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A poolside area with lounge chairs and palm trees.
A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a beach with a thatched structure and palm trees.
An outdoor dining area with a thatched roof, a table set for two, and black chairs.
A room with a ceiling fan, a dining table with chairs, a bookshelf, and large windows with a view of the ocean.

1. Maya Beach Hotel

Maya Beach Hotel
Maya Beach
United States
Florent
CA $93
CA $112 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Maya Beach Hotel
An outdoor deck with wooden furniture and hanging plants, overlooking a body of water during sunset.
A dining area with a view of a lake and mountains.
A beach with white sand, palm trees, and clear blue water.
A beach bar with a thatched roof, white bar stools, and a menu board.

2. Umaya Resort & Adventures

Umaya Resort & Adventures
Maya Beach
Canada
Tara
CA $198
CA $239 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Umaya Resort & Adventures
A dining area with a long table set for a meal, a large mural of a toucan on the wall, and wicker hanging lights.
A modern two-story building with a covered porch and multiple windows.
A two-story building with balconies, a covered outdoor seating area, and a palm tree.
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a round table, a mirror, and a painting of a bird and leaves on the wall.

3. The Toucan Inn

The Toucan Inn
Independence and Mango Creek
United States
Christopher
CA $108
CA $118 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
The Toucan Inn
A resort with a central swimming pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.
A beach setting with a canopy table and chairs, palm trees, and a thatched roof structure.
A resort with multiple white buildings, a central swimming pool, and a view of the ocean.
A spacious living area with a white sofa, wooden coffee table, and a dining table with chairs. Large windows with wooden shutters provide ample natural light and views of palm trees.

4. Placencia Resort

Placencia Resort
Plantation
United States
Elijah
CA $173
CA $216 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Placencia Resort
Beach
Exterior
Front of property
Room

5. Coral Cove Inn

Coral Cove Inn
Maya Beach
United States
Luz
CA $162
CA $179 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Coral Cove Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a large mirror, and a remote control on the bed.
A neatly made bed with a white duvet and pillows, a rolled white towel, and a wooden headboard.
A bathroom with a tiled wall, a mirror, a sink, a towel, a soap dispenser, and a tissue box.
A plate of pasta with shrimp, garnished with herbs and red pepper flakes, accompanied by toasted bread slices and a small bowl of grated cheese.

6. Southern Corner Motel & Restaurant

Southern Corner Motel & Restaurant
Independence and Mango Creek
United States
Erlett
CA $51
CA $56 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Southern Corner Motel & Restaurant
A thatched-roof bungalow with blue chairs and a wooden deck.
A wooden deck with a pool, blue lounge chairs, and a thatched-roof structure.
A covered outdoor area with palm trees and various plants.
A beach with palm trees, clear blue sky, and calm sea.

7. Azure Del Mar

Azure Del Mar
Maya Beach
United States
John
CA $256
CA $304 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Azure Del Mar
A nighttime outdoor area with a modern building, illuminated plants, and decorative lighting.
A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by palm trees and a clear sky.
A bathroom with two mirrors, a wooden vanity, and a shower curtain with a tropical leaf pattern.
A pool area with lounge chairs and a table, surrounded by plants and string lights.

8. Royal Rat Hostel

Royal Rat Hostel
Placencia
United States
Brittney
CA $88
CA $97 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Royal Rat Hostel
A woman in a black bikini lying on a pool edge with a drink, surrounded by palm trees and a thatched-roof structure.
A wooden deck with a view of the beach and ocean, a wooden railing, and a seating area with chairs.
A beach scene with palm trees, a surfboard, and a wooden display stand.
A resort with multiple buildings, palm trees, and a beach.

9. Kalimera Beach Hotel

Kalimera Beach Hotel
Maya Beach
United States
Lilia
CA $323
CA $352 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Kalimera Beach Hotel
A poolside area with lounge chairs and a view of the beach and ocean.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a TV, and a view of the ocean.
A modern kitchen with a large island, stainless steel appliances, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, and a view of the ocean through floor-to-ceiling windows.

10. Villas at Playa de Coco

Villas at Playa de Coco
Surfside
United States
Carlotta
CA $235
CA $282 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Villas at Playa de Coco
A beach with palm trees, a hammock, and beach chairs.
A balcony with a view of a beach and palm trees.
A bar with a thatched roof and a neon sign reading "Welcome to Love the Rocks."
A pool area with lounge chairs, a small waterfall feature, and a building with a thatched roof.

11. Parrot Cove Lodge

Parrot Cove Lodge
Hopkins
United States
Denise
CA $163
CA $190 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Parrot Cove Lodge
A balcony with a view of the ocean, wooden furniture, and a white sofa.
A couple in a private infinity pool with a view of palm trees and the ocean.
A beachside room with wicker furniture, a thatched ceiling, and a view of the sea.
Two wooden lounge chairs facing the ocean with a small table between them, palm trees framing the view.

12. Itz'ana Resort & Residences

Itz'ana Resort & Residences
Placencia
Canada
Kelsey
CA $329
CA $391 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Itz'ana Resort & Residences
A thatched-roof structure with a visible interior, surrounded by palm trees and greenery.
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a wicker chair.
A tropical-style outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a large carved planter, and a view of lush greenery.
A two-story house with a garden pathway leading to it, surrounded by lush greenery.

13. Bocawina Rainforest Resort & Adventures

Bocawina Rainforest Resort & Adventures
Hopkins
United States
William
CA $164
CA $193 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Bocawina Rainforest Resort & Adventures
A beach scene with a blue kayak under a palm tree, a person crouching near the kayak, and a clear view of the ocean.
A couple walking on a gravel path surrounded by trees and wooden structures.
A poolside area with wooden decking, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.
A wooden structure with a deck and stairs, surrounded by trees and a gravel path.

14. Mariposa Belize Beach Resort

Mariposa Belize Beach Resort
Placencia Village
Canada
Kevin
CA $335
CA $407 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Mariposa Belize Beach Resort
A wooden house surrounded by palm trees and a swimming pool.
A two-story house with a red roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a beach.
A covered outdoor area with a view of a beach and palm trees.
A beach with yellow kayaks, a palm tree, and a thatched-roof structure in the distance.

15. Naïa Resort and Spa

Naïa Resort and Spa
Cocoplum
United States
David
CA $473
CA $579 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Naïa Resort and Spa
A sandy beach with palm trees and a clear blue sky.
A covered outdoor seating area with wooden benches and hanging chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a stone-tiled floor.
A two-story building with a balcony, a flag, and a variety of potted plants.
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16. All Seasons Belize

All Seasons Belize
Hopkins
United States
ester
CA $82
CA $94 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
All Seasons Belize
A beach scene with a pool, lounge chairs, and a thatched umbrella.
A wooden bar area with wicker chairs, a shelf with bottles, and a hanging basket.
A resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and a beach.
A person standing on a balcony overlooking a sunset over the ocean, with palm trees and wooden furniture visible.

17. Hopkins Bay Belize, a Muy'Ono Resort

Hopkins Bay Belize, a Muy'Ono Resort
Hopkins
United States
Misty
CA $258
CA $320 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Hopkins Bay Belize, a Muy'Ono Resort
A resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a beach view.
A beachfront property with two thatched-roof structures, hammocks, and outdoor seating.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a view of the sea through large windows.
A hammock on a wooden deck overlooking a beach with a clear view of the ocean.

18. Almond Beach Resort at Jaguar Reef

Almond Beach Resort at Jaguar Reef
Hopkins
United States
Jimmy
CA $205
CA $244 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Almond Beach Resort at Jaguar Reef
A beach scene with a palm tree, coconuts, and a wooden fence.
A colorful resort with a central building, a covered walkway, and a view of the ocean.
A beach view with a yellow building and a red staircase leading to a wooden deck.
A room with two beds, a window with a view of palm trees, and a door leading to an outdoor balcony.

19. Julia´s Cabanas

Julia´s Cabanas
Placencia Village
United States
Jorge Mario Pérez
CA $94
CA $148 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Julia´s Cabanas
An open doorway leading to a pool area with a view of a beach and palm trees.
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a map on the wall, and a high ceiling with wooden beams.
A small, single-story building with a green roof and a paved entrance.
A balcony with a glass table and chairs, potted plants, and a view of a palm tree and landscape.

20. Maya Heights Village Resort

Maya Heights Village Resort
Hopkins
United States
gwyneth
CA $189
CA $206 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Maya Heights Village Resort
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Maya Beach Hotel

Maya Beach Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Always a great stay"
Jacob 1-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
Maya Beach Hotel
Hopkins Bay Belize, a Muy'Ono Resort

Hopkins Bay Belize, a Muy'Ono Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Wonderful place to stay.. Definitely recommend!!"
Misty 1-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Hopkins Bay Belize, a Muy'Ono Resort
Itz'ana Resort & Residences

Itz'ana Resort & Residences

10/10 Excellent
"Great staff and a beautiful stay!"
Kelsey 4-night trip
Posted 10 days ago
Itz'ana Resort & Residences
Sirenian Bay Resort - Villas & All Inclusive Bungalows

Sirenian Bay Resort - Villas & All Inclusive Bungalows

10/10 Excellent
"This resort was absolutely amazing! Staff were very pleasant and accommodating. The food options could have been more diverse but overall a great experience"
Khadejah 4-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Sirenian Bay Resort - Villas & All Inclusive Bungalows
Julia´s Cabanas

Julia´s Cabanas

10/10 Excellent
"Shelly was absolutely amazing! She made my stay feel exceptionally welcoming. The property was a little rustic but I feel that I was integrated into the true Belizean community by the location.I would definitely return if Shelly's personalized professional presence remains at Julia's. Thank you Shelly for your kindness during my stay."
Marty 5-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Julia´s Cabanas
Prana Maya Island Resort

Prana Maya Island Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful property, beautiful room, amazing staff - should be a 5 star resort - amazing food!! We had the best experience- stayed in June for our anniversary and can’t wait to come back"
Cheryl Ann 5-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Prana Maya Island Resort
Turtle Inn by Francis Ford Coppola

Turtle Inn by Francis Ford Coppola

10/10 Excellent
"We absolutely loved our stay at the Turtle Inn. The staff is outstanding, and very responsive. The food was very fresh and we highly recommend trying the pizza! We reserved a beach front cabana, and it was huge with very high end furniture."
Janet 3-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Turtle Inn by Francis Ford Coppola
The Lodge at Jaguar Reef

The Lodge at Jaguar Reef

10/10 Excellent
"We rented a home that was managed by the Lodge atjaguar reef with access to all of the facilities and amenities at the Lodge. The home was spacious and comfortable. The lodge staff was very much available and accommodating. I’d stay again and recommend it."
Patricia 5-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
The Lodge at Jaguar Reef
Azure Del Mar

Azure Del Mar

10/10 Excellent
"Loved it here too reac in the beach. It was beautiful, quiet, and the staff were wonderful!"
Geneva 4-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Azure Del Mar

More cheap stays in Santa Cruz

Southern Corner Motel & Restaurant

Southern Corner Motel & Restaurant

Independence Village Independence and Mango Creek
CA $51
CA $56 total
Oct 22 - Oct 23
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (10 reviews)
Southern Corner Motel & Restaurant
Villas at Playa de Coco

Villas at Playa de Coco

Mile 17.62 Placencia Rd Placencia Stann Creek District
CA $235
CA $282 total
Oct 22 - Oct 23
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (58 reviews)
Villas at Playa de Coco
Kalimera Beach Hotel

Kalimera Beach Hotel

Maya Beach Placencia Stann Creek District
CA $323
CA $352 total
Oct 22 - Oct 23
includes taxes & fees
Kalimera Beach Hotel
Ceiba Beach Resort

Ceiba Beach Resort

1 Ceiba Street Placencia Stann Creek District
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9.4/10 Exceptional! (51 reviews)
Ceiba Beach Resort
Garden Lodge Hotel

Garden Lodge Hotel

Behind The Orange Gallery, Placencia Placencia Placencia Village
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9/10 Wonderful! (11 reviews)
Garden Lodge Hotel
Sugar Patch Inn

Sugar Patch Inn

Hopkins Village Hopkins
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Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Santa Cruz?
The best area to stay in Santa Cruz is Placencia Village, which is the main hub for visitors, offering a relaxed beachfront experience with convenient access to amenities.Placencia Village is located at the southern tip of the Placencia Peninsula. It's known for its 'Sidewalk', a pedestrian-only pathway that runs through the village, lined with local shops, restaurants, and bars. The village has a laid-back, friendly feel, with easy access to the beach and the Caribbean Sea.Couples often find Placencia Village ideal for a romantic getaway. Many boutique hotels and guesthouses offer direct beach access and stunning ocean views. You can enjoy strolls along the Sidewalk, dine at beachfront restaurants, or arrange boat trips to nearby cayes for snorkelling or diving.Families will also appreciate Placencia Village's relaxed atmosphere and amenities. The calm waters off the beach are suitable for swimming, and there are various activities available, from kayaking and paddleboarding to exploring the local shops for souvenirs.
When is the best time to go to Santa Cruz?
For a pleasant and dry visit to Santa Cruz, the best time to go is during the dry season, which runs from late November to May.This period typically offers sunny skies, lower humidity, and cooler temperatures, making it ideal for exploring the area's natural attractions and enjoying outdoor activities. You'll find the weather comfortable for excursions to the nearby Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary or for relaxing by the river.Travelling during the dry season is particularly good for those planning to spend significant time outdoors, such as birdwatching, hiking, or river tubing.
Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?
You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if canceled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Santa Cruz.
How much is the nightly rate at a Santa Cruz hotel?
Prices for hotels in Santa Cruz often vary, but you can find a great deal from CA $56 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for the cheapest rate.

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