Stay & Dive or Snorkel! Rustic, beach side apartment, steps from the waters edge
Also find us at www.blueislanddiversroatan.com
Casa Descanso is an island style charming apartment on the first floor of our beach home; located on the property of Blue Island Divers (check us out on Trip Advisor, you will not be disappointed). Casa Descanso in Sandy Bay, Roatan is a 2 bedroom, 1 bath apartment, ocean front. Each bedroom has a queen size bed & closet area. The front porch has a covered dining area with ceiling fans, seating for four people and a gas grill. You have full use of the property which includes a private dock, a beach with lounge chairs & hammocks, and a common area at the dive shop. Maz-Kai, a neighborhood favorite restaurant is located on property and also available as an add on for an all-inclusive stay. Our divers paradise is just steps to the dive shop and for non-divers in your group they can relax on the beach in lounge chairs, hammocks or enjoy snorkeling from our pier. Do you have more than 4 in your party? We have 3 other units on property.
Check In begins at 3pm and Check Out is by 11 am. Early check in may be available. This is your home away from home and the entire property is for your use.
Please note this is a diving operation and the filling of scuba tanks is limited between the hours of 8am and 9pm. Most generally this process is completed between 2pm and 5pm. However night dives do require the need to fill tanks at 8 am.
We live on property particular times of the year in the upstairs unit and will be available to assist when needed. Our customer relations staff is available for any assistance when we are not on site. Blue Island Divers is open Monday-Saturday, 7:30am-5:00pm. Sunday's you will have the beach and premises for your use; however, the diving and bar and restaurant are closed.
From 6pm until 6:30am we have a night watchman on property and Sunday for 24 hours a watchman is also on property.
We are located 10 minutes from Coxen hole and 10 minutes to West End in the quiet neighborhood of Sandy Bay. We are steps from the principal road which traverses the entire island. You can walk the beach for approximately a 1/2 mile in each direction and enjoy the tranquil breeze and beautiful mangroves or sand beach.
We have ample parking available if you rent a car; and if not, you're steps from being able to grab a taxi cab at the main road. We have specific taxi drivers available for tours when their schedule allows. Otherwise we recommend grabbing a taxi at the road.
Electricity is included with A/C usage limited to the time spent inside the unit. We request the units are shut off when not indoors. The space is quickly cooled by multiple units when you return. **Many other listings do not include electricity with nightly rental and some do not have air conditioning.****
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
About the area
Roatan
Located in Roatan, this apartment is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Half Moon Bay Beach and West Bay Beach. Blue Harbor Tropical Arboretum and Roatan Institute for Marine Sciences are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and ecotours.
Blue Harbor Tropical Arboretum - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
Roatan Island Brewing Co. - 10 min drive - 10.3 km
Roatan Institute for Marine Sciences - 10 min drive - 3.5 km
Roatan Museum - 11 min drive - 3.9 km
Sandy Bay Beach - 13 min drive - 4.5 km
Getting around
Roatan (RTB-Juan Manuel Galvez Intl.) - 12 min drive
Restaurants
The Blue Parrot Restaurant - 6 min drive
Windjammer Marketplace - 6 min drive
Captain Jack's Ceviche Bar - 6 min drive
2 Dove Over The Sea - 5 min drive
Fort Consolation - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Stay & Dive or Snorkel! Rustic, beach side apartment, steps from the waters edge pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Stay & Dive or Snorkel! Rustic, beach side apartment, steps from the waters edge?
As of 3 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stay & Dive or Snorkel! Rustic, beach side apartment, steps from the waters edge on 1 Jun 2026 start from £92, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Stay & Dive or Snorkel! Rustic, beach side apartment, steps from the waters edge?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Stay & Dive or Snorkel! Rustic, beach side apartment, steps from the waters edge?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Stay & Dive or Snorkel! Rustic, beach side apartment, steps from the waters edge?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Stay & Dive or Snorkel! Rustic, beach side apartment, steps from the waters edge located?
Situated on the beach, this apartment building is within 3 miles (5 km) of Blue Harbor Tropical Arboretum, Roatan Institute for Marine Sciences and Roatan Museum. Carambola Botanical Gardens and Serenity Day Spa are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Everyone was so accommodating and very nice, from the security guards to the dive teams .
Brett S.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2026
Brett,
Thank you for the kind words and thank you for staying with us while visiting Roatan! You were wonderful guests and we would love to have you back someday!
Great place to stay great place to dive. The Entire staff made it a most enjoyable holiday, Thanks everyone
Gerard H.
Stayed 31 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jan 2024
Thank you Gerard for the kind words, we are happy to hear you enjoyed your time with us. Thank you for keeping our place clean and respecting our property, you were a wonderful guest. We hope to see you and your kiddos again one day!
We simply loved staying here once again. The staff are top notch, from the divemasters to the grounds crew. Everyone is friendly and helpful. We especially enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere at Blue Island Divers. We will certainly go back again.
Carly remained in constant contact as we had to rebook due to Covid. She was accommodating and we couldn’t be happier. Zamir and Maria showed us the island and took us to all the hot spots to eat and dance! Simply amazing with breathtaking views! We will be back very soon.
Amy M.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2021
Our staff loved having Amy and her friends staying with us. We had great contact throughout the booking until her arrival due to covid issues but we were happy to change her dates as needed throughout the process. We were able to show them part of the island via boat and snorkeling and even had a fun night with a bonfire. They made their self at home, kept the unit in great shape and was always very friendly to our staff. We hope to see them again!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Michael C.
6 Mar 2018
Amazing dive shop and rental.
We could not have been happier with our stay at Blue Island Divers! They were extremely accommodating and took great care of us. Erik would call a friend of his that had a cab who we were able to trust when driving around the island. The dive staff were fantastic and were always looking for creatures to show us. I can't wait to make a return trip to BID soon!
Michael C.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2016
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Paul K.
11 Feb 2018
Wonderful Adventure
We stayed 3 wonderful night here, and 7 more at their other place. The owners Eric & Carly are gracious and welcoming hosts. The room was rustic but comfortable, clean and as described. Perfect for a quiet vacation getaway. The kitchen has everything needed, the bathroom and shower clean and nice. Didn't need air conditioning, we kept doors open to get the ocean breeze through the double screen doors, and to hear the surf. A guard was on duty from evening until daybreak to keep an eye on things.
The area is clean, well kept and raked often. Large trees shade the grounds and the hammock area nicely with plenty of beach chairs for sun. A long dock ends in a covered area perfect to sip a cool rum punch and watch those fantastic sunsets.
We ate several great meals at the Salty Mango just steps up the hill from our room. To mix it up a bit, it's easy to catch a taxi to West End for an evening walk and a bite to eat.
The beach is clean and sandy. My daybreak walks along the shore was a perfect way to start the day, take water shoes. The waves break on the barrier reef which make for an easy swim from the dock. We snorkeled out to the corals several times during our stay. We also tried the Discover Scuba course offered by the dive shop. What an absolutely amazing experience it was to see the ocean side of the reef wall from 35ft under, highly recommended! Can't wait to get back there.
Paul K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2016
About the host
Hosted by Property management
Owners Eric & Carly and DeWayne & Teri White are from a small Texas town and are living out their dream in Roatan. They hope you love Roatan as much as they do and their team is here to welcome you to the beautiful grounds of Blue Island Divers.
Why they chose this property
Our property is located in a tranquil and convenient neighborhoods for staying and touring the island. As a scuba diver you will enjoy the small groups and option for private boats. Our premises is managed directly by us, not a 3rd party. The property is shaded with almond and coconut trees and native birds and small lizards and iguanas sited daily. As a traveler you will find the most welcoming and comfortable accommodations. We are well known for giving family's some of the most memorable vacations in history.
What makes this property unique
Rent the entire resort for your group or yourself! We can personalize your entire experience including meals, tours, and experiences.
Private boats and instruction upon request. Marriage proposals, birthdays, anniversary's, and scattering of a loved ones ashes are all special events we have experience creating and always enjoy!
We have multiple mission groups we work with and would love to have you assist us. Whether it is drug and alcohol rehab, Christian outreach, and other community outreach programs are available for you to join.