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About the Belize Hotel Association

The Belize Hotel Association (BHA) is a non-profit, non-government organization and Belize’s oldest private sector tourism organization. Its membership is comprised primarily of accommodation providers including hotels, resorts, lodges, condominiums, educational facilities and home-stays with allied members including tour operators and ancillary businesses that service the hospitality industry.

The BHA works diligently to support the sustainable growth of member hotels and the tourism industry in Belize through global marketing initiatives, private and public sector partnerships and training opportunities aimed at increased standards and professional service.

Our Core Values

Collaboration

We work together toward a shared purpose, trusting in each other's skills and good intentions.

Innovation

We embrace change and new ideas to better serve our members and strengthen our association.

Excellence

We take pride in delivering high-quality work built on integrity and dedication.

Transparency

We communicate openly, honestly, and respectfully.

Unity

We believe we are stronger together. We're Better Together.
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Mission & Vision

The Belize Hotel Association encourages and supports the sustainable growth of member hotels through lobbying efforts, national and international linkages, marketing initiatives and training opportunities.

Board of Directors

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Reynaldo Malik

President
Thatch Caye, A Muy'Ono Resort

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Blanca Lau-Narvaez

1st Vice President
Pelican Reef Villas

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Barbara Hall

2nd Vice President
A Belizean Nirvana

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Rudy Gonzalez

Treasurer
Atlantic Bank Ltd.

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Patricia Johnson

Secretary
Absolute Belize

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Alina Saldivar

Immediate Past President
Island Magic Beach Resort

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Anoushka de Boucherville-Brandl

Director
Minerva Hospitality

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Sherry Constantino

Director
eData Limited

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Nikita Hohenkirk

Director
Brand Buddy

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Melissa Martin-Castillo

Director
Tony's Inn & Beach Resort

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Scott McArdle

Director
Alaia Belize, Autograph Collection

Secretariat

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Naomi Martinez-Ashby

General Manager

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Shamarie Lamb

Membership Coordinator

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Loreny Altamirano

Marketing Coordinator

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Jamie Lara

Video Production Specialist