Crescent beach

8.7

/ 10 Excellent

#1 out of 1
in High Rock Estates

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Crescent beach is in the 1th place out of 1 beaches in the Cayman Islands region The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a small several bays coastline with crystal turquoise water and golden sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Crescent beach shoreline is completely occupied by the hotels. The beach facilities are only available to hotel guests. Their list includes, changing rooms, showers, toilets. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, snorkeling, sea kayaking.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Cayman Villas beach, which has a rating of 7.6.

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Water

Exceptional

9.5/10

Cover

Pleasant

6.2/10

Cleanliness

Good

7/10

Amenities

Poor

3/10

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Crescent beach is located in Cayman Islands within High Rock Estates, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

The beach stretches on the coast of the Grand Cayman, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

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What to do in Crescent beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

When it comes to what to do in Crescent beach, it's impossible not to mention an insanely popular activity: snorkeling. The coastal waters of the region are full of interesting views, which can be observed through a snorkeling mask. Well, if you do not have the necessary equipment for snorkeling - everything can be purchased at the nearby shops.

Beach surroundings

Restaurants Attractions Transport Localities

Restaurants

Blue Rock Restaurant...• 12 min walk

Attractions

Lovers Wall - Grand...• 13 min walk
The Blowholes• 2.7km
Mastic Trail• 4.5km

Transport

GCM• 21.5km

There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Crescent beach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.

In most cases, the question What to do on Crescent beach implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.

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What is the water and sand quality of the Crescent beach?

The coastline of Crescent beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun.

What are the key activities at Crescent beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Crescent beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

The Crescent beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

Snorkeling

Is the Crescent beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The area has the high prevalence of sharks so all swimmers should be very careful.

Crescent beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

So the overall recommendation of the Crescent beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Crescent beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. The beach is owned by hotel so its guests have access to the entire infrastructure. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Crescent beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Crescent beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Crescent beach.

There are 1 restaurants nearby.Blue Rock Restaurant and Lounge is the closest place located 1000 meters from the beach.

How far is the Crescent beach from parking?

The Crescent beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Crescent beach?

There are 3 attractions near Crescent beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Lovers Wall - Grand Cayman located in 1 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Crescent beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Crescent beach is August. Its average value reaches 30°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 30°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 26°C and water 27°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Crescent beach (Cayman Islands) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Crescent beach (Cayman Islands) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.