Turtle Island Resort

4.0 star property
San Pedro hotel with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Exterior
Private pool
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Dock
Lounge

Reviews

7.2 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Spa
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool bar
  • Spa services
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Beach shuttle
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning

Feel at home (6)

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Television
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Premium bedding
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Outdoor swimming pools

Room options

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Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Private Pool

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Down duvet
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Signature Studio, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Down duvet
Pillowtop bed
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Private Pool

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Signature Villa

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Dining table
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Deluxe Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Private Pool

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Ambergris Caye, San Pedro, Corozal District

What's nearby

  • Boca Del Rio Beach - 22 min drive - 5.5 km
  • San Pedro Beach - 26 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Secret Beach - 48 min drive - 17.4 km

Getting around

  • San Pedro (SPR-John Greif II) - 14 min drive
  • Caye Caulker (CUK) - 60 min drive
  • Caye Chapel (CYC) - 60 min drive
  • Belize City (TZA-Belize City Municipal) - 30.3 miles/48.8 km
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • The Veranda
  • Pineapple's
  • Toast Boozery & Grill
  • Black & White Garifuna Restaurant
  • Carlo And Ernie's Runway Bar

About this property

Turtle Island Resort

Turtle Island Resort is just 2.5 mi (4 km) from the airport and offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant, or indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps, or aromatherapy. Other highlights include an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a bar/lounge. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 21 rooms
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
DONE

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No onsite parking
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
DONE

Offsite

    • Beach shuttle*
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Private dining
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Table tennis
  • Beach nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • An outdoor pool
  • Spa services
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Dock
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Walkway to water

Accessibility

  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Balcony or patio
  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms, couples treatment room(s), and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 500 per accommodation, per stay

Optional extras

  • Local cuisine breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 5 to 25 per person
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 15.00 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
  • Beach shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from June 1 2024 to April 8 2026 (dates subject to change).

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Turtle Island Resort Hotel
Turtle Island Resort San Pedro
Turtle Island Resort by Watermark
Turtle Island Resort Hotel San Pedro

Frequently asked questions

Is Turtle Island Resort currently open?
This property is closed from June 1 2024 to April 8 2026 (dates subject to change).
Is there a pool at Turtle Island Resort?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Turtle Island Resort?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Turtle Island Resort?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Turtle Island Resort.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Turtle Island Resort?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 15.00 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Turtle Island Resort?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Turtle Island Resort and nearby?
Turtle Island Resort has an outdoor pool and spa services.
Are there restaurants at or near Turtle Island Resort?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
Does Turtle Island Resort have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.

Turtle Island Resort Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Fair

Turtle Island Resort promises stunning views and decent food, but my recent stay was overshadowed by persistent operational failures and disappointing customer service. Despite the picturesque setting, including breathtaking sunsets and well-prepared dishes like the fish sandwich and coconut shrimp, the experience was marred by numerous issues. The most egregious were the frequent disruptions to water supply, with faucets and showers routinely shutting off for extended periods, often mid-use. Additionally, the restaurant's chronic food shortages led to a complete lack of options for a full 24-hour period and painfully slow service, with orders taking over an hour to arrive. Moreover, the resort suffered from frequent power outages, resulting in disruptions to essential amenities such as lighting, air conditioning, and Wi-Fi. The inconsistent water temperature and occasional saltwater intrusion in the showers only added to the frustration. Minor inconveniences, such as room mix-ups, unreliable taxis, uncomfortable lounge chairs, and inadequate Wi-Fi, further detracted from the experience. To make matters worse, despite repeated attempts to engage with management regarding a partial refund to address these issues, they’ve ignored my inquiries for over a month. Their lack of responsiveness and failure to acknowledge these problems demonstrate a disregard for customer satisfaction and a lack of accountability. Proceed with caution…
Jordan, 6-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

The resort was beautiful. We did though have issues with being assigned the incorrect room & waking up twice to no running water.
Cecilia, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

This property has so much potential. Beautiful setting, lovely villas and staff that tries very hard to please guests despite many property and property management issues. We stayed in villa 4 and upon our arrival the pool was not filled but they noted they would fill, however did not share due to the pool treatment used we could not use until the next day. We had issues with setting the safe and the management noted someone would come to reset however no one showed we had to remind them to send someone day 2. Day 1 we had the power go out several times while cooking (was not out for long periods but needed to restart the cooking several times) Morning of day 2 the guest bedroom flooded due to some toilet issue which the staff promptly cleaned up and then went to get a new part (assuming this required a trip to San Pedro) before the toilet was operational again. Day 3 we were without water for several hours in the morning. Overall the water was rather salty - not a complaint as we understood we were staying on an island but in talking to other guests who had stayed there in the past they noted this was unusual. Again this property has so much potential but it does not appear the management knows how to maintain a property like this. For example tiles missing from the pool, seemed a very easy upkeep and repair issue, cushions on the outdoor seating did not match one appeared to be a replacement cushion similar in color but a smaller size, dishwasher not working..
Christine, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

We love turtle island. Unfortunately, the owners are not maintaining essential things like water & water filtration. The staff is lovely and do their very best to accommodate the guest.
Stacey, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

letonia, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

anderson, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Beautiful views and setting.
Darren, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Terribly mismanaged property. First of all, the very first night we got there electricity kept going out and continued to go out through our stay. We couldn’t enjoy the restaurant or the bar in the complete darkness aside from one lamp and a few dim electric candles. Secondly, they had no rice and beans or tequila, which is amazing for a Caribbean resort. and We then proceeded to get our room and we were placed right next to a trash dump with an old, disgusting looking boat blocking our view. Our master bedroom had no privacy as the sliding door doesn’t go all the way up to the ceiling and the mattresses were extremely uncomfortable and loud. Worst of all, the pool was murky and had dirt and debris in it. They just stuck a hose in there and then poured so many chemicals. All we could smell was chlorine, our eyes were burning. Furthermore, the tap-water and all the faucets in the shower was just saltwater from the lagoon. When we complained about it and asked to be moved, they said they cant move us even though there’s only three other people staying at the resort at the time with 8 empty units. After much arguing they offered to move us to a Lagoon unit, which is much smaller, but at least gave us some privacy and a view of the bay. However, when we came back from a day trip, they told us that the pools at our unit weren’t cleaned and we shouldn’t be using them which they told us of right before we got in. Another Shock! The AC in one of the bedrooms wasn’t working, and the
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

alexis, 6-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

The property has a potential to be a great resort. Quiet, beautiful areas, the rooms are very nice. The only problem is the restaurant not being prepared to serve well. We couldn’t get a breakfast one day and lunch and dinner was very limited. We had to buy our water to drink.
Alexandre, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I had an absolutely amazing time there. At night when I was ready to be away from the noise of the city, I could retreat to turtle island and be at peace. The staff was amazing. The boat captain made many trips so although there’s scheduled times for transportation, I ended up getting a ride from the island at very convenient times. It’s only a 5-6 min ride each way from San Pedro to turtle island (I timed it). You can get the golf cart through a partnered company and they will even pick you up. It was worth it for sure and the kid loved the private pool.
Earl, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Julissa, 5-night trip
Verified Travelocity guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This resort is so unique as its on a seperate island. If you like that island feel and boat to and from san pedro. You will love it here. The staff was great and communicative. Even when some hot water problem occurred. Glad it was hot ! The view is great ! The food was EXCELLENT ! The drinks were great !! The room was comfortable and clean. You are not disturbed and can relax.
JAMALD, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Evera, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

The resort is on a private island, it's beautiful, the staff was friendly, the food was good. The chef I forgot her name, made me an authentic Belize breakfast (fry jack) which was delicious!! I stayed in the beach house with the private pool, it was absolutely wonderful! A boat is needed on and off the island, they only have 1 (boat) at this time and a set schedule that is flexible, I didn't experience any issues with that. I was even able to make it to my 5am excursion in Belize City, thanks to the wonder team.
Latia, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Farhed, 6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Introverts Paradise! If you want to be in the bustle of things, don't stay here. If you want privacy, quiet, and personal service by name; this place is beautiful. Exceptional service, excellent food and drinks. Clean and quiet. The shuttle boat to/from San Pedro was consistently overbooked after dinner hour causing me delay and frustration. It is the only area of needed improvement that I experienced. Thank you!
Tracy Raye, 5-night romance trip
Verified Travelocity guest review

8/10 Very Good

This place is isolated so if getting away is what you want this is the place. Little to do otherwise on this man made real estate. Rooms were comfortable with nice view. Staff was very accommodating.
Amparo, 5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

EXCELLENT PROPERTY!! 5 Stars HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!
We are medical professionals, travel extensively, and are receiving no compensation for this review. Bullet points: BEAUTIFUL property! Incredible staff! Great food. The shuttle is VERY, VERY safe. 5 star bed/bedding. Powerful/quiet AC. Kitchen is okay but could be a little better stocked. Plunge pools are worth it. Concierge services are excellent. SPA was excellent. CLEAN/PRISTINE. No power outages during our one week stay Feb 2024. I wrote a LONG review but Hotels.com allows only 1500 characters. I'll send my review to the property and you can ask them for "Brian's review". Bottom Line: You have an option of booking resorts in town (loud), beach resorts (beaches are public and these hotels have less privacy) or a locked compound where you have to deal with the expense of a golf cart (not to mention horrible traffic, parking, worry about DUI, collisions, etc). Or you can choose Turtle Island which is private, safe, incredibly beautiful, quiet and the complimentary shuttle gives you easy transportation into central San Pedro where everything is within a 15 minute walk. A place where the staff treat you like family. I would stay here again without hesitation. I honestly don't understand the negative reviews. There is no place in the San Pedro area that I'd recommend higher. The shuttle/ferry is pristine and the rides back and forth to San Pedro are not an inconvenience but beautiful, especially at sunset. Pictures do not do this property justice.
Very comfortable King beds
Property offers beautiful sunsets
Plunge pool overlooking the water, sunrise
Infinity pool next to restaurant and bar
Brian, 6-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

The price of the food is ridiculous. Great staff but will not ever go back due to price. They also could do more with property.
heidi, 7-night romance trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

8/10 Very Good

Needs further development on the island, beautiful room, but nothing there other than one restaurant.
Cecilia, 5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Quiet Relaxing Getaway! Highly Recommend!
Had a great time! Very relaxing. San Pedro is busy so it’s nice to escape to Turtle Island resort! Important to note as it is an island you do have to take a ferry to get there. That said there is a boat that runs regularly to San Pedro and they can arrange transport for activities and Secret Beach. Restaurant on site with somewhat limited choices, although delicious every time! chef does take requests. Was a little worried before staying after seeing a few poor reviews. However, the staff is amazing and does go above and beyond. It seems like people were expecting more of an inclusive/resort with many on site resources. As previously said the resort is basically on an island so definitely perfect for couples and quiet getaways, as not a lot on the premises, heard this is changing with new management and renovations. Had a great time with my fiancé, would recommend! Thank you to the staff and of course the resident Turtle Island pup Huck!
Kathryn, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property.. definitely will be back.
Shannon, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

We booked a room through Expedia. 2 days before the trip we were informed that there was a discrepancy between Expedia and the resort about what room we were to be in. The room we booked had a kitchen, and they said without proof from the Expedia we would not get the kitchen we had paid for. We found the document and we ended up with a Kitchen. We had friends traveling with US, they were also to have a kitchen. We ended up sharing a kitchen, which was fine however we did not receive the entire value of what we had booked. Other couples we me there had the same booking issues through Travelocity and did not get what they paid for. Our friends were put in a different room for the first night and then moved on day 2. When we came back to the room to move their room has a toilet leaking and ants climbing over their luggage from an infestation in their building. As for dining, the menu did not have accurate pricing and was not up to date. and would often take 30-45 minutes to sort through the bill each meal. The grounds were unkempt unraked sand and weeds and mud all over. Peeling and faded paint, and a leaking window in our unit. The people were very kind, but had no power with an absentee management staff and had no power to correct things. We were offered a small discount but this did not make up for true disruption. The resort was without power for the first evening as we arrived, and were told it was for a generator upgrade, we heard that was not accurate.
Jeff, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Katy, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review