Bananarama Dive & Beach Resort - West Bay

PADI 5-Star Dive Resort on West Bay Beach

Diving & Water Sports

Bananarama Dive & Beach Resort operates a PADI 5-Star Dive Center that offers all courses from discover scuba diver to divemaster. Guests can arrange deep sea fishing tours, parasailing, fly boarding, and snorkelling tours directly from the resort. The dive shop rents well-maintained equipment and keeps dive groups small for a more personal experience on Roatan's reefs.

Dining

Three on-site restaurants include Pizzarama with brick oven pizza, The Thirsty Turtle beach bar and grill, and The Vintage Pearl Restaurant and Wine Cellar. The Vintage Pearl houses the largest wine cellar on Roatán Island with a diverse selection of wines. Daily food and drink specials are offered, and the included breakfast is a plated a la carte menu with Honduran options.

Entertainment & Activities

Evening entertainment includes movie nights, music trivia, live music, karaoke, crab races that support local nonprofits, and fire dancing. The resort also provides access to water sports like jet skis and water taxis right from the beach. Happy hour deals are available daily at the beach bar, and the grounds have a sandy courtyard used for romantic weddings.

Accommodations

Bananarama Resort offers diverse room choices including beachfront and garden view rooms, all with air conditioning, a safe, and microwave. Some rooms include a kitchen or kitchenette, a terrace or balcony, and a hammock. Every room is less than a one-minute walk to the beach, and the resort provides free beach chairs and umbrellas for all guests.

Location & Transportation

Bananarama beach resort sits directly on West Bay Beach, 6 miles from Juan Manuel Gálvez Airport. The hotel offers airport pickup and drop-off, shuttle service, and a tour desk for arranging excursions. Nearby attractions include Gumbalimba Park, Utila and Corozal Islands, and local waterfront dining and shopping options.

• Diving: PADI 5-Star Dive Center with all courses from beginner to divemaster
• Dining: Three restaurants including The Vintage Pearl with largest wine cellar on Roatán
• Entertainment: Crab races, fire dancing, live music, and karaoke on-site
• Rooms: Beachfront and garden view options with kitchenettes and hammocks
• Activities: Parasailing, deep sea fishing, zip line, and snorkelling tours arranged
• Location: Directly on West Bay Beach, 6 miles from airport with shuttle service