Hopkins offers both quiet serenity and energetic options. Areca House is well-positioned for this too. It is south of the town limit where things are calm sparse and quiet, and town area is easily reachable by car/bike/cart (a longer and doable walk.) The space is as described with quiet beach access directly across the road where the resorts line the shoreline. The full kitchen is handy for cooking in-- more importantly making morning coffee. But the local restaurants in town are diverse and praised. Joseph and the the property manager Janette were prompt with their communication and with much insight into what the area has to offer. Hopkins gives you convenient access to Xunantunich, San Ignacio etc. Areca was a highlight in Belize for us.