Maya Beach is approximately 6 miles north of the larger village of Placencia. Maya Beach offers a more relaxed and laid-back lifestyle than Placencia. The community is relatively small, and residents and visitors alike appreciate the slower pace and peaceful surroundings.

Despite its small size, Maya Beach has a few restaurants and bars that offer a range of culinary experiences. Visitors can enjoy local Belizean cuisine, fresh seafood, as well as international dishes.

Maya Beach, like much of the Placencia Peninsula, is a place where visitors can escape the hustle and bustle, enjoy the natural beauty of the Caribbean, and experience the warmth of Belizean hospitality. Whether for a vacation or as a potential investment location, Maya Beach offers a tranquil and scenic retreat.

Placencia and Maya Beach are situated in proximity to various attractions, and offer easy access to the Belize Barrier Reef, the largest reef system in the Northern Hemisphere.

Further inland, visitors can explore Maya ruins and the Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary, the first Jaguar Reserve in the World. The combination of these attractions, coupled with numerous beaches and beautiful waters, positions this area as an ideal location for vacationers seeking a diverse range of activities.