We try to avoid coming home with very much Belizean currency. Would it be rude to suggest a time machine?Unlike the US market, cash is still the standard form of payment in Belize.These days all hotels, many larger restaurants and bars accept credits cards for payment – generally for amounts over $20bzd. Zoom in to see updated info. Remember that nearly all prices for items are shown in Belizian prices, not US, and there is no US price in smaller print anywhere. Do we need to exchange US currency for Belize currency?Not only do you not have to exchange currency, you'll find yourself paying very often with a mix of both currencies. On our first trip to Belize, would you believe we brought Traveler’s Checks?
(If you do get into that position, you will find that some of the larger supermarkets or bars — ones that deal with many tourists — will accept the bill – or help you out. This blog post will help anyone planning to visit Belize.Hi, Rebecca, Chris and I always have a discussion about how much to tip for services, like carrying our bags into the airport, or for the housekeeper who cleans our room. Your hotel expects credit card payment, as do the more expensive restaurants. Please see our best Belize packing list for further information; request this document by email or phone. I’m not sure what the vetting process is exactly…Is the information in regards to vendors not accepting AmEx current? $50US or $100US bills will be hard, often impossible to cash in smaller villages or small shops and restaurants. The Belize dollar is the official currency of Belize – and it is pegged (or set) to the US Dollar. It is an easy $2 Belize for $1 US exchange. You can pay in US dollars, however change will be provided in Belize dollars.Is there any place I can play ping pong in San Pedro ? And, if you buy something, your change will only be in Belizean dollars. Practically everyone takes American currency. As our Belizean petty cash accumulated, we were sure to use it first. I'm going to be I. Ambergris Caye from Feb 4 to Feb 22, 2017. I spent a full year deciding if Belize was right for me, over 3 years managing a sometimes gritty bar & restaurant and now 5+ years travelling, living and writing this blog. No one wants to be running around the evening they arrive looking for an ATM machine.I can’t estimate the amount for you – but budget enough for smaller meals like breakfast and lunch and shopping you might do. Arriving on Friday and planned to use AmEx. Here is an example of the breakdown of how much cash one should bring for a family of four. In general, the higher prices are quoted in US dollars – like real estate, hotel and tour prices. Just ask them at the counter before you order. Bills come in $2, $5, $10, $20, $50 and $100 – coins 1 cent, 5, 10, 25 (or a “shilling”) and 50 cents. The two are interchangeable. I mean…you can’t just waltz in off the street and cash a check. When we get to Belize we use our RBC debit cards to take out cash at the ATM's and have never had an issue. We try to avoid coming home with very much Belizean currency. Xanadu has safes in the rooms (at least we did), so keeping the cash secure was made easy. I was at a local market and handed them $5 Belize and received US change. Feedback (positive is always preferred but not Belizean businesses are very happy to receive US currency.
$2 to 5US a day for a standard room…big, multi-room suites or very high end hotels, a bit more.See if you have a local smaller bank that rebates ATM charges anywhere in the world with a certain balance. It is no problem at all.VISA and Mastercard are generally preferred and at many places, the only cards taken. Belize Currency Converter. However, if you are buying several items have a calculator. And if you’ve visited and have suggestions, additions or questions, please let me know!Eat local food (AND street food), go on tours, talk to people – especially those who live here – for suggestions and local color, take the precautions that you would take visiting any new place and you’ll enjoy your time in Belize.Great information, Rebecca!