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Sneak Peek: Itz'ana Resort & Residences in Belize

Itz'ana Resort & Residences in Placencia, Belize, is launching at the end of the year, offering several options for travelers and those looking for a more permanent stay.

The 22-acre property features 66 luxury waterfront cottages and 20 villas situated between the Placencia Lagoon and the Caribbean Sea. The homes range from one- to five-bedrooms designed in collaboration between Boston-based architect Roberto de Oliveira Castro and NYC-based interior designer Samuel Amoia. The interiors are inspired by the natural surroundings and the Maya culture, and feature hand-crafted furnishings by local artisans.

Onsite amenities include a Rum Room, Limilia Restaurant, a full-service marina, rooftop yoga deck, water sports adventure center, and a gym and a spa complete with a saltwater pool. For more information, please visit itzanabelize.com

Itz'ana is surrounded by water but also boasts amazing views of the nearby Maya mountain range.
Itz'ana is surrounded by water but also boasts amazing views of the nearby Maya mountain range.
The beach villas at Itz'ana are situated directly on the sand.
The beach villas at Itz'ana are situated directly on the sand.
The interiors of Itz'ana Resort & Residences are custom created by NYC-based designer Samuel Amoia. Each cottage and villa comes fully equipped with his stunning pastel-painted pieces.
The interiors of Itz'ana Resort & Residences are custom created by NYC-based designer Samuel Amoia. Each cottage and villa comes fully equipped with his stunning pastel-painted pieces.
Itz'ana offers stunning five-bedroom villas that include a deck, multiple pools and solar panels. Overlooking the Placencia lagoon, the homes are the epitome of waterfront luxury.
Itz'ana offers stunning five-bedroom villas that include a deck, multiple pools and solar panels. Overlooking the Placencia lagoon, the homes are the epitome of waterfront luxury.
Buyers of the one-bedroom solar cottages enjoy great views and direct access to the lagoon.
Buyers of the one-bedroom solar cottages enjoy great views and direct access to the lagoon.
The materials used to create Itz'ana's cottages and villas were sourced locally and within the region.
The materials used to create Itz'ana's cottages and villas were sourced locally and within the region.
Itz'ana is all about adventure and discovering new cultures and environments. Residents can take advantage of the property's many excursions, which includes fishing, sailing and more.
Itz'ana is all about adventure and discovering new cultures and environments. Residents can take advantage of the property's many excursions, which includes fishing, sailing and more.
Luxury is enjoying a private pool on the deck of a beach house.
Luxury is enjoying a private pool on the deck of a beach house.