Horse Cottage

Hotels
9.3 (31 reviews)
Bandera Road Backpackers Paradise Sarteneja , Sarteneja , bz

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Terrace
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Private check-in/check-out
Shared lounge/TV area
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great value for money
Beautiful natural environment
Cons:
Mosquitoes due to no A/C
Remote location from city services

Categories

Cleanliness
8.41
Some concerns about mosquitoes and no A/C requiring open windows.
Service
9.88
Staff very friendly, accommodating with check-out time.
Location
9.42
Close to event and nice natural surroundings.
Room Quality
8.87
Comfortable bed and good room condition.
Amenities
9.4
Had fans for comfort during our stay.
Value for Money
9.36
Great value for the money paid.
Food and Beverage
9.71
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
9.38
Great weekend getaway spot.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 05:38

Property Description

Charming Horse Cottage in Sarteneja

Serene Garden and Shared Spaces: Horse Cottage offers a tranquil setting with a garden, shared lounge, and terrace for guests to unwind and socialize.

Comfortable Rooms with Thoughtful Amenities: Each room features a patio with garden views, a kettle, and a private bathroom stocked with complimentary toiletries. Some rooms even include a kitchen with a fridge for added convenience.

Exciting Outdoor Activities: With hiking and cycling opportunities nearby, guests can explore the beautiful surroundings of Sarteneja and make the most of their stay at Horse Cottage.

Experience relaxation and adventure at Horse Cottage in Sarteneja. Book your stay now for a memorable getaway!

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

Location

Guest Reviews

9.3
Based on 31 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.41
Service: 9.88
Location: 9.42
Room Quality: 8.87
Amenities: 9.4
Value for Money: 9.36
Food and Beverage: 9.71
Overall Experience: 9.38
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Bianca extended_group nl
9
Wonderful stay!
Pros:

We had a wondetful stay. The cottages,are very nice and the people friendly. Its about 3 min by car to the sea, so around 10 min walk. Its quiet. There is a communal kitchen and fridge, which comes in handy if you stay longer.

2026-02-22 via Nuitee
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Annie solo_traveller fr
10
Pros:

Exceptionnel, nous avons tout aimé !

Cons:

Une toute petite chose, le cottage est situé à l'entrée du village, il faut marcher dans le noir au bord de la route pour aller dîner.

2026-01-30 via Nuitee
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Judith Widener solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

Loved everything - Nathalie is an amazing host, and the whole area is beautiful.
The horses make it perfect!!

Cons:

I liked everything

2026-01-02 via Nuitee
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gary couple gb
10
Lovely wooden cabins near Sarteneja
Pros:

Excellent wooden cabins on stilts.
Kitchen facilities, microwave, hob etc, in separate building.
Great Wi-Fi.
Friendly and helpful French owner Natalie as were the cleaning staff.
The cabins are located around 15 minutes walk from Sarteneja fishing village.
If you are arriving by local bus the bus driver will drop you off around 200 metres from the cabins on the main road, you can also catch the return bus at the same location.
Highly recommended.

Cons:

Toaster would have been nice.

2026-01-01 via Nuitee
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Dominique couple fr
10
Pros:

L’accueil, l’environnement naturel et la proximité de la mer.

Cons:

Rien.

2025-11-29 via Nuitee
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tracy couple fr
7
Pros:

Accueil , la vue sur les chevaux , lit confortable

Cons:

Hébergement éloigné de la ville et des services.
Salle de bain sur le pallier du cottage

2025-08-30 via Nuitee
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Chris young couple ca
10
It's a great weekend getaway spot.
Pros:

We needed a place close to an event we were attending. This is great value for the money we paid. Staff very friendly and horses were friendly as well. Easy to find and just outside of the small village. It is slow season, so if we needed it, we were allowed to check out late if needed. This allowed us to leave our bags in the room while attending the event in the morning and not worry about getting back before 10 or 11 am!! It was nice not having to rush and pack up at 4:30 am!!

Cons:

Can't fault the facility and being from Belize now, we were prepared for the mosquitos but some people might want to remember to bring bug spray, even for sleeping. Two fans in the room and a cool front made it very comfortable inside. There is no A/C so you need to leave the windows open to get a nice breeze which allows the mosquitos in.

2025-06-29 via Nuitee
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Carrie family with young children us
10
Exceptional
Pros:

Natalie is an excellent host.

Cons:

Don't forget your bug spray!

2025-06-18 via Nuitee
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Gibson family with young children bz
9
Love the nature like atmosphere, rooms very clean. Home away from home. Warm & helpful staff.
Cons:

Incorporate breakfast

2025-04-22 via Nuitee
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Kerry solo traveller us
10
Exceptional
Pros:

Great location! Peaceful. Nathalie and her staff are always cheerful, very helpful and kind! Thanks!

Cons:

Nothing about this stay was not to like..

2025-04-19 via Nuitee
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Jocelyne with friends ca
9
Would highly recommend The Horse Cottage to others travelling through Sarteneja
Pros:

Natalia was a wonderful sedum host. The cottages are clean and comfortable. Location is great, close to town, but not too close. Great for a quiet getaway in a very peaceful setting.

2025-04-04 via Nuitee
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Lin young couple de
10
Excellent
Pros:

Very good breakfast.
I liked the laidback location. Sarteneja, the nearby village, is perfect for people who don’t like loud, overdeveloped touristy places. It’s the anti-San Pedro

2025-04-01 via Nuitee
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Natalia review category business travellers fr
10
Exceptional
Pros:

Fantastic place! Surrounded by nature and calm, the bungalows have a very comfy beds and nice cozy decoration. The owner is very friendly and helpful. The common kitchen is useful to prepare some simple food. We enjoyed our stay and didn't want to leave. Thank you Nathalie:)

2025-02-21 via Nuitee
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Alessandro solo traveller it
7
Good
Pros:

Horse Cottage is really off-the-beaten path and Sarteneja I bet is a hidden gem among Belize panorama. If you’re looking for an authentic experience within Belize you should pick this place. Nathalie was nice and available in sharing tips and information. My bungalow had a decent space, and clean with eye-detailed furniture. I particularly appreciated the outdoor spaces with palm and other fruits trees, the horses and the shared space featuring a kitchen with good coffee and real Italian moka machine.

Cons:

I was pretty unlucky with the weather with strong winds, grey skies and pretty chill temperature. Moreover my boat to Sarteneja from San Pedro was cancelled I had to pay over 70 USD dollar for taxi to bring me here. Of course you can’t handle the weather forecast by take in mind while booking that this place is really remote and there’s just one public bus getting in and leaving every time. The ferry can’t be really reliable. Plus there’re vey few options of Restourants in the area, which at night close pretty early around 7:00 pm. It course these aspects are not connecting to Horse Cottage but you should take them in consideration while booking.

2025-01-25 via Nuitee
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Andrew solo traveller gb
8
Pleasant stay close to Sarteneja.
Pros:

Peaceful location 15 minutes walk from Sarteneja. Friendly, helpful staff. Shared area with water, hot drinks and stove. Good place to stay whilst checking out the village. Bus from Corozal dropped me off at the location.

Cons:

No on site store and a little remote from the village shops.

2024-09-02 via Nuitee
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Sara solo traveller de
9
Peaceful place and amazing host!
Pros:

It was so peaceful! Perfect place to hang out and just relax. Loved the sound of the birds in the morning. The hosts are amazing, too!

Cons:

Nothing

2024-03-28 via Nuitee
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Gordon young couple ca
9
One of best managed sites of the 14 we stayed at
Pros:

Location excellent

Cons:

Sapodillas should all have been ripe

2024-03-08 via Nuitee
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Bill family with young children us
10
Great stay
Pros:

Great setting close to Sarteneja and Shipstern. We were able to watch wildlife on the property and nearby. The common kitchen area included potable water, a refrigerator and stove for meal prep (though we ate our meals in Sarteneja).

Cons:

Can't think of anything we didn't like. No air conditioning, but there are fans and we slept well.

2024-03-06 via Nuitee
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Patrick solo traveller us
10
Exceptional
Pros:

Quiet,peaceful, laid back and stress free. The host Nathalie is lovely ,charming and accommodating as is the staff..Great stay and will be returning..A true Belize experience with an abundance of nature and
an added bonus of horses and dogs. Heartwarming.

Cons:

There is nothing to dislike. Anyone who finds fault with Horse Cottage needs to check themselves.

2024-02-19 via Nuitee
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Richard family with young children us
10
Exceptional
Pros:

Nathalie was awesome!

Cons:

I didn’t realize it didn’t have air conditioning, but that was my fault, not the fault of the property.

2023-09-12 via Nuitee