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Portofino Beach Resort is located on Ambergris Caye, the largest Island (Caye) along the Belize Barrier Reef (second largest in the world) .
Needless to remark that this is the most spectacular dive paradise in the world, including the Blue Hole made famous by Jacques Cousteau, during his 1970 expedition with the Calypso, but there is more Located North of San Pedro, Portofino Beach Resort sits on the most beautiful beaches of the island .
Access to Portofino is mainly by boat and therefore hotel offers a complimentary meet and greet service at San Pedro Airstrip.
The concierge service ensures that all guest luggages are taken promptly to the rooms. Although you come to a very peaceful and quiet resort, town, shops and nightlife, are just 15 minutes away by boat. The landscaping is tended by the full time gardeners to ensure constant fresh flowers, as each room gets housekeeping service along with fresh flowers from the garden on a daily basis. There is also 24 hour maintenance available should there be any problems.
The beach is immaculate as hotel has full time staff to ensure that the beach is kept manicured . This includes constantly raking and cleaning the beach as well as carefully arranging the sun chairs on the private beach and dock.
The hotel also offers a free boat service to San Pedro Town for the guests, several times per day. Outside of these times, there is the Coastal Xpress Water Taxi Service that runs up and down the island at least every two hours, and can be reserved at the reception.
Many of the best restaurants, including Portofino's Restaurant, are located north of San Pedro. At the Portofino Restaurant, hotel combines European specialties, ranging from Italian to Mediterranean, highlighted by what French Chefs call "Nouvelle Cuisine". The motto is: European Specialties with a Personal Touch. Whether you come to enjoy lunch and the spectacular Caribbean views from the restaurant balcony or to indulge in the specialties for dinner, it is the perfect place to relax and have a truly enjoyable dining experience. For those who might be on a strict diet or are Vegetarians, Portofino Restaurant also has a Full Vegetarian Menu available. Room service is also offered to every room. You can have a refreshing cocktail at the Green Parrot Beach Bar, but drink services also extends to the beach, swimming pool and the dock.
Reception in the main building is manned by professional and knowledgeable staff who are available for any request. The staff can advise you competently on all tours, but detailed written descriptions are also available.
As a result of the protection by the reef, there is an abundance of underwater life, attracting many fish, making this the ultimate fishing paradise. The flats offer some of the best Salt Water Fly Fishing in the world. Explore Belize on daytrips starting from the Portofino dock; visit the many spectacular Mayan Ruins, amidst pristine rivers, waterfalls and tropical rainforests, housing a wide range of plants, animals, and birds. Over 40% of Belize consists of protected wildlife parks and reserves. The Portofino Beach Resort's service is second to none.
Portofino is proud to offer the very best service on the island with no expense spared to ensure the guests have a relaxing and memorable vacation. If you are looking for something different, something select, something a notch above the rest - Welcome to Portofino Beach Resort , A Stylish Resort in Belize.
Amenities include : book /movie library, reception, beach bar, dive shop, kayaks and snorkeling gear.
* Room rates include continental breakfast and transfers from the San Pedro Airstrip to the resort on arrival and departure .
