Naïa Resort and Spa

A Dream Birthday Getaway at Naïa Resort – Pure Paradise I booked our stay at Naïa Resort in Placencia for my husband’s birthday in July, and from start to finish, the experience was nothing short of incredible. We stayed in a beachfront villa with a private pool, and it truly exceeded all of our expectations. Every day felt like a dream – we spent our time swimming in the ocean, lounging on the pristine beach, sipping cocktails with breathtaking views, or enjoying the privacy of our own pool. The resort offers the perfect balance of relaxation and luxury, and waking up each morning to such beauty felt surreal. Breakfast quickly became one of our favorite parts of the day. The fried jacks paired with local fresh jam were absolutely delicious, and the locally sourced cheese was some of the best I’ve ever had. The restaurant on property consistently impressed us with its breakfast and lunch offerings. The staff at Naïa went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable. They were warm, accommodating, and always ready to assist. Whenever we needed a ride into town, their shuttle service was so convenient and affordable – far better than catching a cab. We typically enjoyed breakfast and lunch at our villa and ventured into Placencia village for dinner. It gave us the best of both worlds: the privacy and peace of the resort and the chance to explore the vibrant, welcoming community nearby. If I had one small suggestion, it would be to expand the dinner options or offer more variety for room service in the evenings. However, with Placencia’s charming restaurants just a short ride away, it was easy to enjoy different cuisines and immerse ourselves in local culture. By the end of our stay, I had fallen completely in love with Belize – the stunning landscapes, the culture, and most of all, the people. The staff at Naïa embody the warmth and hospitality Belize is known for. They made us feel truly welcome, and their kindness left a lasting impression. This was one of the most memorable trips we’ve ever taken, and I can’t recommend Naïa Resort highly enough. We’re already looking forward to returning to this little slice of paradise.

*Kenny and the concierge team* were a dream to work with as I planned my husband’s 50th birthday get away. Their communication was remarkably timely and seamless. I had several email inquiries regarding local eating options, driving to the location, activities, and hopes for making this birthday special. Each response was kind, clear, and comprehensive. We literally did at least 80% of what was recommended and with a couple more days we may have done everything! Further, from the birthday flowers to the special kayak request (thanks, Angel) all of the little details made the visit perfect! Once we got to Naia, the comprehensive, calm and kind welcome from *Juan* let us know that it was time to chill. He reminded us (through actions not words) that the pace that we were used to in the states could be put on pause - Naia was a place for ease…and we eventually got into it:)  *Nigel* provided great restaurant service and insights about the local community - so much so that when we encountered the celebration day @ Sienbight we had a sense of where we were. We really appreciate his willingness to share food recommendations, but especially his insights about the culture. In general,  we always enjoyed the fun and thoughtful interactions with the 1981 staff. Karen, I hope you find “Before I let you go” (book). The SPA! Vee’s tolerance for my back and forth as I worked to get the spa birthday experience right is so appreciated! Service provided by the Dynamics Duo (*Sheena and Yadiera*) surpassed our expectations. We loved all of it! The bonus was that by having same providers across 4 different spa experiences we feel like we got to know them and hopefully vice versa! I loved the way Yadiera worked those hot stones! These ladies were KNOWLEDGE and SKILLED professionals - clearly an asset to the NAIA team! I loved the services and the laughs we shared. Minor opportunities for improvement:Baskets on bikes Remind us of local excursion opportunities, on site, when we first arrive. For example, I totally forgot that we could kayak to local snorkeling at False Island- thanks for the reminder @ Angel!  **I tend to think that there are always opportunities for improvements, but, this is literally all I can think of:)

I didn’t like that I was nickel and dimed for everything. We were a group of 5 and went into the village one night requesting a pickup for after hours that we were told would be 30BZD. When we returned each room was charged for the ride which was not indicated beforehand. I think this was unfair. Although the food was good there was not enough of a variety. They should think about implementing daily specials. There was no entertainment or group activities. I would not stay here again or recommend it. It’s overpriced

Right on the beach. Amazing/beautiful private bungalows with incredible outdoor shower. Great service. Free to use bikes & water sports. Spa-like swimming pool. On-site dining & drinks. Highly recommend.

The Naia resort offers large separate individual bungalows situated on the beach. We stayed in #35 which had a private plunge pool, bathroom with deep soaking tub and outdoor shower, separate bedroom, large living room and kitchenette. It was beautifully appointed and very well constructed with a top quality finish. The large front deck was covered and had chaise lounges and a dining table right next to the plunge pool. They had two restaurants on site. The food was very good and the service excellent. We booked a snorkeling trip through them and had a great time in the Kayes. The beach and grounds are impeccably maintained with constant care to keep them free of seaweed. It was rather windy while there but nature has its own mind. We had a great time and were very impressed.

Our family had a wonderful time at Naia and we would highly recommend it. We stayed in a wonderful beach front villa that was exquisite. It fit our family of four with two teenage boys very comfortably and even had a wqsher/dryer. The staff at Naia was pleasant and helpful throughout, with some standouts such as Johnny, Emanuel, and Denise. The pool was super nice and the food at 1981 was great - we loved the energy of the resort and the excursions to Monkey River and snorkeling were a ton of fun.