Welcome to "Sunset" at El Gran Castillo de Arena – Your Caribbean Getaway!

Kick off your shoes, breathe in the Caribbean air, and get ready to experience island life! Welcome to "Sunset" at El Gran Castillo de Arena, a comfortable and versatile 2-bedroom, 1-bath beachfront retreat on beautiful Ambergris Caye, Belize.

Relax, Recharge & Enjoy the Island

This inviting lower-level home is designed with families and friends in mind. Both bedrooms feature splitable king beds, giving you the flexibility to enjoy a spacious king bed or configure each room with two twin beds—perfect for couples, families, or groups with different sleeping arrangements.

Need a little extra space? The living room sleeper sofa can accommodate an additional guest or two.

Inside, you'll find a fully equipped kitchen and dining area, making it easy to prepare breakfast before a day of adventure, enjoy a casual lunch, or gather around the table in the evening to share stories from your day in paradise.

The home also offers smart TVs, high-speed Wi-Fi, comfortable indoor and outdoor living spaces, and all the essentials for a relaxing stay.

Step Outside & Enter Paradise

Just beyond your door, breathtaking Caribbean views and the beauty of Ambergris Caye await.

Guests at El Gran Castillo de Arena enjoy access to:

🏝️ 100-foot sandy beachfront

⚓ New 150' beach pier

🏊 Rooftop pool overlooking the Caribbean

🛶 Beach and water gear

🌴 Relaxing outdoor spaces

🌊 Swimming, snorkeling, fishing & paddleboarding

Spend your morning strolling along the beach, your afternoon exploring the reef, and your evening watching the sunset from the rooftop pool. Or simply grab a drink, find a shady spot, and let island time take over.

Exciting Improvements Are Underway!

Our new owners are reinvesting in the property to make your stay even better. Despite the home receiving more than 40 five-star reviews under previous ownership and management, exciting improvements are underway!

Sunset is being refreshed with brand-new mattresses, all-new linens and pillows, and additional updates throughout the home. Photos will be updated once the work is complete, with improvements expected to be finished by November 1, 2026.

Your Personal Island Concierge

A dedicated caretaker is available to help make your stay comfortable, stress-free, and personalized from arrival through departure.

We can also help you arrange the details of your Belize adventure, including:

✈️ Transportation from Belize City's international airport (BZE) to the water taxi terminal

✈️ Domestic flights from BZE to San Pedro

🛺 Golf cart rentals—with your cart ready when you arrive

🤿 Snorkeling and scuba diving

🎣 Flats, reef & deep-sea fishing

🚤 Jet skis, kiteboarding & windsurfing

🪂 Parasailing & helicopter tours

⛵ Catamaran & sailing excursions

💆 In-home massages

👨‍🍳 Private chefs

And when you're ready to explore beyond Ambergris Caye, we can help arrange mainland adventures including ancient Mayan sites, cave tubing, zip lining, waterfalls, hiking, horseback riding, rappelling, pontoon tours, the Belize Zoo, butterfly farms, and more.

Bring the Whole Crew!

Traveling with extended family or a larger group? El Gran Castillo de Arena features three separate units and can accommodate up to 12 guests, making it a wonderful option for families and groups who want to vacation together while still having their own space.

From peaceful mornings on the beach to thrilling days exploring Belize's spectacular waters and jungle, El Gran Castillo de Arena gives you the freedom to make your vacation exactly what you want it to be.

Relax. Explore. Reconnect. Make memories.

Your private slice of Caribbean paradise awaits at El Gran Castillo de Arena!





What’s Nearby?

Food/Drinks:

Tropical Escape Restaurant – at Hidden Jewel Boutique Hotel, immediately north of El Gran Castillo, open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Shaggy’s Hideaway Bar and Grill – ½ mile south on the same road; open from noon to midnight

Mambo Restaurant – at Mata Chica Resort, ¾ mile north, open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Portofino Restaurant – Portofino Resort, 1.5 miles north; open breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Sol Café – 1.5 miles south; open 6:30 am to 2 pm

Moon Bar – Mangata Villas, 1 ¾ miles north – pizza and drinks, adults only, noon to 9 pm

Groceries/Convenience Stores:

Caribeña Fuels North – Gas Station/Convenience store with basic groceries, 2/3 mile south

Mikah’s – 1.5 miles south; small produce stand with some frozen meat/seafood

Palm Supermarket – 2 ¼ miles south – Imported and local groceries