Dangriga, Placencia and Punta Gorda

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The three fishing villages of Dangriga, Placencia and Punta Gorda all have their own charms with beaches, wildlife, waterfalls and Maya sites within easy reach. Dangriga is the departure point for the southern cayes whilst from Punta Gorda it is possible to cross into Guatemala by boat.

Our preferred accommodation

Copal Tree Lodge

Lodge/Hosteria - Punta Gorda
As well as a lodge, Copal Tree Lodge is a 3000 acre farm practising sustainable agricultural management and also a 12,000 acre rainforest reserve. The restaurant serves fresh food from the farm and local fishermen.
Hickatee Cottages

Lodge/Hosteria - Punta Gorda
A small family-run property, just 3km from the centre of Punta Gorda. The owners Allison and Eduardo are perfect hosts and excellent chefs. Breakfast and dinner is all freshly homemade. The cottages are in a clearing within the forest and there is a small plunge pool.
Robert's Grove Beach Resort

Inn/Posada - Placencia
Set on a sandy beach and only 1 mile from the airstrip. There are 3 outdoor pools, spacious bar and restaurant area, and lots of trees for shade.
Turtle Inn

Lodge/Hosteria - Placencia
Owned by Francis Ford Coppola, a small, intimate and very stylish hotel right on the beach. Décor was chosen personally by Coppola from Bali and Thailand. The hotel has 2 swimming pools, spa, dive shop and restaurant.