Difficult review. People staying there were nice. And the free canoes were a big bonus if you plan to use them. Otherwise it's a quite shabby place, but not a horrendous hostel for the price. The mattresses and pillows need replacing, smelly with no support left. The kitchen was well stocked but a bit dirty (cockroaches hiding around the place).... More

Arrived here in the evening with six very tired girls and we had a guy waiting at the docks for us to take us to the hostel, obviously my directions were incorrect so we were thankful for the owner sorting that out for us. We had the big dorm room downstairs with simple bunk beds, had no complaints. Nice, clean... More

I enjoyed my time at Bella's! I was recruited by a man at the dock who used the magic word "hostel" while everybody else was saying "hotel". The price seemed good enough, so I followed. I found out also that I could pitch a tent for less, which gave me privacy and a bit of quiet. The outdoor common space... More

bella's is a hostel with few toilets and luxuries, but if you like to go to a cabin in the woods and share a good time with your friends, you will love this place. it is original, it's different, and i realized there that what really matters in a hostel is not the facilities, but the vibe. people can write... More

Well, I've been on the road now for 7-8 months and I would put this place on the top of my list. The building itself isn't a godsend, but for the price it was exactly what i wanted! I was there over easter and the island was packed. Despite the hostel sleeping people on the floor the place had an... More

This place is pretty chaotic. The staff are hardly ever around to assist or even check people in, though when they are they're helpful and courteous. The lay out is terrible. The kitchen/lounge/party area is in between the two dorms and the music is loud until late (you can't turn it down, I asked). The two bathrooms are inside the... More

I love staying at Bella's for the relaxed vibe and the fun people. Sitting on the dock watching sunsets, cooking dinner with cool folks, reading in a super comfy hammock, just a few examples of sweet things you can do at this awesome place:) I've been out to Caye Caulker quite a few times and I can tell you that... More

This was a great place to stay. Really comfy and so easy going. If you can get the private in the attic. You wake up to 360 degree views of the entire island. If they are putting on the seafood BBQ make sure you do it. For 6 dollars I got a lobster and a crab claw curry! So delicious.

Bellas has some good things going for it: -good location -attractive price -social atmosphere Unfortunately the bad outweighed the good in my experience. I'm the type of person who loves socializing, and in particular the communal vibe found at most hostels. Thing is when I run out of steam I just want to go do my own thing and chill... More