Top Things to do in Belize
Top Hotels in Belize
- 1. Pelican Reef Villas Resort
- 2. The Lodge At Chaa Creek
- 3. Colinda Cabanas
- 4. Hopkins Bay, a Muy'Ono Resort
- 5. Weezie's Ocean Front Hotel and Garden Cottages
- 6. Mariposa Belize Beach Resort
- 7. Ramon's Village Resort
- 8. Caribbean Beach Cabanas - A PUR Hotel
- 9. Las Terrazas Resort
- 10. Mahogany Bay Resort & Beach Club, Curio Collection by Hilton
Top 10 Gift & Specialty Shops in Belize, Belize
According to famed diver Jacques Cousteau, the Great Blue Hole of Belize is one of the most spectacular dive sites on earth. The crystal-clear sapphire waters are home to colorful tropical fish and several species of reef sharks – ideal for brave divers who love to get up close and personal with sea life. On dry ground, diverse rainforests, mangrove swamps, and Mayan ruins are perfect for exploration. The beaches of Belize are sunny and tranquil spots for a day of relaxation.
Restaurants in Belize
1. IXCACAO Maya Belizean Chocolate
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 252 reviews
IXCACAO, “Queen of Cacao, goddess of fertility and happiness!”, For our guests, we offer hands-on chocolate making sessions, tours of the cacao farm and our production facilities. We can share with you the ancient Maya traditions of chocolate, in relation to our religion, economy, and environment. We will show you the secrets of Maya chocolate making and it's historical significance in our culture and its expansion around the world. Our guests can sample our products - including chocolate bars, cacao powder, butter, hot chocolate, and cacao wine - and visit our gift shop to purchase chocolate and other local artisan gifts. A visit to IXCACAO is educational, fun, and tasty. A must-see in Belize!
Reviewed By chefjohnmalik - Greenville, United States
Pack as lightly as you dare, wear long pants and long sleeves, open your mind to appreciation of distant cultures and get to San Felipe for Juan Cho and his Ixcacao Chocolate. If you're in hospitality this is an incredible experience beyond expectations. If you call yourself a pastry chef or a chocolatier this is a top of the list goal you owe to your profession. Juan is a proud Mayan, a historian, a gifted speaker, author of research papers, a farmer, an exporter, and a first class chocolatier. He is a rock star of chocolate.
2. Back to My Roots
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By Trodearth
Thank you Carlton an back to my Roots once you step in the experience begins unique pieces great price and unmatched service with Hospitality. Visit back to my Roots for a true Belize Vibes. It’s not just shopping @ back to my Roots its an experience! Tony
3. D & G Fine Jewelry and Arts
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
4. The Little Old Craft Shop
5. Havana Cigars
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 85 reviews
Nestled in the heart of downtown San Pedro Town, our walk-in humidor stocks an ever-changing selection of the finest hand-made cigars from Cuba, Central America, and the Caribbean. We also have a full-service bar with the finest spirits, beer, and wine and coffee.
Reviewed By 844jasonw - Los Angeles, United States
When you are tired of all the mixed fruity rum and tequila drinks and want a nice neat whisky this is your spot. Carlos is the real deal. This is a very chill place, with a great cigar selection, good top shelf whisky, whiskey, tequila and rum. If you are a snowflake you might get your feelings hurt in here. There are real people talking about real stuff (e.g. politics, economics and life) but we also heard conversations about whether it was Brad or Angelina or Jennifer that was the problem. So, bottom line is come here for the smoke and drink. And, the longer you stay the more characters you will meet which makes your experience all the more rich.
6. Treasure Box
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 53 reviews
Located on Main Street Placencia, Kaj Expressions Treasure Box is a small woman-owned and operated boutique that carries jewelry, natural soaps, leather bags, and other unique souvenirs all 100% locally handcrafted by Belizean Women. We take pride in being the ORIGINAL home of Lionfish Jewelry in ALL OF BELIZE AND THE ENTIRE CARIBBEAN! And if you're wondering we mean by Lionfish Jewelry, we're talking about jewelry that's made using actual Lionfish! Come experience our wonderful air conditioned studio full of treasures handmade with love. Ladies, you can honestly shop in peace here: we have a comfortable lounge chair waiting for hubbies. And gents, if you're on a shopping mission but not sure what to get, we're here to help you out with that! All visitors from all walks of life are welcome here!
Reviewed By Q1186SYjamiem
Treasure Box is a MUST while in Placencia! I met Kaj through a friend and received a few items through her via Facebook and Insta before actually visiting her store in Belize. I reached out to her before my husband and I arrived in Placencia and when we arrived at Treasure Box, Kaj's employee Valentina greeted us with a smile (she also has THE BEST LAUGH EVER) Treasure Box has various items to choose from...rings, bracelets, necklaces, earrings, toe rings and plenty of other items, all of which are very inexpensive, and such great quality. Did I tell you that ALL items are handmade by Kaj? Who wouldn't want to take home a piece made by a Belizean local? I can tell you that I purchased MANY items, not only did I purchase many items, but I also took a trip to her other store in San Ignacio and bought two more pairs of earrings. My favorite item that I have that she made, is my personalized necklace, if you want one of these, you must order in advance so that you can pick up from her store when you arrive. You must also visit her other business "Cool Coconuts" at the end of the pier. They will chop open a fresh coconut right in front of you and you can either have a shot of coconut rum added, or just drink it as is. DELISH! Do NOT leave Placencia without visiting both of these businesses, you will not walk away disappointed! xoxo
7. Caye Coffee Roasting Co.
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 114 reviews
Caye Coffee Roasting Co. Ltd. is a small Coffee Manufacturing company located in San Pedro Belize. We take pride in providing local Resorts, Restaurants, Supermarkets & Gift Shops with fresh-roasted, great-tasting coffee. We use the finest, high-elevation Arabica beans from Guatemala in our Diedrich IR-12 roaster. Visit our Website or Facebook page for details on our roasts. Look for signs around San Pedro for establishments that serve or sell our coffee. Aromatic, Great tasting coffee is now available throughout Belize.
Reviewed By sandracsalvador
Best dark roast in town!!! Love their coffee, iced coffee is phenomenal and taking a few bags home with me. Highly recommend the visit and also purchasing coffee at source for they have the best prices!
8. Golden Gifts
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 13 reviews
Golden Gifts - Is a localy owned Gift Shop in Hopkins Belize that provides great service to its customers. This Small Belize Gift Shop is developing a reputation for being the new market place for hand made Belizean Art and unique culture gifts ranging from Hopkins Belize Specific T-shirts to drums, hand crafted bowls, Maya Gifts and more.
9. Osprey Silver Jewelry & Boutique
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 33 reviews
We sell fine silver jewelry, handmade silver jewelry, swimwear, sarongs and flip flops. We also specialize in plus sizes in swimwear.
Reviewed By PnTLeGare06 - Minnesota, United States
A great place to get unique silver jewelry from a beautiful sweet woman, Jacqueline, originally from Ireland.????
10. Denyse's Originals
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By SarahNewOrleans - New Orleans, United States
This is a tiny shop filled with many treasures. Denyse makes most of the jewelry herself out of items she picks up while walking the beautiful Placencia shoreline. She grinds shells that wash up on the beach as well as local seeds (like my favorite sea heart and sea bean). And also makes things out of seaglass. Who knew that broken common class bottles, after being tossed in the sea for a few years could become so beautiful and ethereal. These are WONDERFUL. Denyse Originals carries many beautiful earrings and necklaces made from these. while her shop is small, Don't pass it by while walking on the sidewalk. It is between Rick's Cafe and Cozy Corner (Both good places to eat and drink). It is predominately green (with red and gold) - Rasta Colors. Take back souvenirs from here rather than t-shirts and other stuff made and printed in the US/UK. Denyse Originals IS original!!!
