Maya Beach Travel Guide
Placencia
Visit Maya Beach
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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
Snorkeling at Silk and Moho Caye
Placencia: Cockscomb Basin Hiking & Rivertubing
Top hotels in Maya Beach
Maya Beach Hotel
"Great place to relax on the beach."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Umaya Resort & Adventures
"Beautiful and well kept grounds/beach /facilities. Very nice and helpful staff. Clean and comfortable rooms. One suggestion: all 4 pillows were very high, perhaps have a couple of lower ones????. Overall a wonderful stay."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Kalimera Beach Hotel
"This property is beautiful and the staff was excellent with communication and assistance. The morning breakfast was delicious. We weren’t able to enjoy the beach due to the sargassum but it was fine we were able to enjoy the pool. The rooms are beautiful and clean. Definitely a great stay for ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Azure Del Mar
"We loved our stay at Azure del Mar. It is a small hotel and the staff are really wonderful. The restaurant view can't be beat and the food was delicious. Our room was great and the vibe at the resort is relaxed and peaceful. We were very comfortable and glad we stayed, even though the seaweed was ..."
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Coral Cove Inn
"Beautiful room! Breakfast included is a plus especially traveling with younger kids! Friendly and welcoming staff! It is a place you’d want to stay and come back again."
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Hopkins Bay Belize, a Muy'Ono Resort
Where to stay in Maya Beach
Placencia Village
If you're spending some time in Placencia Village, Placencia Beach and Jaguar Bowling Lanes are top sights worth seeing.
Cocoplum
While visiting Cocoplum, you might make a stop by sights like Maya Beach and Inky's Mini Golf.
Caribbean Way
Plan a visit to nearby attractions like Maya Beach while you're exploring Caribbean Way and the larger area.
Plantation
When in Plantation, you can plan a visit to Maya Beach and Inky's Mini Golf, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
