The Bellafonte - Luxury Oceanfront Hotel

What a wonderful stay! Conveniently located, great dock and snorkel opportunities, amazing staff…we just cannot say enough glowing words about our stay at The Bellafonte! We stayed in the Junior Suite on the second floor…the balcony has the most perfect view of those amazing azure waters and ideally frames every sunset. I sat out there every single morning and had my Nespresso Volluto drinks…a new treat for me that I will continue at home! The suite was the perfect size for 2 people — you can elect for housekeeping to come every day or only when you need. Towels replaced whenever you like and the same for coffee/espresso and tea supplies. I loved every minute and look forward to our next visit when I can again sit on our balcony and watch the day commence and see the beautiful sunset as that same day closes out! The Bellafonte has won my heart!

Perfect location, stunning ocean views, and superb facilities. Staff is not only efficient, helpful, and friendly but also make reservations for dinner or various activities. Did I mention magnificent diving and snorkeling right off the dock into pristine water? Very international guests that add to the overall experience of relaxation and fun.

Unable to give zero stars otherwise would. Our family of four had a fully paid "guaranteed" reservation, at the penthouse of this property nonetheless, at least 5 months prior to a spring break trip. 3 weeks before a much anticipated vacation we received an email informing us the reservation is not valid any longer, with some ridiculous explanation (computer glitch?!, really people?.. it is 2024). Further attempts to contact the management/staff led to more outrageous explanations (oil leak in the ocean, etc). To add insult to injury a "similar" property was offered instead, which was not even oceanfront and valued at about 1/3 of what we had already paid. No meaningful attempt to compensation of what was a ruined vacation was made. This is a dishonest business that appears to cancel reservations through third parties (we had ours through *******) as soon as they find customers through their own direct booking, to save a few bucks, with complete disregard to customers. Furthermore, while the property seems to have expansive ocean views , there is no beach, no grounds, no on-site restaurant, and their pool is tiny, more like a hot tub, unswimmable (we saw the property in passing by). This business and their management doesn't deserve our tourist money and needs to be exposed for their dishonest, even deceiving practices. The Harbor Village resort on the same island, where we eventually ended up (for part of what supposed to be a full week vacation) is a much better resort and professionally managed.

This was our first visit to Bonaire, and we couldn't have chosen a better place to stay. We loved everything about the Bellafonte! The room was cozy and comfortable with an amazing view. The staff were knowledgeable and friendly. The dock and plunge pool were absolutely stunning. We will most definitely be back! Already missing those turquoise waters...!