San Pedro Belize Express Dock - 47 min drive - 16.1 km
Tranquility Bay Beach - 58 min drive - 7.2 km
Getting around
San Pedro (SPR-John Greif II) - 47 min drive
Restaurants
Moon Bar - 11 min drive
Rojo Beach Bar - 21 min drive
John’s Escape Bar &Grill - 16 min drive
Salty Beach Bar - 18 min drive
Tipsy Lobster - 19 min drive
About this property
Oceanfront penthouse, five private balconies, panoramic views. Free kayaks/bikes
Resort near Belize Barrier Reef
Consider a stay at Oceanfront penthouse, five private balconies, panoramic views. Free kayaks/bikes and take advantage of a garden, a playground, and babysitting service. Active travelers can enjoy boating, kayaking, and bicycling at this resort. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
An outdoor pool
Breakfast (surcharge), a bike on site, and books
Games, local meal delivery service, and a music library
Beach towels, outdoor furniture, and water sports equipment
Room features
All guestrooms at Oceanfront penthouse, five private balconies, panoramic views. Free kayaks/bikes boast comforts such as air conditioning and separate dining areas, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and offices.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Children's dinnerware and children's books
3 bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
Smart TVs with DVD players
Porches or lanais, outdoor lighting, and separate dining areas
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: We are on third and fourth floors.
Important information
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
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Frequently asked questions
Does Oceanfront penthouse, five private balconies, panoramic views. Free kayaks/bikes have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Is Oceanfront penthouse, five private balconies, panoramic views. Free kayaks/bikes pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Oceanfront penthouse, five private balconies, panoramic views. Free kayaks/bikes?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Oceanfront penthouse, five private balconies, panoramic views. Free kayaks/bikes?
Check-out is at 12:00 PM.
Where is Oceanfront penthouse, five private balconies, panoramic views. Free kayaks/bikes located?
This San Pedro resort is on the beach, 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Belize Barrier Reef, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Tranquility Bay Beach and Mexico Rocks. Secret Beach and San Pedro Beach are also within 9 mi (15 km).
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Oceanfront penthouse, five private balconies, panoramic views. Free kayaks/bikes Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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We enjoyed this spacious property at Sapphire Beach. The views were spectacular from beach front to sunsets. Our family used the complementary kayaks as well as paddle boards. We loved that we can snorkel close to the reef. All staff (Front desk, night security, maintenance, housekeeping and restaurant) at the resort went out of their way to make our stay enjoyable, safe and easy. Communication with the property manager when needed was great as well.
We arrived to relax, dive, and see the island. We accomplished all three. The restaurant was had the best food, great choices, and just wonderful. Easy to dive, the dive shops picked us up at the resort. Golf cart rental was also easy :-)
Bonnie (.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
mary jane m.
4 February 2019
We all loved Sapphire Beach !!
It was amazing !! The staff at the resort are so friendly and helpful. It was a wonderful restful vacation.
When we arrived all staff greeted us with such amazing hospitality and provided the best support and service. Our entire groups first time vacationing in Belize for my 49th B-day. Everyone was helpful and it truly felt like a “family”. The restaurant food was delicious and drinks (alcoholic) were the best. Everyone from owners to staff were warm and we all felt truly blessed to have visited. The room was clean and neat.
The owner placed a bowl of shells that we were able to sign with the year of our visit and initials. There were several who also added their year of visit back to 2021. What a memory jar…
We loved this property! It was very peaceful! Its a long ride to the city, but we prefer the peace and quite.
All of the staff were very friendly and helpful. Quick to respond to any requests.
The food at the restaurant was delicious!
Great family get away!
We didn't know what to expect on our first trip to Belize but overall we had a terrific time. Our condo was just as advertised, the staff was extremely friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay again. Location was further from town than we imagined, even though it was mentioned in the ad. Would recommend to friends.
Jeanette’s place is cozy, clean and comfortable. She was available to answer any and all questions. Staff were friendly and helpful. Our family of 6 enjoyed our week in paradise. Would definitely return. Thank you so very much.
Heather S.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019
10/10 Excellent
Nathalie R.
1 April 2019
A week in paradise
We had such a great week here inAmbergris Caye. The condo is great and well appointed. The staff at Saphire beach resort is wonderful. There are many things to do in San Pedro and lots of great excursions. The scuba diving is out of this world. The zip lining and cave tubing is also a lot of fun. I would highly recommend a visit hers if you want to have a railing holiday.
Management company taking advantage of all retired owners and investors. The place is a broken down business model. Absolutely the most unclean place we have ever stayed at. Everything is falling apart. Bach is unaccessible due to large beds of algae blocking water access..bird feces everywhere on the building, railings, furniture etc. absolutely disgusting. The pictures are from years ago. It's a catfish scam. Do not go to the resort. I have pictures .
Our family of 6 traveled out of the country for the first time, and although our flight arrangements were very bumpy, we were very pleased when we arrived. The hotel staff was very accomodating, the condo was beautiful. The rooms are spacious, the onsite restaurant was delicious and the other restaurants within walking distance were also great. The travel to the resort was quite the ordeal, and getting from place to place is very bumpy, but Jeanette had pre-warned us so we were prepared. Overall, beautiful and amazing vacation!
Heather S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019
10/10 Excellent
madeleine k.
3 March 2018
wonderful property, clean private easy access to the beach wonderful host
We had a very relaxing vacation. Jeannette is an outstanding host, extremely helpful and responsive. The property is extremely clean and comfortable, Very spacious and private accomadation. Great views from the balcony's and easy access to the pristine and quiet beach. The resort and it's staff are also wonderful, very attentive there are lots of wonderful trips offered great snorkelling and scuba diving at the blue hole. The restaurant on the resort is very quiet but very good. A very relaxing low key quiet and private resort.
We would highly recommend and would stay again.
Thank you!
Madeleine
The property was really great. We were disappointed about the sea grass that was such a nuisance on the beach - smelly and no way to really walk on the beach. This is nothing that can be remedied and we understand that, it was just a detraction. All the staff were really great and attentive. It’s a beautiful property and Jeannette was easy to work with and the information pages were thorough and very helpful.
We stayed for a week with grown children and 2 grandchildren, 3 and 7 during US Feb. school vacation week. The condo was lovely with everything we needed and lovely views. The wind was so strong the first 3 days we could not sit on the beautiful decks nor use kayaks or take boat excursions. Even the beach was too windy. We used the pools that were set back on the resort. Loved the happy hours. So we went to Secret Beach. Bit far out for golf carting everywhere. Water taxi would be great which I heard is a possibility for the future. Felt very safe and secure. Staff were great, especially Gian.
We stayed 6 nights in mid-Feb. 2023. The view from the unit of the beach and ocean is beautiful. All pictures in the listing give you an accurate feel for the property. Bedrooms are spacious. Because it is 10 miles from San Pedro it should appeal to anyone looking for a peaceful place to vacation. My only caution is to consider the dexterity of anyone intending to use the upper floor. Because, as shown by the picture, the spiral staircase is narrow. An earlier review mentioned leaking from the roof and an odor. We had neither during our stay.
John Z.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ariel K.
29 November 2018
Quiet Getaway Off the Beaten Path
My family and I had a wonderful time staying at Sapphire Beach Resort on Ambergris Caye! The resort itself is beautiful and spacious, updated bedrooms & bathrooms. The stairs leading up to the master are definitely pretty steep (as mentioned in previous reviews). The beach on the resort was better than any other beach that we had seen (they clear it daily so it stays beautiful). There are 2 pools and one under construction, as well as a restaurant at the resort. We personally weren’t too fond of the on-site restaurant, but there are many places in San Pedro, which is a boat ride/ bumpy care ride away! We loved Belize – our only hiccup, which we should have expected from previous reviews, was that the location of Sapphire Beach is extremely off the beaten path. Restaurants & town aren’t walking distance away, but Sapphire Beach was definitely a quiet getaway. And getting to town isn’t difficult once you learn the boat schedule. It is definitely... an adventure. Overall, we had a great time on Ambergris Caye.
Ariel K.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2018
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8/10 Good
Thomas C.
5 March 2018
Definitely a quiet getaway
So if you read other reviews they make a big deal about the location. Let me just confirm there is no great way to get to this location. We tried them all coastal express ( probably the fastest way but choppy waves makes this a rough trip) taxi costs about $50 but also takes 45 minutes down a pot hole road and golf cart same deal rough ride on the road.
Once you arrive you realize you are in a foreign country the have to have it right away of America is definitely not the belizian way once you understand this your trip seems to become more laid back.
The condo is as pictured definitely nice. A couple things the upstairs bedroom is up a steep spiral stair case so not ideal to carry bags up.
The main acunit was not working and like I said earlier the staff is on Belize priorities so took them 2 days to come look and they never returned to fix it. Wasn’t horrible but would of been nice to have it working during our 5 day visit.
Beach was seaweed infected they worked hard trying to it clean but it never was clean of seaweed during our visit.
The bugs destroyed me they did spray unfortunately they did as we were eating dinner so they was unpleasant
I think 4 stars is fair was a nice place pictures are accurate but the lack of attention to fixing the AC and other items we had to ask multiple times for like more water leaves me wishing it was just a little better all the way around.
I reserved this property as a luxury, relaxing, fun getaway for my birthday. There were three other ladies & me (all 40+). Upon arriving at the "resort" I was immediately taken aback. Ultimately, we checked in around 4pm and checked out for a more suitable luxury experience elsewhere at 9pm the same night. Note: It was Sunday evening and there was not 24hr staffing. This "resort" was all but abandoned. Walking to the unit we were attacked by mosquitos. Upon initial entry to the unit things appeared to be as listed. Once we tried to get settled in it was another story. Over 15 years of using VRBO and this property was by far the most disappointing. Some of the appliances were rusted, the outdoor furniture was rusted and worn and needs to be replaced. There was patch work that was done that had not been repainted. We had issues with the A/C units only working intermittently and the microwave had no power (we were ultimately informed that a breaker had tripped). The comforter in the master bedroom had stains on it (housekeeping did come replace it quickly). The shower in one of the guest bedrooms did not get hot and the shower water was EXTREMELY salty with an odor that resembled sewage.
One of my guests was on her bed and kept saying she felt like something was crawling on her. Initially we couldn't figure out what it was and then we saw these tiny ants.
Now, 3 weeks later and VRBO says because I chose to leave these conditions no refund can be issued. I would not recommend.
Lakeylia T.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
6/10 Okay
joseph b.
7 December 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Location
Looked good on the site, alittle disappointing in person.
Had several issues. Rain dripping in from ceiling several days starting on Tuesday till Friday, even twice onto mattress. Management didn't resolve the issue until the day before we left. Rain poured in from one window upstairs onto the floor. Also in one of the showers the handle broke off with water was running and wouldn't shut off, called management again. The microwave, stove and tea kettle didn't work, electricity wouldn't work on those circuits. Management came and tripped the circuits, they went out again, we tried tripping them, but wouldn't work. We had to move microwave into the living area to plug in to get to work.
We did contact Jeanette about our issues she said she would contact management. The showers both had a sewagy smell to them when running them. Overall, we would not choose this place again due to the amount Had several issues. Rain dripping in from ceiling several days starting on Tuesday till Friday, even twice onto mattress. Management didn't resolve the issue until the day before we left. Rain poured in from one window upstairs onto the floor. Also in one of the showers the handle broke and water was running and wouldn't shut off, called management again. The microwave, stove and tea kettle didn't work, electricity wouldn't work on those circuits. Management came and tripped the circuits, they went out again, we tried tripping them, but wouldn't work. We had to move microwave into the living area to plug in to get to work.
We did contact Jeanette about our issues she said she would contact management. The showers both had a sewagy smell to them when running the water. Management said someone forgot to put chlorine tablets into the water system. They brought us a liquid to add to the drains which smelled like deodorant in public places. The thatched roofs shown on the property pictures were removed, some replaced with blue steel roofing. Our condo didn't have the replaced roofing which probably added to the cause of the rain issues. Overall, we would not choose this place again due to the amount of time we had to put in contacting management which took away from celebrating our 50th Wedding Anniversary with our children and grandchildren.
Jeanetts's property is beautiful, even better than you can tell from the photos. Her rental manual was so thorough and helped us prepare for a great trip. It was the perfect place for our multigenerational family. The staff helped us with our boat and taxi transfers and were very easy to correspond with when a flight delay changed our schedules. Everyone was incredibly friendly and welcoming. Gem restaurant has great food and drink! Order groceries from Lagniappe and you hardly need to go anywhere! We rented golf carts for a trip to Secret Beach and took a half day snorkeling/fishing trip. Belize is beautiful and so hospitable. Bring lots of bug spray.
Great place. Spiral staircase a little scary, but otherwise the place was great! Good bar and restaurant on site. About 30-40 minutes from town in golf cart.
The property is fantastic, and the staff are amazingly friendly and accommodating. They were constantly there when we needed them, and took care of our every need. They even put together a nice little birthday display in our room for my wife. Thanks so much!
We had a great time, only complaint, and I mean only has to do with road to town is poor at best. It’s a solid 40-45 minutes to town for I experienced drivers on the golf carts. Also be careful when renting a cart so you get a quality vehicle with better shocks and dependability. Positives: everything else, the staff is awesome, the excursions from on site staff were tremendous. The people of Belize are fantastic to foreigners and treat you like family, can’t say enough good things about the people.
The rooms were as described and clean. Jeanette was very helpful answering any questions we had prior to arrival.
The resort grounds were mostly clean and up kept. There are many units that are only half constructed so there is that to look at. However no construction was occurring during our stay.
The on-site food options were inconsistent. Some days it was great. Sometimes it was terrible. Most of the staff was helpful and nice. If we decide to come back to Ambergris Caye we will likely stay somewhere a little closer to town. This was quite the drive to town.
The unit was just as presented; clean, comfortable, tons of space, and everything you need for a great stay. Jeanette was easy to work with through the whole process, provided great tips for things to do and the staff was always pleasant and responsive. The distance from town allowed for both solitude when needed and an easy drive to other locations if a little exploring was desired. Would definitely stay again if I return to the island.
The home was beautiful and looked exactly as pictured. Just as other reviews said, it was pretty far off the beaten path, but it wasn't to bad with a golf cart. Everyone at the resort was friendly and accommodating. We had a great vacation.