Nestled on the southern tip of the Placencia Peninsula, Placencia is a charming village in the Stann Creek District on the Caribbean coast of Belize. Amidst the mainland and peninsula, you can find Placencia Lagoon which is home to incredible marine life, such as manatees, rays, saltwater crocodiles, and dolphins and features mangrove forests, seagrass beds, and wetlands. Birding by kayaking or canoeing and fishing are some of the most famous activities here. Placencia Village is popular for hosting the Placencia Peninsula Arts Festival, Placencia Lobster Festival, and Easter Week. A day trip from Placencia helps you explore Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary and Mayan ruins of Lubantuum and Nim Li Punit. So, if you can’t wait to visit Placencia, choose some of the most comfortable Vrbo vacation rentals to ensure your cozy stay. Scroll down to find some of the best Vrbo vacation rentals in Placencia, Belize for a relaxing stay.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on February 04, 2024.
1. A tropical getaway with a pool (from USD 90)
Stay just a few steps away from the shore by choosing this charming home when vacationing in Placencia. It features one bedroom, one bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen, a living area, a dining area, and a deck. Cook your favorite delicacies and eat warm and fresh meals by using the well-equipped kitchen here. Access all modern facilities, such as television, partial air conditioning, internet access, a laundry area, a dryer, and a washer to enjoy a comfortable stay. Access the shared pool to unwind. Plan an excursion to Placencia village, as it’s at a short walking distance from here.
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Comfortable king-size bed and the kids were find on the pull-out Bathroomalthough the pots and pans could be replaced The teflon coating is all scratched off of theminstead of 5* for satisfaction)And the pool is literally right outside the bedroom window <The AC worked well but did drip a little bit in the master bedroom Towels and other amenities that came with the houseHost:
Also they were very responsive to any of our questionswas great and having a pool helped when you wanted to take a quick dip to cool offOur reservation was made 6 months prior Grantedand they were very nice and gave us a tour of the upper unitClose to the beach very nice interiorRead more reviewsLocation:
The house is in a great location between the beach and the sidewalk near shops restaurants and the pierWe really liked the location of the home Close to restaurants and the downtownClean cool place near the beach and the sidewalk Great location close to shops restaurants and the pierThis place is within walking distance to pretty much everything in Placencia Village Very clean and offers every amenity that you need for a great stayThe location is great and is an easy walking distance to all of the fun spots that Placencia is known for
2. Waterfront hardwood home with a private dock (from USD 200)
Don’t miss the unique experience of staying in a hardwood home on the waterfront, when holidaying in Placencia. The rental features a unique blend of Belizean style and modern amenities to ensure a leisurely stay. It offers three bedrooms, three bathrooms, a well-furnished kitchen, outdoor and indoor dining spaces with a living room area downstairs and upstairs, and a deck for your convenient stay. Settle back on the deck and watch sweeping sunset views. Indulge in fun water activities, such as diving, fishing, snorkeling, and other beach activities, during your stay here.
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The house is as wonderful as it looks in the photosAll the bedrooms have their own bathyet is super private due to the 80 foot channelThere are three spacious bedrooms fantastic living areas and a great kitchenThe house is comfortable and niceCleanliness:
The property was exactly as describeddrinking 20+ coconuts (partly to be prepared for the hurricane)The house is clean but it is wood and surrounded by water so areas do smell dampand we look forward to returningThe neighbors and the local people were very friendlyHost:
They were very helpful both before and during our visit providing us with recommendations on hikes sights food and drink etche was also very friendly and helpfulthe owner is a fantastic communicator and she was very helpful and friendly in giving us advice of things to do and helping if we had questions JordanStefano was great and got us all settled inWe quickly considered them good friendsRead more reviewsLocation:
There are several grocery stores to choose fromGreat house in a quiet villageyou are a 10 minute walk to shops in PlacenciaBugs were a non-issue A few tiny "no see-ums" around dawn and duskseemed daunting at first but was easy and enjoyable once we figured it out
3. Lovely abode on the beach (from USD 200)
Located just 320 feet (97.53 meters) from the famous sidewalk, this wonderful home is a great accommodation on the beach in Placencia for a comfortable stay. It features one bedroom, one bathroom, a well-equipped kitchen, and a living area for your leisure stay. Prepare warm and delicious meals in its well-stocked kitchen and enjoy eating your meals on the covered porch. Swing in the hammock here. It also provides modern amenities, such as flat-screen television, DVD player, internet access, children-friendly features, good air conditioning, and a small collection of books. Go for a beach excursion and have fun kayaking and canoeing.
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plenty of room in the fridge for that tooVery little to do except readWhat a wonderful place with a private beachif you're on the water and cooling in the evening)It felt like it was right on the edge of the bustling part of town while also feeling remote and secludedCleanliness:
Casa Palma is clean and well maintainedthe ocean breezes at our doorstep Rosa and Perfecto were great hostsHost:
Perfecto was super helpful and picked us up and dropped us off at the airport and allowed us an early checkinCare takers are super nice and helpfulThey were kind and helpful with everythingIt has awesome waves and great snorkeling with very colorful fish and sea turtlesvery nice and friendly Laundry service is also available More units will be finished in the near future We will definitely going back with more friends and relativesRead more reviewsLocation:
Restaurants are within a short walking distanceWe did not get to Placecia but plan to at a later datetwo minute bike ride to the grocery store several fine restaurants within a few minutes walk down the "street"Casa de Palma is a great place to stay in PlacentiaIt's a short walk to all the shops and restaurants in Placencia
4. Spacious oceanfront home (from USD 214)
Choose to stay in this amazing beachfront home for a refreshing and relaxing experience when holidaying in Placencia. It is fully furnished and offers you three bedrooms, two-and-a-half bathrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen, dining room, large covered patio, a wraparound balcony, and a private dock. Feel the relaxing ocean breeze and gaze at the serene views of the ocean as you settle back here. Stay connected with your loved ones and friends back by using internet access. Make sure you visit Placencia Village, as a three-minute boat ride from the home will take you to the center of the village.
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The home was lovely just keep in mind the bathroom that is not in the master is a shower/toilet comboso you pull a curtain in front of door andbut close enough to town for anything you needthe entire room is wetThe house is just lovely and spacious While it is an open floor plan it is large enough that everyone was able to find a space of their ownHost:
Edwin was so accommodating in taking us back and forth from the island and madeWe appreciated all the advice and information that Edwin providesWe enjoyed absolutely everything EdwinTom the owner was also great - prompt communication & quick to refund deposits following the tripThe caretaker Edwin took great care of us and gave excellent advice for excursions and dinner Swimming off of the house dock with our kids and the sunset views each night were unforgettable expe...Read more reviewsLocation:
There are lots of little shopsThe Hummingbird House is beautiful and perfectly positioned to catch the island breezeThe Hummingbird House is ideally located on Placencia CayeStep away from the main street and enjoy exploring the townEveryone loved the paddle boarding
5. A beautiful haven amidst water (from USD 241)
You simply can’t afford to miss the pleasant experience of a cozy stay amidst the pleasant ocean waters by booking this brand-new townhome. This three-story abode is an outstanding accommodation which features two bedrooms, a fully furnished kitchen, living room, two-and-a-half bathrooms, an outdoor dining area, a rooftop palapa with a beautiful sitting arrangement, and modern amenities, such as television, air conditioning, internet access, dryer, washer, and telephone, for your convenient stay. Capture breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea as you relax here and unwind in the pleasant waters of the pool here.
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Rooftop terrace with 360 viewsThe beds are firm and the pillows comfortableAnd if you don't want to choose you can head to the rooftop for a 360 view of everythingNew townhome with a fully stocked kitchen and plenty of room for our family Balcony overlooking the channel with water viewsIt had everything that we needed and moreCleanliness:
Great place to stay Clean and well maintainedHost:
Edwin helped us arrange those outings with a wonderful local guideEdwin was great host thereThey are so friendly and absolutely book your tours through himHe has some great connections and we had the best success with his contactsthe property caretaker was very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
Short walk to restaurants and grocery: you're in town without being right in town Just a short walk (5 min easy) brings you to the shops restaurants and stores of PlacenciaTownhouse was perfect Close to village yet private and quietbut this location is totally safe and walkable into townBut when you're at the townhouse it's peaceful and serene - SHOWERS:
6. A charming condominium with mountain views (from USD 200)
This charming condo is situated at the tip of a 23 mile (37.01 kilometers) sprawling Placencia Peninsula at the confluence of Placencia Lagoon and the Caribbean Sea. Book this wonderful accommodation for a leisure stay. It features two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a well-equipped kitchen, an open plan design with every room leading to a lovely private porch through French doors, and a cozy living room. Local artwork, hardwood furniture, and handcrafted Belize bamboo furnishings adorn its interiors. Enjoy taking a dip in the pool and watching sweeping views of the sunset and sunrise from the thatched rooftop area. A five-minute stroll will take you to Placencia village from here.
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The view from the upper deck is as advertisedno car was necessary; we got plenty of exerciseMy wife became very fond of the daughterThe beds were so comfortable and the unit is stocked with everything you would need Use of bikes and kayaks are a bonusThe condo was just as the pictures showed and so much moreCleanliness:
everything was exactly as describedThe washer and dryer came in very handy especially to dry beach towelsIt was clean and had plenty of beach towels(don't miss Tutti Fruiti gelato shop among others)The kitchen was well equipped and stocked and everything was extremely cleanHost:
He was fantastic very knowledgeable of plants treesThey done an awesome job of being our tour guidesEvery person we met along the way was genuineand I Alfred also took us a wonderful tour of the Monkey river where we viewed the wildlife and hiked through the jungle where we saw the Howler monkeysfriendly helpful and invitingRead more reviewsLocation:
but still an easy walkLocated at the end of the street and surrounded by waterSunset Pointe is the best location in PlacenciaIt's close enough to walk into town while being tucked away at the end of the peninsulaThe condo is well located for easy access to Placencia only about a 10-15 minute easy walk to town center
7. Elegant townhouse with a rooftop palapa (from USD 214)
Fizzle out all your stress when vacationing in Placencia by opting to stay in this amazing townhouse. This outstanding three-story abode is accessible only by boat and is surrounded by pleasant waters on all the sides. It features a rooftop palapa, two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a living room, two verandas, a well-equipped kitchen, and modern amenities, such as air conditioning, television, washer, dryer, internet access, children-friendly features, and safety features, for you safe and cozy stay. Access the pool here to have a dip in it to rejuvenate yourself. A five-minute walk from here will take you to the village center for a fine dining and shopping experience.
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modern roomy and comfortableThe property is one of the best we have stayed in over the yearsMy only suggestion would be taller furniture on the top to see the water over the wallThe condo is fully equipped and tastefully decoratedThe town of placencia was a wonderful little villageCleanliness:
The property was very clean and well maintainedThe food in placencia is excellent and very reasonableThe pool and grounds are very well kept and maintainedHost:
He helped us plan trips to the ruins Monkey River excursion catamaran snorkeling tripLoved how our experience felt so local and warmbut he is so gracious andthe caretaker is the happiest and most helpful personlovely rooftop deck was amazingRead more reviewsLocation:
The location of the house was greatit seemed It is a little way out from the townOur travel to the property got changed last minute due to weatherBut in saying that there are beaches within walking distance which were really nicebut we liked the peace and quiet but you would need a golf cart if you are not up for biking
8. Coastal paradise with spectacular Caribbean views (from USD 212)
Relax in one of the pristine areas of Belize by booking this three-story townhome when exploring Placencia. It features two bedrooms, living room, two-and-a-half bathrooms, a laundry room, a full kitchen, balconies, a rooftop palapa, outdoor dining table, and a private dock for your leisure stay. Begin your morning with a cup of coffee by gazing at pleasant sunrise views from the private covered rooftop. Go for a fishing trip and, also, enjoy the fun of scuba diving, cave tubing, snorkeling, sailing, paddle boarding, and kayaking when staying here. You may also rejuvenate yourself by having spa treatments on the private rooftop patio here.
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Was worried about leaving our rental car on the other side of the canalWe traveled with another couple the master bedroom was great and the guest bedroom had it's own bathroom making it very comfortableThe house is very comfortable wonderfully decorated and had all of the amenities that one could needLoved the place Very comfortable and well appointedit was very comfortable and everything was as statedCleanliness:
The best part of our trip was the Placencia peopleHaving the washer and dryer was very nice withThe Town house was the beginning of the good things as it's best part is thbeautiful and very comfortableHost:
Edwin is the kindest man patiently ferrying us throughout the daysWould agree with all previous comments about unit and caretakergreeted us with a smile and a wave every time he saw youso nice and helpful Will definitely returnEdwin is always around for any of our needsRead more reviewsLocation:
but it was perfectly safehas you get into to village Great place with live music and awesome pizza-you really get a nice cooling breeze up thereThe community gas barbecue did not workWe spent a month in Belize at Pepper's great townhouse Accommodations met our needs perfectly
9. Rustic beach retreat
If you are looking for an authentic rustic beach stay, go for this free-form concrete dome abode for a relaxing experience during your excursion to Placencia. It is clean and comfy accommodation for a family or group of six individuals, and staying in it is a fun experience. It features two bedrooms, one bathroom, a living area, a complete kitchen with all necessary kitchen equipment, a thatched private porch, and a private tropical garden. Settle back and read a book at your ease. Experience an altogether unique experience here. A 20-minute stroll will take you to the Placencia Village sidewalk which runs through the village’s center.
Accommodates: 6
Minimum Nights: 3
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.
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We ate so much coconut and drank so much coconut waterI even noticed people walking down from the fancy reports to the south commenting on how perfect the Dome House beach was and taking picturesThe home is very unique like the FlintstonesHad a full kitchen where you could cook your own food that you bought or caughtIt is also pricy for the conditions of the accommodationCleanliness:
The location really can't be beatAnna kept us full of towels and clean sheets - she and Pablo were great to have next doorso we were able to get everything we neededHost:
Everyone we met were very helpful and welcomingShe and Pablo were so helpful and welcomingThe owner Betsy was very helpful and gave many recommendations prior to our arrival Upon arrival Stefano greeted us and got us set up at the househe met us and gave us all the information needed for the area and was very accommodatingand Stefano gave us the scoop on all the best places to eat and have funRead more reviewsLocation:
Had a really good time at the Pearl Beach Dome HouseI found it too far away from the villagebut it's also the perfect distance to bike into town every dayIt's not the best swimming beachThe grocery stores weren't far away
Enjoy a unique Caribbean experience
Placencia is a fascinating destination to enjoy a refreshing vacation. And, all of the above Vrbo vacation rentals in Placencia, Belize ensure your comfort during your excursion to this village. So, be quick, book your Vrbo vacation rental in Placencia, Belize, and get started on a wonderful beach vacation.
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