Belize Dive Haven Resort & Marina

I was 1 of a group of 60+ in June that traveled to Belize’s Turneffe Island with the promise of a 5-star Padi resort. It quickly turned into a deep disappointment, starting from the boat trip to the island. What should have been a 90-minute boat ride stretched into an extremely long and rough trip, soaking many in our group, along with our personal items, carry-ons, and luggage. One in our group lost his laptop due to being drenched with salt water, and there weren’t enough life vests for everyone. 1 of the other boats carrying additional members of our group broke down on the way and had to do an ocean transfer to another boat. That same boat broke down on the 1st day of diving, and they had to acquire another boat. The 5-star PADI certified Dive Shop was nonexistent. There was nowhere to purchase or repair equipment. Roll call after dives, rule,s and procedures were hit and miss. My dive gear wasn’t stored as promised, but sat on the boat at night. The docks, essential for a diving resort, were warped and full of holes, posing a safety risk. The dining experience was another significant source of frustration. Belize Dive Haven shows beautifully presented meals on their website, but we didn’t receive anything close to those photos. We lined up for food that was consistently lukewarm with an extremely limited menu served by the staff from 4-5 chafing dishes without any heat source underneath. The meals often consist of the same uninspired dishes of a spoonful each of rice, beans, chopped veggies, and a small meat portion, usually chicken. Meal times were short, portions were small, and they ran out of food several times. The lack of any snacks throughout the day, coupled with the poor quality of the meals and options, made the entire dining experience a genuine low point of the trip. The bar was understocked and understaffed from the very first night. They were unable to make many popular drinks due to a lack of ingredients. Alcoholic Drinks and soda were only available from the bar, as there weren’t any waiters. This was particularly frustrating given that the resort was expecting a large group of guests. There wasn’t any bar service for the pool either. You had to get out of the pool and walk to the dining room bar to get a drink. The state of the property was a major concern, with a large portion of the amenities shuddered and left to fall into disrepair. There wasn’t a manned front or lobby desk; it was deserted. Approximately half of the hotel's buildings were visibly neglected, with no signs of maintenance or cleaning for an extended period. Only 1 of the 2 pools was filled, and all the water features around the pools were empty and full of debris. Most of the beach was buried in Sargassum seaweed. The Spa was in a guest room. The Ballroom was full of molding, rotting furniture. Most floors in the main building had water inundating closed-up areas during rainstorms. There were cracked windows, missing glass panels, peeling paint, bathroo

Just got back from an amazing vacation at Belize Dive Haven, and I can’t speak more highly about our time there. We had a group of 20+ and the staff went out of their way to make sure everyone was taken care of. Chef Bol and his team were outstanding. They made sure all the different dietary preferences in our group were met. We had fresh lobster and fish and we had plated dinners every evening — usually served by 7:00 or 7:30. There were snacks at the bar each night around 5:00 — one evening we even had lionfish fingers from a fresh catch. And the fresh-baked cookies they brought out at lunch and after dives on the boat were a really nice touch. Britney was fantastic — she spent time with the few kids in our group who weren’t diving so the adults could all go out together. That made a big difference, and we were really grateful. As for the diving — it was exceptional. Half Moon Caye and The Elbow are some of the best spots I have ever been. And The Blue Hole, spectacular. I can only speak for the crew on my boat, but Captain Crunch, Sharpie, Brian, and Oscar were a pleasure to be with. Friendly, experienced, and fun to be around. We felt safe and well taken care of every step of the way. Honestly, I wish I could give everyone a shoutout by name, but that would take too long — the entire staff made this trip something special. I’ve read a few of the negative reviews from the large group from June 2025 and was a little nervous going in. After the trip, I feel like those folks may have gone in with the wrong expectations. This is a remote resort — it takes about 1.5 hours by ferry from Belize City — and while that means there may be some logistical limitations, it’s also what makes the place feel so special. If you’re looking for a quiet getaway with world-class diving and a team that genuinely cares, this is it. You better Belize we will be back!

Nothing about this resort is as advertised, except the diving. Limited food options that were luke warm at best and most of the resort is in a terrible state of repair. About half the hotel and most of the buildings were abandoned with no maintenance or cleaning for years. One pool had water in it but the other was empty. No dive shop, the "spa" was in one of the hotel rooms. Worth about 25% of what they are charging.

Boat breaks down two days in a row. Food is limited, when it runs out, is out and there are no other restaurants or shacks available to eat. Breakfast food was served and over by 8:00am. The resort is advertised as a 5 star, but I am confident it will barely made a 1 star. Not recommended, read the reviews, they are TRUE and exact to what we experienced for one long week. Bottom line it felt like a castaway prison all week long.

Belize Dive Haven is a beautiful destination with incredible potential. While there are a few areas that could use improvement, the exceptional staff truly make up for it with their professionalism and warm hospitality. The pool is massive—perfect for a relaxing swim and the diving experiences are absolutely breathtaking. My only critique would be the food and beverage offerings. I’d love to see the natural juices made from fresh fruits rather than concentrates. That said, I would definitely return given the chance—it’s an unforgettable experience overall.

Our trip to Belize Dive Haven was not good! Do not believe the sites pictures or positive reviews. Short on available space; Boat ride over was horrendous. Boat was too small and over crowded. Waves over the top and soaked. No welcome upon arrival, no hotel staff. 1 Room key. Room was unclean and dirty. Used soap and hair ties in bathroom. Floor dirty. 2 inch deep sink. Food was rationed, served as buffet, often ran out. Food was mostly rice and beans. All meals were cold,No supplies for bar, no mixers. 1 pool was empty. No hot tubs running. No service at pool or anywhere. Beach was unusable and covered in trash. Docks are starting to fall apart. Kayaks were unusable. Exercise room consisted of 5-6 dumb bells. When it rain it pooled in the hotel hall ways. Mold is present on the doors. Boat ride back was horrible with another soaking. Do not visit this location,