I would describe the Mariposa as a Goldilocks property - just right. A small 11-room hotel, not all shiny and modern (which isn’t the local vibe anyway) but newly renovated to a very high standard. It is in the perfect location, away from the busier village but close enough to easily bike. The food and cocktails were excellent and I cannot say enough about the staff who were unfailingly helpful and nice. We stayed in Room 9 which was overlooking the pool and beach, the perfect location. It also has a king sized bed, large private balcony, and a big bathroom with minifridge and coffee maker

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My husband and I had a wonderful time at the Mariposa Our room was right beside the pool area but it was never noisy. It was nicely appointed, lots of room, comfortable bed. The staff were excellent and we were treated like king and queen. Anything you wanted or needed, above and beyond! My husband and I wanted to watch an NFL playoff game and they set up a flat screen tv in the palapa for us to watch! The staff was happy to make restaurant recommendations, arrange taxis, coordinate golf cart rentals, arrange massages and many other things. They took care of me when I was not feeling well with a hot ginger drink to settle my stomach. Although it is not walkable to many places, it is a short one mile from the village by either golf cart or taxi. And, the food at the restaurant was very good so, no need to go anywhere!

The only negative was the seaweed in the water which is not the hotels fault and is common to Belize. The hotel does rake it every day and does their best to mitigate it.

Hospitality service was exemplary. Gladys and Donny were particularly attentive to all our needs. The beach was kept clean of sargassum. It was never crowded so we were able to relax at all times of the day and enjoy the kayaks and games. Mariposa was a beautiful place and we would happily stay again on our next visit to Placencia.

The restaurant food was great but a bit pricey compared to the other restaurants around the village.

Beautiful property! The pictures don’t do it justice. The owners are fantastic, they arranged excursions for us with the best guides, a massage on the beach, had a golf cart delivered for us to rent for the week, made sure every need we had was met- and then some! Our room was enchanting! The view was almost better. The chef made the most amazing dishes, the bartender treated us like family and made the best cocktails. Our room was thoroughly cleaned daily. The pool was pristine and right on the beach. The beach was very clean and had hammocks, seating options, umbrellas and tables for dining. We couldn’t have asked for a better escape. We are already planning a return trip.

Everything was perfect!

The view was amazing from the beach/restaurant! The accommodations were clean, well kept, and more upscale for a treehouse type lodging. The pool was a good size and there were plenty of lounging areas. The staff were all very friendly and kind. Mr.Lewis, the owner, even offer to bring a library book we left behind back to the states with him and mailed it to us free of charge! That really saved us and was definitely going above and beyond for a guest!

There was a little bit of noise from the street nearby.

My room was right next to the pool and faced the beach. the breeze kept any insects away. everything about the place was clean and well-appointed! The towels were thick and long. My room had a frig, a lock box, and a wonderful shower!! The bed was comfortable and the bedside lights were bright enough to read at night. There is an on-site restaurant and the servers couldn’t be more delightful—both in their service (not too much and not too little) and the care that they took with me. The food was simply delicious!!! Yum! And the drinks were excellent! We borrowed the bikes for a ride into town. The bikes were in excellent working shape.

The only think that everyone along the coast deals with is the traveling sea grass, which accumulates on everyone’s beaches. Mariposa is doing something unique—they are burying the sea grass into the sand and using it to build up the beach.

Plain simple breakfast, nothing special. Location was pool deck overlooking ocean. Friendly, prompt service. Staff catered to our every need, and all wore name tags which was very helpful. Manager/ owner Lewis was exceptional in his treatment and respect for the staff. The property was clean, quiet, beautiful and peaceful.

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EVERYTHING! the staff was incredible, accommodated all our asks, friendly, professional and attentive. The location was perfect. close enough to the town but far enough away to feel like you were in paradise. they have a golf cart guests can use for no charge. food and drinks were good. quiet, right on the beach with paddle boards and kayaks for guests. wifi was great. We stayed two nights in a “treehouse” which was incredible and one night in the beachside hotel off the bar. Just Amazing.

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The property is gorgeous. They cleaned the beach every morning to remove the sargassum. The location is perfect, away from town but also close enough to town and easy to get to.

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Everything about this property was great. super friendly staff, immaculately kept grounds, super clean. far enough from the business of Placencia to be relaxing and quiet, yet close enough to go by bike or rented golf cart.

lots of sea grass but that’s not the fault of the resort! they do their best to deal with it!