Surfside Travel Guide

Placencia

Photo by Jamie Wilson
Photo by Jamie Wilson

Popular places to visit

Placencia Beach showing general coastal views and a sandy beach

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 which includes 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

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 beautiful beaches in this relaxing 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

฿5,258
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

฿4,461
per adult
Placencia: Snorkel & Island Experience at Laughing Bird Caye
Arrive the Silk Caye on one of our Princesses...

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

฿5,736
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Snorkel the Perfect Tropical Isle Silk Caye with Turtles, Rays and Sharks
Rainforest at Cockscomb Basin

Cockscomb Basin Waterfalls and Jungle Hike Tour

฿3,505
per adult
Cockscomb Basin Waterfalls and Jungle Hike Tour
Snorkeling at Silk and Moho Caye

Snorkeling at Silk and Moho Caye

฿4,840
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Snorkeling at Silk and Moho Caye
Cockscomb Jaguar Preserve Hike

Cockscomb Jaguar Preserve Hike

฿4,461
per adult
Cockscomb Jaguar Preserve Hike
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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! (41 reviews)
"We had an amazing time at Sirenian Bay. We stayed in the off season which made it feel like we had the whole resort to our selves at times. Everyone was so kind and helpful. There were people maintaining the grounds at all times which shows they really care about their little slice of heaven. The ..."

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025

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Sirenian Bay Resort - Villas & All Inclusive Bungalows
Villas at Playa de Coco

Villas at Playa de Coco

4.5 out of 5
Mile 17.62 Placencia Rd, Placencia, Stann Creek District
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 ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
"Mr Fred and his team was amazing, from the pick up at the airport to arranging the daily excursions. I had a ball and would likely be back soon to visit. Thanks for an awesome mini vacation, much needed and appreciated!!!!!"

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

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Villas at Playa de Coco
Ceiba Beach Resort

Ceiba Beach Resort

3.5 out of 5
1 Ceiba Street, Placencia, Stann Creek District
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Placencia. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale and a free airport shuttle. Popular attractions Placencia Beach and Inky's ...
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
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! (945 reviews)
"Beautiful lagoon views. Tasty decorating. Bottled water available in room. Could use a detailed cleaning, baseboards etc. staff throughout was wonderful. Pool area needs deep cleaning, a lot of mold and missing tiles in pool area. Would return. Enjoyed our stay."

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2025

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Umaya Resort & Adventures
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! (329 reviews)
"We had a great time. Spent a lot of our time at the pool bar."

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2025

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Almond Beach Resort at Jaguar Reef
Julia´s Cabanas

Julia´s Cabanas

3 out of 5
CENTER OF PLACENCIA VILLAGE, Leslie Lane, Placencia
Stay at this 3-star beach cabin in Placencia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and dry cleaning or laundry services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (226 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

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Julia´s Cabanas
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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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