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Bahia Principe Beach
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About
Bahia Principe Beach is located on the Caribbean Sea (part of South Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 20th place out of 105 beaches in the Jamaica region 80.3 km away from its center, the city of Kingston. It is one of the beaches of Discovery Bay settlement, just 4.6 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area with very picturesque views.
It is a spacious bay with crystal turquoise water and bright 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, families with children, seniors etc. It is partially crowded during the high season. Moreover, this beach is popular with naturists.
Bahia Principe Beach shoreline is completely occupied by the hotels. The beach facilities are only available to hotel guests. Their list includes, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets, sea pool. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sea kayaking.
Fans of active recreation can take part in beach volleyball.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
6 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Members Beach, which has a rating of 8.7.
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Bahia Principe Beach is located in Jamaica within Discovery Bay, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast, 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.
User reviews
"The staff and food were excellent. If you're traveling without kids, I highly recommend the Luxury side as it offers more options for dining, activities, and other amenities for a small additional fee. The resort is massive and there's always something to keep you entertained, or simply relax and do nothing at all!"
Sara Elizabeth Rivers
"This resort is quite pleasant, although I was disappointed that the pool closed at 7. It was quite hot when we visited, so 7 pm would have been the perfect time to take a dip in the pool. Additionally, there was no shade provided over the pool area. On a positive note, the rooms are generously sized and the staff is friendly and accommodating."
Renee Reynolds
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"The staff and food were excellent. If you're traveling without kids, I highly recommend the Luxury side as it offers more options for dining, activities, and other amenities for a small additional fee. The resort is massive and there's always something to keep you entertained, or simply relax and do nothing at all!"
Sara Elizabeth Rivers
"This resort is quite pleasant, although I was disappointed that the pool closed at 7. It was quite hot when we visited, so 7 pm would have been the perfect time to take a dip in the pool. Additionally, there was no shade provided over the pool area. On a positive note, the rooms are generously sized and the staff is friendly and accommodating."
Renee Reynolds
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Excellent location! Lots of inspiring beaches and accommodation options nearby.
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 8.2 (Very good)
Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand
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Partly hotel beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Salem 2.6 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Salem 2 km
Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Salem 1.4 km
Paid entrance only, Beach resort, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Discovery Bay 0.3 km
Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Salem 0.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Salem 0.6 km
Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Rio Bueno 1.5 km
Paid entrance only, Beach resort, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Braco 2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Priory 0.4 km
Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Fully waves protected
St Ann's Bay 1.6 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Fully waves protected
Silver Sands 0.5 km
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 Bahia Principe Beach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.
In most cases, the question What to do on Bahia Principe 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.
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Home kitchen• 2.8km
- Café D'Ronel-Lunahua...• 2.8km
- A Mi Fi Tell Yuh Lou...• 2.8km
- Flavours Beach Bar a...• 3.2km
Attractions
- Green Grotto Caves• 2.3km
- Purtuceco beach• 2.8km
- Club Jamaica Gaming...• 3.3km
- Royal Palm Estate• 3.5km
Transport
- OCJ• 41km
- Bus Terminus• 7.6km
- Greenvale Railway St...• 41km
Localities
- Discovery Bay• 4.6km
- Kingston• 80.3km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Bahia Principe Beach?
The coastline of Bahia Principe Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun.
What are the key activities at Bahia Principe Beach?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Bahia Principe Beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Activities available on the ground:
- Beach volleyball
Is the Bahia Principe Beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
Bahia Principe Beach is fully protected from waves.
There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Bahia Principe Beach for swimming is very positive.
Is the Bahia Principe Beach good for families?
Yes, the Bahia Principe Beach is good place for families with children. 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 Bahia Principe Beach secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
The following features add extra points:
- Picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding nature
What are the key audiences of Bahia Principe Beach?
Bahia Principe Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Families with children
- Senior people
- FKK / Naturists
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Bahia Principe Beach?
The bar is located right on the Bahia Principe Beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Home kitchen is the closest place located 2800 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Bahia Principe Beach?
There are 208 places to stay in the Bahia Principe Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Bahia Principe Beach include:
- Bahia Principe Luxury Runaway Bay - Adults Only All Inclusive
- TheVista's Runaway Bay Lot749
- Pipers Cove Resort
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Bahia Principe Beach from parking?
The Bahia Principe 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 Bahia Principe Beach?
There are 4 attractions near Bahia Principe Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Green Grotto Caves located in 2.3 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Bahia Principe Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Bahia Principe Beach is June. Its average value reaches 30°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 30°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 26°C and water 28°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Bahia Principe Beach (Jamaica) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.
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