Umaya Resort & Adventures

Maya Beach, Placencia, Belize

9.5 Superior Luxury
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About the Hotel

Umaya Resort Belize, formerly known as the Belize Ocean Club is a beautiful full-service deluxe resort located on a 78-mile peninsula in the southern part of Belize on Maya beach. The resort has rooms overlooking the peaceful lagoon and distant Mayan mountains or overlooking the blue Caribbean Sea. The first of the new dining options, The Clubhouse, is a farm to table restaurant facing the lagoon with sunset mountain views. It offers cuisine rooted in Mayan and Garifuna Belizeans traditions. FYAH, named from the local dialect for fire, presents food cooked over an open flame grill, with both deck and barefoot in the sand seating options for a selection of parrillada and tandoor food. With the largest living barrier reef off its shores, Umaya Resort & Adventures is putting a focus on diving experiences, including the creation of an onsite dive certification program. The management team has also created unique new excursions for adventure travelers both at sea and in the nearby jungles and Mayan ruins of Belize. In addition to the offsite excursions, Umaya Resort & Adventures launched a variety of weekly cultural and gastronomic events such as Beer &Curry Night, serving original Indian dishes prepared by Chef Subu from Chennai as well as Best of Belize, highlighting local Garifuna cuisine and music.

Location

Umaya Resort & Adventures
Placencia Rd, Stann Creek
Maya Beach, Placencia, Belize
Nearest Airport: PGIA

Features and Amenities

  • Dining
  • Poolside Dining
  • Swim-Up Bar
  • Room Service
  • On-Site Amenities
  • Concierge
  • Spa on Property
  • Laundry Service
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Hot Tub
  • In-Room Amenities
  • Air Conditioning
  • Private Terraces
  • WiFi
  • Activities
  • Deep Sea Fishing
  • Excursions
  • Scuba Diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Fly Fishing
  • Interests
  • Beach
  • Honeymoons & Romance

Reviews for Umaya Resort & Adventures

The BEST of both worlds and hospitality at the Umaya Resort & Adventures!!

TripAdvisor Traveler Review Rating Reviewed 1 month ago

From the moment I contacted The Belize Collection (the management company for Umaya Resort) and spoke with Ryan Sosa, I knew this was the resort I wanted to visit! I was stressed out on what to do for my daughter's 3rd birthday and I had the idea, why not visit my hometown of Placencia village to celebrate this wonderful milestone! After browsing numerous resorts along the Placencia Peninsula, I came across the Umaya Resort & Adventures. It was dreamy! A huge pool, a flawless beach, and an on-site Laguna restaurant with breathtaking sunset views of the lagoon and the gorgeous Mayan mountains of Belize. Plus, a poolside Pizzaria! All the amenities, like bikes and kayaks. You name it! I immediately contacted them to make reservations. My first visit to Umaya was amazing. Kim at the front desk was warm and welcoming. We got the best beachfront penthouse, overlooking the pool and beach area. The penthouse came with everything! Full kitchen, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, Wifi, cable TV, and a spacious verandah to kick back and have a cold Belikin beer! My daughter truly enjoyed her birthday vacation and celebration, thanks to the warmth and hospitality of their amazing staff. I just had to go back again! My company was celebrating our tenth anniversary, and we wanted somewhere to celebrate as a team. Immediately, I recommended Umaya reminisce about my experience there, so I contacted Ryan. He was able to deliver wonderfully again. He helped us curate the perfect three day package, inclusive of on-site conference room rental, full meals, and three beachfront penthouses for my team to stay in. Our company retreat was nothing short of fantastic! The conference room was perfect for our small team to work in; they all enjoyed the food and of course, the poolside drinks made by Dennis were so exotic and refreshing! He had the best jokes and a jovial personality too! So if you're thinking of a place to have a staff retreat or meeting, this resort has two conference room spaces available :-) Whenever I visit Placencia, Umaya Resort & Adventures is my first option to stay now, not only for its undeniable beauty and amenities but also for the staff who work hard to ensure that my stay is unforgetable.

DELICE P - Belize City, Belize


Best experince

TripAdvisor Traveler Review Rating Reviewed 1 month ago

My wife and I stayed at Umaya for our Anniversary celebration. We immediatley fell inlove with the place. So much so that we returned with the entire family. Umaya has an Amazing ambience, and very friendly staff. Definitely highly recommend them. And the amazing job they are doing. Thank to my buddy Ryan for hooking us up 🙏. We greatly appreciate you.

Randel M


Easter 2024

TripAdvisor Traveler Review Rating Reviewed 1 month ago

Our planning first started with the communication between the staff and myself, specifically Steve and Ryan, they were welcoming and professional during the entire booking process. They were attentive to our needs and concerns. When we arrived on our schedule date, it was everything more than expected. Steve and Kimberly greeted us and had us settled in. The entire weekend was amazing from the room accommodation, the amazing and breathtaking views, the food and the service from the staff was right on point. Thank you guys for a wonderful and relaxing stay. See you soon🥰

Ganesha S


Great for families and groups!

TripAdvisor Traveler Review Rating Reviewed 1 month ago

Amazing stay at UMAYA resort. Alton did a terrific job organizing excursions for us, and we were thrilled that the restaurant prepared our fresh caught fish so deliciously. We had a group of 13, and the staff was able to accommodate us at the restaurant and for excursions. Beautiful sunset views at the restaurant! Stunning pool and outstanding refreshments!

Kelly K


About a 15 minute drive from Placentia -- but wow, talk about the view.

TripAdvisor Traveler Review Rating Reviewed 2 months ago

We are here now - enjoying our second week. The service is great, and the staff is friendly, inviting, and helpful. The restaurant has great food. The resort is about a 15 minute drive from Placentia, but it is quiet, peaceful, and relaxing. Not a new resort, but it is very clean.

DennisAtkinson - Vacaville, California


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