Surfside Travel Guide
Placencia

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.

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.

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.
Things to do

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

Monkey River Wildlife Encounters and Manatee Watch

Cave Tubing and Jungle Zip Lining Through Belize

Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary and Jaguar Preserve

Snorkeling at Silk and Moho Caye
Top hotels in Surfside

Villas at Playa de Coco
The reality of this property is even better than pictures and description offer. The beachfront is truly lovely and the grounds are very well maintained. It seemed that all of the people working at the resort really enjoyed their jobs, and they were all so eager to help and make our stay excellent. ...
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026

Sirenian Bay Resort - Villas & All Inclusive Bungalows
Hands down the BEST!!! 10 out of 10. The staff was next level, the property was stunning and the food was fabulous! We could not have asked for a better vacation!!! We’ll be back without a doubt!
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026

Ceiba Beach Resort
Very good location good food. Beside 5 restaurants. Room was located next to the beach. Staff very friendly
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Romantic cabana with veranda, hammock, partial AC & WiFi - walk to the beach
The kitchen needs a new frying pan. The existing one is in bad shape, hard to cook in and clean. Listing says there are 2 bikes to share, but when we asked mgmt company they said no. The main floor needs chairs, even beach chairs or something to sit in- maybe a bistro set. The place was cute and ...
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Maya Beach Hotel
House on the beach was great, great location, parking was easy. Nice and private. Only strange thing was second “full” bathroom didn’t have a shower
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026

Umaya Resort & Adventures
Very nice resort amazing beach and fantastic pool
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Surfside

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.

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

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.

