HOPKINS, STANN CREEK DISTRICT, BELIZE - $ 649,500

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PROPERTY#:12701503

$ 649,500

#Belize Turn-Key Backpacker Hostel for Sale in Hopkins #Belize Turn-Key Backpacker Hostel for Sale in Hopkins

Hopkins

     Award-Winning, Profitable Hostel for Sale in Hopkins, Belize
The Iconic Funky Dodo Backpackers – Turnkey Business + Guaranteed Income

A rare opportunity to own one of Belize’s most recognized and consistently top-rated hospitality businesses in the heart of the thriving coastal village of Hopkins, Belize.
The Funky Dodo Backpackers Hostel, an award-winning, highly profitable, fully licensed operation, is now available for purchase — complete with infrastructure upgrades, future bookings, and contracted guaranteed group income.
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Major 2026 Upgrades & Income Enhancements
This is not just a business — this is a continuously improved, cash-flowing hospitality asset:
• Brand New Commercial-Grade Speed Queen Washer & Dryer ($6,000 investment)
• Fiber Optic Internet Installation (scheduled) – resolving prior connectivity issues
• New Afternoon/Evening Desk Clerk – strengthening operations
• Signed Contract with Toronto-Based Tour Company

 • Reliable off-season income
 • Predictable base occupancy

New Chromagen Solar Water Heater with Electric Backup
 • Reliable hot water for communal showers
 • Eco-friendly + cost-efficient
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Prime Location – Hopkins Village, Belize
• Located in the very center of Hopkins
• On the main road
• Just 100 feet from the Caribbean Sea
• The only hostel in the village
• Constant international foot traffic
Hopkins is one of Belize’s fastest-growing tourism destinations, known for its Garifuna culture, beaches, diving, waterfalls, and proximity to Placencia and the Belize Barrier Reef.
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Accommodation Capacity – Up to 40 Guests
The property accommodates up to 40 guests comfortably:
Dormitories
• Two beautifully designed dorm rooms
• 8 beds in each dorm
Private Rooms (10 Total)
• 3 rooms with one double bed
• 3 rooms with two single beds
• 2 rooms with one double + two bunked singles + ensuite
• 2 “TreeTop” Queen rooms with ensuite bath
The TreeTop rooms can easily be converted into a private owner’s apartment.
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Outdoor & Guest Amenities
• Lush, landscaped tropical garden
• Hammocks + multiple lounging areas
• Fully equipped communal kitchen
o Two new refrigerators
o New cooktop
o Complete dishware & cookware
• Four large, refurbished shower stalls
• Four toilet stalls
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Sustainable & Eco-Friendly Systems
• Three solar collector systems
• Brand new Chromagen solar water heater with electric backup
• Gray water recycling system for toilet flushing
• Environmentally conscious infrastructure
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Recently Renovated & Upgraded
• New roofs
• Updated interiors
• Modernized plumbing
• Updated electrical systems
• Fresh landscaping
This is a true turnkey hospitality investment!
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Awards & Recognition
• TripAdvisor Traveler’s Choice – 5 Years Running
• Runner-Up – BTB “Best Small Accommodation in Belize”
• Starred “Must Visit” Entry – Lonely Planet
• Top Rated on Booking.com & Hostelworld
• Fully Licensed by Belize Tourism Board
• Gold Standard Certified

PLUS:
The current owners will provide 3 months of free consulting support to ensure a seamless transition.
Financials available with signed NDA.
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Investment Highlights
• Established brand with international recognition
• Strong online reputation
• Off-season contracted group income
• Eco-friendly infrastructure
• Low property taxes
• Immediate cash flow
• Lifestyle + income opportunity
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Live & Work in Paradise
Ready to leave cold winters behind but not ready to retire?
Own a thriving hospitality business in one of Belize’s most desirable coastal villages. This is an ideal opportunity for lifestyle investors, digital nomads, hospitality entrepreneurs, or semi-retirees seeking income and adventure.

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