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Turtle Inn

Turtle Inn
Turtle Inn

Turtle Inn

Opened by Francis Ford Coppola in 2003, Turtle Inn boasts a gorgeous seaside setting that integrates natural beauty with a rustic “barefoot elegance” inspired by his love for hand-hewn Balinese design. Nestled along the low-key Belizean coast, it offers an unparalleled level of luxury, personalized service, and spacious individual cottages and villas, suiting both couples and families.  Activities to indulge in range from snorkeling and diving at the world’s second-largest barrier reef to visiting Mayan sites or just relaxing in the spa or gazing at the Caribbean.

  • 25 unique dwellings with individual thatched cottages and villas
  • All villas offer expansive screened-in porches and bathrooms with outdoor showers in private walled gardens
  • Diving and snorkeling off the renowned coral reef
  • Day trip to a wildlife sanctuary
  • Boat trip along Monkey River and sunset cruises
  • Beachfront yoga
  • Two infinity swimming pools
  • White sand beaches with clear, calm waters for swimming and snorkeling
  • On-site spa
★★★★★
“Where else can you snorkel with whale sharks one day, and be on a jungle river the next, spotting toucans, howler monkeys and manatees?”

Rooms

Poolside Garden View Cottages

Located directly adjacent to the triangular pool, each poolside cottage has a private screened porch, spacious bathrooms with a Japanese bath, and a private walled garden with an outdoor shower. All of the luxury Belize resort dwellings feature Balinese hand-carved doors and décor.

Garden View Cottages

Nestled in the lush gardens and a few paces from the Caribbean Sea, each cottage has a private screened porch, queen-size bed, spacious bathroom with a Japanese bath, and a private walled garden with an outdoor shower. Balinese hand-carved doors and décor are featured throughout.

Poolside Sea View Cottages

With a partial view of the Caribbean Sea, each poolside cottage has a private screened porch, spacious bathrooms with a Japanese bath, and a private walled garden with an outdoor shower. All of the luxury Belize resort dwellings feature Balinese hand-carved doors and décor.

Sea View Cottages

With a spectacular view of the Caribbean Sea, each cottage has a private screened porch, queen-sized bed, spacious bathrooms with a Japanese bath, and a private walled garden with an outdoor shower. Balinese hand-carved doors and décor are featured throughout.

Sea Front Cottages

Just steps from a beautiful stretch of beach and the Caribbean Sea, each cottage has a private garden with an outdoor shower, screened porch, bathroom with a Japanese bath, and queen-size bed. All rooms feature Balinese hand-carved doors and décor.

Garden View Villas

Nestled in the lush gardens and a few paces from the Caribbean Sea, these two-bedroom/two-bath villas provide luxurious proportions with a living room, separated seating areas, and an extended screened porch. Each is surrounded by a private walled garden with an outdoor shower. Balinese hand-carved doors and décor are featured throughout.

Sea Front Villas

Carefully placed on a beautiful stretch of Caribbean Sea beachfront, these Balinese-themed two-bedroom/two-bathroom villas provide luxurious proportions with a living room, separate sitting rooms, and an extended screened porch surrounded by a private walled garden with an outdoor shower.

The Family Pavilion

This exclusive two-bedroom / two-bathroom Balinese-inspired pavilion showcases hand-carved wood detailing, stone sculptures, and artwork selected by our highly creative owner. Enjoy oceanfront dining from the terrace and amenities such as steam showers, bathrooms with Japanese baths, and a cozy loft. The private pool is crafted with original tile art and surrounded by a tropical garden.

Lagoon Bungalow

Enjoy complete privacy in the comfort of a handcrafted, nautically-themed cottage set on the shores of the Placencia Lagoon. Features a full kitchen, an expansive living room and bedroom as well as a private pool and deck offering spectacular views of the sunset.

Beach House

Designed by architect Laurent Deroo as a stylish but soothing getaway, comprising an open-plan main house and two guest bungalows, the Beach House opens to the ever-present sea breezes while connecting to the romantic, Balinese-styled resort it adjoins.

Coral Cottage

The newly built dwelling, is ideal for a couple seeking privacy and romance or a family with young children. It has a king bed and a sleeper sofa in the cozy living area, front porch, hammocks and full bathroom with an indoor and outdoor shower. Maximum occupancy of three adults or two adults and two young children.

Seahorse Cottage

Ideal for extended family or additional friends, the seahorse cottage is situated near the Mangrove Cove where one can find many seahorses. It features two queen beds, one additional twin bed and an adjacent bathroom with a shower. Maximum occupancy of six people.

Great House

A charming, sand floor, indoor/outdoor living room space with amenities including a full bar, music system, half bathroom, kitchen, dining table, board games, dart board and more this space for celebration or family meals can be converted in the evening to accommodate added guests with daybeds.

Dining

Mare Restaurant

Fresh seafood and traditional Italian cooking in a relaxed environment, and Dutch-Indonesian Rijsttafel served twice a week.

Gauguin Grill

Fresh seafood grill right on the beach.

Auntie Luba’s Kitchen

Authentic Belizean fare overlooking the waters of the Placencia Lagoon.

Laughing Fish Bar

Steps from the pool with panoramic views of the beach.

Skip White Bar

Open-air bar offering Coppola wine and Belize-brewed beers.

Kid’s Gelato Bar

A supervised party for children with locally made gelato.

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