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San Pedro

Portofino Beach Resort-An Authentic Island Escape!

6 Miles North, PO Box 36, San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, San Pedro

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Nov 24, 2026
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Nov 26, 2026
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HAPPI EXPERIENCE

The stay, in detail

  • Luxurious Accommodations with Stunning Views

    Experience the ultimate comfort at Portofino Beach Resort with flat-screen TVs, DVD players, and balconies offering panoramic views. Relax in style with modern amenities and Caribbean charm.

  • Culinary Delights and Scenic Dining

    Indulge in a culinary journey at the Portofino Restaurant, known for its international-style dishes, fresh seafood, and imported steaks. Enjoy your meal while taking in the breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea.

  • Unmatched Leisure and Adventure

    From snorkeling in crystal-clear waters to kayaking along the coast, Portofino Beach Resort offers a range of complimentary activities. Dive into adventure with a dive shop on-site and unwind in beach lounges with hammocks.

Experience luxury, adventure, and culinary excellence at Portofino Beach Resort. Book now to create unforgettable memories in Ambergris Caye.

HAPPI HIGHLIGHTS

  • Friendly staff

  • Beautiful location

  • Good service

At the hotel

Popular amenities

78 listed
  • 24-hour security
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Accessible parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Airport shuttle
  • Babysitting/child services
  • Bar
  • Beach
  • Beachfront
  • Board games/puzzles
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Pools & wellness

  • Massage services
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa/wellness center
  • Swimming pool

Dining & drinks

  • Breakfast in the room
  • Breakfast takeaway containers
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Fruits
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Restaurant
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Wine/champagne

Fitness & outdoors

  • Cycling
  • Garden
  • Hiking
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Private beach area
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Terrace

Rooms & comfort

  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Non-smoking rooms

Safety & cleanliness

  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Dry cleaning
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Safety deposit box
  • Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols

Getting around & access

  • Free Parking
  • Parking
  • Private parking
  • Shuttle service
  • Shuttle service (free)

Guest services

  • Concierge service
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Invoice provided
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Tour desk

Services & essentials

  • Canoeing
  • Cashless payment available
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Designated smoking area
  • Diving
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Fishing
  • Free WiFi
  • Horse riding
  • Mobile app for room service
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Room service
  • Snorkelling
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • WiFi available

Review in focus

45 reviews
9/ 10
Portofino is a lovely property with just right amount of cabanas to make you truly feel like a guest instead of ‘one of many.’ The resort is attractive, comfortable, and sits right in the beachside. The staff is helpful, friendly and accommodating. Lunch was my favorite meal out under the sea grape tree with the grackles and iguanas. We tended to linger there way beyond the fish and chips, watching the wildlife and listening to the surf break out in the reef. Who knows about night, we crashed early and slept like babies. A welcome and much needed sleep.
Cynthia · young couple · 2025-03-02

The guest experience

9.0out of 10
45 verified reviews

Loved most

  • Friendly staff
  • Beautiful location
  • Good service
  • Clean rooms
  • Delicious food

Worth knowing — Construction noise nearby · Room noise from above · Mixed opinions on value for money

How guests scored the stay

  • Service8.5

    Service was highly appreciated by guests for being helpful, friendly, and attentive.

  • Location8.5

    The hotel's location by the beach was loved by guests, offering a relaxing and beautiful setting.

  • Overall Experience8.3

    Most guests had a positive overall experience, praising the staff, cleanliness, and location.

  • Cleanliness8.0

    Guests consistently mentioned cleanliness as a positive aspect.

  • Room Quality8.0

    Rooms were described as clean, comfortable, and cozy, providing a luxurious stay experience.

  • Food and Beverage7.8

    Guests appreciated the food quality and variety, with some minor suggestions for improvement.

  • Amenities7.5

    The hotel provided good amenities, with guests particularly enjoying the pool, beach area, and food.

  • Value for Money7.5

    Mixed reviews on the value for money, with some guests feeling it was worth it for the experience, while others mentioned areas for improvement.

Live guest feedback

Guest reviews

Consistent

85% of 20 recent stays rated 8+

9.045 reviews
  • A wee bit of paradise…

    9/10

    Cynthia · young couple · 2025-03-02

    “Portofino is a lovely property with just right amount of cabanas to make you truly feel like a guest instead of ‘one of many.’ The resort is attractive, comfortable, and sits right in the beachside. The staff is helpful, friendly and accommodating. Lunch was my favorite meal out under the sea grape tree with the grackles and iguanas. We tended to linger there way beyond the fish and chips, watching the wildlife and listening to the surf break out in the reef. Who knows about night, we crashed early and slept like babies. A welcome and much needed sleep.”

  • Relaxing little hideaway

    10/10

    Jeff · young couple · 2025-02-16

    “Staff, food, pool, bedroom, cozyness”

  • Nice location for a relaxing trip, minus kids.

    8/10

    Susan · with friends · 2025-02-16

    “Loved the location and the pool and the beach area. Staff was nice and helpful. Lots of good amenities. Food was really good also.”

  • Fantastic staff, clean Cabana and good food!

    10/10

    Gina · with friends · 2025-02-15

    “The staff here was amazing. They were kind and attentive. The cabana we stayed in was clean and comfortable. We ate the food here every day and everything was delicious.I would recommend this place if you are visiting San Pedro.”

  • It was a luxurious, relaxing stay with a beautiful view, and wonderful staff.

    10/10

    Janice · young couple · 2025-02-02

    “We liked it all!!! Beautiful resort with an exceptional staff. We've traveled a lot and I don't think I remember anyplace providing such personal and warm welcome-to-departure service. Food great also! Thank you!!”

  • Very good

    8/10

    Dee · young couple · 2024-12-08

  • Exceptional

    10/10

    Amie · young couple · 2024-11-21

  • Great, clean, beautiful stay

    7/10

    Selvana · with friends · 2024-09-03

    “Beautiful , clean”

  • Very good

    8/10

    Guadalupe · with friends · 2024-09-02

  • Our stay at Portofino was breathtaking the staff picked us up from the water taxi and were greeted with nice staff and t

    9/10

    Ella · young couple · 2024-08-18

    “Very clean and such nice friendly staff who were very organized and professional. Amazing views with nice sunrises.”

  • Exceptional

    10/10

    Slava · young couple · 2024-07-07

  • We loved our stay and can't wait to return. A very peaceful hotel.

    10/10

    Aimee · group · 2024-07-06

    “I love the beautiful grounds. Fantastic pool, beach, restaurant and bar and staff was super friendly. The room was quaint and had everything I needed.”

  • Portofino was the perfect place for our group. The dive shop provided a wide variety of advent and experiences. There

    9/10

    Tami · with friends · 2024-05-20

    “The property is beautiful and well laid out. All amenities are close together but not cramped. The restaurant is one of the best in the area, the staff and management were wonderful. Accommodations are very comfortable with amazing views. The toiletries hand crafter and beautiful quality.”

  • Good

    7/10

    Paul · young couple · 2024-04-29

  • Beautiful authentic boutique hotel. Pleasant stay with friendly staff and comfortable and clean accomodations. Property

    8/10

    Bettina · group · 2024-04-29

    “Authentic boutique hotel / resort with cabins directly on the water. Very good food. Large rooms and direct beach access. Friendly staff. Beautiful garden. Clean.”

  • We loved it and would love to go back!

    10/10

    Brian · young couple · 2024-04-27

    “All of the staff were so helpful and kind. We loved the location. The food was amazing.”

  • Beautiful rooms and location, but staff often let this hotel down

    6/10

    Annabelle · young couple · 2024-04-01

    “Portofino is a lovely little resort a bit away from the main town on San Pedro. The rooms are spacious and luxurious. The view out onto the beach was glorious, and the pool is also a lovely place to relax. The free breakfast was also plenty to keep us full - would highly recommend the banana muffins!”

  • Exceptional

    10/10

    Lund · young couple · 2024-03-06

  • Very good

    8/10

    Shea · young couple · 2024-01-08

  • Exceptional Stay

    10/10

    Wivine · family with young children · 2023-12-29

    “Staffs here treat you like a family, we were sad leaving at the end of our stays. The property is very clean, secluded, you feel like on a private island. Very quiet and private, it gave the true serenity we were seeking. Cabanas are roomy, ours had two queen beds with rooms to move around. We truly enjoyed the facility, the food was the best on the island.”

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