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Portofino Beach Resort

4.0 star property
Hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool

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Bungalows with porches and gardens, nestled among palm trees and lush vegetation.
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Relax by the pool surrounded by palm trees and a thatched-roof structure.
Relax in this serene room with a large bed, wooden floor, and a door leading to an outdoor area with a table and chairs.
Relax by the pool or on the beach with a clear view of the ocean.
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping

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Double Room, 1 King Bed (VIP)

Double Room, 1 King Bed (VIP)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
  • 71 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Cabana (Beach Cabana)

Beach Cabana

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished

Family Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
  • 71 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Tree House

Tree House

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
  • 54 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard, Beachfront (Beachfront Room)

Standard, Beachfront (Beachfront Room)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
  • 36 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

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6.5mi North Of San Pedro Barrier Reef, Ambergris Caye, San Pedro

What's nearby

  • Secret Beach - 22 min drive - 9.1 km
  • San Pedro Beach - 30 min drive - 9.9 km
  • San Pedro Belize Express Dock - 36 min drive - 12.0 km
  • San Pedro Town Hall - 36 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Belize Chocolate Company - 37 min drive - 12.4 km

Getting around

  • San Pedro (SPR-John Greif II) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cool Beans - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Palapa Bar & Grill - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Coco Loco's Beach Bar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Sandbar - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Rain Restaurant & Rooftop Lounge - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Portofino Beach Resort

Upscale hotel near Belize Barrier Reef
You can look forward to free continental breakfast, a free return airport shuttle and a terrace at Portofino Beach Resort. With a beachfront location, beachfront dining and beach massages, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Indulge in a facial, a body scrub and aromatherapy at the on-site spa. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, The Portofino Restaurant, offers lunch, dinner, light fare and ocean views. Enjoy on-site activities, such as scuba diving, fishing and kayaking. A garden, a library and dry cleaning/laundry services are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool with sunloungers
  • A free ferry terminal shuttle, free bike hire and babysitting (surcharge)
  • A front desk safe, wedding services and tour/ticket information
  • Concierge services, beach towels and a reception hall
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as separate sitting areas and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 40-inch Smart TVs with digital channels
  • Furnished balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and separate sitting areas

Languages

Dutch, English, German, Spanish

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Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Free return airport shuttle from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
  • Free ferry terminal shuttle

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Portofino Restaurant

Things to do

  • Ecotours
  • Fishing
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkelling

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 9 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Paper towels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 1 September 2025 to 22 September 2025 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for BZD 45.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: BZD 45.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Portofino Beach Resort San Pedro
Portofino Beach San Pedro
Portofino Beach Resort Belize/San Pedro
Portofino Hotel San Pedro
Portofino Beach
Portofino Beach Resort Hotel
Portofino Beach Resort San Pedro
Portofino Beach Resort Hotel San Pedro

Frequently asked questions

Does Portofino Beach Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Portofino Beach Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Portofino Beach Resort?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM.

What time is check-out at Portofino Beach Resort?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Portofino Beach Resort provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle.

Where is Portofino Beach Resort located?

Located in San Pedro, this beachfront hotel is on the boardwalk, just steps away from Hol Chan Marine Reserve and Belize Barrier Reef. Mexico Rocks is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) away.

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Portofino Beach Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 136 out of 222 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 60 out of 222 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 222 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 222 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 222 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Me and my daughter we had a great time at Portofino. All the staff are very professional and incredibly welcoming. We loved our room Toucans made with all natural material and super cozy.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

I very much enjoyed my stay at Portofino. The resort is very relaxed, and the people are great. I will definitely be returning.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

6/10

This was a beautiful, quiet resort - Perfect for the couple or family that isn't in for a touristy like experience. The bungalows are just fabulous - look out over the pool then the the water. Can't swim in the water due about 6-8 feet of seaweed from the beach into the water - which is very smelly mostly in the mornings. This resort is about a 30 minute golf cart ride away from anything. So if you want a private peaceful getaway, this is it!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10

Shower water temperature never got hot.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10

We stayed in one of the Cabanas and it was so lovely !! Very clean and authentic I loved the ocean breeze! If you are looking for a resort that offers peace and quiet this the one! The ocean view from our hammock in the patio was amazing we would definitely return
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10

Good
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

The food was fantastic and I had an incredible massage in the spa palapa. The service from all the staff was 5-star.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

8/10

We very much enjoyed our stay at Portofino. It is a bit out of town but it was all part of the experience so would do it again. Pool felt a little too cool. Rooms on the beach were fantastic. Staff friendly and flexible. Restaurant lovely. Would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

This was a lovely, charming property. Restaurant had great food and room right in the beach was great. Beach and kayaking were good. Beach had sargassum but staff cleaned as much as they could. semi-swimable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

We would like to thank all the staff at the Portofino Resort for giving us such a lovely vacation. We were so surprised to receive such warm attention, from the birthday cake made from towels on our bed when we arrived to the complimentary birthday cake we received at dinner. We will always remember how kind and friendly the people at Portofino Resort and Belize are.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

The resort had a really peaceful feel. It far exceeded our expectations for the write up from the travel books. The food was exceptional at the restaurant and reasonably priced. It was very nice having all the water activities, such as fishing and diving and snorkeling right on the resort pier. The pool was very beautiful and the setting superior with all the wonderful palm trees and beach. The sunflower room was exceptional. Would highly recommend this resort to anybody looking to have a relaxing and enjoyable experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10

The staff were very nice and accommodating
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Great resort and excellent service bu Lorraine and staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

Beautiful location, great staff, super friendly and very welcoming. Would love to stay again.

10/10

This was a very quiet resort not a full one either it was exactly what my friend and I were looking for the staff was extremely Friendly and accommodating they even provided my friend with a charger for her phone when hers stop Working. I would recommend this place to anyone just needing a quiet calm freeway
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Excellent service! Loves my stay here!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

Everyone was so nice, attentive to our needs and the staff made sure we were well taken care of! Portofino Beach Resort will be revisited by us! Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

This property was everything and more. It was a property for all ages, quiet, and clean: The food was amazing on the resort and the staff were top tier.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10

We stayed at for 12 days and enjoyed every day. The food was amazing (and I am extremely picking). The people were awesome and our accommodations were clean and well maintained. I would recommend this resort to anyone looking for a quiet out of the hustle of the city resort

8/10

Look no further if you are looking for a resort that is quiet, not crowed, and off the beaten path. This is the place to be. Service is outstanding and the employees are friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10

Very quiet resort. Staff was attentive and very personable (Evelyn, Luis, Marco) Service from reception to grounds impressive, always placing guest’s needs first. Food was of high quality, individual portioned and priced relative to other resort dining venues (not bar food). Only draw back was the amount of seaweed, sargassum, which collects daily on beach. Obviously outside of their control. The staff literally works all day to remove it, yet their efforts is not enough to encourage anyone to use the ocean. Good thing for the pool. If you are looking for a peaceful getaway, don’t mind a little trek on the bumpy dirt road, I highly recommend Portofino.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

4.5 Stars is perfect. Be wary and stay on the resort part of the island.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10

We had a wonderful 6 night stay here. The staff was exceptional. The cabanas could use some updating but I wasn't bothered since we didn't spend much time in there. We were the unfortunate guests to stay in Cabana 3. I do not recommend this one... If I ever go back I will specifically request to get a different room. Cabana 3 is LOUD. At night we couldn't fall asleep because the kitchen staff was cleaning... talking loudly and banging pots and pans. Same thing early in the morning. This is my only complaint.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

We absolutely loved our stay at Portofino. It was so quiet and relaxing and the grounds are so beautiful. We stayed in a cute little thatched room bungalow with a very spacious bathroom. Also loved the huge water dispenser in the rooms that was refilled daily it kept us hydrated! We loved the hammock on the porch and used it often. The complimentary breakfast was simple and so good. We also really liked the lunch menu. The fish and chips were so good. We went to dinner one night but it didn’t have the things we were looking for like ceviche and the delicious Belizean cuisine that we couldn’t get enough of. We loved the drinks from the bar all day at the pool the mojitos were so so good. We also found it so easy to book excursions bc it’s right there on the dock and they are wonderful, you really don’t have to leave! Only cons are- if you want to go to downtown often it’s a bit of a drive but you are closer to things like secret beach, truck stop, Pur (one of our fav places) they do have a scheduled boat shuttle that can take you but we didn’t take advantage of that because we found the drive kind of fun and loved stopping at random places Can’t really do long walks on the beaches. It’s not the Portofino property, it’s the properties around it don’t really keep up their beaches so a path isn’t clear.
View from the room
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Client reported 5-stars in every regard. She said Portofino staff treated her like royalty and it was a life-changing experience. She says she can't wait to return.