About Dominica

Sandy beaches, clear turquoise water and mountain landscapes - all this is magnificent Dominica. Mountains and sea - a powerful mixture that takes the breath away from even the most sophisticated traveler! Please don't say we didn't warn you!

Dominica Best beaches

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Good for Relax

Coconut Beach

Portsmouth 2.7 km
Good
7.8
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Brown sand • Turquoise pure water • Deserted
5.5 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Batibou Bay

Bense 1.1 km
Good
7.7
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Bright fine sand • Turquoise pure water • Distant parking
0.5 Amenities index
Senior friendly

Mero beach

Mero 0.1 km
Good
7.7
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Gray sand • Turquoise pure water • Sand bottom
5.5 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Purple Turtle Beach

Portsmouth 1.1 km
Pleasant
6
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Brown sand • Turquoise pure water • Deserted
2.7 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Number One Beach

Calibishie 1.2 km
Pleasant
6
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Brown sand • Turquoise pure water • Deserted
1 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Ripaton Beach

Portsmouth 3.3 km
Pleasant
6
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Brown sand • Turquoise pure water • Deserted
1 Amenities index

Calm, measured rest and the sound of waves are perhaps the most common associations that arise with the word "beach". This is not surprising, as relaxation is exactly what many beach travelers are looking for. If you associate your vacation primarily with such activity, choose one of the 14 beaches in the country.

To make your choice easier, we have prepared a list of the best beaches for relaxation in Dominica.

Attraction and Infrastructure

As for the main features of the beaches of Dominica, they are as follows:

  • The country's beaches are mainly narrow, moderate length and have a medium level of cleanliness. The most common surface is sand of gray color.
  • Usually, entry into the water is moderately gentle, such beaches are 13.
  • The average distance from the road to beach in Dominica is less than 500 meters. 14 beaches are relatively easy to access.

The vast majority of Dominica beaches have the necessary amenities, such as sun loungers, umbrellas, beach cafes, showers and toilets.

Latest reviews on Dominica's beaches

Mero beach
8 Etienne Joel

The beach at Mero has experienced notable changes as a result of hurricanes and the disappearance of the jetty and nearby hotel. Additionally, the beach features gray sand.

Purple Turtle Beach
6 Nyx L.

The food at the beach restaurant wasn't terrible, but it didn't quite match up to the quality of the more affordable local eateries. For half the price, you can enjoy bigger portions and additional sides elsewhere. Although the restaurant is conveniently located on the beach and the staff is friendly, I've had more delicious meals at other places for a fraction of the cost.

Pagua Bay Beach
10 Mira Lawson

My husband and I stayed at Pagua Bay House for 5 days. The only reason we didn't stay longer was because Pagua Bay House was fully booked and we couldn't extend our stay. From the moment Sheldon, the manager, picked us up at the airport until the morning we left on 2/6, it was an absolutely delightful experience. Everyone at Pagua Bay House, including the owners Alicia and Rick, the manager Sheldon, the restaurant servers Vernel, Kimmy, Lauren, and the chef Lisa, as well as the housekeeper, were incredibly friendly, helpful, and made us feel completely welcome and comfortable. The location of Pagua Bay House was perfect for us, just steps away from the Atlantic Ocean. The rooms were clean, the beds were comfortable, and the screened windows allowed us to listen to the soothing sound of the ocean all night long, like a lullaby. Every morning, Alicia was available during breakfast to assist us in planning our daily activities. She helped us find drivers as we didn't feel confident enough to drive in Dominica, considering the UK-style driving and narrow, winding roads with potholes. Alicia also made reservations for us at restaurants that we loved and were conveniently located for our day's activities. She even organized cost-sharing for drivers with other guests who had similar preferences. All the drivers she arranged for us, Reggie, Jeremy, and Elvis, were warm, friendly, knowledgeable, and very accommodating. Alicia also arranged for a small group of three guests, including us, to attend the opening of Marigot's Carnival on February 4th at 5:00 AM. It was an incredible and joyful experience for everyone. Despite being outsiders, we felt completely welcomed and safe during the festivities. We danced continuously with the locals until 11:00 AM, which was a highlight of our amazing experiences in Dominica. The Pagua Bay restaurant is situated beautifully on a hill with a stunning view of the Atlantic Ocean. The food was excellent, and the servers were charming. Words cannot express how much we enjoyed our time at Pagua Bay House. We are already planning to return next year.

Sunset Bay
10 Landon Thorne

We only had dinner at that beach, but it was definitely one of the best on Dominica! They serve delicious lobster, octopus, pasta, and great wine. It's a lovely spot to enjoy a meal, drinks, and the evening. I highly recommend it!

Coconut Beach
10 Dana Reyes

A great spot to spend time with loved ones, the beach boasts brown sand that adds to its charm.

Batibou Bay
10 Lemzo O.

The beach could easily be considered the best in Dominica. Additionally, the sand is of a golden, fine texture that adds to the overall appeal.

Finding hotels in relative proximity to the beaches is usually fine. Many beaches have enough nearby accommodation, which gives good opportunities to choose the right place to stay.

Do you know how many beaches there are in Dominica? In total there are 14 beaches and the most popular is Coconut Beach.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the main features of best beaches in Dominica?

When it comes to finding the best beaches in Dominica, the following aspects should be taken into account.

There are 14 beaches in total, of which about 0 can be called high-rated.

The best beaches in the majority:

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To find the beaches closest to your current geolocation, click the Nearby Beaches icon in the search box. You will see the nearest beaches sorted by distance from you.

Note, that if you only want to see the beaches closest to you in Dominica, you must be in that area to get the correct results.

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How to view all beaches in Dominica on map?

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What are all easy accessible beaches in Dominica?

Most of the beaches located in Dominica are easily accessible, but there are also hard to reach beaches among them. Use the filter to sort the beaches by access details (parking, distance etc.).

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How to view all sandy beaches or beaches with other natural features in Dominica?

Use the "Main features" section of the filter in search results to see all the beaches with the feature you're interested in.

The most popular selections of beaches with natural features are listed below. Don't forget that you can create your own selection with any combination of features

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How to find uncrowded beaches in Dominica?

The presence of crowds of tourists on the beach these days is becoming a mass character, and sometimes you want silence and solitude. Use the filter in search results to view the beaches in Dominica by occupancy.

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How to view all beaches by activity of interest in Dominica?

Use the "Activity" section of the filter in search results to view the selections of beaches by one or multiple activities. Below are a few popular selections that you can change as you like using our filter.

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