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Roatan, Honduras

Roatan, Honduras Vacations

This paradisiacal Caribbean playground is not only the largest of the Bay Islands of Honduras, but home to the Roatan Barrier Reef, which is part of the second-largest barrier reef on earth. 

Region: Central America

Featured Roatan, Honduras Hotel

Kimpton Grand Roatan Resort & Spa

Kimpton Grand Roatan Resort & Spa

Our 4.5-Star classification designates those properties with well-appointed, deluxe accommodations, extensive amenities and comprehensive guest services. Expect attention to detail and a warm and hospitable staff ready to cater to your needs. These superb properties offer a truly refined getaway. Half star indicates that the hotel/resort meets all criteria of the designated rating and exceeds in certain areas.
Roatan

This tropical island retreat on Roatan has been named one of the Top 25 Hotels in Central America.

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Overview

Roatan is blessed with pristine white-sand beaches, jungle-clad mountain peaks, dynamic coral reefs, and world-class diving and snorkeling. Some of the island’s must-see sights include West Bay Beach, which is ideal for swimming and snorkeling; Gumbalimba Park, an eco-adventure and history park; Punta Gorda, the oldest permanent settlement in Roatan; Oak Ridge, a small seaside community known for its colorful boat houses on stilts; and Arch’s Iguana & Marine Park, home to more than 4,000 iguanas, as well as Capuchin Monkeys, Scarlet Macaws, and Amazon Parrots.

What to See

West Bay Beach – Home to the island’s major resorts, West Bay is widely considered Roatan’s best beach and a mecca for diving and snorkeling, due to its calm, crystal-clear water. 

Gumbalimba Park – Aka “The Untamed Roatan,” Gumbalimba Park is home to free-roaming macaws, white-face monkeys, and native iguanas. Here you will also find a museum, pool, botanical gardens, animal interaction center, and a waterfront. 

Oak Ridge – Often referred to as “The Venice of Roatan” because of its canals, secluded Oak Ridge is a charming seaside village famed for its vivid boat houses. Oak Ridge is the ideal daytrip from anywhere on the island.