Maya Beach Hotel

Top choice in Placencia


The Maya Beach has 10 delightful, individually furnished and decorated rooms facing the beach. The smallest is cozy but most are spacious and thoughtfully designed, all with air-conditioning, custom-made furniture, kitchenettes and balconies or verandas. There's a cool little pool and swimming off the private jetty, and guests have free use of kayaks and stand-up paddleboards.

Owners John and Ellen also manage a number of beautiful beachfront houses ranging from one to three bedrooms.


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