Val's Backpacker Hostel, Cnr Mahogany St & Sharp St, Dangriga, Stann Creek, Belize, Central America
Phone +(501) 502-3324, After Hours +(501) 522-2346 Email valsbelize@yahoo.com
At Val's Backpackers we have 24 bunk beds in our fan-cooled dormitory. Bunk beds cost $15 BZE ($7.50 USD) per night. Hot and cold showers and toilet facilities are provided in the dorm. In addition we have a private studio apartment which sleeps 4. The apartment consists of two twin beds, comes with private bathroom and cable TV, and costs $60 BZE ($30 USD) per night (click here for photos). Please note that the above-mentioned prices do not include the 9% tax.
Available for purchase are:
filter coffee
banana bread
cold drinks
ice cream
In addition, we feature bike hire ($5 BZE/day) and offer high-speed broadband Internet services. We have computers available in our air-conditioned computer room, or you can use your own notebook/laptop computer and connect to our wireless network. Internet usage costs $1 BZE ($0.50 USD) per 15 min. Monthly charge (for unlimited use): $30 BZE ($15 USD).
We also offer a full laundry service. Our same-day machine wash and tumble-dry and fold service costs $2 BZE ($1 USD) per pound (minimum 4 pounds).
Furthermore, we provide lockable storage cupboards (complimentary with stay; $2 BZE/day for extra days) as well as a book exchange service and public toilet/bathroom facilities.
Val's is owned and managed by Dana Joseph, a local Garifuna businesswoman.
Val's has friendly staff, a rustic atmosphere and a "can-do" attitude - it's little wonder that Rough Guides travel books says that Val's Backpacker Hostel is your "one-stop shop" in Dangriga!
Would you like more information? To contact us, please click here.
We are currently in the process of adding a second floor "common room" to our facilities here. In the meantime, however, visitors can still enjoy the refreshing Caribbean breezes and lovely view from the roof of Val's.
$2 BZE/cup
$2 BZE/slice
$2 BZE/bottle
$1 BZE/scoop
Tours. Val's is happy to arrange tours of the town, surrounding areas, cayes - wherever you would like to go! Language and/or Cultural Lessons. Would you like to learn more about Garifuna culture or language while you're in Dangriga? If so, please talk to us. We can make any and all necessary arrangements for you.