future.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an incredible honeymoon and couldn’t ask for better service. Everyone was so friendly with great energy. I highly recommend this resort if you’re looking for a chill getaway with options for adventuring.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Séjour paradisiaque ! Ray Caye est vraiment le paradis sur terre. Notre chambre avait vue sur mer, les pieds dans l’eau, c’était superbe. Tout été très propre et bien entretenu : la chambre, la salle de bain, le restaurant, les sanitaires publics et l’île en elle même. Le personnel est très aimable, accueillant et a toujours un mot gentil. Le restaurant sert des plats excellents qui changent tous les soirs. Des canoës et des paddle board sont mis à disposition des clients. Faire le tour de l’île en paddle est juste magique ! Je note 10/10 en tout point de vue.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
La isla es una belleza y sus alrededores permiten todo tipo de actividades Aquaticas. La comida es excelente
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

ADRIANA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stunning place to Holiday! Fantastic staff!

We had such a lovely time at Hatchet Cay Island Resort. The staff were absolutely lovely with a special shout out for the restaurant staff and Dasha, the manager who made our vacation time there so special and marvelous! We loved going to the South Pier everyday and just getting into the water and snorkel and every night we would go back there after dinner with drink in hand and be hypnotized by the eagle rays gliding in and out of the purple lights. We went to the Silk Cays and bought fish from the fisherman there, then brought it back to the kitchen. The AMAZING chef there cooked it up for us and wow! Was it delicious! However I must also mention the lamb chops we had also which were incredibly delicious! What a joy to eat there! Also, at the Silk Cays, we had a superb time snorkeling with the big sting rays, nurse sharks and turtles as they circled around the fishing boat. Really great and it is only five minutes away from the resort! you can see them from the pier. We would most definitely go back. We loved our room which had a king size bed, huge balcony with plants and trees at its edge and the sea peeping out of the leaves. What else I liked is that we had neighbors but the rooms were very solid so it was quiet. We would sit there and watch the birds come and go. We became so incredibly relaxed on the island. Can't to go again when the whale sharks are there at full moon and go to Laughing Bird Cay for snorkeling. Thank you for making our stay so great!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Great location, poor restaurant, too expensive

Location is phenomenal: bungalows are 10m away from the water, snorkeling with coral and plenty of fish is readily available and wonderful. However, the overall experience was pretty mediocre, in particular considering the cost. For example: - Pricing is opaque: Make sure you understand that the boat transfer is USD 400 (per couple). Some activities are included in the room rate (snorkel gear, kayaks, SUPs), others are not (diving, snorkel trips to surrounding cayes). Generally sensed an air of awkwardness around pricing: had to explicitly ask for cost of activities, menu items, etc. - Little control over boat transfer timing, may have to leave at 7am if unlucky. - Waterfront bungalows are duplexes. The interior walls and door are very thin, ours (#4) had some form of foundation issue so that we were woken up by our neighbours' steps shaking our floor&furniture. - The restaurant is bad and expensive. Dinner mains are 25-35 USD, the quality is poor. Instead of serving fresh local ingredients (fish?), they serve a poorly executed rendition of mediterranean cuisine. We tried chicken, steak, lamb, fish, soup, salad; none exceeded middle-of-nowhere diner quality. Ingredients were not fresh. Service was awkward and slow, waited 1.5h for 2 mains. Ordered Snapper, received chewy and tasteless Grouper; were not informed of the change. All of our $5 meals in rural towns were better. - Staff was regularly absent (restaurant, dive shop), seemed bored&complacent. Cannot recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful stay

Incredible place I highly recommend! Beautiful island with snorkelling, sailing, fishing and kayaking- so much to do and come back to a delicious meal at the restaurant. Friendly staff who are very helpful! I will definitely return!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Wonderful resort on the reef

The location on stunning coral reefs and amazing staff make this resort special, however the cost of food, drink and boat transfers makes this a very costly experience. Expensive but well worth it.