Blue Bahia Resort Roatan

It’s very easy to get mixed up with the names West End and West Bay on the island of Roatan.  However, make no mistake about it, they are two very different places!  So if you’re planning on meeting up with friends, make sure you’re sure whether it’s West End or West Bay or you may have a tough time finding each other. Simply put, West Bay is known for its beach and Roatan, Honduras resorts , whereas West End is known for its village and small hotels.  They’re about a 10 minute drive away from each other, or a similar amount of time if you take a water taxi.  West End is closer to the cruise ship terminals, whereas West Bay is at the tip of the island. West End Village West End Village is a mile long strip of road that’s dotted with small hotels, convenience stores, dive shops, souvenir stores, bars, lounges and restaurants.  The area has a bohemian vibe and really lights up at night time.  If you’re looking for nightlife, West End is where it’s ...

When staying at Roatan resorts you’ll notice all kinds of dive shops, outfitters and scuba lessons on offer.  The fact is that Roatan is one of the premiere diving areas in the world. With the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef, the world’s second largest reef system, just offshore, the sealife viewing opportunities for divers are incredible.  If you’re an experienced diver or you’re looking to learn, Roatan offers some of the lowest diving prices anywhere in the world. For those ready to take the plunge, here’s a list of some of the best dive sites off Roatan . El Aguila El Aguila is an intentionally sunken cargo ship that rests under 100 feet of water.  It’s been there for over 20 years and as such, plays host to a thick bed of coral and plenty of fish including grouper, eels, parrotfish and more.  The ship has come apart into three sections which allows for exploration of some of the wreck’s inner spaces without the need for wreck diving certification. ...

You can be guaranteed you won’t be hard up for things to do in Roatan. No matter where you are, with all the places to stay in Roatan , you won’t be far from some sort of action. If you’re looking for some tips, check out this list of some of the more popular activities. Scuba Diving Roatan is known for some of the cheapest scuba diving in the world. Add to that fact that the world’s second largest coral reef is just offshore makes Roatan a diver’s paradise. This is a great place to get certified as well as an exciting diving spot for the more experienced. There are an abundance of diving shops to help you get set for the ocean. Snorkeling You don’t need to scuba dive to take advantage of the incredible marine life that the coral reef offers. It’s possible to swim out to the reef from places like West Bay Beach. This is one of the more popular placesto stay in Roatan . Even if you don’t make it out all the way to the reef, Roatan’s sh...

From the moment you have booked your Roatan hotel and vacation, all that is left to do is count down the days until your exciting tropical vacation! Thankfully, there is plenty of information to read online about our beautiful island and especially the amazing Mesoamerican Barrier reef that we are so fortunate to be surrounded by. But, if you are like so many of us, the whole reason you are going on vacation is because you are overworked and stressed out! For that reason, we decided to list 5 must know and interesting facts about our paradise so that you can save your precious time and still be prepared for when you arrive to your Roatan hotel for what to expect on the island. Roatan is 33 miles long and up to 4 miles wide. We are a small island but we are never short on taxis (both car and boat)! In the early 1800’s, Roatan and the Bay Islands were a British Colony. Roatan was home to thousands of pirates and has a rich pirate history. The main town in fact, Cox...

Although a fairly recent up and coming travel destination, Roatan should be on everyone’s top list of places to visit. The enticing turquoise ocean, pristine white sand beaches, and basking tropical sun are alluring and postcard perfect. Even better is that getting to Roatan doesn’t cost a fortune, thanks to the numerous direct flights from Canada and the United States. If you need a few more reasons before you dust off your passport, here you go: Scuba Diving Located off of the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef, which is the second largest in the world, the diving in Roatan is second to none. Turtles, Eagle Rays, Sharks, Dolphins, Sea Horses and more – every dive is a new and exciting underwater experience. The year-round warm water makes it possible to even dive without a wetsuit and the crystal clear waters make discovering coral reefs along with their plentiful tropical fish a fascinating pastime. Accommodations There are plenty of  Roatan resorts  to suit every t...

The Blue Bahia is a small, eco-friendly, boutique resort located in Sandy Bay on the Island of Roatan, 40 miles off the Honduran coast. We offer private, beachfront  Roatan accommodations  that provide the perfect backdrop to relax and enjoy your Caribbean vacation. If you are seeking privacy and beachfront access away from the crowds, hustle and bustle, look no further. Our unique Roatan accommodations are perched amongst a vivid jungle landscape, all just minutes away from vibrant West End and West Bay beach. Each of our upscale  Roatan condo style accommodations offers first-class service including private bathrooms, daily maid service, air-conditioning, cable TV, Wi-Fi, and more. When you choose Blue Bahia’s pristine eco-lodging, you are just steps away from our stunning white sand beach and crystal clear turquoise ocean. We have it all; a great on-the-beach location, wonderful accommodations, a refreshing swimming pool, onsite dive shop, and one of the most ta...