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Matachica Resort vs Portofino Beach Resort
Both hotels are praised by writers. Overall, Matachica Resort & Spa ranks significantly higher than Portofino Beach Resort. Matachica Resort & Spa has a TripExpert Score of 87 with endorsements from 5 reviewers such as Fodor's, Mr & Mrs Smith and Lonely Planet.
Matachica Resort
Travel + Leisure
Mr & Mrs Smith
Fodor's
Oyster
Travel + Leisure
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Beachfront, 5 Miles North of San Pedro, San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize
From $0 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Travel + Leisure
"Laid-back Ambergris Cay is just a 20-minute flight from gritty Belize City, but a world apart."
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Mr & Mrs Smith
" From a distance, the colourful crop of sea-facing palapas at Matachica hotel in Belize resembles a tray of inviting tropical drinks topped with tiny umbrellas."
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Lounge by the freshwater infinity pool or make your way to the cool sanctuary that is the Jade Spa. You’ll be sure to find your favourite sunny nook or palm-tree shaded hideout (several, even) ….
Fodor's
"Thatch casitas in shades of mango, banana, and blueberry offset by brilliant white sand give this deluxe beachfront resort a Gauguin-like quality."
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Oyster
Upscale
"Arguably the swankiest resort on Ambergris Caye, the four-pearl Matachica Resort & Spa excels at combining Belizean charm with modern opulence."
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Travel + Leisure
"Located five miles north of San Pedro Town, adults-only (16 and older) Matachica offers 32 individual casitas, villas, bungalows, and suites with sea and garden views, thatched roofs, patios, and hammocks"
Portofino Beach Resort
Oyster
Travel + Leisure
Fodor's
6 Miles North, PO Box 36, San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize
From $164 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Oyster
Mid-Range
"The pool has ocean views, the restaurant and bar has both indoor and outdoor sections, and beach has firmly packed white sand and a swimming pier."
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Travel + Leisure
"The Belize Barrier Reef stretches out next to the isiand this resort calls home, Ambergris Caye, making Portofino a popular destination for vacationing divers and snorkelers."
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Fodor's
"This luxury-meets-adventure resort embodies much of Belize's character: cabañas with ragged crowns of thatch, wonderful staff, imperfect beaches, and exquisite water."
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