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Blue Marlin Beach Resort

3.5 star property
Beachfront, with spa services

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated
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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated
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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

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  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Laundry
  • All-inclusive

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Cabin, Multiple Beds, Ocean View, Beachfront

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Furnished lanai
Garden
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Renovated in 2022
  • 37 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Cabin, Multiple Beds, Garden View, Garden Area

Highlights

Garden
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Renovated in 2022
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Exclusive Cabin, Ocean View, Beachfront

Highlights

Garden
Furnished lanai
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2022
Pillow-top bed
  • 20 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

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14 Miles Offshore from Dangriga, On top of the Barrier Reef, South Water Caye

What's nearby

  • Blue Marlin Dock - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • South Water Caye Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km

Getting around

  • Dangriga (DGA) - 56 min drive

About this property

Blue Marlin Beach Resort

Hotel remodelled in 2022 and located near Carrie Bow Cay Field Station
At Blue Marlin Beach Resort, you can look forward to free cooked-to-order breakfast, a free return airport shuttle and a marina. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, beach massages and sunloungers. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a massage, aromatherapy or a body scrub. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Charlies Dining and Bar, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and ocean views. Enjoy on-site activities, such as scuba diving, kayaking and fishing. A terrace, shopping on-site and a garden are available to all guests.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • A local area shuttle, babysitting (surcharge) and beach towels
  • A porter/bellboy, a front desk safe and wedding services
  • A billiards/pool table, 1 meeting room and multilingual staff
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks such as sound-insulated walls and free bottled water.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with hydromassage showers and free toiletries
  • Private gardens, portable fans and daily housekeeping

All-inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at Blue Marlin Beach Resort are available. These rates are higher because they include on-site food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Food and beverages

All meals, snacks and non-alcoholic beverages included
Room service during certain hours

Activities and facilities/equipment

All on-site activities and use of facilities and equipment are included.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Free return airport shuttle from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Airport shuttle available during limited hours
  • Area shuttle up to 14 mi

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Charlies Dining and Bar

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat tours
  • Fishing
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Paddleboard
  • Scuba diving
  • Shopping
  • Snorkelling

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Marina
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 floor
  • 6 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1987
  • Renovated entire property - November 2022
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Portable fan
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via aeroplane and boat to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 2 weeks before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Blue Marlin Beach Resort
Blue Marlin Beach Resort South Water Caye
Blue Marlin Beach South Water Caye
Blue Marlin Resort
Marlin Beach Resort
Blue Marlin Beach Resort Belize/South Water Caye
Blue Marlin Hotel South Water Caye
Blue Marlin South Water Caye
Blue Marlin Beach Resort Hotel
Blue Marlin Beach Resort All Inclusive
Blue Marlin Beach Resort South Water Caye
Blue Marlin Beach Resort Hotel South Water Caye

Frequently asked questions

Is Blue Marlin Beach Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Blue Marlin Beach Resort?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Blue Marlin Beach Resort?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Blue Marlin Beach Resort?

Checkout is at 9 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Blue Marlin Beach Resort provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM on request.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Blue Marlin Beach Resort?

Some rate plans available at this hotel are all-inclusive.

Where is Blue Marlin Beach Resort located?

Within easy reach of Carrie Bow Cay Field Station, this South Water Caye hotel is located by the sea and on the beach.

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Blue Marlin Beach Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the airport in Dangriga to the island we were greeted with a warm welcome and plenty of attention was provided to us. The rooms were clean and comfortable, pillows and linen were fantastic. We had appetizers brought to our door and resort was beautiful. The island offered spectacular views and comfy chairs to just relax. Also there was plenty of recreational toys available to keep us busy. This resort offered great accommodations for boaters also. Our family joined us during their sailing, it worked out well. : )

10/10 Excellent

Bridget

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best vacation spot ever!

Our stay at The Blue Marlin Resort was well beyond our expectations! I have had the opportunity to do a lot of traveling in my life and this place is at the top of my list! My husband and I stayed here for our honeymoon and can't wait for an opportunity to return! The island is incredibly beautiful and peaceful. The service was second to none. Rosella, the owner is so personable and helpful. Sonya went above and beyond to make sure our every need and want was quickly met. From the chef (who made the most wonderful meals for us), to the waiter (Luis I believe was his name) and Stacy who does everything from scuba and snorkeling outings to massage made us feel like celebrities with the service they provided! If you are looking for a place to relax, disconnect from everyday stresses and connect with the people you love, then I can't recommend this place enough! Thank you for making us feel like family!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Massimo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

South water is fantastic

Bellissimo . Isola stupenda, reef a due passi dalla spiaggia . Fantastico lo snorkeling e lo scuba. Mare pieno di vita: coralli e pesci, aquile di mare, branchi di pesci enormi, aragoste. Da vedere!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

AFG, AFG, Costa Rica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Ubicado en un lugar espléndido

Pasamos un tiempo muy agradable. Es un lugar paradisíaco. El personal es muy amable y dispuesto a ayudarnos en todo momento. La habitación estaba en un segundo piso. El precio de las comidas vs ingredientes es alto. Me esperaba jugos, aderezos y salsas frescas/naturales y no de paquete. Tengo en mi lista volver para bucear! Gracias a todo el Staff!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Place to Unwind and have a good time.

Had an amazing time. Will be back. Service was great. Overall a great little escape that I would highly recommend.

10/10 Excellent

leora, oregon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Kenny was great showing us the fish of the sea. Th

Kenny was great showing us the fish of the sea. All the staff were so nice the sunsets were beautiful the water is so clear the food was great and lots of entertainment

10/10 Excellent

Beth, Houston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely location, great staff.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Hotel fuer Taucher und Angler ohne Strand

Wir waren 2 Ehepaare Anfang Februar 2015 fuer 4 Tage. Wir waren die einzigen Hotelgaeste, hatten somit die ganze Anlage fuer uns.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

6/10 Okay

Mike, Milwaukee, WI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Quiet and secluded

We stayed at the Blue Marlin on our recent trip to Belize. South Water Caye is about 45 minutes from Dangriga and is a small island that has three resorts on it. Even though the island is about a mile long by about 2 blocks wide the three resorts don't seem to get along very well. I think this is planned so that they can each have the guest of their resort be committed to the services (food, drinks, snorkeling, diving, etc.) of that resort. We booked our trip online and paid plenty for the one week stay and airfare. What I didn't realize is all of the added cost that wasn't included. The flights included in our booking was into Belize City and didn't include the short (25 minute) flight from Belize City to Dangriga (an additional $163 per person round trip) and the 45 minute boat ride (an additional $135 per person round trip). The meals are also an additional fee ($2,145 per couple including snorkeling). Don't forget to add the 12.5% sales tax and 10% service fee to everything. The staff was great. They where very friendly and did what they could within the obvious boundaries in place my management. The food was American fare and was average in quality. For the price charged you would think the food would be better but in general it was OK. In short, if I knew all of the add-on fees that wheren't included initially I wouldn't book with them again, a $4k to $5k trip should be a lot better quality than Blue Marlin.