Name: The Funky Dodo Backpackers Hostel
Address: South, Hopkins Rd, Hopkins, Belize, BZ
Telephone: +501 676-3636

The Funky Dodo Backpackers Hostel is a lodging, located at South, Hopkins Rd, Hopkins, Belize. They can be contacted via phone at +501 676-3636, visit their website funkydodo.bz for more detailed information.

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South, Hopkins Rd, Hopkins

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Added by Jopie, at 20 March 2016

Monday 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM

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Michael Morningstar

01 May 2018

I enjoy staying at the Funky Dodo because it is close to the beach and the owners go above and beyond to help me and others have a better visit to Hopkins Belize. They are a wealth of information about the local activities and connections in town. They are continually investing in updating and upgrading the facilities to enhance a visitors stay. I also meet a lot of other interesting travelers to share stories and travel suggestions. The price is excellent for a back packer or budget traveler looking for a bed and shower compared to other lodging choices in the village. They are close to the main road from the Southern highway and main bus stop. Close to a grocery store and restaurants. With the tree top deck and new private rooms completed it is even more appealing to visitors.
Dustin Willan

11 April 2018

Nice place, friendly owners, chill out space. Common kitchen. Nice and clean throughout.

No bar anymore if you are looking at lonely planet.

Cold water showers and slow wifi if there are lots of people using.
Siemen J

16 March 2018

Great Atmosphere. Friendly owners, would definitely go back and recommand. Some shortcomings: deposit for utensils, plates and extra fee for water is a bit annoying. why not raise price with 1 USD per night and make things less complicated? Same with 6% charge for creditcard. Power outlets were a bit strange, my charger would fall straight out if there was nothing underneath to support it. We also booked a fairly expensive snorkeling tour with them which was a waste of money because it rained all day. so check the weather yourself instead of letting the tour organizers decide whether to cancel or not, cause they won't, no matter what weather they predict. Tour was also described as if we would go to a restaurant on one of the islands, but instead was just a lunchbox with chicken & rice. Would have mentioned we were vegetarians earlier if we knew that beforehand. These are really just small unimportant things that could be improved, everything else was awesome including the great professional guide we had.
Svatopluk Dubsky

02 February 2018

Really nice place to stay, friendly staff. Restroom is out of the room. But hostel is beautiful
Uwe Kruggel

01 February 2018

Great location and nice hostel. Friendly staff! Had a wonderful time there.
Karim Gawad

01 February 2018

I found the place in San Ignacio, Belize on ioverlander and placed a booking on their website. Unfortunately they do immediate prepayment by paypal. I reached the place 1 hour after the booking was made and realised that there was a mistake on ioverlander and this Hostel was 150 km away. I immediately informed them by email ( 75 minutes after the primary booking) and asked for a refund. It was arround 5 pm at that time.
Following were several mails where they told me they would not refund me due to their refund policy and due to the fact that they had to turn 7 people away and could not rent the room to someone else!
Really poor performance. After 10 months of travel this is my first total failure in terms of friendliness, understanding and support. If that’s they way the make their money I hope they will be happy with my 35 US$ (which is by the way too expensive for a hostel anyway) !
Yvonne Mcgregor

17 January 2018

Very comfortable,fun and practical place to stay in Hopkins. RIGHT beside the beach and good restaurants
Emerson Kelly

30 November 2017

Good guess house for bag packers. safe and it middle town
David James

20 November 2017

Best (possibly only) hostel in Hopkins. Comfortable rooms and chilled atmosphere make this place a winner.
Valentin Lovis

28 October 2017

The Funky Dodo Backpackers is a great hostel. Located in the center of Hopkins, it's also next to the sea. The Staff is so nice easy and easy to communicate with. The premises were very clean. I recommend it!
Sabrina Da Maren

24 August 2017

I've not had the pleasure of staying here myself, however I did visit the location while staying with family in Hopkins Village.

The Funky Dodo has a very welcoming feeling and the owners, Anna and Roy, are friendly and welcoming. They are also very knowledgeable about the area and available activities.

Definitely a place to check out if looking for an authentic hostel experience while in Belize.
Kasey Carajan

06 August 2017

The funky dodo is an awesome hostel in the southern parts of belize. Super chilaxed environment. Makes for a great place to catch your breath on your travels with all their hammocks to lounge in. Owners are really nice people and very helpful, they will give you any info you need. Dorm room is good, fans for everyone! The hostel is very close to the beach, and the sunrises in hopkins on the dock are killer! If you have time on your travels this place is worth staying a night or two
Eve Soban

03 August 2017

Best hostel I have stayed at yet ! Beautful, clam, full of great people. Got a private room for about $40 and just wish I could have stayed longer. The kitchen is big and welcoming with two large fridges.

The owners are constantly there and helping with all sorts of suggestions and questions you might have. There is a night guard and eveyone who was staying there had their electronics all out and it was safe, like we are not in the 3rd world at all.

Grocery stoes and restaurants all around. Right next to the beach (but not at the beach). Went exploring the jungle with friends I made in the funky dodo. Just loved being there.
Michael Morningstar

19 July 2017

I enjoy staying at the Funky Dodo because it is close to the beach and the owners go above and beyond to help me and others have a better visit to Hopkins Belize. They are a wealth of information about the local activities and connections in town. They are continually investing in updating and upgrading the facilities to enhance a visitors stay. I also meet a lot of other interesting people to share stories and travel suggestions. The price is excellent for a back packer or budget traveler looking for a bed and shower compared to other lodgings in the village. They are close to the main road from the Southern highway and main bus stop. Close to a grocery store and restaurants.
Beau Lajeunesse

15 May 2017

If your coming to Hopkins in Belize, the funky dodo is the place to stay. The owners are super friendly, and the atmosphere is a fun yet peaceful slice of paradise with the beach only 50ft away. We cannot reccomend this hostle highly enough. Enjoy your stay in Belize!

-Beau, and Jack
Allen Dodd

16 April 2017

The owners are kind and it is a laid back atmosphere. Really near the beach. Its as nice a place as you need.
Lauren Porochonski

14 March 2017

This is a backpackers paradise. It's private and so cozy. The little sandy seating area with hamocks and the outdoor kitchen makes it so much more welcoming. The owner and his wife are so enthusiastic about Hopkins and know the Country itself perfectly. They'll help you navigate and give you all the tips and tricks for getting around and finding the best hang out. Hopkins is magicalit has an undeniably laid back hippie vibe, but is also so alive with incredible Garifuna music and food. It's small but has a huge personality. I love the treetop bar at funky dodo the best, you can play Jenga and cards with people from all over the world and have half off rum drinks during happy hour. I will return to this little paradise someday!
Riccardo Momoli

04 December 2016

Friendly owners with plenty of advices. Located in front of a bus stop. Clean and tidy. Good crowd. Charming top tree bar. Highly recommend.
Anna Jansson

11 November 2016

Clean and friendly. Good location close to the beach. On the pricey side though for being a hostel.
Travis Nelson

27 July 2016

The Funky Dodo was the first Hostel I ever stayed in. Ann and Roy made it a very pleasant and fun experience. 10/10 would recommend.
Francesco Agostini

27 March 2016

right on the beachdorm room can be improved.