Lodging Ambergris Caye, Belize

On September 4th 1974, the first guests checked into the newly finished lodge to start a long history of world renowned fishing. In 1997, it was purchased by brother and sister Logan and Ali Gentry.

In 2004 Ali’s parents, Chris and Steve Spiro, joined her in Belize. The recently constructed one, two and three bedroom luxury villas add a completely new and unique dimension to the El Pescador experience for travelers seeking privacy with all the amenities of the original lodge. El Pescador's fame as a flats fisherman's paradise, as well as resort for all adventures Belize, continues to grow and improve with time. The hosts live at the lodge to assure quality service around the clock. The lodge has three fresh water pools for the guests enjoyment.

Each of the thirteen guest rooms in our main lodge face the sea and are just steps away from our swimming pool adjacent to the beach. All have private baths, overhead fans and air-conditioning.

Upgrades are available to El Pescador's lovely villas which have stunning views of the beach and the Belize Barrier Reef across an open expanse of turquoise Caribbean Sea. They are two story, 3-bedroom, 3-bath homes, designed in a lock-off configuration, which enables you to rent a 1, 2 or 3 bedroom villa to perfectly match your individual needs, while ensuring your complete privacy.
Meals are served in the dinning area or outside on the deck next to the office and gift/fly shop.. On premise you will find a tour office, fly shop, gift and sundry shop and the bar.

The house specialty is tropical rum punch, but we also offer a full selection of top shelf liquors, wine and beer. Many international cigars are available in San Pedro and are sold upon request. The local beer, wine and rum drinks taken at the bar are included in the fishing package. There is a charge for specialty brands of liquor and certain mixed drinks.

Currency:
The Belizean currency is the Belize dollar. It is commonly exchanged at the lodge using the rate of BZ$2.07 equals US $1.00 for cash and travellers cheques, BZ$2.07 equals US$1.00 for credit cards (Visa and Master Card only). You do not need to convert currencies upon arrival. Everyone accepts USD and will give you BZ$ for your change.

Liquor and Cigars:
Our bar offers a full selection of top shelf liquors, wine and beer. Many international cigars are available in San Pedro and are sold upon request.

Cellular Phones / PDAs:
Please check with your individual provider to see how to activate your specific service in Belize.
In general you may use your cell phone provided it is GSM 1900 and unlocked; all you need to do is buy a Sim Card for BZ$50.00 and prepaid phone cards, or you may rent cell phones from BTL (the International Airport office only. No branch locations) for BZ$10.80 per day with a deposit of BZ$299.00 (Cash or Credit Card accepted) and then use prepaid cards. International Roaming is provided by T. Mobil, Cingular and MexTel - subscribers need to check with service providers in USA.

WI-FI:
We offer complimentary wireless internet service and recommend that you bring your laptop if you’d like to stay connected to the internet.

Tipping:
Tipping is a personal decision based on service. Normally guides and staff are tipped upon departure in accordance to help rendered. Ask the Lodge managers for guidelines.