A week in Roatán is just enough time to enjoy the island’s beautiful beaches, stunning snorkeling, and laid-back Caribbean charm. We like to split our trip between West Bay for the beach and West End for its Central American vibe. Here’s your ideal Roatán itinerary with our favorite restaurants, activities, and lodging options for every budget.
Sandy Bay is an area of Roatán Island that you may hear about in your planning, but it’s not as popular as West End or West Bay. This town is located north of West End and has a mix of residential homes, small hotels, dive resorts, and a few notable attractions. We’ve only been to Sandy Bay once, but here’s what stood out and what…
West End has the best variety of food and nightlife on Roatan island. You can walk from one end to the other in about 15 minutes, passing everything from waterfront grills and street food stalls to upscale fusion restaurants. Most places are casual, with open-air seating and friendly service, which creates the perfect beach vibe. Here are our favorite spots we go back to every…
Roatán Island, which is located off the coast of Honduras in the Caribbean, is warm year-round with average highs in the mid-80s°F (29°C). The main things to consider when picking travel dates are rainfall, crowds, and prices. We’ve visited in all seasons and definitely have our favorite. Here’s what you can expect in each season.
We love Roatán. It’s a place where tourism is a major part of the economy, and locals are welcoming and friendly. Like most destinations, however, it has areas where you’ll want to be aware of your surroundings. We’ve spent considerable time over the years in both West End and West Bay — two of the most popular spots for visitors — and we’ve never felt…
We love the West Bay area of Roatan Island. It’s small and relaxing and offers the best snorkeling right from the shore. It also has some great restaurants and bars. West Bay’s food scene is a mix of casual beach bars, fun night spots, and a few upscale splurges. Most are easy to reach on foot if you’re staying in West Bay, and all have…
Are you planning a trip to Roatan Island? It’s one of our favorite spots in the world, and we recommend splitting your time between West Bay and West End. West End has a more local and bohemian vibe than West Bay and is perfect for travelers focused on diving. You won’t find a long sandy beach here, but you will find great restaurants, lively bars,…
Rio de Janeiro is the perfect spot to mix relaxation, sightseeing, and nightlife. And there’s no better base than the Hotel Emiliano – a stylish Small Luxury Hotels property right in the heart of Copacabana Beach and just a short stroll to Ipanema. We spent five nights here and loved every minute. Here’s why we loved it and how we saved nearly $300 a night…
West Bay is one of the most popular areas to stay in Roatán for a reason: calm blue water, a sandy beach that’s easy to walk, and some of the best snorkeling right from the shore. We’ve stayed at a range of hotels here, from higher-end resorts to smaller, budget-friendly options. Here are some of the top spots in this area for beach vibes and…
We’ve stayed in more than 70 apartments around the world — many through Airbnb — and we all know they don’t always live up to the pictures or inflated reviews. That’s why we wanted to boil it down to our favorite 10 that you can still book today. Are they all perfect? No. But we find that Airbnbs offer an affordable and comfortable way to…
