Surfside
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
Sunset River Cruise in Hopkins Belize with Drinks and Appetizers
Snorkeling at Silk and Moho Caye
Placencia: Snorkel & Island Experience at Laughing Bird Caye
Cave Tubing and Jungle Zip Lining Through Belize
Top hotels in Surfside
Sirenian Bay Resort - Villas & All Inclusive Bungalows
"We just got Home from an 8 day stay at Sirenian Bay. The staff is amazing. From the moment you get picked up from the airport you are treated special. EVERY member of the staff will help you or find the person that can. We had an amazing trip. The restaurant, Inky’s, fantastic! I would compare it ..."
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Villas at Playa de Coco
"Stayed here via Hotels.com expecting a private villa, but on arrival it turned out to be a shared villa setup, which was not how it was advertised. That alone was a dealbreaker for us as it changed the whole experience (privacy and comfort). On top of that, other guests were doing loud karaoke late ..."
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Ceiba Beach Resort
"The resort was absolutely fantastic! Small and intimate, very clean and well maintained. The food was fantastic and we never felt crowded. Our bungalow #1 was right on the beach- walk out your front door and you are on the sand. The front desk helped us book a massage right on the beach in front ..."
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Maya Beach Hotel
"Maya is a great place to stay and their restaurant is the best! Try the peanut brittle pie (homemade from scratch) when you go there as I've never had a better dessert. The pie is a legend in Belize as well as all their other fabulous food and bakery goods. A true Belize getaway, simple and fun. ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Umaya Resort & Adventures
"You can choose an ocean view for more waves and boats passing and amazing custom pizza choices, and pools with a pool-side bar, or you can choose a laguna view for more calm and greater peace and more variety at the restaurant on that side. Well shaded, well lighted, still much privacy and grassy ..."
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Itz'ana Resort & Residences
"Loved our stay. Best pool In Placencia which helped as our stay was when sargassum was in the water. Great continental breakfast and restaurant was great for lunch and dinner too. Service was great too. Loved Placencia."
Reviewed on 18 Apr 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.
