Turtle Inn by Francis Ford Coppola

4.0 star property
Luxury hotel on the beach, with 2 outdoor pools

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IPod dock
On the beach, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
Boating
Restaurant
Tasting room

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool

Room options

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Villa (Seafront)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Sofa bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Cottage, Poolside (Gardenview)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Cottage (Gardenview)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Cottage, Poolside (Seaview)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Villa (Gardenview)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Sofa bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Partial Seaview Cottage

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Cottage (Seafront)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Placencia Village, Placencia, Stan Creek

What's nearby

  • Placencia Peninsula - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Silk Caye Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Placencia Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Jaguar Bowling Lanes - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Maya Beach - 15 min drive - 8.9 km

Getting around

  • Placencia (PLJ) - 1 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Shak - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Omars Creole Grub - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Barefoot Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's Creole & Spanish Cuisine - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Rumfish Y Vino - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Turtle Inn by Francis Ford Coppola

Luxury upscale hotel near Placencia Beach
You can look forward to free continental breakfast, a free roundtrip airport shuttle, and a beach bar at Turtle Inn by Francis Ford Coppola. With a beachfront location, beach massages, and sun loungers, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Indulge in a massage at The Sunset Spa, the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 3 on-site restaurants. Enjoy onsite activities like kayaking and scuba diving. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar.
Other perks include:
  • 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool, with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, a front-desk safe, and smoke-free premises
  • A gift shop, a paddleboard on site, and beach towels
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and furnished patios, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Free infant beds and free extra beds
  • Rainfall showers, shower/tub combinations, and hair dryers
  • Ceiling fans, daily housekeeping, and desks

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.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • 3 restaurants
  • 1 beach bar and 1 bar
  • Room service available

Things to do

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

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Free rollaway/extra beds
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beachfront location
  • Pool sun loungers

Spa

  • Massage - on the beach
  • 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.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Beach towels
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Free rollaway beds
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water

Outdoor space

  • Furnished patio

More

  • Desk
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • 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 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

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

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Turtle Inn by Francis Ford Coppola have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Is Turtle Inn by Francis Ford Coppola pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 35 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 56.25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Turtle Inn by Francis Ford Coppola?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Turtle Inn by Francis Ford Coppola?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Turtle Inn by Francis Ford Coppola?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Turtle Inn by Francis Ford Coppola provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs on request.

Where is Turtle Inn by Francis Ford Coppola located?

Nestled on the beach, this Placencia hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Silk Caye Beach and Placencia Beach. Jaguar Bowling Lanes is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) away.

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Turtle Inn by Francis Ford Coppola Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

8/10 Good

Edwin

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Not that great at all
I wish is was more obvious to everyones eyes that theres NO AC in the units . It was hot as hell . Everyday we had to call and also ask to make our rooms. Broken stone by the pool but seems like untill someone will actually cut his feet nothing will be done. Inside the room getting into the shower its just a hazard.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
The novelty of the "shell phone" wore off quickly as it proved to be a terrible means of communication. The food was not that good compared to superior (and cheaper) options in town. From the photos we thought our cabana would be more private. One night we had an outdoor restaurant right next door and it also seemed to be a "cut through" for everyone else staying beachfront. Did not realize the resort was so close to the road - listening to traffic while sitting by the pool was not very relaxing. We were delighted to find we had a fridge in our cabana only to find it was crammed FULL of Coppola brand alcoholic beverages for sale. We thought this was incredibly tacky and something you might find at "Mar-a-lago." (also, I am a recovering alcoholic!) They completely forgot (or never wrote down) our breakfast order the day we were flying out and when reminded brought something we had not ordered (though they did fix it at my insistence) Upon checkout, we were charged for a wine tasting we never attended. (again, recovering alcoholic) The beach was not nearly as nice as the public beach in town. If you're into shelling out big bucks for mediocre food and service, or perhaps want to brag that you stayed at "Coppola's place" on your vacation, I suppose this place is for you. We would not stay again nor recommend Turtle Inn to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martí

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martijn

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021