Six Senses Residences Belize is a new overwater residential development on Emerald Caye, a private island off the coast of Ambergris Caye in Belize. The project comprises 16 two- and four-bedroom branded residences alongside a 40-suite overwater bungalow hotel, with construction now underway and an expected debut in 2028. Pricing for the branded residences starts at USD$3.75m.
The development introduces overwater living of this scale to the western hemisphere for the first time, drawing on the format more commonly associated with the Maldives or French Polynesia. Emerald Caye sits within reach of the world’s largest marine sinkhole and the world’s second largest barrier reef, and is a 15-minute boat ride from San Pedro, which connects to Belize City’s international airport via a short domestic flight.
Two floors above the Caribbean
The villas at Six Senses Residences Belize are available in two configurations. Two-bedroom homes span 4,387 square feet, while four-bedroom options offer 7,891 square feet of indoor and outdoor space. Both layouts are spread across two floors: the lower level incorporates a full kitchen, pantry, laundry, living room, sun deck, terrace and pool, while the upper level houses the bedrooms, bathrooms, wellness equipment, an office and a balcony facing the Caribbean Sea.
What the resort will offer
Six Senses Residences Belize forms part of the broader Six Senses Belize Resort & Spa, which will include the 40 overwater bungalow hotel suites, two signature restaurants, a full-service spa and wellness centre, an oceanfront yoga pavilion, a private beach club and resort pool, a Kids Club, and an elevated lookout lounge called The Nest. Owners will have a dedicated arrival pier.
The spa programme at Six Senses Residences Belize draws on traditional Mayan practices, incorporating locally sourced natural remedies as part of the wellness offering. The approach is consistent with Six Senses’ established focus on place-specific, holistic programming across its global portfolio, which includes properties in Fiji, Bali, Kyoto, Samui, Rome and Dubai.
A Caribbean base with easy access to adventure
Beyond the resort itself, Belize offers a range of experiences within straightforward reach of Emerald Caye. The island’s mainland is home to rainforests, rivers, waterfalls, cave tubing and Mayan archaeological sites, while the surrounding waters support diving and marine excursions. San Pedro, the nearby island village, provides dining, shopping and nightlife options for those looking to explore beyond the property.
Development partner John Turley noted the country’s accessibility as a key factor, pointing to flight times of under three hours from Miami, Houston and Atlanta, with additional direct routes from Denver and Los Angeles. For buyers weighing up a Caribbean base, Six Senses Residences Belize positions itself as an option that combines convenience with an experience not previously available in the region.
Quick Summary – Six Senses Residences Belize
- ⭐ Style: Overwater branded residences and bungalow hotel suites
- 📍 Location: Emerald Caye, off Ambergris Caye, Belize
- 📅 Opening date: 2028
- 🔑 Key feature: 16 two- and four-bedroom overwater villas, from $3.75M USD
- 🍽 Dining: Two signature restaurants within the Six Senses Belize resort
- 💆 Wellness: Six Senses Belize Spa with Mayan-inspired therapies, oceanfront yoga pavilion
- ✨ Ideal for: Luxury buyers seeking a Caribbean base with wellness and ocean access
