Royal Caribbean Beach Club Paradise Island Review (2026): Is It Worth It?
- Jan 27
- 5 min read
We visited Royal Caribbean’s Royal Beach Club Paradise Island in Nassau, Bahamas on January 5, 2026 during a 6‑night sailing on Oasis of the Seas. As some of the first guests to experience this brand‑new, all‑inclusive beach club, we’re breaking down pricing, food, drinks, crowds, transportation, and whether it’s actually worth the money.
If you're cruising to Nassau and debating this excursion, here’s the full, honest review.
What Is Royal Beach Club Paradise Island?
Royal Beach Club Paradise Island is Royal Caribbean’s private, all‑inclusive beach club experience in Nassau. It combines a resort‑style beach day with unlimited food, drinks, entertainment, and beach amenities — all reserved for cruise guests.
Think: Chill luxury beach + Vegas pool party + cruise drink package energy.
Royal Beach Club Paradise Island Price
Pricing varies based on demand and how you book:
Typical cost: $130–$250 per person
What we paid: $135 per person (bundled pre‑cruise with our Deluxe Beverage Package)
What’s Included in the Day Pass
Round‑trip ferry transportation
Unlimited food at Paradise Grill
Open bar (alcoholic & non‑alcoholic drinks)
Beach loungers, umbrellas, towels, sunscreen
Lockers, showers and Wi‑Fi (wifi was clutch bc we do not buy ship wi-fi!)
Entertainment, DJs, games, and performances
Important: 18% gratuity is included when booking through RC, but you cannot tip extra on your SeaPass. Bring small cash if you’d like to tip bartenders or servers- service was amazing!
How to Get to Royal Beach Club Paradise Island
After docking in Nassau, guests take a dedicated ferry to the beach club. We docked at 8am so acess to the Beach CLub was available at 8:30am.
Ferry Tips
Bring your SeaPass card and passport/ID
It’s a bit of a walk from the ship to the ferry pier
Ferries are large, covered, and comfortable
(We experienced a 30‑minute delay due to a temporary power outage on the island earlier that morning. Not ideal, but things improved significantly once we arrived.)
Chill Beach vs Party Cove vs Family Beach: Which Area Is Better?
The island is split into 3 distinct vibes.
Chill Beach (Relaxing Vibes)
Quieter atmosphere, almost no music playing
Rows of free loungers and quiet cabanas for purchase
Easy ocean access, close to ferry- less walking
Nearby pool with a swim‑up bar and chill music, calm crowd
This is where we spent most of our time. Plenty of seating was still available even mid‑morning as we arrived at 11am.
Party Cove (Loud, High Energy)
If you want a Vegas party resort atmosphere, this is your spot.
Resident DJ all day playing jams from early 2000's to reggae to 80's hits
The Floating Flamingo: World's Largest Swim‑up bar! Split in two with SO MANY fun Bartenders!
Bartender dance‑offs, drinks flowing, bottles flying
Pool games, live performers, Bahimian Dancers
Kids are allowed, but the energy is clearly adult‑focused.
Family Beach: (All‑Ages Fun Without the Party Chaos)
Family Beach is the all‑ages zone that balances energy and relaxation, making it a great middle ground between Chill Beach and Party Cove.
Shallow heated pool perfect for kids and casual lounging
Plenty of soft sand for beach games and playtime
Lawn and beach games available throughout the area
Upbeat but not overwhelming music setting a fun, easygoing vibe
Same excellent, attentive service you’ll find across the island
This area keeps things lively without turning into a full‑blown party scene, making it ideal for families or anyone who wants activity without the DJ‑level volume of Party Cove.
Royal Beach Club Drink Options
Good news: No matter where you are, a bar is always just steps away.
Drinks are ordered using your SeaPass, just like on the ship.
What’s Available
Signature cocktails like the Goombay Smash and Mama Mojito
Full mixed drink menu inlcuding Tito's, Captain Morgan, Patron, Jameson, JackDaniel's and more.
Frozen Specialty Cocktails and Cocktail Menu
Soda (coke products) and mocktails like virgin margaritas and pina coladas
Local Bahamian beer Kalik & Sands (no major domestic brands)
Only 2 wine options: Louis Phillipe Pinot Grigio & Merlot
Downsides
No bottled water, only cups of water available and water taste was noticeably different from the ship
NO COFFEE!!!! And this is a big oversight.
There is no coffee anywhere on the island, even though the beach club opens in the morning. If you need caffeine, bring coffee from the ship in a travel mug before getting off.
Food Review (Paradise Grill)
There are multiple Paradise Grill locations across the island, and all serve the same menu.
The food is solid and satisfying, though not luxury‑resort level. There’s enough variety to comfortably eat two full meals during your visit, with Bahimian local options and some healthy options as well.
Wide variety of savory options, good dressings and dips
Hot sauce available everywhere
Cookies and small desserts
Soft‑serve ice cream including Vanilla Dole Whip swirl
This is more “fun vacation food” than gourmet, but perfect for a long beach day with drinks.
Service, Cleanliness, and Overall Atmosphere
This is where Royal Caribbean shines.
The island feels brand new and spotless
Staff were consistently friendly and attentive
Employees were always cleaning, checking in, and helping guests
Despite the early power outage, the service level stayed high throughout the day.
Leaving Royal Beach Club Paradise Island
Departure was less smooth than arrival. Ferries dropped us at a different part of Nassau port, which meant a longer walk before returning to the ship. You do have the option for some quick shopping in port to grab a Bahama Souviener.
Best Way to Book Royal Beach Club Paradise Island
Book before your cruise and bundle it with your Deluxe Beverage Package.
Our bundled rate worked out to just $19 per day extra, which is an excellent value.
Do not wait to book onboard. Prices are significantly higher on the ship.
Is Royal Beach Club Paradise Island Worth It?
For us: yes.
This excursion makes sense if you plan to:
Drink multiple cocktails throughout the day
Eat at least two meals
Enjoy either a party pool or a relaxing beach setup
At discounted pre‑cruise pricing, the value is strong. At the highest price tiers, it becomes more of a luxury splurge. Always book drink packages, excusrions and specialty dining BEFORE your cruise!
If you've never been to a Beach Club this is going to be top tier. They don't get better than this, from Vegas to Ibiza, Royal Caribbean really hit it out of the park with this one.
For a brand‑new destination and after a few improvements: especially adding coffee and smoothing out transportation logistics, Royal Caribbean has made this one of the best Nassau cruise port day options available.
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