Belize

Maya Placencia

Maya Placencia Beach is renowned for its serene ambiance, rendering it an ideal destination for individuals seeking respite from the daily grind.

The placid waters additionally make this beach an excellent spot for aquatic pursuits, with scuba diving, kayaking, and fishing being the most sought-after activities.

Discover accommodation options near Maya Placencia Beach and unwind in its serene ambiance after a day of kayaking adventures.

Among these, kayaking is particularly enjoyable as it permits exploration of the entire peninsula.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight that visitors love the food and staff at this beach, with some referring to them as outstanding and incredible. However, some visitors complain about minor issues such as small portions and cleanliness, such as a dirty pool and sand in the rooms.

Where to Stay near Maya Placencia?

Visitors to Maya Placencia often stay in the nearby town of Placencia, which offers a range of accommodations from luxurious resorts to quaint guesthouses. Many accommodations are within walking distance to the beach, allowing easy access to its tranquil waters and activities like kayaking and scuba diving.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

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Where is Maya Placencia?

Latitude: 16.5138 / Longitude: -88.3668

Maya Placencia is located in Belize. The following map of Maya Placencia shows the exact location.


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Maya Placencia: Weather Today

📅 Wednesday, July 9, 2025
It's an okay beach day at Maya Placencia, but keep an eye on the sky. There's a high chance of rain showers. The air temperature will reach a high of 30.9 °C. The sea is very warm, with a temperature of 29.9 °C, and the waves are moderate. The wind will be light but could gust at times. The sun will be filtered through considerable cloud cover, but the UV index will still reach a high of 8.3, so be sure to apply sunscreen.
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Air

Low / High24.8°C/30.9°C
Feels Like (High)36.7°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature29.9 °C
Wave Height0.7 m
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Rain

Rain Chance88%
Rainfall0.9 mm
Rain Duration7 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset05:27/18:30
Sunshine Hours12.0 hrs
UV Index8.3
Cloud Cover78%
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Wind

Speed14.3 km/h
Gusts31.3 km/h
DirectionNE