Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport: where to stay, areas and…

The terminal is in Ladyville, north of the historic centre of Belize City, along the Philip Goldson Highway: travellers wanting the shortest transfer can stop as early as Mile 3.5, about ten minutes from the runways, while the historic core of Fort George and the water taxi dock for the islands remain another 15-20 minutes further on. The residence-style accommodation near the airport is mostly small private rentals without a solid review history: the verifiable, well-rated properties are found along the highway or right in the centre.

Along the Philip Goldson Highway

Airport area · About 10 minutes by car from the terminal, at Mile 3.5 of the Philip Goldson Highway.

Best for: Travellers who want the shortest transfer from the terminal, without needing the historic centre.

Pros

The shortest transfer to the terminal among all the city's areas
A residential neighbourhood described as quiet, with apartment-style properties and a kitchen in the room

Cons

Too far to walk to the historic centre and the water taxi dock for the islands
Few restaurants nearby besides the hotel's own

Recommended hotels in this area

Best Western Plus Belize Biltmore Plaza: 90 rooms on two floors at Mile 3.5 of the Philip Goldson Highway, 10 minutes from both the international and the municipal airport; outdoor pool and airport shuttle.
Stylish Apartments - FREE Bikes, Nice Area & Cozy Patio, 10 Minutes to Airport: Apartments with kitchen, private bathroom and free bikes in a residential neighbourhood described as among the safest in the city; about 15 minutes from the international airport.

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Belize City, centre and Fort George

City centre · About 20-30 minutes by car from the terminal, 15-16 km along the Philip Goldson Highway.

Best for: Travellers who want the historic centre, the water taxi dock for Caye Caulker and San Pedro, and more choice of restaurants.

Pros

A few steps from the water taxi dock for the islands
The historic Fort George district, among the best-preserved in the city

Cons

A longer transfer from the airport than the Mile 3.5 area
Belize City is not designed to be explored on foot outside the historic core

Recommended hotels in this area

Fort George Hotel and Spa: Reopened in 2024 after a renovation that kept the historic 64-room colonial wing and added new suites with sea views; K'IN spa and the Treehouse restaurant on the Marine Parade seafront.
Harbour View Boutique Hotel & Wellness Retreat: A family-run boutique hotel on Fort Street, between the Fort George Tourism Village and the Baron Bliss lighthouse; two pools, a holistic spa and Martha's Cafe for meals.

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