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Portofino

3.0 of 5
6 Miles North | PO Box 36, San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize
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Ranked #15 of 53 hotels in San Pedro
4.5 of 5 stars 219 Reviews
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What travelers say about this hotel
  • Water taxi(9)
  • Friendly and helpful(5)
  • Mexico Rocks(5)
  • Honeymoon suite(5)
  • Very good(5)
  • Would highly recommend(4)
  • Boat ride(4)
  • Continental breakfast(3)
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TomSchoepen
Ghent, Belgium
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 7, 2012 NEW

My 4th visit in 14 months. Wonderful place, friendly people, very clean and charming houses. It's a relaxing place. The food is always great, a lot of choice and fast service. I wouldn't say it's a typical resort, therefore this place is too authentic and charming. It has been build over 12 years by a sweet family, so this place... More

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Micah H
Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
1 review
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 4, 2012 NEW
1
person found this review helpful

Where to start? We're a 30 something couple, travelling from Canada, who were looking for a unique but accessible/affordable getaway, somewhere in the Caribbean. Having done much research -and it seems to me the negative reviews here, some of which utterly laughable, are due in part to poor research on the traveller's parts- we decided on Belize. First good decision.... More

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Jan van Noord, Owner at Portofino, responded to this review
February 7, 2012

Thank you so much for such a detailed review of your experience here with us! We are so pleased that you were able to enjoy our little piece of paradise so much and especially the hospitality of our staff, as it is our goal to ensure that our guests needs are catered to at the very best. We look forward... More

Annikaxo
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 31, 2012

I would recommend Portofino hotel and San Pedro as a vacation spot to all my friends. Food, pool, rooms and landscaping are all fabulous. The dive shop right in front of the resort is the best in town for exceptional service and a truly unforgettable experience. Only downfall of the resort is it is a 15 min water taxi ride... More

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Jan van Noord, Owner at Portofino, responded to this review
February 7, 2012

Thank you so much for your review. We are very pleased that you enjoyed the island and your stay with us. Thank you so much for the recommendation as well. We would love to welcome you again! More

Sheila W
Bennett, Colorado
1 review
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 29, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

We stayed at Portofino mid January for 7 wonderful days. We felt so welcomed as we got off the boat that brought us from San Pedro to the resort (captained by Mo), met by Raphael at the door of the office with complimentary drinks (he makes an excellent Pina Colada!!), waited on in the restaurant by Flor, John, and Ivan,... More

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Jan van Noord, Owner at Portofino, responded to this review
January 30, 2012

Thank you so much for your wonderful comments. We are so glad to have been able to share our little piece of paradise with you! The Portofino Family looks forward to welcoming you again! More

TheFlyingNurse
Palm Coast
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 25, 2012

We travel several times a year and to many international locations. Rarely repeat any, but will repeat this location. Location: Looking for quiet, private, lacking noisy children (only 17 suites) and away from town PERFECT. 6 miles north from San Pedro so walking to town for mayhem is not easy. Water taxi is $ 11 o/w however the resort has... More

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JGandCG
Boston, Massachusetts
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews
6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 17, 2012

Overall, we had a fantastic week at Portofino. Our cabana was small but lovely and comfortable. On our arrival, we were offered a welcome drink and an introduction to the resort before we went to our room, which had fresh flowers tucked into every nook and cranny. The bed was a bit hard, but better too hard than too soft,... More

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CaseyAndMolly
Hamilton, Montana, United States
1 review
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 14, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Portofino Beach Resort is a wonderful place to stay on Ambergris Caye. We chose this resort to have a destination wedding and it couldn’t have been more perfect. The resort was very clean and comfortable, and we spent 7 perfect days in paradise. The staff was absolutely marvelous, patient, and helpful and they treat everyone like old friends making you... More

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Jan van Noord, Owner at Portofino, responded to this review
January 20, 2012

Weddings are meant to be a very special day. One to remember for the rest of your life. We are so delighted to have been a part of that special day and we wish you both a lifetime of happiness. Thank you for your review and wonderful comments about your stay with us. The entire family at Portofino looks forward... More

FrankBeverly
Pacifica, California
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 29, 2011

A little vacatiion break for my husband and I before the holidays led us to Portofino on Ambergris Caye in Belize. The reservation process for our stay at Portofino was seamless: their staff (thanks, Lorraine and David!) booked our flight from Belize City to San Pedro, and then sent a taxi to pick us up at the San Pedro Airport... More

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Jan van Noord, Owner at Portofino, responded to this review
January 20, 2012

We are so happy that you were able to find the escape you were looking for here at Portofino! It was indeed a pleasure having you with us and very happy that you were part of the 'santa dive'. The entire family at Portofino looks forward to welcoming you again! More

gogogogoVirginia
Virginia
2 reviews
3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 29, 2011
1
person found this review helpful

We stayed at Portofino in mid-November and had a lovely time. The tree top suite is worth the extra money. The view from the private balcony and the overall privacy this room allowed for, was perfect. Staff were very friendly, accommodating and helpful. We took the kayak to Mexico Rocks for some fantastic snorkeling. I also recommend the day trip... More

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Jan van Noord, Owner at Portofino, responded to this review
December 12, 2011

We are very pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us and the wonderful snorkeling at Mexico Rocks. Thank you for staying with us and for the wonderful review. We hope to welcome you once again. More

jeanne0206
Waupaca, Wisconsin
2 reviews
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 17, 2011
2
people found this review helpful

Our first visit to Portofino Beach Resort in San Pedro, Belize, was in March 2002, just months after they opened. We found paradise from the moment we were met by Moh, the boat captain, for the private 20 minute ride to Portofino. Having researched places on the internet, we found exactly what we were looking for. Secluded, intimate, and steps... More

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Jan van Noord, General Manager at Portofino, responded to this review
November 26, 2011

It was indeed such a pleasure having you once again. We are so happy that throughout the years, we keep welcoming you back and your experience is always pleasurable. Thank you very much for your comments and we look forward to your next visit! More

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Address: 6 Miles North | PO Box 36, San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize

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