We enjoyed a lovely villa facing the beach and could not have been happier. The outdoor shower was lovely. The service was incredible in every respect. We had plenty to do when we felt like it (snokling, diving, kayaking and biking in to town) and a comfortable beach chair when we just wanted to relax. It was convenient to have several dining options on property as well as recommendations and reservations for restaurants in town.

Four nights is just perfect here. It is so relaxing and beautiful. The staff is wonderful especially, Carlos who stood on the beach with a towel as you exited the water. Be sure to try the coconut mojitos especially, after 4 pm when they are half price. Ask for the hibiscus flower and bamboo straw.

The Belizian restaurant is yummy as is the grill on the beach. The lobster is tender and moist and not to be missed. Be sure to have the lobster/shrimp omelet in the morning. The main restaurant is italian which I just don't understand. I know the owner is italian but the hotel is in central america so I wanted more Belizian food...(The same with the gift shop. Most of the items for sale were from Indonesia. Why not support local people?)

The rooms are really lovely but could use a bit more light. Loved the outdoor shower. I had a garden view which was more private but if a beach view is available, I would sacrifice the privacy for the beautiful view and easy access to the beach.

A really terrific stay.

This is indeed a lovely property but the website oversells it. I also think people get seduced a little bit by the name of the owner. I did. Listen, you will NOT see Mr. Coppola walking around nor will you share a drink with him at the outdoor bar.
So what's the deal here? the property overall is very pretty, and clearly a lot of effort has gone into that. Other than that: the water just off the beach is not crystal clear (you have to go further out for that), Placensia is mildly interesting but on the whole a bit tattered and unimpressive, and -- perhaps most important -- the 'no see-ums' on the beach (and in your room) might just eat you alive.
Go here and you'll probably like it. It is a nice place. But a bit overrated. Consider your other options.

We spent 4 nights each at Turtle Inn and Blanceaux and what a great experience in both places. The cottages are amazing and the size of the rooms, especially at Turtle Inn are very large and comfortable. Loved the outdoor shower at Turtle Inn. Staff and service at both resorts was great and very friendly, especially Marco at the beach bar at Turle Inn. Food was also very good with a variety of local fare from the three on site restaurants as well as great wood oven pizza from Mare Restaurant. What a great experience in both places!