Ocean-View Villas Steps from Honduran Beach

The Mesoamerican Reef is the Atlantic Ocean’s largest reef, stretching 700 miles from the northern tip of Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula to the Bay Islands of Honduras. It’s a top destination for scuba divers—500 species of tropical fish, including the mammoth whale shark, make their homes here. Set on the island of Roatán, the 120-acre, beachfront Palmetto Bay Plantation is ideally situated to serve as a launching pad for trips below the surface.

The ocean is visible from nearly all of the resort’s Balinese-style villas. Feel free to lounge on a hammock outside or whip up a snack in the full kitchen. For recreation, the resort can set up a number of activities, such as sailing and canopy tours. You can head out onto the water in a complimentary kayak or simply stroll on the hotel’s wooden dock, which extends into the bay. Palmetto Bay Plantation can also arrange offsite swims with dolphins, fishing charters, horseback riding, and off-road vehicle beach adventures. The onsite dive shop can also arrange custom dive outings, guided by PADI instructors. This deal’s all-inclusive options come with your choice of a diving or snorkeling outing, which includes equipment rental and a guided tour of the waters.

The resort’s open-air restaurant and bar sits right on the beach. Diners enjoy imported California wines paired with shrimp and fish caught fresh from the sea. Private candlelit dinners on the beach can be arranged for two or more diners, upon request.

Roatán, Honduras: Diver’s Paradise with Dense Jungle Interior

Though Roatán—the largest of Honduras’s Bay Islands—used to be plagued by pirates looting the gold of Spanish galleons, most of the popular shipwrecks were purposefully sunk for divers. But that doesn’t make the many dive sites surrounding the island any less appealing. Walls of coral and more than 800 species of fish have turned them into natural wonders. Starfish, sea turtles, and eels are common sights during scuba-diving and snorkeling trips. The crystal-clear waters contain a wealth of Mayan, Paya, and Garifuna artifacts as well.

Farther inland, dense jungles and grassy hills stretch across the surface of the island. From the secluded bays of Roatán’s East End, you can get a change of scenery by taking winding dirt roads to smaller villages. The towns of Coxen Hole and French Harbour in particular provide a taste of local culture in the form of street vendors, an iguana farm, and shrimp fishers working the docks.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the best way to travel to the hotel from the airport? Juan Manual Gálvez International Airport (RTB) is about 12 miles from the property. A complimentary shuttle to and from the airport is included. Must arrange with resort prior to departure.

2. Is there an additional occupancy fee, or do I have to purchase another Groupon? The standard occupancy of the Orchid, Hibiscus, or Bourgainvillea villas is 4 adults; however an additional guest can stay for no charge. There is an additional fee of $55/adult and $35/kid for the meal plan option. The stanadard and maximum occupancy of a Casa Lenca or Casa de Palmas villa is six adults.

3. Will I be approached to attend a timeshare sales presentation? Groupon customers are never obligated to attend a sales presentation. If you are approached and decline a presentation, you will not lose the value of your Groupon or have to pay additional fees.

4. Which activities and amenities are included in the resort credits? No additional resort credits are offered with this deal.

5. Are dinner reservations required for restaurants? Is there a dress code? For information regarding your dining options, please click here

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