What is the water and sand quality of the Sunset Bay?

Sunset Bay has a gray sand and pebble cover. It's relatively clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and pebbles, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at Sunset Bay?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Sunset Bay, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Sunset Bay good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.Sunset Bay does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.There are few boats in the bay.

Is the Sunset Bay good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand mixed with pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Sunset Bay secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Sunset Bay?

The bar is located right on the Sunset Bay.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Irie Hangout Bar & Grill is the closest place located 1000 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Sunset Bay?

There are 44 places to stay in the Sunset Bay area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Sunset Bay include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=346918&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Portsmouth Beach Hotel</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1349025&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Mango Island Lodges</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8688647&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Elue's Inn</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1668315&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Evie Cottage</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2967592&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Kootney Resorts</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9282434&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Spacious, Cozy Two Bedroom Apartment Overlooking the Beach</a></li></ul>

How far is the Sunset Bay from parking?

The Sunset Bay has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

What is the best time of the year to visit Sunset Bay?

The month with the highest temperature in Sunset Bay is September. Its average value reaches 29°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 29°C. The coldest month is February with air temperature 26°C and water 27°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Sunset Bay (Saint Joseph Parish) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Sunset Bay (Saint Joseph Parish) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.

Photo of Sunset Bay with gray sand & pebble surface

Photo of Sunset Bay with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Sunset Bay with partly clean level of cleanliness

Sunset Bay

Morne Raquette, Dominica

5.8

#5 out of 4 in Saint Joseph 1

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Gray sand & pebble Deserted Sand & Pebbles bottom Short walking distance

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Located within the settlement

Morne Rachette • 0.4 km

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Restaurant Sunset Bay Club & SeaSide Dive Resort

9 - Excellent 240m

Restaurant Irie Hangout Bar & Grill

10 - Exceptional 1km

Bar Cecelia Bar And Grill

9.2 - Excellent 1.5km

Restaurant The HIGHWAY PUB

9.8 - Exceptional 1.8km

Bar 767 HIDEAWAY

8.6 - Excellent 2.5km

Restaurant The Tamarind Tree Hotel & Restaurant

8.6 - Excellent 2.8km

Restaurant Dodou Beach Bar

4 - Frustrating 3.6km

Restaurant Varranda Bar & Grill

10 - Exceptional 3.9km

Restaurant Bap's Paradise bistro

10 - Exceptional 3.9km

Tourist Attraction Salisbury Beach

9.2 - Excellent 2.4km

Tourist Attraction Mero beach

8.8 - Excellent 4.2km

Tourist Attraction X Agro Tourism

9 - Excellent 7.8km

Tourist Attraction Rodney's Rock

9.4 - Excellent 8.9km

Tourist Attraction Extreme Dominica

9.1km

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Sunset Bay is located on the Caribbean Sea (part of South Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 5th place out of 4 beaches in the Saint Joseph region 5.7 km away from its center, the city of Saint Joseph. It is one of the beaches of Morne Rachette settlement, just 0.4 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains.

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+28 ^o C +27 ^o C

Air temperature

4.8 M/S

Wind

+29 ^o C

Water temperature

1.9 M

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Located within the settlement

Morne Rachette • 0.4 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Sunset Bay Club & SeaSide Dive Resort

9 - Excellent 240m

Restaurant Irie Hangout Bar & Grill

10 - Exceptional 1km

Bar Cecelia Bar And Grill

9.2 - Excellent 1.5km

Restaurant The HIGHWAY PUB

9.8 - Exceptional 1.8km

Bar 767 HIDEAWAY

8.6 - Excellent 2.5km

Restaurant The Tamarind Tree Hotel & Restaurant

8.6 - Excellent 2.8km

Restaurant Dodou Beach Bar

4 - Frustrating 3.6km

Restaurant Varranda Bar & Grill

10 - Exceptional 3.9km

Restaurant Bap's Paradise bistro

10 - Exceptional 3.9km

Tourist Attraction Salisbury Beach

9.2 - Excellent 2.4km

Tourist Attraction Mero beach

8.8 - Excellent 4.2km

Tourist Attraction X Agro Tourism

9 - Excellent 7.8km

Tourist Attraction Rodney's Rock

9.4 - Excellent 8.9km

Tourist Attraction Extreme Dominica

9.1km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

11km from the beach

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Located at nearest locality

Morne Rachette • 13.6km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 6.3 (Pleasant)

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2.4km

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5.8 Pleasant

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5.9 Pleasant

4.2km

Mero beach

7.7 Very good

5.6km

St Joseph Beach

5.8 Pleasant

10.8km

Ripaton Beach

6 Pleasant

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Coconut Beach

7.8 Very good

13.4km

Chance Beach

5.9 Pleasant

14.6km

Purple Turtle Beach

6 Pleasant

Localities

Nearest

Morne Rachette • 480m

Main locality of province

Saint Joseph • 5.7km

Transport

Airport

DCF • 14.2km

Bus Station

Roseau Bus Station • 18km

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5.8 Pleasant

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