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6 Miles North | PO Box 36, San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize
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Ranked #13 of 53 hotels in San Pedro
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 June 2013
Tara-n-Cathy Las Vegas, Nevada
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  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Las Vegas, Nevada
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3 reviews 3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 June 2013

We stayed at Portofino for our anniversary, and it was one of the most amazing, romantic, beautiful experiences in Belize! We have been visiting Belize for 4 years, and we moved to San Pedro, Belize 6 months ago. We live in town, so we for our anniversary we wanted to go somewhere secluded. Portofino was PERFECT! From the time we... More

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PortofinoBZ, Owner at Portofino, responded to this review
12 June 2013

Thank you for choosing Portofino for your special getaway. We are so glad that you enjoyed all the romantic touches and the warm hospitality of the Portofino Team. We look forward to welcoming you again! More

New York City, New York
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 June 2013

Just returned from a 5 night stay at Portofino. The resort is absolutely beautiful. We stayed in the VIP suite "Seahorse" and it was gorgeous, with stunning hard wood floors and thatched high ceilings. It was very humid during our stay so the AC worked a bit less then perfectly. The resort sprays for insects daily so there were very... More

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PortofinoBZ, Owner at Portofino, responded to this review
12 June 2013

Thank you for taking the time to write about your experience at Portofino! We are very happy that you enjoyed the hospitality of our staff and our small resort. We are so sorry that we came across as unapproachable. Please accept our apologies, as on the contrary, we are always happy to chat with our guests. Once again, thank you... More

Boston, MA
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 June 2013

My husband and I stayed at the Portofino in May 2013 for our "babymoon". I wasn't sure how I was going to handle traveling to Belize while pregnant, but the staff at the Portofino took very good care of us. Moe, the shuttle boat captain, always made sure I was comfortable whenever I was on his boat. The hotel staff... More

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PortofinoBZ, Owner at Portofino, responded to this review
6 June 2013

Yes, Portofino is definitely the ultimate destination for doing everything or nothing at all!! Diving is top notch and the lounge chairs on our beach under the shade of a swaying palm tree is certainly relaxing! Thank you so much for taking the time out to write about your experince. It was a pleasure sharing our little piece of paradise... More

New York City, New York
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 May 2013

Stayed at Portofino last summer (2012). The hotel is definitely nice, clean, welcoming with all the amenities necessary to enjoy a stay by the beach. One thing: you can’t swim in the sea. It’s covered with seaweed and full of stingrays. They clean the beachfront everyday so you can still lie on the sand and walk along. Loved Mo’s boat... More

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PortofinoBZ, Owner at Portofino, responded to this review
6 June 2013

Thank you so much for taking the time out to write about your expereince! We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay with us. The marine life found on our island is simply amazing! Due to the reef being so close to our shoreline, you will find turtle grass on the ocean floor all over the island. This grass... More

Leduc, Alberta, Canada
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4 reviews 4 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 May 2013

We stayed from apirl 15 - may 6 2013 and don't have anything negative to say! We had our 4 yr old with us and didn't have any problems keeping him busy. The pool just 5 steps from our bungalow was absolutely fantastic! Just a few more steps is the bar and restaurant! Great drinks and food. My son and... More

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PortofinoBZ, Owner at Portofino, responded to this review
6 June 2013

The Portofino misses you guys so much! It was such a pleasure having your family with us for an extended vacation. The staff was so sad to see you guys leave. We have fond memories and we really hope to have you again! More

Scottsdale, Arizona
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 May 2013

I would HIGHLY recommend this property! We spent a week for my 40th birthday at Portofino. We can't say enough about the property conditions, the staff and the rooms were amazing! We stayed in Barracuda and all the pictures of the rooms are exactly what they look like! The food was OK but you could venture off the property to... More

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PortofinoBZ, Owner at Portofino, responded to this review
6 June 2013

It was such a pleasure having you with us. Thank you for taking the time out to write about your experience at our little piece of paradise. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed the peace and serenity that can be found here. Our staff are amazing and we are so fortunate to have them. We look forward to... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

We stayed at Portofino Beach resort Belize, Ambergris Caye in July 2012 for our honeymoon. This resort was amazing. It was quiet, relaxing, but also had ammenities to go and do everything we wanted to while in Belize. We went snorkeling, scuba diving, visited Mayan Ruins, did Zip line and cave tubing! The Hotel had very accomodating staff, the bartender... More

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PortofinoBZ, Owner at Portofino, responded to this review
29 May 2013

Thank you for taking the time out to write about your great honeymoon experience in Belize! We are truly honored that our little piece of paradise was a part of such a special celebration. We wish you many years of happiness and would love to welcome you again for your anniversary! More

Plano, Texas, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013

We spent 4 nights recently at Portofino as part of an overall package. We actually started off with 3 nights at Hidden Valley Inn in the Cayo district which was amazing! They arranged a flight for us and we were picked up by the Portofino staff in San Pedro (airport). After a short boat ride, we arrived. Overall, the service... More

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PortofinoBZ, Owner at Portofino, responded to this review
25 May 2013

Thank you for taking the time out to write about your experience at our little piece of paradise. It was a pleasure having you. We are glad that you enjoyed all those wonderful activities and the warm hospitality of the Portofino Family. We look forward to welcoming you again!! More

Hollis, New Hampshire, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013

We just spent a week in Portofino - bought a special on living social and not really expecting anything - and where so pleasantly surprised right from the first step out the airplane in San Pedro. Everything was arranged, pick up with taxi to the dock and then boat ride to the resort Portofino. The staff was amazing, greeting you... More

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PortofinoBZ, Owner at Portofino, responded to this review
23 May 2013

Thank you very much for taking the time out to share your experience with us. We are glad that you enjoyed the charm and intimacy of our small resort and most importantly the warm hospitality of our staff. We hope to welcome you again! More

Middleboro, Massachusetts, United States
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013

Accomodations were immaculate. Service was 5 start, and location was perfect. Staff was friendly and always ready to help. Will definitely reccomend this resort to family and friends. The only change i might make is having coffee and tea available in the rooms. Being up before the restaurant was open made this the only thing i could find wrong.

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PortofinoBZ, Owner at Portofino, responded to this review
21 May 2013

Thanks for choosing Portofino for your 1st anniversary. We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed our service and ammenities. We are also pleased to announce that we are working on having coffee available in rooms for our guests' convenience. We really do appreciate your input and will use it to make our guests' stay more pleasurable. We hope... More

 
 
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Additional Information about Portofino

Also Known As:
Portofino Hotel
Portofino Hotel San Pedro
Portofino San Pedro
Portofino Belize/San Pedro
Address: 6 Miles North | PO Box 36, San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize
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Region: Belize > Belize Cayes > Ambergris Caye > San Pedro
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Business Centre Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
#5 Romantic Hotels in San Pedro
#6 Top resorts Hotels in San Pedro
#10 On the Beach Hotels in San Pedro
#18 Family Hotels in San Pedro
Price range (per night): $237 - $416
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Characterized by its warm and friendly hospitality, Portofino is the epitome of barefoot luxury, unpretentious and relaxing… for most; it will be an experience of a lifetime. Our small, boutique resort offers just 17 beautifully appointed rooms, ranging from charming beach cabanas to spacious suites, dotted amidst swaying palm trees, in a private setting with unmatched personal attention and the modern comforts of home. It is a haven of tranquility, where guests will enjoy the subtle sounds of the nearby waves lapping over the reef, gentle breeze, breathtaking sunrise, star studded night sky and spectacular views of the crystal waters of the Caribbean Sea. The perfect setting for a romantic getaway, intimate wedding, honeymoon, family and friends.Portofino offers leisure options to suit every taste. Relax in our fresh water outdoor swimming pool; enjoy a great book from our book collection or simply indulge yourself in a massage on the beach under our hand thatched palapa hut. Explore the underwater world with snorkel equipment or skim along the surface in our complimentary sea kayaks. Delicious meals prepared by our resort chef can be served in the privacy or your beach cabana or suite, on our private dock with a romantic setting or at the Portofino Restaurant. Sip on amazing tropical cocktails at the Green Parrot Beach Bar or perhaps a late afternoon snack from the Green Parrot Bistro. Take advantage of our DVD library and unwind in front of the flat TV screen in your room. Or, simply take in the view. In short, relax and enjoy! Reception in the main building is manned by professional and knowledgeable staff. From, activities bookings and directions to itineraries and dining reservations, our friendly and professional staff is eager to assist you. Access to PORTOFINO is by boat only, and therefore we offer a complimentary meet and greet service at San Pedro Airstrip and boat transfer to the resort, an approximately 20 minutes ride. ... more   less 
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