Is Placencia worth visiting?
Despite its small size, Placencia Village is charming. Its long, narrow main street lets you stroll past its vibrant boutiques, shops, bars and restaurants. Further down the peninsula, you can experience Garifuna culture in Seine Bight Village and Dangriga Town.
Where should I stay in Placencia Belize?
The Best Hotels in Placencia, Belize
- Naïa Resort and Spa. View. Courtesy of Naïa Resort and Spa / Expedia.
- Turtle Inn by Francis Ford Coppola. View.
- Mariposa Beach Resort. View.
- The Ellysian Boutique Hotel. View.
- Belizean Nirvana. View.
- Brisa Oceano Resort. View.
- Ranguana Caye Cabanas. View.
- Chabil Mar. View.
Which is better Placencia or Ambergris Caye?
Overall, if you are looking for small-town, tranquil beach life, Placencia is going to be your speed. If you are looking for a party and tons to do, meeting people every night of the week, Ambergris is probably going to be the right speed.
Is Placencia safe?
SAFETY: Placencia is a very safe place. You can relax on the beach and walk throughout the village without excess concerns about your personal safety. Local residents are very friendly and helpful. Most everyone speaks English and they like to meet the tourists.
Is Placencia expensive?
Placencia is very expensive for its region. Clocking in at about double the cost of what we spent visiting Isla Holbox right before arriving, Placencia had quite a bit to live up to.
How do you get to Placencia Belize?
Fly. Flying down to Placencia from Belize City (a 30 minute flight) is the method we most recommend. There are frequent flights to Placencia from Belize City throughout the day on Tropic Air and Maya Island Air, Belize’s two local airlines. The round-trip fare is approximately $162 US per person.
Which is better San Pedro or Placencia Belize?
San Pedro/Ambergris Caye is much busier and more developed than Placencia. However, it’s far less developed and more laid back than many tourist destinations. You’ll have a wider choice of accommodations and restaurants on Ambergris. The sand is softer and whiter.
What’s the best time of year to go to Belize?
The best time to visit Belize is from late November to mid-April, during the country’s dry season. Although this peak season draws thousands of tourists, dealing with crowds is an easy sacrifice to make for warm temperatures, clear skies and easy access to the country’s top attractions.
Is Placencia Belize safe to live?
Safety and Security in Placencia, Belize While Placencia is considered a safe city, expats who leave Placencia during the low season (May – November) typically take some precautions when leaving their homes and/or boats for months at a time.
Can you drink the water in Placencia Belize?
Placencia peninsula is fortunate to have some of the cleanest water in Belize and is completely safe to drink. Other parts of Belize that tap water is currently drinkable are Mango Creek, Big Creek, Independence and Seine Bight Villages.