Placencia Village Travel Guide
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Visit Placencia Village
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.

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.

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.

Lagoon Caye
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lagoon Caye during your travels in Placencia. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do

Placencia: Snorkel & Island Experience at Laughing Bird Caye

Cave Tubing and Jungle Zip Lining Through Belize

Monkey River Wildlife Encounters and Manatee Watch

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

Snorkeling at Silk and Moho Caye

Snorkel and Island Experience at Laughing Bird Caye National Park
Top hotels in Placencia Village

Julia´s Cabanas
Everything was awesome, as it always is when I stay here. The only recommendation I have, is to clean the AC units, filters and all. I didn't need to use the ne in the room I stayed in this time (cabin 4), though I could see that it hadn't been cleaned in some time. Possible leading to mold and dust ...
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Brisa Oceano Resort
Nice little apartment with kitchen and lovely bathroom. Unfortunately we had bad weather when visited but the location is great everything is walking distance away. i didnt like that their wife was terrible. other than that is a great place to stay
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Mariposa Belize Beach Resort
We stayed in a deluxe garden room. It was like a cabin on stilts. The grounds were sooo clean too. Beautiful decor and very roomy! Nice bathroom and shower and loved the shampoo and conditioner which never happens for me on vacation. The beds were AMAZING. So comfortable and the blankets light but ...
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

The Ellysian Boutique Hotel
Very friendly staff. Always willing to help and guide. Clean room and very prompt with any requests .
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

Belizean Nirvana
Perfect location on the beach and just off the Placencia sidewalk. Very clean, comfortable bed, spacious area inside and on the patio. The staff is great and were always very accommodating. We will definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Placencia Villas
Shelly and the rest of the staff are awesome! Always making sure my stay is going as best as it can, and making sure that if there is something I need, it gets done. Love this place, - Cirkl
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Placencia Village

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.

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.

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.
