The Bellafonte - Luxury Oceanfront Hotel

Great location, friendly and helpful staff, excellent snorkeling

While this was our first time in Bonaire, the staff of the Bellafonte will be what brings us back again. Every team member with which we engaged was genuinely kind, knowledgeable and eager to help. The level of professionalism and enthusiasm in such a youthful staff was refreshing. From preparatory emails to last minute changes while on the island, the staff never disappointed. As for the property, it is very well maintained with the best lounging deck over turquoise water in the area! The fish under that deck are a treat! The rooms are spotless, and do book a suite if possible, you won't regret it. Just a note, there is no gym or restaurant on the property. There are great dining options nearby and a rental vehicle can be handy.

This was our third stay at the Bellafonte. This boutique hotel is clean, quiet, has friendly staff that goes an extra mile and of course phenomenal location. Your accommodations are luxurious yet comfortable. Rooms have everything you need and if something is amiss the front desk will ensure that is corrected. Housekeeping is fantastic! This time we stayed with our 15month old and the hotel arranged a crib and a high chair upon request. We come back every time because you get what you pay for.

The Bellafonte Bonaire staff were delightful, responsive to our requests, and top level professional. We felt well-cared for. The location of The Bellafonte is wonderful, not too close to town and cruise ship activity, but close to the sandy beach of Te Amo, and an eight-minute drive to Lac Bay with windsurfing and restaurants. We enjoyed a mid-week happy hour on the pool deck, we appreciated being able to rent a car (123 Rentals) through the hotel which meant no standing in lines at the airport, and we loved having afternoon treats delivered by staff to us on the sun deck. What a nice surprise! The view from our second floor room was stunning and we definitely got our fill of Caribbean blue therapy. We stayed in a Junior Suite, which is similar to a hotel suite with a separate bedroom, living room, and kitchenette with stove, oven, basic dishes and silverware, refrigerator, blender and toaster, and a narrow balcony. We didn’t do any cooking. Our favorite kitchen item was the Nespresso machine with unlimited pods! :) We’ll be back!

Staff was amazing and the property was clean and beautiful .

From the initial booking, the lead up to our trip, and during our trip, The Bellafonte staff exceeded my expectations in every possible way. The suite was spacious and comfortable, and the stunning private pier drew us in each morning, afternoon, and night. We reserved the snack package as well as the wine package upon arrival. The selection of wine was impressive and very tasty, catered to our general love of dry wines. Our last night we reserved the pier for a private dinner with Chef Manouk. I cannot express enough how incredible the food and wine pairing was that Manouk curated. I am also very confused how she is not booked each night of the week given her elite talents in the kitchen. Hearing her story and enjoying a glass of wine together at the end of the night was an added bonus. I can’t imagine staying anywhere other the Bellafonte for when we return next to Bonaire. I highly recommend an ocean facing room…the view does not get old.