Mid-Range Travel Guide: Belize City

Accommodation

$60-140 per night

Private rooms in mid-range hotels, boutique guesthouses, B&Bs with private bathrooms

Food & Dining

$35-70 per day

Mix of local restaurants and tourist-oriented spots, hotel breakfasts, some international cuisine

Transportation

$15-35 per day

Mix of public transport and taxis, occasional private transfers, rental bikes

Activities

$40-90 per day

Paid tours to nearby attractions, museum entries, boat trips, cultural experiences

Eat at local spots away from the tourist waterfront area - typically 40-60% cheaper than tourist restaurants

Use public buses instead of taxis for city transport - usually 80-90% savings on transportation costs

Book accommodation directly with properties rather than through booking sites to avoid commission fees

Shop at local markets for snacks and drinks instead of hotel shops - typically 50-70% less expensive

Take advantage of free walking areas like the Swing Bridge and waterfront instead of paid attractions

Travel during shoulder season (April-May, September-October) for 20-40% lower accommodation rates

Join group tours rather than private tours - generally 60-80% cheaper per person

Only eating in the Fort George tourist area instead of exploring local neighborhoods - can double your food costs

Taking taxis everywhere instead of using public buses - transportation costs can increase by 400-500%

Booking tours at hotel concierge desks instead of shopping around - typically 30-50% markup on activities

Not carrying small bills for local vendors and buses - often results in overpaying or getting poor exchange rates