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Portofino Beach Resort

4.0 star property
Hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
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Exterior
Standard, Beachfront (Beachfront Room)
Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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6.5mi North Of San Pedro Barrier Reef, Ambergris Caye, San Pedro
  • Place, Hol Chan Marine Reserve
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Secret Beach
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, San Pedro Belize Express Water Taxi
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Pedro (SPR-John Greif II)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Room options

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Cabana (Beach Cabana)

Beach Cabana

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard, Beachfront (Beachfront Room)

Standard, Beachfront (Beachfront Room)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Double Room, 1 King Bed (VIP)

  • 71 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Tree House

Tree House

  • Beach view
  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 71 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

San Pedro

Portofino Beach Resort places you steps from Hol Chan Marine Reserve and within a 10-minute stroll of Belize Barrier Reef. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering can include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages and body scrubs along with aromatherapy and mani/pedis. The restaurant, The Portofino Restaurant, serves international cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers, and enjoy the on-site pool loungers. Other amenities include free use of bicycles and laundry facilities. Each morning free continental breakfast is offered between 7:30 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of a free airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this 4-property class San Pedro hotel include San Pedro Beach and Secret Beach.

What's nearby

  • Hol Chan Marine Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Secret Beach - 19 min drive - 9.1 km
  • San Pedro Beach - 29 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Belize Chocolate Company - 37 min drive - 12.1 km
  • San Pedro Belize Express Water Taxi - 39 min drive - 13.1 km

Getting around

  • San Pedro (SPR-John Greif II) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Bayou - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Rain Restaurant & Rooftop Lounge - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪RASA Southeast Asian Kitchen - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Aji Tapa Lounge - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Secret Paradise Beach Bar & Grill - ‬19 min drive

About this property

Portofino Beach Resort

Hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool
Portofino Beach Resort offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and complimentary bicycles. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily.

Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at Portofino Beach Resort. A roundtrip airport shuttle during limited hours and A ferry terminal shuttle are free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star San Pedro hotel.

  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • 9 buildings
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Computer for guest use
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Portofino Beach Resort offers 17 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. This individually furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas and includes desks. Beds feature premium bedding. 40-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and in-room massages can be requested.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa. Other services include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets 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

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: BZD 45.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

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

Are there any beaches close to Portofino Beach Resort?

The closest beach to Portofino Beach Resort is Secret Beach (6.2 km).

Is there a spa on site at Portofino Beach Resort?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Portofino Beach Resort. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body scrubs, facials and body treatments, as well as beachside massages.

Does Portofino Beach Resort have a pool?

Portofino Beach Resort has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What makes Portofino Beach Resort a romantic place to stay?

Beachfront dining and a lounge bar, as well as premium bedding and private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Portofino Beach Resort.

Does Portofino Beach Resort serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary continental breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Portofino Beach Resort?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs from 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Portofino Beach Resort?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Portofino Beach Resort?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Portofino Beach Resort?

No, pets are not allowed.

Portofino Beach Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 155 out of 249 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 66 out of 249 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 249 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 249 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 249 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stanley

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ability to upgrade free continental breakfast at great value. They have great food options to satisfy anyone. The bar staff was amazing. The view of the beach is amazing and so peaceful in the morning.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was amazing ! Close to secret beach and relaxing…
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast, lunch and dinner fantastic. Service and accommodations fantastic
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kirk

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very accommodating, kind, and helpful. The first room had a few leaks during our first night after a rainstorm, and we were upgraded to a larger room for 2 nights. The chef was excellent, and each meal was high-quality. Breakfast was amazing - continental was free. We went on two on-site snorkeling trips. Both of these trips were outstanding. The pool was clean and perfect for cooling off and relaxing. On the downside, we came in October. The mosquitoes were vicious. Sitting outside without bug spray after a rain and in the evenings was uncomfortable. The seaweed made the resort beach unusable, and the water did not get clear enough to swim in until you were 100 feet or more offshore. Additionally, the seaweed had an offensive smell that was difficult to get away from. Lastly, the roads to and from the resort were in terrible condition. Giant potholes, runoffs, and standing water made it an uneasy drive to town or the west side of the island in a golf cart. We highly recommend this resort because of its beauty, staff, amenities, and food service. However, double-check with the resort about the best times to come for the cleanest beachfront. The online photos of the beach are deceiving.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Afsatu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff members
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Giang

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The location was very nice but we didn't enjoy the food. It was too pretentious and overpriced. We went in early October, off season, and it was very very empty, probably had 3-4 rooms only rented out. The mosquitoes and no see insects were horrendous. We literally got hundreds of bites on exposed skin even with bug spray.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia Anne

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place- loved it- 45 mins from town in a very bumpy road. Service was spectacular so we would go back
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Cassie

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

chris

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Aside from the sargassum, which the workers removed everday, this place was great! Pool, food, staff, weather, and not being in dt San Pedro. Set up a snorkel, dive, or fishing w Kris and Emil on the property's private dock.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Etienne

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Brad

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
The resort is average. Upon arriving everything was good until the smell of rotten eggs hit you in face from the seaweed. As they do a good job to keep the beach clean there is no getting in the water here or avoiding the smell. I understand this is out of their control but guest should be more made aware of this. After stomaching the smell for 2 days I had to leave the resort and find a place on the other side the island to stay. The food was good but nothing to write home about and the drinks were average.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rossana

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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

8/10 Good

Dexter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shower water temperature never got hot.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

NANCY Broadus

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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 Okay

heather

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Cutter Blair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bedros

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

We LOVED our stay here. Perfect for our honeymoon!

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

8/10 Good

Christa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

Jamie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

10/10 Excellent

Kaden

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location. Amazing, friendly staff (shoutout to Mark!). It's a little far from town, which we liked, but you will want to rent a golf cart if you'll be here more than a few days. Food was wonderful, especially the steak au poivre. We can't wait to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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