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Turtle Inn by Francis Ford Coppola

4.0 star property

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Exterior
Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Property grounds
An open room with a view of a tree-lined path leading to a beach.
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Placencia Village, Placencia, Stan Creek
  • Place, Silk Caye Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Placencia Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Jaguar Bowling Lanes
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Placencia (PLJ)
    ‪19 min walk‬

Room options

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A beach house with a thatched roof, palm trees, and a hammock.

Cottage (Seafront)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Partial Seaview Cottage

An open room with a view of a tree-lined path leading to a beach.

Partial Seaview Cottage

  • Partial sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Cottage, Poolside (Seaview)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Cottage, Poolside (Seaview)

  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Cottage (Gardenview)

A traditional thatched-roof structure with a wooden staircase leading to a door, surrounded by greenery.

Cottage (Gardenview)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Villa (Gardenview)

A thatched-roof building with a staircase leading to a wooden door, surrounded by lush greenery.

Villa (Gardenview)

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Villa (Seafront)

A beachside hotel with thatched-roof buildings, palm trees, and a clear view of the ocean.

Villa (Seafront)

  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Cottage, Poolside (Gardenview)

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by lush greenery and a thatched-roof structure.

Cottage, Poolside (Gardenview)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Placencia

With a stay at Turtle Inn by Francis Ford Coppola in Placencia (Placencia Village), you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Placencia Beach and Silk Caye Beach. .This beach hotel is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Jaguar Bowling Lanes and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Placencia Pier.

What's nearby

  • Silk Caye Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Placencia Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Jaguar Bowling Lanes - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Placencia Pier - 8 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Maya Beach - 15 min drive - 6.8 miles

Getting around

  • Placencia (PLJ) - 1 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Shak - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Barefoot Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tipsy Tuna - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's Creole & Spanish Cuisine - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Omars Creole Grub - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Turtle Inn by Francis Ford Coppola

Turtle Inn by Francis Ford Coppola offers 22 accommodations with espresso makers and safes. Rooms open to furnished patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, and hair dryers. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and ceiling fans. Cribs/infant beds (complimentary) and rollaway/extra beds (complimentary) are also available. Housekeeping is provided daily.
2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, The Sunset Spa. Services include massages. The spa is open daily.
Make yourself at home in one of the 22 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring iPod docking stations and espresso makers. Rooms have private furnished patios. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations with rainfall showerheads and hair dryers.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 2 outdoor pools and bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
Grab a bite at one of the hotel's 3 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the beach bar. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include multilingual staff, a safe deposit box at the front desk, and a water dispenser. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary (available 24 hours).
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Turtle Inn by Francis Ford Coppola has 3 restaurants on site.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Awards and affiliations

Turtle Inn by Francis Ford Coppola is listed in the 2020 Condé Nast Traveler Gold List of the world's best places to stay.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Kayaking
  • Paddleboard
  • Scuba diving

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers

Full-service spa

  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 2 weeks before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 56.25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 35 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 56.25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Turtle By Francis Ford Coppola
Turtle Inn by Francis Ford Coppola Hotel
Turtle Inn by Francis Ford Coppola Placencia
Turtle Inn by Francis Ford Coppola Hotel Placencia

Turtle Inn by Francis Ford Coppola Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room, views, and options were great.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wells

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our second winter trip to the Turtle Inn. We were delayed by a blizzard and arrived 3 days late, but it was such a welcome relief to get there. Can't say enough about how we enjoy this magical place. Staff was top notch, food was excellent, and the massage! Oh the massage. It made us forget about the 39" of snow back home. We will be back again next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One of my top hotels ever. Turtle Inn is just spectacularly beautiful. The staff is incredibly helpful, the restaurants are all terrific, and the spa it totally dreamy. We can’t wait to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sargassum seaweed lines the beaches throughout the Carribean and this beach is no exception. Also, sand flies and mosquitoes were prevalent in this area, requiring nets over the bed to sleep at night. The property was nice, but very expensive.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible service, staff super friendly, they were on top of each thing we called them for... One of the friendliest staff at any resort we have ever stayed. Top Notch, highly recommend! We will be back very soon.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful resort with excellent food options and the staff were so friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aishwarya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful experience at Turtle inn. Ambience, facilities and service was top notch. We had a relaxed stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had an amazing stay at Turtle Inn. The staff, service, location, and food was incredible.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely breathtaking property with exquisite service.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Edwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love love loved this property and all of its staff and special care
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wells

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I enjoyed a wonderful week at Turtle Inn. The staff were great, the food excellent, the drinks as ordered. We look forward to returning next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Riley

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff goes absolutely above and beyond, they are so so kind! most beautiful accommodations, so lush and well kept, couldn’t recommend turtle inn more!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Turtle Inn property is exquisite. The beach is beautiful, the grounds landscaped, the flowers utterly lovely, and the villas so comfortable and charming.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter G

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was the most friendly and interested in conversations then we have met in all our years of traveling throughout the Caribbean & Europe
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything at Turtle Inn is exceptional, from the staff to the lodging to the food. The staff ensured that we always had something fun to do and helped us book day trips. The beach cottages are beautiful; we loved the screened in porch and the high speed ceiling fans and outdoor shower.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Outdoor shower in private courtyars
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s better than images that posted to the Expedia!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JOANNE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Individual cottage with a spacious screen porch perfect for reading, naps, relaxing. Sooooo much better than a room with a patio or balcony.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elishia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed experiencing the gorgeous sunrises on the beach front property. A rainbow of colors could be observed with the sunlight, scattered clouds, and reflective ocean surfaces!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely fantastic attention to detail. Kind and thoughtful customer service.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property, friendly staff. Food was nice and amenities and excursions were nice. Only downside was the sidewalks around the property. They were very uneven and a bit of a hazard to the ankles.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denisse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a beautiful resort. After coming from San Pedro this place was truly paradise. The staff is friendly and everyone is always willing to help. The restaurants are delicious. The concierge will book everything for you so please use them. Take some time to go to the gift shop and have some delicious pizza! The rooms are amazing just be careful with the mosquitos. I will definitely be back here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Our first time to Belize and fortunate to have enjoyed it at the Turtle Inn. Truly can’t say enough about the staff, the facilities, and the overall experience! They go above and beyond to try to make your trip what you want it to be whether it’s expeditions or just sitting by the pools. Martin , the manager, really sets the tone with his staff from top to bottom it’s excellence ! Not to mention the resort’s dog Chip! Staff greets you by name and makes every attempt to create a welcoming atmosphere. Bravo! A plus plus plus
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

Sheryl

AC went out first night for us and others, we stayed and moved, they left. Cabanas back to main road and are noisy. Doors don’t lock very well and fans don’t work. The excursion of river tubing that the front desk recommended was way too shallow to tube. They still charged full price. It’s beautiful place, staff nice and food is good but way overpriced for what you get in my opinion.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024