Looking for a long term rental? Deciding where to stay can be a tricky task when you take all the important factors into account. So, in order to help you make the best possible decision and hopefully save you from some unnecessary complications, we’ve created a guide to choosing your best long term vacation rental on Roatan!
There are some important questions to answer before choosing your long term rental… Full warning – once you arrive to the island, you may find yourself answering these questions on a regular basis as you meet new people. We are a friendly bunch here on Roatan!
“What brings you to Roatan?”
First things first, consider why you are coming to the island. Are you coming to take advantage of your remote working position? Are you becoming a Dive Master or doing other SCUBA courses? Taking on a volunteer position? Looking to get a feel for the island before making the final decision to move to our piece of Caribbean paradise?
The reason for your visit will dictate the best possible location for your stay…
For example, f you’re working from ‘home’, you may find that the quiet community of Sandy Bay is your best option.
If you’re coming to the island to complete a dive course – you will most likely want to stay in West End as it is home to dozens of dive shops. If you’re doing your course at a shop that is locate outside of West End, then we recommend getting familiar with the area of the dive shop and stay close to reduce your daily travel time and expense.
Although we’re a small island, we definitely recommend choosing to stay in or near the area where you will be most active in the community – it just makes life easier in the long run.
“How long are you staying on the island?”
Having a fairly good idea of the length of your stay will help you choose where to stay. A long term rental can look quite different when you picture yourself staying for 3 months versus 1 year…
Keeping in mind that plans change – and change and change again – having a solid game plan can help you decide on your budget, ideal location and necessary amenities.
Long term rentals can last anywhere from 1 month to a yearly lease.
“What’s on your Must-Have list?”
Deciding ahead of time what you can and cannot live without will make the transition to island life a lot easier! As you can imagine, each persons list is very different and so knowing yours is important for us to assist you in finding the perfect long term rental on Roatan.
Are you someone who no matter the weather needs a hot shower at the end of the day? Do you imagine waking up to the sounds of the jungle each morning? Need the best wifi connection possible? Is proximity to the beach a real deal-breaker for you?
Whatever you list is, chances are that there is a property to match. The headaches arise only when these needs are not addressed in the beginning, so make sure you give some thought as to what is on your ‘must-have’ list.
With these 3 questions answered, we have a much better idea of what your ideal property may be.
Long Term Rentals inventory changes often so its best to work with our reservation team to see what is available for your timeframe and budget.
