Surfside Travel Guide
Placencia
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Silk Caye Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Silk Caye Beach during your trip to Placencia? Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.
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.
Lagoon Caye
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lagoon Caye during your travels in Placencia. Stroll along the seaside in this quaint area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Snorkel the Perfect Tropical Isle Silk Caye with Turtles, Rays and Sharks
Placencia: Snorkel & Island Experience at Laughing Bird Caye
Cave Tubing and Jungle Zip Lining Through Belize
Monkey River Wildlife Encounters and Manatee Watch
Cockscomb Basin Jungle Hike & Waterfalls Tour from Hopkins
Snorkeling at Silk and Moho Caye
Top hotels in Surfside
Villas at Playa de Coco
Beautiful architecture, stunning, and cleanly manicured beachfront property! But one of the nicest things was that the owner and the staff were so attentive, so nice, and help to make our stay very enjoyable. Many thanks to Mr. Fred, Clifford, Kent, Stephanie and Sadie!
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Ceiba Beach Resort
Very good location good food. Beside 5 restaurants. Room was located next to the beach. Staff very friendly
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Maya Beach Hotel
Great view of the ocean (including sunrises) from bed and balcony. Toucan room has a large seating area. Restaurant is very good. The only suggestion would be to put in some softer floor or table lighting; the lights were too bright.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Umaya Resort & Adventures
Our room was right on the ocean with a beautiful view. The staff were very friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Placencia Resort
The resort is building a new event center (metal construction), new pool bathrooms as well as remodeling rooms. All the constructions make it very unpleasant to stay around the pool and also the beach. The rooms that are not remodeled are very dated and overpriced! Due to the algae in the water it ...
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Brisa Oceano Resort
Great stay. We loved it. Property exactly as described. Would not hesitate to recommend!
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Surfside
Cocoplum
While visiting Cocoplum, you might make a stop by sights like Maya Beach and Inky's Mini Golf.
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.
Placencia Village
If you're spending some time in Placencia Village, Placencia Beach and Jaguar Bowling Lanes are top sights worth seeing.
Plantation
When in Plantation, you can plan a visit to Maya Beach and Inky's Mini Golf, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Caribbean Way
Plan a visit to nearby attractions like Maya Beach while you're exploring Caribbean Way and the larger area.
