Placencia Village Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Jen & Shaun Howell
Photo by Jen & Shaun Howell
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Photo by Jen - Nealys On Wheels
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Photo by Chris Pollock
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Photo by Brian Baughman
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Photo by Robb Thompson

Popular places to visit

Placencia Beach showing a beach and general coastal views

Placencia Beach

Discover the Belize whale shark on a diving trip from one of the cays and islands near this sandy beach. Enjoy its restaurants and cafés too.

Placencia Beach
Maya Beach featuring general coastal views and tropical scenes

Maya Beach

Feel the gorgeous golden sand beneath your feet as you walk around this community made up of homes, bars, resorts and an art gallery.

Maya Beach

Jaguar Bowling Lanes

You can take time to visit Jaguar Bowling Lanes during your travels to Placencia. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this quaint area.

Jaguar Bowling Lanes

Placencia Pier

Explore the waterfront in Placencia with a trip to Placencia Pier.

Placencia Pier

Moho Caye

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Moho Caye during your travels in Placencia. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Moho Caye

Laughing Bird Caye National Park

Explore the great outdoors at Laughing Bird Caye National Park, a lovely green space in Laughing Bird Caye. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Laughing Bird Caye National Park

Activities

Cave Tubing at Jaguar Paw

Cave Tubing and Jungle Zip Lining Through Belize

AU$225
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cave Tubing and Jungle Zip Lining Through Belize
Placencia: Snorkel & Island Experience at Laughing Bird Caye

Placencia: Snorkel & Island Experience at Laughing Bird Caye

AU$212
per adult
Placencia: Snorkel & Island Experience at Laughing Bird Caye
Monkey River Wildlife Encounters and Mananantee Watch

Monkey River Wildlife Encounters and Manatee Watch

AU$198
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monkey River Wildlife Encounters and Manatee Watch
Snorkeling at Silk and Moho Caye

Snorkeling at Silk and Moho Caye

AU$230
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Snorkeling at Silk and Moho Caye
Arrive the Silk Caye on one of our Princesses...

Snorkel the Perfect Tropical Isle Silk Caye with Turtles, Rays and Sharks

AU$275
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Snorkel the Perfect Tropical Isle Silk Caye with Turtles, Rays and Sharks
Arrive the beautiful island of Laughing Bird Caye...

Snorkel and Island Experience at Laughing Bird Caye National Park

AU$229
per adult
Snorkel and Island Experience at Laughing Bird Caye National Park
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Our pick of the best Placencia Village Hotel Deals

Mariposa Belize Beach Resort

Mariposa Belize Beach Resort

3 out of 5
Placencia Village, 200 Meters South Placincia Airstrip, Placencia, Stann Creek District
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Placencia. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (164 reviews)
"We stayed in one of the forest cabins,all good,it was clean comfortable and well equipped with everything you need.The staff were very professional and polite that made our time here enjoyable."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

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Mariposa Belize Beach Resort
The Ellysian Boutique Hotel

The Ellysian Boutique Hotel

3.5 out of 5
#1 Williams Drive, Placencia
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Placencia. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (178 reviews)
"Wonderful place to stay! Highly recommended."

Reviewed on 29 July 2025

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The Ellysian Boutique Hotel
Brisa Oceano Resort

Brisa Oceano Resort

4 out of 5
Placencia Rd., Placencia, Stann Creek District
The price is AU$271 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$271
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Placencia. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and onsite spa services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (212 reviews)
"Well located property in centre of Placencia. Very good service"

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2025

Brisa Oceano Resort
Julia´s Cabanas

Julia´s Cabanas

3 out of 5
CENTER OF PLACENCIA VILLAGE, Leslie Lane, Placencia
The price is AU$147 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$147
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach cabin in Placencia. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and dry cleaning or laundry services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (228 reviews)
"The hostess Shelly was amazing! She waited for us to get there. The express bus is not so express!!!! Everyday she greeted us good morning and always before she left she stopped by to see if we needed anything. She is very pleasant, easy to talk with and knows her facility. If we had any questions ..."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

Julia´s Cabanas
Placencia Villas

Placencia Villas

3 out of 5
Placencia Downtown, Placencia
The price is AU$183 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
AU$183
31 Oct - 1 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Placencia. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and free bicycles on site. Popular attractions Placencia Beach and Placencia Pier ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (93 reviews)
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"We loved our stay in the Turtle room! We had a last minute change in our itinerary and needed a place for only one night... But we wished we had more time at this spot! The owners are very kind and responsive. The room was very comfy and cozy. I appreciated all the shelving in the rooms and bathroom. ..."

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2025

Placencia Villas
Turtle Inn by Francis Ford Coppola

Turtle Inn by Francis Ford Coppola

4 out of 5
Placencia Village, Placencia, Stan Creek
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Placencia. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Placencia Beach and Jaguar Bowling Lanes ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (46 reviews)
"Absolutely breathtaking property with exquisite service."

Reviewed on 14 Apr 2025

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Turtle Inn by Francis Ford Coppola
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Other neighbourhoods around Placencia Village

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Surfside

Though Surfside may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Maya Beach and Placencia Beach.

Surfside
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Cocoplum

While visiting Cocoplum, you might make a stop by sights like Maya Beach and Inky's Mini Golf.

Cocoplum
Maya Beach

Maya Beach

Maya Beach might not have many top sights, but Maya Beach and Inky's Mini Golf are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Maya Beach
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Plantation

When in Plantation, you can plan a visit to Maya Beach and Inky's Mini Golf, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Plantation
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Caribbean Way

Plan a visit to nearby attractions like Maya Beach while you're exploring Caribbean Way and the larger area.

Caribbean Way

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