Surfside Travel Guide

Placencia

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Popular places to visit

Placencia Beach showing general coastal views and a sandy beach

Placencia Beach

4/5(2 reviews)

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 which includes general coastal views and tropical scenes

Maya Beach

4/5(1 review)

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

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

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.

Silk Caye Beach

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.

Lagoon Caye

Things to do

Cave Tubing at Jaguar Paw

Cave Tubing and Jungle Zip Lining Through Belize

฿5,404
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cave Tubing and Jungle Zip Lining Through Belize
Combine 2 of Belizes most popular activities into 1 great package from Placencia

Combine 2 of Belizes most popular activities into 1 great package from Placencia

฿6,551
per adult
Combine 2 of Belizes most popular activities into 1 great package from Placencia
Arrive the Silk Caye on one of our Princesses...

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

฿5,896
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

฿4,913
per adult
Snorkel and Island Experience at Laughing Bird Caye National Park
Half Day Snorkel to Laughing Bird Caye

Half Day Snorkel to Laughing Bird Caye

฿4,053
per adult
Half Day Snorkel to Laughing Bird Caye
Monkey River Wildlife Encounters and Mananantee Watch

Monkey River Wildlife Encounters and Manatee Watch

฿4,258
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monkey River Wildlife Encounters and Manatee Watch
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Top hotels in Surfside

Sirenian Bay Resort - Villas & All Inclusive Bungalows

Sirenian Bay Resort - Villas & All Inclusive Bungalows

4 out of 5
Manatee Bay Estates, Placencia Rd, Seine Bight, Placencia, Stann Creek District
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Placencia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Placencia Beach and Inky's Mini Golf are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (38 reviews)
"Staff was wonderful and made the trip amazing!"

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

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Sirenian Bay Resort - Villas & All Inclusive Bungalows
Ceiba Beach Resort

Ceiba Beach Resort

4.5 out of 5
1 Ceiba Street, Placencia, Stann Creek District
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Placencia. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Placencia Beach and Inky's Mini ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (39 reviews)
"We immensely enjoyed our stay at this resort. The highlights included all of the staff, including Dixie, Val, John, and the wonderful front desk (I’m sorry, I forgot her name). Even the intern at the bar was friendly and helpful. It is because of these people that we love Belize and your resort. ..."

Reviewed on 5 Apr 2025

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Ceiba Beach Resort
Villas at Playa de Coco

Villas at Playa de Coco

4.5 out of 5
Mile 17 Placencia Rd, Placencia, Stann Creek District
The price is ฿7,270 per night from 15 Aug to 16 Aug
฿7,270
฿8,717 total
15 Aug - 16 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Placencia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Placencia Beach and Inky's Mini Golf ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)
"It was a great experience. Sandra, at the front desk was so kind and accommodating. I would definitely visit again."

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025

Villas at Playa de Coco
Almond Beach Resort at Jaguar Reef

Almond Beach Resort at Jaguar Reef

3.5 out of 5
101 B Sittee River Road, False Sittee Point, Hopkins, Stann Creek District
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Hopkins. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (328 reviews)
"Great place. Booked a plunge pool and it was not working"

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

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Almond Beach Resort at Jaguar Reef
Itz'ana Resort & Residences

Itz'ana Resort & Residences

4 out of 5
Mile 20, Main Road, Placencia, Stann Creek District
The price is ฿5,590 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿5,590
฿6,652 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Placencia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Placencia Beach and Inky's Mini Golf are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (95 reviews)
"Great staff!"

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025

Itz'ana Resort & Residences
Umaya Resort & Adventures

Umaya Resort & Adventures

4 out of 5
Maya Beach, Stann Creek, Placencia
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Placencia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (937 reviews)
"Umaya is a great place to stay if you want to just relax. The food options are limited but they do have a good dinner. The down side is that it is far from the main village of placencia and they only offer two times of free transport otherwise you have to pay. Rooms were clean and spacious…we love ..."

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Surfside

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Cocoplum

5/5(1 area review)

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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Placencia Village

If you're spending some time in Placencia Village, Placencia Beach and Jaguar Bowling Lanes are top sights worth seeing.

Placencia Village
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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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