8. Punta Gorda – Belize
IM Score: 24
Rent Cost: $250
Hospital to Population Ratio: 5,351
Flight to U.S. Cost: $649
Country Global Retirement Index: 15
In case you would want to live on the beach, then this entry on our list of best places to retire in Central America is one to consider. This is a small town that will offer you all the comfort and peace you need. There isn’t much to do besides enjoying the sea and eat delicious food. But what else do you need?