Roatan
Country: Honduras · Region: Western Caribbean · Currency: Honduran Lempira
Roatán is the largest of Honduras's Bay Islands, a major cruise destination featuring white-sand beaches, the second-largest barrier reef in the world, and excellent snorkeling and diving opportunities.
Top sights
West Bay Beach, Anthony's Key Resort dolphins, Carambola Botanical Gardens, Camp Bay Beach, Hole in the Wall restaurant, Mangrove forests
Things to do
- Carambola Botanical Gardens
- Located in Sandy Bay with botanical gardens and caves to explore.
- Anthony's Key Resort
- Features a dolphin show and Marine Science Museum in Sandy Bay.
- Camp Bay Beach Adventure Lodge
- Located on Camp Bay Beach, the largest beach in the Bay Islands, offering free beach access and serving as a depot for snorkeling, diving, and mangrove kayak tours.
- Mahogany Bay
- A cruise ship stop outside of French Harbor with a nice beach and views of two rusting shipwrecks.
Beaches
- West Bay Beach
- Features powder-white sand with excellent snorkeling near the reef, particularly at Tabyana Beach, and is known for beautiful sunsets.
- Camp Bay Beach
- The largest natural beach on all the Bay Islands with free access and both resort and restaurant facilities.
Where to eat
- Tasty Tarpon Restaurant
- Located on Camp Bay Beach, offering grilled food and beverages.
- Blue Parrot
- Restaurant located in Sandy Bay.
Bars and nightlife
- Asylum bar & grill
- Located on a palapa over the water in Camp Bay, serving beer and grilled food.
Forecast for Roatan
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Weather in Roatan by month
Averages from 2015 to 2024, not a forecast. Within about two weeks of a date, the live forecast above is the one to trust.
| Month | Average high | Average low | Rainfall | Wet days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F | 76°F | 5.5 in | 18 |
| February | 79°F | 76°F | 3.4 in | 12 |
| March | 80°F | 78°F | 2.3 in | 9 |
| April | 82°F | 79°F | 1.4 in | 7 |
| May | 83°F | 81°F | 1.0 in | 5 |
| June | 84°F | 81°F | 2.6 in | 10 |
| July | 83°F | 80°F | 2.6 in | 15 |
| August | 84°F | 81°F | 3.5 in | 15 |
| September | 85°F | 81°F | 4.3 in | 18 |
| October | 83°F | 80°F | 12.0 in | 22 |
| November | 81°F | 78°F | 12.8 in | 23 |
| December | 80°F | 77°F | 9.0 in | 22 |
Getting around
From the cruise pier in Coxen Hole, use taxis, buses (every 15 minutes to West End), water taxis (US$5 between West Bay and West End), or rent a scooter.
What to eat
West End and West Bay have good restaurants; try the Tasty Tarpon at Camp Bay Beach Adventure Lodge or the Asylum bar & grill at Camp Bay.
Tips
Bargain with taxi drivers and avoid shopping when cruise ships are docked, as prices typically double or quadruple.
Best for
Snorkeling, diving, beaches
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