This was a wonderful place for the ten members of our family to stay. Each family had their own comfortable treehouse and there was no shortage of fun things to do for everyone from age 1.5 to 71. The staff took superb care of us and saw to all our needs. The food at the restaurant was very good and we ate many meals there throughout our stay. Altogether an excellent place to stay!

Stayed in February 2025

The grounds were immaculate and beautiful with gorgeous tropical plants everywhere. all of the rooms were beautifully decorated and spacious. The rain shower had amazing water pressure! And the bed and pillows were so comfortable, I could’ve stayed in bed much longer if I wasn’t so excited to get up and explore Belize! The staff were incredibly welcoming and accommodating, even after we left our stay at Mariposa we came back to say goodbye once more and have one more pina colada with the wonderful people running this great place.

Stayed in April 2024

We tend not to complain or nitpick about things that are inconsequential. There were a few little things that they fixed immediately and nothing that caused us stress. It is a very relaxing place with a nice pool and a lovely little private beach within inches of warm, inviting sea water. Why complain about anything!

A beautiful remodeled boutique resort right on the Caribbean Sea in Placencia. Minutes from the small airport for easy pick up and departure. Lovely accommodations. We stayed in one of the “tree house” rooms, away from common walls. It was well appointed and comfortable and wi-fi access was great. We borrowed their very nice bikes and rode into town a few times for breakfast. The best thing about this place was Donny, Carlos, Gladys, Jose, George, Moises, masseuse Alba and all the rest of the staff. This is one of the most attentive, kind and friendly staffs we’ve ever come across. It felt like we’d been welcomed into a Belizean family! There is much more I could say but better to find out for yourself. We’ve traveled all over the world and have stayed in all levels of hotels and hovels and elegance and simplicity and the Mariposa rates as one of our favorites. Oh, and did I mention their restaurant The Breezeway? Top class meals on the beach. Try the Belizean breakfast with fry jacks for $10US.

Stayed in March 2024

It was so close to the airport adn truly centrally located. We had a golf cart so we were able to get anywhere very easily. Staff was great and went above. Food was fantastic.

Stayed in January 2024

We liked everything about Mariposa. The staff went out of their way to to be helpful and attentive. The food was outstanding, and the rooms were comfortable and clean.

Stayed in May 2023

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

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.

Stayed in June 2023

Enjoyed our overnight stay. Food was delicious and served at a wonderful beachside setting, also enjoyed the swimming pool and access to free bikes to explore the neighborhood.

Stayed in March 2023

Nothing.

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.

Stayed in March 2023

nothing

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

Stayed in March 2023

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.

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!

Stayed in January 2023

food is pricey

clean. the food is good but pricey. the staff is always on duty and willing to help you.

Stayed in January 2023

They provided shuttle to ‘town’ when they could

Restaurant ‘good’.

Stayed in February 2025

The mattress was not the most comfortable unfortunately and beds are on the smaller side. The main drawback is that due to algae invasion we had no access to the beach and there were some unpleasant smells. It’s not specific to this hotel but along the placencia coast but it makes the beach experience a bit limited. Over all the hotel is rather pricey for the experience.

The staff was very extremely nice and went over and beyond to make the stay the most pleasant possible. The hotel is setting is nice, the facilities are good and the restaurant the food is good. we loved the treehouse bungalows which gave a nature feel to our stay and the rooms were large and well appointed.

Stayed in April 2023

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Stayed in July 2025

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Stayed in December 2022

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Stayed in January 2023