West End is a small village on the west end of Roatán, about 20 minutes from Coxen Hole. It grew into a gathering spot for artists, chefs and dive instructors from around the world, who bring new food and ideas to the island.

A visit is mostly about the water and the walk. The beach runs along the village, and a reef sits a short swim out. Restaurants along the beach serve seafood and Argentinian steaks, and the paved road is lined with shops and small hotels. A walk along the beach to West Bay takes about 45 minutes.

• Watch for motorboats when you swim out from the beach toward the buoys.
• Swimming out from West End requires being a good swimmer.
• Do not confuse West Bay with West End, which is a paved road lined with shops and small hotels.
• Water taxis run during daylight and stop around sunset, and they generally wait for at least four passengers.