Bidding singlehood goodbye is a major life event. If you want to create an ocean of magical memories about it, consider holding your bachelorette bridal party by the beach. Without further ado, here are the best beach bachelorette party destinations in the US — and beyond.
1. Miami, Florida
No list of the best beach bachelorette party destinations in the US is complete without Miami. It offers white sand, clear-water beaches — and a bustling nightlife to complete your girls’ getaway.
Attractions to Visit: South Beach, Ocean Drive, Española Way, Miami Brew Bus, Booze Cruise
Where To Stay: Faena Hotel, 1 Hotel South Beach, SLS South Beach, The Setai, Kimpton Sufcomber Hotel
2. Malibu, California
There’s a good reason celebrities — in droves — live in Malibu. A city west of Los Angeles, it’s known for its celebrity homes and beaches, including wide and sandy Zuma Beach. To the east is Malibu Lagoon State Beach, known as Surfrider Beach for its waves. The gorgeous shorelines of Malibu are the perfect place to soak up the sun and take snaps with your lovely ladies. You can also visit nearby parks and attractions to get closer to nature.
Attractions to Visit: Paradise Cove Beach, Surfrider Beach, Malibu Wine and Nature Tours, Paramount Ranch, Getty Villa Museum
Where To Stay: The Surfrider Hotel, Malibu Beach Inn, Calamigos Guest Ranch and Beach Club, Hotel Figueroa, Hotel June
3. Cape Cod, Massachusetts
Cape Cod is an idyllic location for the laid-back bride and her crew. If you want to have more fun in the Atlantic Ocean, you can do some sailing and whale watching, too.
And here’s an under-the-radar tip that most people don’t know about: The Cape Cod National Seashore. It was created on August 7, 1961 by President John F. Kennedy, for which the world should be forever thankful. (Without President Kennedy’s influence, this part of the Cape would otherwise be overrun by skyscraper hotels and Walmarts.) The Cape Cod National Seashore is comprised of 43,500 acres on Cape Cod, Massachusetts that include ponds, woods and beachfront of the Atlantic coastal pine barrens eco-region. The CCNS includes nearly 40 miles of seashore along the Atlantic-facing eastern edge of Cape Cod, in the towns of Provincetown, Truro, Wellfleet, Eastham, Orleans and Chatham. And here, you’re sure to enjoy super-fresh seafood. Try everything from shrimp tacos to authentic New England clam chowder.
Attractions to Visit: Mayflower Beach, Cape Cod Rail Trail, Wellfleet Drive-In, John F. Kennedy Hyannis Museum, Cape Cod National Seashore
Restaurants: Moby Dick’s, PB Boulangerie and Bistro, Arnold’s
Where To Stay: The Escape Inn, Blue Rock Resort, All Season Resort, Hyannis Harbor Hotel, The Villages at Ocean Edge Resort, Sheraton Four Points
4. Charleston, South Carolina
Are you searching for unique bachelorette party destinations? This quaint city in South Carolina ticks all the right boxes. It has accessible beaches, historic sites, and delectable food to boot.
Attractions to Visit: Folly Beach, The Historic District, Schooner Pride Sailboat Cruise, Mount Pleasant Pier, South Carolina Aquarium
Where To Stay: The Charleston Place, Hyatt House Charleston, The Spectator, HarbourView Inn, French Quarter Inn
5. Honolulu, Hawaii
Want an activity-packed beach bachelorette party? Put Honolulu on the upper part of your options. You and your gals can try surfing, snorkeling, and hiking Diamond Head. Make sure to take an outrigger canoe ride at Waikiki Beach — and catch some exciting waves! At the end of the day — and until nighttime — you can simply chill out by the island’s dazzling beaches.
Attractions to Visit: Waikiki Beach, Koko Crater Railway Trailhead, Pearl Harbor National Memorial, Iolani Palace, Bishop Museum
Restaurants: Duke’s, Hula Grill
Where To Stay: The Royal Hawaiian Hotel, The Moana Surfrider, Hilton Hawaiian Village, The Modern Honolulu, Waikiki Beach Tower, Hyatt Regency Resort & Spa
6. The Bahamas
The island nation of Bahamas boasts pristine beaches with turquoise and deep-blue waters — not to mention delicious cocktails. The capital city of Nassau has a thriving nightlife scene, but you can also opt for all-inclusive resorts in other destinations.
Attractions to Visit: Pink Sands Beach, Lucayan National Park, Andros Barrier Reef, Big Major Cay, Pirates of Nassau Museum
Where To Stay: Sandyport Beach Resort, Warwick Paradise Island, Cape Santa Maria Beach Resort & Villas, Rosewood Baha Mar, Viva Wyndham Fortuna Beach
7. Antigua or Nevis, Caribbean
The views, the vibe, the food. The islands of the Caribbean have it all. Want to have a carefree bachelorette weekend with your girls? Antigua is the perfect spot. Are you looking for a hidden gem? Nevis is the place to be. Don’t forget to bring your inflatable tube, so you can float-the-day-away in the water.
Attractions to Visit: Stingray City, Devil’s Bridge National Park, Dickenson Bay, Pinneys Beach, Nevis Botanical Garden
Where To Stay: Curtain Bluff Resort (Antigua), Cocobay Resort (Antigua), Jolly Harbour Luxury Beach House (Antigua), Paradise Beach Resort (Nevis), Four Seasons Resort (Nevis)
8. Tulum, Mexico
This town — located on the Caribbean coastline of Mexico — is for those looking for affordable bachelorette party destinations. At a budget-friendly rate, you can enjoy beautiful beaches (which glow at night, thanks to bioluminescent planktons) and take a trip to the world-famous Mayan ruins. It’s also a very spiritual place, offering inspiring yoga and meditation classes, surrounded by beautiful nature reserves. And don’t you love it when you spot dolphins?
Attractions to Visit: Mayan Beach, Playa Paraiso, Tulum Ruins, Casa Malca, Hartwood, Gitano
Where To Stay: Aloft Tulum, The Waves Tulum Resort, Sanara Tulum, Mezzanine Colibri Boutique Hotel, Papaya Playa Project
9. Vieques, Puerto Rico
To get to this Caribbean gem, you only need to travel around eight miles from the Puerto Rican coast. There are activities for those who want a more relaxed trip (e.g., Glow in the Dark yoga sessions) and those who want to be more adventurous (e.g., horseback riding and hiking). The island is famous for boat tours of Bioluminescent Bay (or Mosquito Bay), where microorganisms give the water a special blue-green glow. It also offers uncrowded beaches that are great for snorkeling. Added to that, wild horses roam the countryside, much of which is preserved as the Vieques National Wildlife Refuge.
Attractions to Visit: Playa Esperanza, Sun Bay, Biolumunisecent Bay, Vieques National Wildlife Refuge, Sorcè Restaurant
Where To Stay: Esperanza Inn, Blue Horizon Boutique Resort, Casa de Tortuga, Bravo Beach Hotel, Finca Victoria Vieques
10. Sicily, Italy
La dolce vita reigns supreme in Sicily! Spend the last days of your single life on the biggest island the Mediterranean has to offer. Not only will you and your crew enjoy translucent waters, but you can also immerse yourselves in their unique culture by visiting food hubs, grand cathedrals, and farmers’ markets. Can you also get a great Italian gelato here? (Try the Nutella or the unbelievably dee-lish chocolate-orange.) Well, is the Pope Catholic?
Attractions to Visit: San Vito Lo Capo, Scala dei Turchi, The Cathedral of Monreale, La Vuccira, Ballarò
Where To Stay: Hotel Capo San Vito, Mori Hotel, Gaia Hotel Perla, Hotel Achibea, Hotel Pocho
11. Ibiza, Spain
It’s ALWAYS party time in Ibiza! This is one of the Balearic islands, an archipelago of Spain in the Mediterranean Sea. It’s well known for the lively nightlife in Ibiza Town and Sant Antoni, where major European nightclubs have summer outposts. But Ibiza is also home to quiet villages, yoga retreats and picturesque beaches that will charm you and your ladies. Bring plenty of SPF!
Attractions to Visit: Benirrás, Ses Salines, San Antonio Bay, Pacha, Dalt Villa
Where To Stay: Hotel Galeon, Villa Benirrás, Siau Ibiza Hotel, Hotel Royal Plaza, Hostal Boutique Salines
12. Viti Levu, Fiji
Fall in love with the Fijian culture and book a getaway trip with your girls to the largest island in the Fijian archipelago. Its beaches will let you bask in the beautiful waters of the South Pacific Ocean. And there’s a lot of food and rum to complete the experience. Viti Levu, Fiji’s largest island, is home to palm-fringed Natadola Beach, reputed to be one of the world’s best; it features picture-postcard-beautiful powdery sand leading to dramatic cliffs. You’ll even find coconuts hanging overhead. You and the gals can be sure to get the freshest pina colada here. Cheers!
Attractions to Visit: Natadola Beach, Sigatoka Valley and Sand Dunes, McArthur Street in Suva, Namosi Highlands
Where To Stay: Fiji Beachhouse, Yatule Resort and Spa, Blue Lagoon Beach Resort, InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa, Fiji Marriott Resort
13. Sun Island, Maldives
As dreamy as this island country’s name, Maldives offers the best views of the Indian Ocean. Sun Island — one of the 1,000+ islands that make up this territory — is known for its sparkling beaches and fresh seafood. Ladies, this is as good as it gets, and the stuff that dreams are made of.
Attractions to Visit: DiveOceanus, ZERO Restaurant, Island Hopping
Where To Stay: Sun Island Resort & Spa, Holiday Island Resort & Spa, LUX* South Ari Atoll
14. Bali, Indonesia
The pastel-hued skies and beaches of Bali are indeed Insta-worthy. But more than that, they offer lush rice terraces and historical temples that usher in a sense of calm and tranquility. It’s a delectable mix of colorful culture, friendly people, stunning nature, countless activities, tropical weather, culinary delights, vibrant nightlife, and beautiful accommodations. It’s no wonder, then, that Bali is famous for being one of the world’s best travel destinations, with something fantastic for everyone to discover.
Attractions to Visit: Jimbaran Beach, Seminyak Beach, Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary, Uluwatu Temple, Tegallalang Rice Terrace
Where To Stay: Le Méridien Bali Jimbaran, Jimbaran Bay Beach Resort & Spa, AYANA Resort, The Seminyak Beach Resort & Spa, The Haven
15. Palawan, Philippines
Palawan is the pinnacle! It is a gorgeous province in the Philippines offering pristine beaches and warm blue waters, stunning limestone cliffs, and lush forests. Palawan is a nature lover’s dream. However, you might already might be familiar with Boracay. You’ll never go wrong whether you choose Puerto Princesa, El Nido, or Coron. The crystal-clear waters and magnificent reefs of this tropical beauty make it one of the best beach bachelorette party destinations in Asia and beyond. Last one in is a rotten egg!
Attractions to Visit: Puerto Princesa Underground River, Hidden Beach (El Nido), Secret Lagoon (El Nido), Snake Island (El Nido), Twin Lagoon (Coron), Kayangan Lake (Coron)
Where To Stay: Sheridan Beach Resort & Spa (Puerto Princesa), Two Seasons (Coron), El Nido Resorts Lagen Island
Now, when all is said and done, remember to bring your sexiest swimsuits!
