Local Beaches on Vieques Island

Cast away in the turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea, W Retreat & Spa - Vieques Island is nestled delicately in the pristine beauty of Vieques Island. With tropical weather and endless sunshine, W Retreat is an idyllic retreat and romantic playground. Beneath the surface manta rays mingle with sea turtles and starfish pose for perfect pictures. 

The island of Vieques offers a generous menu of unspoiled beaches that allow you to take in tropical paradise. Every effort has been made to preserve the natural beauty, marine life and delicate ecosystem of these beaches.

EXPLORE YOUR FAVORITE LOCAL BEACH JUST MINUTES FROM OUR RETREAT

Sun Bay Beach (5M) - On the south side of the island near Esperanza, this beach is an excellent swimming beach with restroom facilities and showers.

Media Luna Beach (5M) - Also know as ‘half moon bay' this long beach extends around the bay with calm, shallow waters perfect for swimming.  Picnic tables and pavilions make this a great beach to spend the entire day.

Navio Beach (7M) -  This south-side beach has strong surf and is popular amongst the locals.

Punta Arenas Beach (6M) - Also known as Green Beach, this beach is located on the west end of the island within the Fish & Wildlife preserve and is only open during daylight hours.  Picnic pavilions are available.

Bahia La Chiva (8M)- Also known as Blue Beach - is midway into the Fish & Wildlife preserve on the east end of the island.  It is a long beach with soft sand and calm surf.   You can kayak out to Isla Chiva for some of the best snorkeling on Vieques Island.

Playa Caracas or Bahía Corcho (5M)- or Red Beach - is one of the most popular beaches on the island with restroom facilities and picnic pavilions.  Arrive early to get a prime spot.

Playa Grande (5M)- This picturesque beach with very strong surf is located on the south side of the island and is a popular fishing spot for locals.

Mosquito Pier (1.5M) - A mile long pier on the north side of the island just west of the airport.  The beaches to the west are very calm and a popular place to see Starfish in the water.