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Shaka Caye

3.5 star property
Relaxation and adventure await at this Belizean retreat, with soothing spa treatments, thrilling water activities, and international dining.

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Shaka Caye offers a peaceful escape near the Belize Barrier Reef. Relax on the private beach, book spa treatments, or enjoy scuba and surfing. The Coral Reef restaurant serves international cuisine with stunning views. Free WiFi and highly-praised staff enhance the experience.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • All-inclusive
  • Spa
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room options

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2 bedroom Beachfront Suite | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

2 bedroom Beachfront Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 107 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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1 Bedroom Partial Ocean View Suite | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

1 Bedroom Partial Ocean View Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Mini-fridge
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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1 - Bedroom Beachfront Suite | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

1 - Bedroom Beachfront Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Mini-fridge
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Presidential Villa 2 Bedrooms | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Presidential Villa 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 186 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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1-Bedroom Beachfront Villa | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

1-Bedroom Beachfront Villa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
1/4 mile NE off St. George's Caye, Belize City, Little Frenchman Caye

What's nearby

  • Belize Barrier Reef - 1 min walk - 0.0 km

Restaurants

  • Sand Bar
  • St George's Lounge

About this property

Shaka Caye

All-inclusive family-friendly property near Belize Barrier Reef
You can look forward to a free return airport shuttle, a marina and a terrace at Shaka Caye. This property is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach, scuba diving and kayaking. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a Swedish massage, a facial or a body wrap. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, The Coral Reef, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Enjoy on-site activities, such as ecotours, boat tours and surfing/body boarding. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden and a playground.
Other perks include:
  • Babysitting (surcharge), a banquet hall and concierge services
  • A 24-hour front desk, a bodyboard on-site and water sports equipment
  • 1 meeting room, tour/ticket information and karaoke
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Shaka Caye have perks, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers and free toiletries
  • Balconies or patios, mini fridges and coffee/tea makers

All-inclusive details

This property is all-inclusive. On-site food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Food and beverages

All à la carte meals, snacks and select beverages included
Basic alcoholic drinks included
Room service during certain hours
In-room minibar (non-alcoholic beverages included)

Activities and facilities/equipment

All non-motorised water sports are included.

Water activities

Kayaking
Snorkelling

Land activities

Fitness facilities
Volleyball

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Free return airport shuttle from 8:30 AM to 5 PM

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Coral Reef

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Boat tours
  • Bodyboard
  • Ecotours
  • Fitness classes
  • Hunting
  • Karaoke
  • Kayaking
  • Playground
  • Scuba diving
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Marina
  • On a private beach
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via Boat to the property; guests must contact the property at least 48 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for 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 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 50.0 per day

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 50.0 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Royal Palm Island Resort Little Frenchman Caye
Royal Palm Island Resort
Royal Palm Island Little Frenchman Caye
Royal Palm Island Resort Belize/Belize Cayes
Shaka Caye All Inclusive
Royal Palm Island Resort
Shaka Caye Little Frenchman Caye
Shaka Caye All-inclusive property
Shaka Caye All-inclusive property Little Frenchman Caye

Frequently asked questions

Is Shaka Caye pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Shaka Caye?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Shaka Caye?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Shaka Caye?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Shaka Caye provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Shaka Caye?

Yes, the property is all-inclusive. Food and drinks are included (with some restrictions), and activities include snorkelling, kayaking, volleyball and more.

Where is Shaka Caye located?

Set in Little Frenchman Caye, this family-friendly property is steps from Belize Barrier Reef.

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Reviews

Shaka Caye Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

10

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 122 out of 139 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 139 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 139 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 139 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 139 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you are seeking seclusion, this is the place. The staff was so friendly and accommodating. We absolutely loved our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

sandhya tejaswi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had an amazing experience in Shaka caye. Very attentive staff and amazing chef. Recommend to those who want to have a laid back vacation in Belize. Experienced amazing hospitality , mouth watering 3 course meals and professional service even at off hours.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location with the best staff
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All of the staff were very friendly, accommodating and helpful. The food was very good with options for each meal. The island is small which creates a secluded and private setting. They provide a lot of options if you want to do excursions but the island is also great for relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at Shaka Caye was absolutely amazing not just because of the scenery but because of the staff and food as well! We truly loved our experience here. The staff were very friendly and helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Farre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice island to stay and relax
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really can't say enough about our stay at Shaka Caye. From the moment we got off the boat we were surrounded by beauty and luxury. The staff are fantastic, from the excellent bar staff (Obie and Roddy), to the boat and excursion captain (Andre), to our coordinator Daisy. We will 100% be back, it's that fantastic. 5++++ stars.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naimah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing. The rooms were very clean. The food was great! We stayed from Friday to Friday and all the food options were different from breakfast, lunch, snack and dinner. My husband and I came here for my birthday and our anniversary. They made that day very special. They decorated the boat. Then in the evening we had a nice romantic decorated dinner by the fireplace. They came out singing happy birthday with a cake. It just felt like we were on a couple’s retreat. Oh and bring extra bug spray, aloe Vera gel and alcohol. Those bugs will tear you up.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was wonderful thank you
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mayra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
If you are looking for a quiet vacation, a place to relax and enjoy the ocean, this is the great place. The staff is amazing, royalty treatment! Definitely recommend and already thinking on going back and make more memories. The food was amazing, many options and the snacks in between were delicious! Cottages are cute and cozy, plenty of space and the view is amazing. Nothing but good stuff to say about this place, the staff and the experience itself.
Cottage's view
Another shell on the way!
Cottage
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a delightful private small island. Only accessible by boat, so if you want to get away from it all this place is for you! Excellent staff, good food for a resort, and with capacity only for 35 guests you may find yourself completely alone like we did for our first few days. Kayak over to a private beach and swim with the fish (no sharks!) overall a very relaxing vacay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Eric Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not much to complain about at all. Be careful when booking as the room booked on Expedia and room we got there were not the same. One bedroom beachfront villa on Expedia translated to a one bedroom Jr. villa at the resort and was said to be a software disconnect???? Resort had no interest in fixing the problem for us. All other staff was amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about our stay was amazing! The convenience of boat transportation, the food was incredible, the property was romantic and beautiful, and their beach was so fun. Mostly, every staff member was so kind, helpful and great to be around!!! Shout out to Andre!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Micah J

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
My wife and I have just returned from Shaka Caye, and overall, we had a pleasant experience. However, there are a few things to consider before making a reservation. This resort is private, which means you won't have access to certain amenities that you might typically expect. If you're looking to venture off the resort, you can visit Caye Caulker, but be prepared to spend over $200 for just a few hours off the island. While Caye Caulker is quite small, it offers a nice escape if you're seeking a break from the resort's privacy. Again, this is extra. The resort provides three meals daily (breakfast, lunch, and dinner), but it could benefit from a wider variety of options. More choices for each meal would be appreciated. The bed was somewhat comfortable, but the power does go out for about 30 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a limited selection of snacks in the room (no alcohol included). You will also need to pay extra for premium liquor and wine. Daisy, Percy, and Michael were great staff members. Tipping is encouraged after your stay, typically around 10% of your total bill, in addition to what you have already paid. When we return to Belize, we will likely look for another accommodation option, but overall, it was a decent first experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Amenities
What an amazing place and an amazing staff. We are pretty picky when it comes to resorts and this place exceeded all of our expectations.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

brandy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were not sure what to expect when we booked this small island vacation but decided to try it and keep our expectations to a minimum. We just returned after staying at Shaka Caye for the last week. 12/11/25-12/18/25. We were blown away by the food, the accommodating staff, the island beauty, the tasty drinks, and the easy of walking around the island. Our room was beautifully decorated and comfortable, the AC was cold, the bathrooms were well appointed with hot showers, hair dryers and a straightener. The twice daily housekeeping spoiled us. The mini refrigerator was in perfect repair and well stocked daily with sodas, water, and snacks. Our room had 2 robes for use during our stay. We truly enjoyed having access to the double kayaks and the paddle boards which were in good repair. Shaka Caye ‘s staff want to meet every expectation. I fell in love with the fryjacks that the chef prepared for us daily and I made mention of how I would love to learn to make them. The next thing I knew I had an invitation for a fryjacks lesson. We went on a private snorkeling tour with Edwin and he made every effort to show us interesting fish and inform us about the reef. It was such a privilage to have been spoiled by such wonderful people. Percy, Michael, Roddy, and Obey all helped make our stay special. If you are looking for a quiet relaxing getaway and you are comfortable relaxing, swimming, fishing, and enjoying fresh food this place is such a great find.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abdulla

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Best place I ever been will come again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Isabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful island. Great vacation if you want a quiet, relaxing and secluded time. The food was amazing. You need to take a boat off the island to do excursions and that can be pricey. Also, if you like to watch TV at night, you should take a tablet, since the villas do not have TV’s.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gladys

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Spectacular place, location was perfect-Oceanview, its was peaceful, staff was exceptional friendly and helpful with all my needs. very clean place and food was fabulous.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone and everything was wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Wonderful Weekend

Rooms matched the photos, views were beautiful, and the staff was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sergio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We traveled there for a family vacation. The staff is outstanding. The location is also beautiful. My only critique would be the need of a pool and reconditioning the beach and the beach front wall. The food is outstanding. The staff is incredibly accommodating and very friendly. Definitely would highly recommend to families and or couples.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Musa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved shaka caye, wonderful island with great people. We loved our time there. If we are to give feedback, purchasing may be planned better. We ran out of limes :))
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Zaffron Chimene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024