Where the ship docks
- Port of Roatán (Town Center), Coxen Hole: in the island's main town, where Royal Caribbean says its ships generally dock. If several ships are in, some guests may tender.
- Isla Tropicale (formerly Mahogany Bay): Carnival's destination, with two berths, shops, restaurants, a chairlift and the Mangrove Bay pool area, per Carnival.
- Your cruise documents name your pier.
Getting around
- Taxis wait at both piers; agree on the fare first.
- West Bay and West End are a taxi ride away.
Things to do near the pier
- Beach time at West Bay, snorkel trips on the reef, and island tours.
- Shops at the pier welcome areas.
Money and safety basics
- Honduras uses the lempira. US dollars are commonly accepted in tourist areas; carry small bills.
- Check the State Department travel advisory for Honduras before you go.
All-aboard tips
- All aboard: Use the all-aboard time printed in your cruise app or daily planner, and set your phone to ship's time; the ship won't wait for late guests on independent tours.
- Carry your SeaPass card and a photo ID ashore.
- Check ID requirements with your cruise line and travel.state.gov / CBP before you sail.
FAQs
Do you tender or dock in Roatán?
Usually you dock. At the Port of Roatán, some ships tender when several are in port the same day.
Which pier does my ship use in Roatán?
Check your cruise documents. Royal Caribbean, Celebrity and Norwegian use the Port of Roatán (Town Center) at Coxen Hole, per Royal Caribbean and the Roatán Tourism Bureau. Carnival ships use Isla Tropicale (formerly Mahogany Bay).
How do I get to West Bay from the cruise port?
By taxi or tour.
What currency is used in Roatán?
The lempira. US dollars are commonly accepted in tourist areas.
Is there a beach at the Roatán cruise port?
Isla Tropicale has its own beach, reached by chairlift or path. From Coxen Hole, take a taxi to a beach.
Do I need a passport in Roatán?
Check ID requirements with your cruise line and [travel.state.gov](https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports.html) / [CBP](https://www.cbp.gov/travel/us-citizens/sea-travel) before you sail.
How early should I return to the ship in Roatán?
Follow the all-aboard time in your cruise app and leave a buffer for island traffic.
Is Roatán safe for cruisers?
Check the State Department's Honduras advisory and use licensed operators.
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