Docking in Roatán for the day? The smartest move for most cruise passengers is a shore tour with port pickup included — and if all you want is a beach day, a private ride from the cruise port to West Bay is $60 per SUV (1–4 passengers) or $80 per van (up to 9), flat rate per vehicle. West Bay sits about 8 miles / 13 km from the Coxen Hole port area, a 25–40 minute drive depending on traffic, so you can be on the sand with most of your shore time still ahead of you.
Start with a tour — port pickup is included
Here's what many first-time cruisers don't know: if you book a tour, you don't need to arrange transportation separately. Every one of our Roatán tours includes pickup and drop-off at your cruise terminal, timed around your ship's schedule. You walk off the ship, your driver is waiting, and the whole day — snorkeling, island highlights, beach time — is handled, including getting you back on board. If you want to actually see Roatán, the tour is the better buy.
Roatán has two cruise ports — know yours
Ships dock at two different terminals on the island:
- Port of Roatán (Town Center), in Coxen Hole, the island's main town. Our Constellation Bay apartments sit right across from this port.
- Mahogany Bay, which is being renamed Isla Tropicale in 2026 — if your cruise documents show either name, it's the same dock.
Check your itinerary before booking and tell us which terminal you're arriving at. Your driver will be waiting at the right one, holding a sign with your name.
Just want the beach? Private ride to West Bay
If your perfect port day is simply Roatán's best beach, we'll get you there. Your ride is 100% private — never shared with other cruisers — and the rate is per vehicle, not per person, so a family of four pays the same $60 as a couple.
| Route (one way) | SUV (1–4) | Van (up to 9) |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise port → West Bay | $60 | $80 |
| Cruise port → West End | $60 | $80 |
Can't decide between the two beach towns? Our guide to West Bay vs West End breaks it down in two minutes.
Guaranteed return to your ship
This is the question that keeps cruisers up at night, so let's settle it: when you book with us, we schedule your return pickup with a comfortable safety margin before all-aboard time. Your driver knows your ship's schedule, watches the clock, and gets you back to the terminal with time to spare. No taxi negotiation at 3 p.m., no sprinting down the pier.
And about those taxis: there's no Uber or Lyft in Roatán, and taxis don't use meters — every fare is a negotiation. A flat-rate private ride booked in advance simply removes the guesswork.
Cruise port transportation FAQs
Which port will my ship dock at in Roatán?
Roatán has two cruise terminals: Port of Roatán (Town Center) in Coxen Hole, and Mahogany Bay, which is being renamed Isla Tropicale in 2026. Check your cruise line's itinerary and let us know — we pick up at both.
How much is transportation from the cruise port to West Bay?
A private ride is $60 for an SUV (1–4 passengers) or $80 for a van (up to 9), per vehicle each way — not per person. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before.
Will I make it back to my ship on time?
Yes. We schedule your return pickup with a safety margin before all-aboard, and your driver tracks your ship's schedule. Getting you back on board is part of the service.
Should I book a tour or just a beach transfer?
If you want to see the island, book a tour — port pickup and drop-off are already included, so there's nothing extra to arrange. The private ride to West Bay is the right pick when all you want is a beach day.
Is there Uber at the Roatán cruise port?
No. There's no Uber or Lyft anywhere in Roatán, and taxis don't use meters, so fares are negotiated on the spot. A pre-booked private transfer gives you a flat, guaranteed price.
Make your port day easy
Book your cruise port ride on our Roatán transfers page or message us on WhatsApp at +504 8801 5770 — we reply fast, in English or Spanish. Staying on the island before or after your cruise? We also cover the airport to West Bay transfer.