We just got back from staying at Fuego del Mar (also rented Mariposa and Brisas) -- there were 19 of us in all. Fabulous accommodations and the staff was fabulous. The personal chef, Rosa, puts together simple island inspired meals that are better than anywhere else on the island. Subway diving is a top notch diving outfit and will pick you up at the Fuego dock for diving excursions. We dove with Osmand and can’t say enough about his experience & knowledge of the reefs and Roatan. He was a terrific DM. Since this is a quieter side of the island, you escape the cattle boats and overcrowded dive sites. The diving is great around the entire island.
There is one road -- can’t get lost -- if you want to take the car out for an excursion, or you can hire a driver. West bay is a bit far -- 40 minutes -- but would be worth one or two day trips. Turquoise Bay is a quick hop via car.
If you want more nightlife and a beach then stay in West Bay or West End. If you want hospitality, service, and a tranquil place to catch up with friends or family, you can’t get much better than Fuego del Mar.
The kitchen is extremely well stocked and the appliances are so nice! We didn’t get Rosa to cook for us, only because we love to cook, but we did buy shrimp and lobster from her.
Goody good house, I loved it
Tanner, age 9
We enormously enjoyed our stay here! Being innkeepers ourselves we can appreciate your quality in all regards.
Yours,
Julie
Loved every minute of our stay at Mariposa. You have such a beautiful property and an amazing staff - we’ll be back
Daniel
We are 2 adult couples who travel at least 2x a year outside the US borders, and have just completed an 8 day stay at Mariposa del Mar.
Picture this property if you will, as a resort, with 3 separate houses, on several acres of land. Security was present as you would find in any resort setting but never intrusive. There is a gate to the property that is met by security upon entering and leaving.
The managers were helpful with a full orientation to the property and tips on "must dos".
As far as cell phone and wi-fi, there is a cell phone at the house that minutes can be purchased, we were able to call with great reception. Wi-fi, is slow.
We would highly recommend this property and will be repeat visitors.
ltdsmokin
We’ve been here about a week now, not sure what day it is. Things just keep getting better.
We kayaked out to the reef and snorkeled yesterday and in the afternoon the staff cooked us pizza in a traditional wood oven.
We rented the boat today and caught a huge spanish mackeral and had it for lunch, cooked on the grill.
The staff and accommodations are more than we ever expected.
We’ve been hitting some local eateries--went to La Sirena, a funky little place with awesome food, and are going to Hole in the wall tonite.
Went to the West End and West Bay, but that isn’t my cup of tea.
Les 356
Villas Del Mar Roatan
We’ve just returned from a peaceful week at Brisa del Mar. If you’re looking for a remote and tranquil location this is the one. The house opens up from the living room and both bedrooms to exquisite views of the reef beyond your own private infinity pool. The staff were all helpful and friendly. We thoroughly enjoyed the use of the car and local cell phone, so that we could explore the island on our own. Beautiful West Bay is only 40 minutes away. We enjoyed sea kyaking and snorkling right from our dock. Lots of great restaurants to choose from. Rosa and Jessica made a fabulous shrimp marsala, salad, and fresh bread for us one night which was a treat. The week flew by. Fabulous spot.