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Perched along the sparkling shores of the Placencia Peninsula in southern Belize, Turtle Inn by Francis Ford Coppola is a serene beachfront hideaway that blends laid-back Caribbean charm with handcrafted Balinese style. This intimate resort features just a couple dozen individual thatched-roof cottages and villas, each uniquely decorated with artisan-crafted furnishings and opening onto private decks where white-sand beaches meet the turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea. Surrounded by swaying palms and gentle sea breezes, guests can relax in the two infinity pools or stroll to the nearby village of Placencia for local culture and exploration—making Turtle Inn an ideal choice for couples, families, and travelers seeking both tranquility and adventure in Belize’s vibrant coastal landscape.
Turtle Inn
Placencia Village
Stann Creek District, Belize
Nearest Airport: BZE
A beautiful resort with flora and plants and vegetation. The grounds and staff are exceptional. It's a gorgeous resort on a very small peninsula. It's perfect for relaxing by the pool, taking in spa treatments or even adventures into the jungle. It's not a location for laying on a sandy beach and playing in the ocean. Sargassum has taken away this type of activity in Placencia. The resort has done a very nice job of protecting against sargassum, but it's impossible to remove it altogether.
Keith H
We always knew we'd come back to Turtle Inn (almost extended our trip on the final day last time)! It's a magical place that feels like a movie set, everything so well thought out and beautifully designed. This time we stayed in the Sofia beach house and Starfish cottage with our entire family. Gorgeous all around. We wanted for nothing. The butler assigned to the beach house, Ronnie, was a true gem. He made our experience invaluable and had excellent ideas for our stay we didn't even think of! He took such good care of us, truly made everything stress free. We can't wait to go back.
Claire B
This was the absolute perfect family vacation! We had 3 generations ranging in ages 2-70 with lots of incredible group experiences. The staff are all so incredibly warm, welcoming and the accommodations are superb. Each experience---cave tubing, snorkeling, fishing, zipline, cooking class, horseback riding was truly memorable and the staff so competent. Food was truly delicious! We would highly, highly recommend you to experience this once-in-a-lifetime adventure!
431annw
I have never had a better stay at a hotel. The staff are the best in the business. I wanted to give a special shout out to Jonathan, Jimmy, and Johnny “Cash”. They made us feel like family and made sure our drinks and plates were never empty. I cannot recommend Turtle Inn enough.
Sunshine19303708989
We had a wonderful time at Turtle Inn! We were upgraded to a beach front villa which was so nice. The staff was truly amazing. Each of them took time to get to know us and help me navigate a tricky food allergy that required special food preparation. Everything was truly delicious! Gracious hospitality and beautiful location. Perfect place to relax and enjoy the Caribbean vibe in Belize!
Kitty P - Nantucket, Massachusetts
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