The Bellafonte - Luxury Oceanfront Hotel

Situation exceptionnelle en front de mer avec ponton privé et accès direct à l’océan 😎

We just returned from an extraordinary stay at the Bellafonte Hotel in Bonaire. To say that it was a perfect spot for us is an understatement. From the location to the stylishness to the staff to the on-site snorkeling, etc., etc., it was impeccable start to finish.

The hotel is a small, lovely boutique hotel with only 22 units and sits directly on the water. It has a private pier which had better and easier snorkeling than any of the other locations we visited. There is nothing quite like waking up to a gorgeous sunrise, sipping coffee while watching the seagulls soar from our private balcony, and then going out to the private pier and taking a morning snorkel. The reef by the hotel has a greater variety of fish than any other place we found, and the convenience cannot be described!

Every single member of the staff was totally impressive. They are all young, charming, enthusiastic and delightful in every way. All are from the Netherlands with the exception of the delightfully energetic and thoroughly adorable Armanda, who is from Bonaire.

The location of the hotel is absolutely unbeatable. It is far enough away from town to escape the noise, hustle bustle, and cruise ship crowd, but close enough to go in anytime (about a 5-10 minute drive) for excellent dining and shopping. Though the Bellafonte does not have a restaurant on site, they partner with the excellent Windsock Restaurant right next door, and there are other wonderful restaurants very close by.

This post cannot adequately capture the stunning magic of the Bellafonte. It is a total delight in every single way, and when we sadly checked out, we made a reservation for the same dates next year. It truly is paradise on earth!

I keep coming back to The Bellafonte. It's a breath taking place, superb location. The concept is quite unique: stay in fully equipped apartments with service level of a boutique luxury hotel. Carlijn and her staff go the extra mile to make each stay memorable. Snorkel or dive straight from the private pier! See you next year!

The unit was wonderful. Very spacious with a well stocked kitchen. Nice living room and the bed was very comfortable. It had a gray view of the water. We enjoyed snorkeling off the dock and relaxing by the small pool. Also liked the small porch with table and fans. The place to wash your gear was great along with rack to drip dry. Actually liked being on the ground floor. The resort is very quiet. They provided a snack by the dock in the afternoon and had a happy hour one evening. Would like them to add a rack in the shower for razor, shampoo etc. Also sometimes it was difficult to get out of the resort and to park. Overall excellent experience!

Our stay at the Bellafonte was exceptional. The staff was so welcoming and helpful, anticipating our every need. Armanda in particular was a super star. The room was a great combination of functional with everything you need to prepare meals and luxury with a dreamy bed and great views. The bustling tourist area is a short drive and getting to the airport takes minutes. The absolute best part is the beautiful dock for sunbathing, relaxing and jumping into the ocean to cool off or snorkel. We will most definitely be back!

We love Bellefonte! The staff are always so friendly and helpful and professional. It's absolutely beautiful. We have stayed here many times and we will continue to come here. We love Belafonte! We love Bellefonte. They even have a happy hour where the guests can mingle and enjoy wine and soft drinks.

Fabulous place. Clean, well staffed, friendly service, on the water with a private dock, great happy hour. Arranges taxis, dinner reservations,...
We've been there twice and plan on returning...

Belafonte was a beautiful spot for all of our needs. Highly recommended.

The service is great and the stunning views make you comeback. We love it.
The Belafonte is a gem in the island. Five stars.

Upon arrival we were greeted warmly by the front desk girl. She was extremely polite and very helpful and made us feel quite comfortable.
She explained everything to us about the venue and escorted us to our room.
She gave us helpful tips on where to go and some of the best restaurants to visit.
The room was beyond our expectations and we were very impressed and pleased with the location.
The hotel is definitely worth it and we will definitely be coming back in the future.
Staff and cleanliness was beyond 5 stars.
I highly recommend it and you will not be disappointed 🌊🧜🏻‍♀️🪸

From the moment we arrived, the experience was exceptional. This boutique waterfront hotel is immaculate, with beautiful views that never got old. The staff were genuinely attentive and made us feel truly cared for throughout our stay. The pier offers the ability to SCUBA, snorkel, sun yourself or have great conversations with other travels who seem to love the place as much as we did.
Cant wait to return!

Paikka oli siisti ja palvelu todella hyvää

AMAZING staff & unit !
Beautiful snorkeling!
Friendly guests.
Relaxing quiet & beautiful
Going back for my 5th tme next year !

A completely wonderful experience, and my second time visiting. I cannot wait to return again! Very peaceful - truly a quiet oasis!

We had the most wonderful experience at the Bellafonte in Bonaire. The amenities are fantastic and the dock is incredible. The reef directly from the dock is great for snorkeling or diving and the location of the Bellafonte in relation to stores, restaurants, etc. is perfect! There is a weekly happy hour on Thursdays and they serve food, wine and/or beer. The front desk will help with restaurant reservations, getting taxis or even picking up your groceries. If you sit on the dock during the day, most likely you will be served appetizers. The condo we stayed in was immaculate. It included all kitchen gadgets if you decide to stay in an cook a meal. Highly, highly recommend this hotel.

Best Bonaire hotel experience so far! Outstanding and friendly staff with first class service. Hospitality of the highest standard, rarely surpassed. Exquisit Rooms and superb cleaning crew!!!
Only minus point, therefore 4 instead of straight 5 ⭐️:
The noise from the construction site next door could have been communicated more effectively to guests in the corporate communications. We were seeking quiet and relaxing days at the pier as well as in our accommodation, that, unfortunately, was not fulfilled…

We had a wonderful time. Staff were great and very attentive to our needs. We will definitely be back. Did a lot of snorkeling and loved it.

My husband and I stayed 2 weeks in Room 205, a 1 BR Senior Suite. It is on the south end of the seocnd floor, so the breeze refreshes the balcony as you enjoy your breakfast looking out over the turquoise water.
We especially liked:
- easy access to snorkel on the reef, where we saw sea turtles, eels (including a very large green moray), lots of fish and corals and sponges
- outdoor shower, locked room for snorkeling equpment, and drying rack for swiming clothes
- well-equiped kitchen
- very tasty food delivered to the room by Bellafonte staff from the restaurant next door (in case you do not want to cook that day)
- easy and close parking
- well-functioning AC and hot water systems
- daily housecleaning (everything was spotless)
- comfortable beds, black-out curtains, quiet area for sleeping
- very nice staff (who even found softer pillows for me)
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It was difficult to leave. I already miss the sound of the waves breaking on the shore.