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.
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

Monkey River Wildlife Encounters and Manatee Watch

Cave Tubing and Jungle Zip Lining Through Belize

Snorkeling at Silk and Moho Caye

Cockscomb Basin Jungle Hike & Waterfalls Tour from Hopkins

Placencia: Snorkel & Island Experience at Laughing Bird Caye

Snorkel the Perfect Tropical Isle Silk Caye with Turtles, Rays and Sharks
Top hotels in Surfside

Villas at Playa de Coco
Great staff, good food, and convenient location
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

Ceiba Beach Resort
The staff was great!
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

Sirenian Bay Resort - Villas & All Inclusive Bungalows
Exceptional staff in a beautiful resort. Three dining options. Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

Placencia Resort
Quiet, kozy and very well located.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

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

Brisa Oceano Resort
Perfect location!
Reviewed on 10 Jan 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.
