Maya Beach
Placencia
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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.
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 National Park
Explore the great outdoors at Silk Caye National Park, a lovely green space in Placencia. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside 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.
Things to do
Cave Tubing and Jungle Zip Lining Through Belize
Monkey River Wildlife Encounters and Manatee Watch
Snorkeling at Silk and Moho Caye
Snorkel the Perfect Tropical Isle Silk Caye with Turtles, Rays and Sharks
Placencia: Snorkel & Island Experience at Laughing Bird Caye
Xunantunich Mayan Ruin and Cave Tubing from Placencia
Top hotels in Maya Beach
Maya Beach Hotel
Courteous welcoming staff. Very nice room. Spacious, convenient and looking out at sea as sunrise woke me up.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Umaya Resort & Adventures
Umaya Resort is the perfect blend of comfort, location, and laid-back beach vibes. With a bakery, fruit stand and several award-winning beachfront restaurants a short walk away, no car is needed. The property itself is fantastic. We loved spotting starfish and stingrays off the dock. We enjoyed the ...
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Kalimera Beach Hotel
Fantastic location. Probably the best in Placencia. Staff was very friendly and went above and beyond to accommodate us. Amazing beach, quiet location and best breakfast we had in Belize. Highly recommended!
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Azure Del Mar
Staff were so nice and helpful and the reef was great for snorkelling.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Fabulous OCEANFRONT Villa in Maya Beach w/ Overwater Dock + Kayaks, SUPs & More!
The house as beautiful and so charming. Our family loved it and we appreciated how well stocked it was!! Everything from SUPs to games to speakers and great cooking gear.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Luxury Waterfront Villa + FULL RESORT ACCESS! No sargassum!
Amazing place! Casi made the check in process super easy and quick. The house was well set up with all kinds of amenities. From a fully stocked kitchen for appliances to the outside patio with lots of seating and firewood for the fire pit. Would definitely stay again in this lovely little place if ...
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Maya Beach
Cocoplum
While visiting Cocoplum, you might make a stop by sights like Maya Beach and Inky's Mini Golf.
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.
Caribbean Way
Plan a visit to nearby attractions like Maya Beach while you're exploring Caribbean Way and the larger area.
Placencia Village
If you're spending some time in Placencia Village, Placencia Beach and Jaguar Bowling Lanes are top sights worth seeing.
