Located within the city of Corozal, Belize, the Free Zone Princess Hotel and Casino is one of the gems of the tiny Central American country whose economy is built almost entirely on tourism. Situated in the so-called Free Zone because of its tax system, the entire city is a duty-free shopping center.
Open daily from 12PM to 6AM, the Free Zone Princess Casino boasts two floors of gaming with all your favorite table games and electronic gaming machines. Play Blackjack, Poker and Roulette on the casino’s 19 tables or try your luck on the 500 electronic gaming machines – slots, video Poker, virtual Roulette and more. Don’t forget to eat up, as the casino provides free buffet and drinks to gamers.
When it comes time to bed down, you can’t do much better than the Free Zone Princess Hotel. The 50-room hotel offers all the greatest modern amenities, including 24-hour desk and room services, satellite television, air conditioning and mini-bar. Best of all, the standard room rates start at $66US. Each room provides great views of the Caribbean and the jungles surrounding the city.
Dining at the Free Zone Princess Hotel restaurant is easy and laid back. Enjoy buffets seven days a week at various hours and with all types of international cuisine, from local Belizean seafood to Chinese and Thai dishes. When you’re done, head to one of the two separate bars for a drink. There are local beers, limited wine selection and all your favorite cocktails.
When you’re ready to relax, there are plenty of options. While the Free Zone Princess Hotel doesn’t have its own workout area, there is a pool with swim-up bar, and of course, the vast and beautiful Caribbean Sea is only steps from the hotel. Head to the beach and you can enjoy swimming, diving and snorkeling. If you’re truly adventurous, take up a fishing tour and try catching a barracuda or tarpon.
In terms of nightly entertainment, there are limited options. There is a Russian Revue at the casino which features dancing girls from throughout Russia and the former Soviet states and nearby the casino you can find karaoke bars, a couple of night clubs, billiards, arcades and two theaters.
There are other attractions, too. Corozal is a great place to stay if you want to take day trips deeper into the country. Take a guided tour of the jungle to see exotic wildlife. Visit the nearby Jaguar sanctuary or Iguana farm or embark on an excursion to find Mayan ruins; the choice is yours. You can also enjoy the duty-free shopping throughout most of the city.
To find the Free Zone Princess Hotel and Casino, fly into Corozal Airfield via Belize International Airport and take a 20-minute drive to Free Zone Princess Hotel & Casino, 1 Freedom Avenue, Corozal District, Belize.
