Chabil Mar - Placencia Village, Belize

It’s a 5-minute walk or bike ride to Placencia Village, and the resort provides guests with complimentary bikes. Chabil Mar also provides complimentary kayaks, paddleboards, and have golf carts available for rent. Placencia Village is at the southern tip of the 18-mile (29- km) long Placencia Peninsula and has a boardwalk that makes a nice spot for a stroll along the Caribbean coast. Near the boardwalk, you can find plenty of restaurants and cafes, as well as beach volleyball courts. On the west side of the island, you can go kayaking in the Placencia Lagoon, which is a good place to see wildlife – look out for waterfowl as well as crocodiles. Take a road trip to the north end of the peninsula to visit the Garífuna village of Seine Bight, and experience more of Belize’s native culture.

Take a stroll down the resort’s private pier for a closer look at the incredible coastline. The resort has its own 400 feet (121 m) of private beach with cushioned lounge furniture. There is Wi-Fi available throughout the resort.

Each villa offers 950 square feet (88 sq m) of living space that come with fully equipped kitchens. There’s also a dining area and a supremely comfortable living room with a sofa bed. While you’re relaxing on the couch you can pop a movie into the DVD player. You can check out books and DVDs from the lodge’s cozy library.

Accommodations feel cool and fresh thanks to the air conditioning, ceiling fans, and views of the Caribbean. Villas includes personal verandas with tables and chairs, so you can spend as much time as possible admiring your surroundings.

When you’re ready for a dip you can choose from two beachfront infinity pools. The hotel restaurant has a seafront dining area with white tablecloths. You can eat in the lodge’s outdoor dining area, on your private veranda, or have your meal delivered to you poolside. If you go on a fishing tour, the kitchen staff will be happy to grill your catch for you.

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