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Just beyond your private deck at this 5-Star Beachfront Resort, the white Caribbean sands dissolve into a clear-water world of unspoiled coral reefs, playful dolphins and bright exotic fish. Hang a hammock from the shady coconut palms and watch colorful iguanas and the gentle tides unfold against the white sand beach.

Morning juice and cappuccino herald the call to adventure. Experience the world's best salt-water fly-fishing or go snorkeling in miles of untouched barrier reef. Visit the world’s only jaguar reserve, or cruise up the Monkey River and observe tropical birds, iguanas, manatees, crocodiles, and howler monkeys. From scenic strolls to scuba diving, the Turtle Inn staff will provide the region's most knowledgeable and trusted guides. 

The bungalows, all steps from the beach, are built in the style of traditional Balinese thatched huts, have artisan-crafted furnishings, a luxury private bath and a broad screened deck to welcome in the tropical sea air. Enjoy luxury in the spirit of the natural landscape. 

Polite, efficient staff members offer new arrivals a welcoming drink and an opportunity to sit in the open-air lobby, where they can admire the ocean view while their rooms are prepared. These structures are connected by thatch-roof walkways, as is the adjacent upscale gift shop. Public areas are limited to these buildings, which also house the bar and restaurant. Guests can access the Internet here or in a small computer room off to one side of reception.

Turndown service is standard, and complimentary tea and coffee are brought to the cabanas each morning by pleasant wait staff. For guests doing both beach and jungle, the Turtle Inn provides a stylish add-on to a stay at Blancaneaux.

The hotel keeps its carbon footprint down by not using air-conditioning or other techno-trappings. All its villas and cottages are built from locally sourced material (thatch, bamboo, limestone and wood) and kitchen ingredients are grown on site.

The Turtle Inn has two pools surrounded by chaise lounges; one a sea-green circle on the lawn by the bar, moments from the sea, the other a triangular infinity pool nestled between the cottages. Beach captains attend to cushions, towels and sun umbrellas.

Cottages
Set back from the water, the Garden View Cottages have a gorgeous view of the lush gardens, a queen-size bed, Chinese bath, private garden, outdoor shower, hand carved Balinese doors, and a screen porch.

Seafront Cottage
Just steps from the waters of the Caribbean on the beautiful beach, the Seafront Cottage has a queen-size bed, Chinese bath, private garden, outdoor shower, and features hand-carved Balinese doors and a screen porch.

Honeymoon Cottage
Steps from a beautiful stretch of beach and the Caribbean Sea, this honeymoon hideaway features a private garden with outdoor shower, screened porch, private bathroom with Japanese bath, and queen-size bed.

Chinese Matrimonial Suite
The suite features a 200-year-old hand-carved Chinese Fertility Bed, private screened porch, roomy bathroom with Japanese bath, and private garden with outdoor shower. It is a few steps from the Caribbean Sea. 

Family Pavilion (1) - 2 bedroom / 2 bathroom.
Enjoy oceanfront dinning from the terrace and amenities such as steam showers, bathrooms with Japanese baths, and a cozy loft. The private pool is crafted with original tile art and surrounded by a tropical garden. 

The Villas 
2 bedroom / 2 bathroom luxurious proportions with living room, separated seating areas, and extended screened porch. Each is surrounded by private gardens with outdoor showers. We offer 4 Seafront Villas, 5 Sea View Villas and 2 Garden View Villas


RESTAURANT AND BAR
- The Mare Restaurant features Italian cuisine, fresh seafood, and local specials, it procures most of its produce from the massive organic garden at Blancaneaux Lodge. Taste the gourmet pizzas baked-to-order in our brick pizza oven.

The centerpiece of the Ristorante Mare dining area is an Italian brick oven, and as at the Blancaneaux, many of the meals are based on Coppola family recipes; the greens come from the inn's own and the jungle lodge's organic gardens and the wine list favors bottles pulled from Coppola's Napa Valley estate. 

There is also barefoot dining at the Gauguin Grill close to the beach, where seafood dinners are served facing the ocean. Auntie Luba's on the lagoon side of the road specializes in Belizean cuisine. Reservations are required both here and at the grill. The sand-floor bar pours expensive cocktails but offers happy-hour discounts.

The Skip White Bar creates refreshing beverages and cocktails throughout the day and into the evening. At the Laughing Fish Bar, you may enjoy a cool drink a few steps from the sea.


RESORT FEATURES
Gift Store, Spa with a soothing experience replete with relaxing Thai massage; and a Dive Shop (we offer scuba diving, snorkeling, and a wide range of PADI certification courses for both the beginner and the more experienced diver).

The dive shop takes guests out to Laughing Bird Caye National Park, 55 minutes offshore, for full days of snorkeling and diving. A box lunch is served on the island.

Passports
Passport valid for six months beyond the intended length of stay required by all nationals referred to in chart.
Passport Note
All travellers are required to show evidence of sufficient funds (minimum £50 per day) and proof of return or onward ticket at the point of entry.

Visas
Not required by all nationals referred to in the chart above and nationals of their overseas territories for stays of up to 30 days except:
1. nationals of Bulgaria and Romania.
Note: Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy/high commission to check visa requirements (see Contact Addresses).
Types of Visa and Cost
Single-entry: £60; Multiple-entry: £110. Handling fee of £5 for all applications.
Working Days Required
Most visas are issued the next working day. Some applications may require authorisation from the Director of Immigration and the Nationality Service in Belize; this will take up to four weeks.