Another great stay on Day 6 on Icon of the Seas. On this visit, went and stayed on chill island and ate at the buffet. The pier is able to handle 2 mega boats (the other was Harmony of the Seas this day), and no need for tenders. The number #1 thing about Perfect Day is that even though 2 mega-ships with many guests might come to the island in one day, there will be free SHADED loungers close to the ocean available, even if you come later in the day. That was the case for our party of four, who left the ship around 10 am since we knew food wouldn't be available until at the earliest 10:30. We actively searched for the shuttle that would transport you from the exit bridge of the ship, over the long pier (deep since it needs to stick out far enough into the deep ocean for the mega ships to be able to dock), to the entrance of the park. From there, one can take one of either two shuttles. The less busier one going to the pay-to-enter private beach. The other going to the other side of the island, where Chill Island and South Beach are. We found two sets of 2 together lounge chairs facing the ocean and got comfortable. Wi-Fi is supposed to work here, but we found it really didn't. And because there were so many people using cellular (the island is considered a part of the Bahamas), international plans didn't really work well either. The water is very calm so we were able to wade into the water and admire the small schools of fish. Others saw a manta ray, along with schools of jellyfish. The buffet opened early and I made myself a cheeseburger with all the toppings. It was delicious. There was beach beverage service so got two margaritas for my wife and me, and we sipped them while sitting down on the shallow sand in the water. We didn't stay very long, and left to get back on the boat. Even though we left early, it was still difficult to find empty seats on the next available shuttle. There was no employee maintaining queue/line control, so one had to be aggressive to get a spot. We were able to do so on our 2nd attempt. Once we got back to the pier, there was a well controlled line to take us back to the ship. read more

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Take my review with a grain of salt... I'm a childless adult and I spent the day here by myself. I am not the kind of traveler that likes to vegetate at beach resorts. I go on cruises for the destinations. This is a big resort that is an island unto itself, accessible only to passengers of Royal Caribbean cruise ships. (Sister cruise lines also port here as well, I believe.) You will only set foot here if you are on a cruise with this as a port of call on your itinerary. It is large enough that there are multiple beaches connected by ten-minute tram rides. There are many beaches and pools; many of the pools have swim-up bars. Those are neat, I think. I liked sitting at a stool, in the water, at a bar. The whole operation works just as if you were onboard the ship, so you will use your keycard to pay for things, and if you have a drink package as part of your cruise, it will work here. There are food stands, and a substantial buffet area, with free offerings that are comparable to what you get on a RCCL ship. There are two areas that require a paid day pass in order to access them. I decided to shell out for "Hideaway Beach", the adults-only part of the island. It was child-free as promised, and had a loud DJ-party atmosphere. Nothing too different otherwise. There is a more expensive area called "Coco Beach Club" where kids are allowed but it's expensive so I didn't go. Better food there, I guess. There is a big water park that I didn't try; you have to buy a day pass to experience any of it. I did do the zipline, though. That was pretty fun. Overpriced, maybe. There are many other activities available which you'll learn about by checking for shore excursions on your cruise. If you don't want to spend any money and your ship is here for the day, you can still enjoy a lot of the island. There are lots of deck chairs by pools and on beaches. I know a lot of people really like this thing; there are cruises where the only port of call is Perfect Day At Coco Cay. I'm glad I checked it out, at least. read more

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We had an ok day at Perfect Day at CocoCay. We spent most of our time at Chill Island, which was nice but nothing too exciting. Lunch was definitely a highlight with a good variety of food, and everything was well organized and easy to navigate once we got settled. One thing we were unsure about was how to get around the different "islands" and how far the different areas were from each other. It would have been helpful to have clearer directions or information about transportation between the different areas. Overall, it was a nice day but the experience at Chill Island was just okay for us. read more

Great beaches, swim up bars, service, and lots of activities! However, there's lots of Jellyfish in the water. Overall, we had a great time at this destination but it gets crowded, so get here early if you want a decent place to sit. read more

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We came here November 2025. We had a nice sunny day. However the pool was too cold to swim in like ice water but the ocean was warm enough to get in and enjoy. We didn't buy any extra activities we just got up and got there and 8:30 am and stayed till around 3 pm. So we had a full day. We checked out the pool then we went to chill Island and did some snorkeling. Ate lunch and then walked around the island took some pictures did some shopping. Then we took the tram over to South Beach and did the Nature trail Did some swimming over there. I checked out Captain Jack's and a few other places. We were getting tired saying ran out of steam to explore some more of the island but we got most of it done. The food was great. Lots of choices and the chicken was so good!! I did like how they had flavored water mango lime strawberry We didn't have that on the ship. The one thing they didn't have was coffee. We had a wonderful day. The tram is not one that goes around the island for sightseeing if you get on you have to get off at the stop. Then Wait for the next one too get back on to continue to the next place. But other than that everything was fabulous. read more

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This is one of my favorite spots on royal caribbean cruises. Amazing resort pool and ocean access for recreational activities. I loved the oasis pool in middle of island. The oasis pool has a bar that you can swim up to half of it or stand at the other side and order. The food stations all over the island provide quick snacks for free. They are tasty. If you are on royal caribbean cruise. You will love checking out this stop. read more

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CocoCay is legitimately one of my favorite places in the entire world. I was here in the early 00s before the massive overhaul, and I remembered it fondly as a kid. Now, every since RC decided to update the entire island, the experience has not only gotten better - it is absolutely out of this world. CocoCay is a picture-perfect island paradise, and is in fact often labeled 'the best private island in the business.' Once you go there for yourself, you will see why. First of all, the island itself is gorgeous. When you imagine a natural tropical island in your mind, CocoCay fits that exact description. RC did well to preserve the island's true beauty while also offering several modern accommodations. There are a few paid experiences that you can certainly spring for, but the included amenities are plenty to keep you happy. The island is built like a pinwheel - all the experiences brand out of the center of the island, which happens to be the entrance (or exit, depending on how you're walking) of the port. You can certainly walk around the perimeter of the island, but there is a tram service that makes it very convenient. CocoCay includes several beaches (both swimming and non-swimming), snack huts, a buffet, and a straw market for all your island needs. If you want to pay for the exclusive CocoBeach Club, you certainly can - but honestly, I felt like it was unnecessary. The included food is some of the best you will get out of your entire trip. Also, there can only be two ships in port at a time, so there are plenty of chairs available. RC docks very early in CocoCay - probably around 8am - and most people want to get off right away. My suggest to you is to have a slow morning and let everyone get off - by lunch time, people will be back on the ship to eat. I've been there twice in the last year, and when we got there around 11:30, there were still plenty of chairs available at Chill Beach. You have to be back on the shop by 5, and since it's there private island, they keep track of who checked in and who checked out. (But don't push your luck - respect the time of departure and get on the ship by 5!) This is definitely the highlight of RC's Caribbean / Island cruise. My only wish is that we get to spend more than a day here! read more

Dear fellow cruisers, I have been to Royal Caribbean's private island twice now, and each time I have opted for the Coco Beach Club. I suspect this is what heaven would look like if heaven had cabanas and bartenders who actually smiled because they meant it. Service here is magnificent in a way that makes you want to hug strangers. The servers on the beach and in the restaurant, the bartenders who remember your drink before you finish your first, even the attendants at the towel station, all move like benevolent spirits whose only mission is to make sure you feel like a better version of yourself. Because they limit the number of people allowed in the Beach Club, I never had to do battle for a lounger. There are always plenty around the pool and along the beach, as if someone read my mind and said, Here, have this perfect seat. The day beds, which are first come, first served, do go quickly, which only means that other guests are as smart as I am. Lunch at the Beach Club is not a buffet but a ritual. On my most recent visit, I had a surf and turf of filet mignon and warm water lobster. This is not the large, clawed North Atlantic lobster that reminds you of a cartoon villain, but something gentler yet almost equally decadent. Before the main course, a parade of appetizers arrives like an edible symphony. Fresh ceviche that tasted like it was caught and dressed five minutes ago. Shrimp cocktail that was very good and didn't need an apology from the chef. Vegetable crudité and pita bread with hummus, baba ghanoush and tzatziki that were all fresh enough to make you feel briefly healthy. For dessert, a chocolate brownie with ice cream that might be illegal in some countries for how happy it made me. Even if you are not at the Beach Club, the island itself is a kind of utopia. There are plenty of free things to do and eat. Your WiFi package works here, which means you can still pretend to check work emails while your soul unspools in the sun. If you have the drink package, it works here too, which is the sort of detail that makes life worth living. For the thrill seekers, Thrill Water Park is a cathedral of absurd courage. Daredevil's Peak is the highest water slide in the Caribbean and looks like it might just fling you into another dimension. There are other rides with names that sound like they were invented by a group of caffeinated teenagers, including Dueling Demons, Screeching Serpent, Green Mamba, Manta Racers, Sling Shot, Twister, Splash Speedway and Tail Spin. There is also a wave pool that will toss you around like you are laundry. If you are less interested in screaming for your life, the island has a massive freshwater pool and several beaches, each with its own personality. South Beach, Chill Island, Harbor Beach, Cove Beach and Breezy Bay all have their own mood, like a group of siblings who get along just enough to share the family name. There is another pay to enter area called Hideaway Bay, which is adult only and less exclusive than the Beach Club, but has more of a party atmosphere. Snorkeling at Coco Cay is not the main event. There is no reef the would entice Jacques Cousteau rise from the dead. But the water is crystal clear and warm, and you may spot nurse sharks, lemon sharks, rays and small schools of fish drifting around like lazy thoughts. Coco Cay is, without question, the best private island any cruise company has in the Caribbean. If you do not have a perfect day here, it is probably because you forgot to pack your soul. read more

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The newest area at CocoCay is the adult only area called Hideaway Beach. It is considered a $ shore excursion that varies in price depending on when it is purchased. I originally paid $78 per person until I found a sale and finally got it for $58 a person which was well worth it. The area accommodates 2000 adults but there were only 800 excursions sold on the day I was there. Once off the ship and you take the long walk down the pier, you will vere to the right to catch a tram to the entrance of Hideaway Beach where they will scan your cruise card for entrance. If you choose to walk it and not take the tram, the walk is along the water and very pretty with all the landscape and iguanas along the banks. Once inside, there is a shaded entertainment bar with hanging swings. From there, you will see the beach area and another bar, and a food shack with hot dogs and ceviche which were very good. Ahead is the infinity pool area and you guessed it, another bar. If you keep walking past the pool area, there is the $$$$cabanas and then another bar with a food shack. Slice of life has very good pizza and hot empanadas. There are also bathrooms and lockers if you need. The music at the pool is a little loud closest to the swim up bar which makes it a little hard to hear the bartenders. There are some elevated tables in the pool and a ledge along the infinity overflow ledge where it is very nice to hang out and look at the ocean from the pool. There are thousands of loungers and plenty of shade if you choose. There are also chickens that hang out by the loungers looking for food. Don't leave your snacks on your chair because the seagulls will definitely get them. I took a midday beach break and took the tram back to the main area and then got on the tram that travels around the whole property just to do some sight seeing. I stopped by the main food area to get the portobello sandwich and the fajitas which I wish they had those options at Hideaway Beach. It seems that the adult only area has most of its food to be very child like. Chicken fingers, hot dogs, mozzarella sticks, pizza, and cheese fries and not elevated at all. Hopefully they will improve that in the future. I did like that there were plenty of places to get drinks and beverages were allowed in the pool and ocean. The lifeguards were friendly and the crew on the island seemed to enjoy their jobs and living on CocoCay for 3 a month stretch. I am thrilled that I had great weather and the adult only area was really nice. I would definitely do it again. read more

Perfect Day at CocoCay - Vacation Rentals Near Me - Weslaco, Texas

I recently did back to back cruises with Royal Caribbean and I always love stopping in CocoCay! Everything is basically free with the exception of Coco Beach Club, water park and the new Hideaway beach. To be honest there is no need to pay for anything extra while on the island but you can. Also if you have a drink package you can use that while on the island. Internet is free too! On our first cruise I booked the Coco Beach club which was fabulous. This included private beach front, heated pool, gourmet lunch and upgraded service. It was a nice way to relax. On our second trip unfortunately Mother Nature had other plans so by the time we got on the island for lunch we headed back to the ship because of the rain. This is a must see and do if you sail Royal Caribbean. Great spot for the kids too! read more

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This was my second visit to this island in one year, and this visit was not as memorable as the first. I feel that the quality of the drinks was not up to par. The staff seems tired and overworked and not as enthusiastic or energetic as last year. The island is very clean and feels safe. The tram doesn't really have a schedule like one would think it would go around the island showing you everything instead of just going to one spot and back and then you have to wait for multiple trams to come back if you wanna go to the same spot you started at. After waiting over 45 minutes, I decided to walk, which was a lot quicker than waiting for another tram that was just going back to the ship. I feel it could be more organized and should really go around the entire island and make stops along the way like a normal mode of transportation. I don't really understand having to check in and out when you want a towel. Everyone goes through security and it's owned by the same company. The ship doesn't even do that so why does the island do that? The quality of the Mexican lunch was not as good this year. I felt the meat was tough and unable to chew and the fruit look like it had been sitting out a while and I was there at 11:30 AM. The pool is always freezing and I don't understand how the pool on the ship is warm, but the island is freezing. read more

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We love CocoCay and the private cabanas. They are expensive but if you are taking your family on vacation, I strongly recommend booking this. You will have your own private space, an attendant assigned to you to bring drinks and food, and honestly the price is worth it. Bring cash to tip your attendant and to shop at the local vendor markets. Everything else can be charged to your seapass. read more

I have been here twice before but I must have been blind, I didn't see Captain Jack bar n the Coco lagoon, wish I did as we spent 2 hrs pigging out n had no time left for the lagoon. We took the trolley ride the previous times and it took so much time we missed the good stuffs at least we saw captain Sparrow corner. This lagoon is like a paradise on earth, the buffet is 10x better than the one in Labadee, it was so clean well organized. No flies, the margaritas were so yummy. There are so many kids on this ship now I know why free water park, pool and beaches, one park cost money though. We're lucky the weather was perfect, balmy breezes, Royal Caribbean cruise is the best line no wonder their stock price went up 400%!! Whoohoohoo! I can't wait to come back here. read more

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So much to do at Royal Caribbean's CocoCay !!! Besides their well known Thrill Waterpark Day Pass, CocoCay Zipline, Thrill Waterpark Cabana and Day Pass, South Beach Cabanas, Oasis Lagoon Cabanas, Coco Beach Club- Beach Cabana and Day Pass, South Beach Full-Day Beach Rental, Reef Snorkeling, Scuba Dive with Equipment for Certified Divers or without Equipment, Up Up and away Helium Ballon Ride, Guided Wave Jet Tour, Swimming Pigs Tour, and Sandbar Getaway, You now have and Adults Only area for us to enjoy without any kid disruptions. "THE HIDEAWAY BEACH" With shuttles ready to transport you to the ultimate beachfront party in paradise for adults only, Let the party begin !!! Hideaway Beach (Adults Only) The Hideout Cabana and Day Pass, Hideaway Beach (Adults Only) Day Pass, Hideaway Beach (Adults Only) Hideaway Cabana and Day Pass Choose from five bars to party at with the nonstop music of DJ beats and a large swim up bar, but you can also enjoy the smooth vibe of "On The Rocks" with their amazing view. The Hideaway Hut will feed that food craving with some Ceviche, Coconut Shrimp, Burgers, Hot Dogs, Salads, Fruit, and Funnel Cakes. Or you could visit Slice of Paradise for pizza, chicken sandwiches, and cocktails, and also you could dine in at a complimentary upscale restaurant featuring fresh Grouper, Filet Mignon, and lobster. Well you could always just relax at your Cabana and have your dedicated cabana attendant bring everything to you and your seven guest sharing your cabana. Settle in and relax on the water loungers, hammocks, resort style loungers, outdoor shower access, floating beach mats, cooler, blue tooth speaker, sink, mini fridge, charging outlets and a ceiling fan for that heat or just jump into the Infinity Pool!!! Do look for them discounts available throughout the year for them good deals in their APP or emails. read more

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Lack of imagination or customer service for seating at dinner last night. Not concerned with customer satisfaction only with saying "no !"

This was my first time at Cococay and loved every minute of it!! My group and I were excited to work on our tans, take dips in the perfect temperature waters, stay hydrated with one of the many stations to refill your cups, and enjoy yummy food from the Chill Grill. We camped out at the Chill Island side to which we found ample seating and an umbrella for some shade. There's a bar on one side by the jet skis to which I utilized our package of nonalcoholic drinks such as Virgin mojitos, daiquiris, piña coladas. The other side had Snack Shack which served finger foods and had a self-serve station of fruits and juice dispensers. There's plenty of bathrooms in walking distances and showers to cool off and rinse with. I walked around and checked out South Beach to which was the more lively of beaches with music playing, outdoor games, volleyball courts, an ocean bar. The walk there has a nice tunnel of buttonwood and other native plants - be on the lookout for iguanas! There's beach accessible strollers and wheelchairs for folks that need help maneuvering over the sand and slight bumpy rocks on the path. Those to rent I believe were first come, first serve. There's a waterpark and Hideaway Beach but those were an additional cost which didn't interest us. I could see it great for families or kids but for us, we were simple and wanted to just enjoy the water and sand. The Oasis Lagoon is a great sized pool with a soft, spongy interior which felt great for the feet. For lunch we ate at the included dining places, Chill Grill. I loved the choices of warmed deli sandwiches, BBQ, Mexican, salads, and sweets. The Cuban sandwich was toasted perfectly and the additional foods had great flavor plus minimal salt. The covered tarp areas provided ample shade. There were a lot of seagulls that also enjoyed the food, so to prevent them from picking at ours we would cover our plates with a paper plate and take turns getting food. Some areas were less bird-filled but it's entertaining to see them up close walking about. Overall loved the amenities offered for this Perfect Day playground. Felt great to not have to carry so much water thanks to the sufficient stations to stay hydrated and refill your bottle plus you can find towel stations here and there to swap sandy ones out. I loved the included beach chairs. You can rent a cabana or bed for additional charge or do an excursion, but we were happy with the included stuff. Great spot to work on your tan and soak in the sights and salty healing waters! read more

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I have been here twice, once to the water park and the other to the beach and oasis pool. I personally like it better on the beach and oasis side since the water park can be a bit expensive for what it's worth. We got rained on and the cruise offered us a credit when we were at the water park last year. Since we decided not to do any excursions this time around, the weather ended up being perfect and we did what we wanted. Swim, eat, drink, and repeat. There is something to do for all ages and you won't go hungry. The buffet offers tacos, salads, burgers, hot dogs, self serve ice cream machines, and plenty of beverages. Everything is within walking distance if you don't use the trams. It definitely was a perfect day at Coco Cay. read more

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Truly is a perfect day! We visited in April as a family of 4 (boys were 4 and 6 years old.) it's not a terribly long walk from the boat onto the island. We paid the extra money for the water park but I can honestly say it wasn't truly worth it for our boys based on their heights. That said we enjoyed the wave pool which is where we left our stuff all day, and my 6 year old went on 1-2 slides with his dad. There was also a little pool with an obstacle area they did once. A majority of what we did was outside the water park though. There are shuttles to all the different areas and each was so fun! My kids saw the life size soccer pool game on a Mr Beast video so we found that in one area that had lounge chairs by the ocean and a bar. Ok, so I went to the little bar hut here to get drinks for my husband and sodas for the boys. There were many people at this bar but a few servers were getting drinks for people. Bartenders weren't friendly and eventually when one helped me, we placed an order for a mojito, rum punch, Shirley temple and a sprite. My 4 year old had a few sips but didn't love it. I thought I'd have some of his Shirley temple, it had alcohol in it. Assuming it was a complete mistake but maybe be a little extra cautious with your kids drinks. We went to the pool lagoon for a bit and it was also fun. There was another area with a large buffet, we found that towards the very end and wished we'd know about it earlier, soooo many options and it was sooooooo good! Find it to eat at!!! There were 2 little kid water play areas, obviously gorgeous beaches to play and swim in, activities throughout, a few food places and plenty of bar/drink areas! There's an adult only area but we clearly couldn't go. I don't know if those overwater bungalows are worth it if you plan to explore the island. We considered it but glad we didn't. Looked beautiful but we're farther from the main areas, and unless you plan to just sit and relax there I wouldn't book those. There's PLENTY of chairs to get alllll over the island. I should note there were only 2 boats docked when we were there, I've heard sometimes there are a few more making it busier. There were long lines for the tall tower of slides, we didn't bother with those. This was truly our favorite day of our 7 night cruise!!! 1000000000% encourage you get to cococay!!! read more

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Perfect Day at Coco Cay, Perfect actual exists on Royal Caribbean, private island Coco Cay. Had such a wonderful day, with the entire family of seven. We got to the island around 830am and enjoyed every aspect of fun, the island had to offer. The island is full of all amenities, there are so many bathrooms throughout the island. Especially with young kids, you are all covered. Highly recommend getting on the island early, as many tables and chairs go quickly. I do recommend that you take the time, to experience Coco Cay. read more

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This was surprisingly fun. For a 100% owned and run cruise ship port of call, the beaches were nice, the water clear, and there was plenty of beach chairs, hammocks, and swimming for all. The drink prices remain insane, like on the boat. read more

Fantastic day at Cococay. The food was excellent. Basically, finger food....no chicken wings (whattttt). We rented the cabana, which allowed for cover from the elements because it did rain though brief Decent bar with nice selection of drinks and beer. If you makenit here, take some time out to tour the entire island... lots to see. read more

Perfect Day at CocoCay - Entrance to Hideaway beach. - Vacation Rentals Near Me - Weslaco, Texas

Royal's private island in the Bahamas is THE private island of the cruise lines. They have spent big bucks to turn this island into an array of different spots for different wants. Big thrills water park, fun pool with dj and bar, private cabanas, plenty of beachfront area, adult only spaces, zip lines, and food and bars a plenty; some free, some for cost. With two ships (not even talking the newest largest ones) in port, certain areas can definitely feel the crowd. Usually it's felt in the free pool and smaller food outlets like the Snack Shacks. Speaking of the shacks, that's where you go for the funnel cake and the shack chicken sandwich. We will get off the ship just for those. They do, however, also have some great premade salads and you can add fried or grilled chicken. At the larger buffet areas I recommend the portobello sandwich or the philly cheesesteak, or make your own taco salad. If you bring your own snorkel equipment and get off early enough (before all the sunscreen clouds the water), you can snorkel for free on the beach just off the rocks. Usually fish around to see. Last time we were there the lifeguard said there was a lemon shark around in the morning. Haven't gone to the water park yet but maybe I'll make it there one day. They also have a tram pretty frequently to take you to and from the boat. Overall lots to do on the island for free. read more

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Cococay is one of the nicest islands for cruise ship private islands. The beaches are beautiful and well-maintained. The food options are plentiful and delicious. There are multiple places near the beaches and a main pavilion where there's lots of food served fast! The staff is super attentive and friendly. The common pool area has a live DJ, a swim up bar, and is well maintained and beautiful. It is a party pool! Everybody likes to congregate here. If you want more of a chill vibe, try any of the beaches either by walking or by trolley. "Chill Island" is especially quiet. The trolleys operate efficiently and can get you around the island to wherever you need to go, it's also walkable if you don't mind a short hike. The only thing you have to hope for is good weather and it will be a Perfect Day at CocoCay! read more

Perfect Day at CocoCay - Vacation Rentals Near Me - Weslaco, Texas

This was the most fun I've ever had on an island thanks for the memories and great times read more

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I think Coco Cay was my favorite part of my cruise with Royal Caribbean. There are quite a few different spots on Coco Cay, each with a different feel. For example Chill Island was laid back and chill, then crossing over to Oasis Lagoon where the party is happening at the bar in and out of the pool. And there are hammocks! I took a nice little nap after a few pina coladas. There are a few restaurants on the island, but the buffet has a variety of food from burgers to tacos to salad. The food at the buffet was decent, but they really go heavy on the salt. There are also 2 self serve beer machines. read more

For nearly every second of my entire existence (or...more accurately, since summer of 2022), I often daydreamed of going on a Caribbean cruise. I mean, there is SO much to do just on the ship alone, not to mention throughout its various destinations, that I struggled to figure out a way to properly cover everything inside of one Yelp review. I figure....the only way to properly convey all my key points on Royal Caribbean as a whole, not solely this island, would be to break this review down to 5 categories: CocoCay Island (of course), Harmony of the Seas (the ship I embarked upon), its shops, activities, and of course...its restaurants. You ready? *cracks knuckles* Let's do this! CocoCay Island: This place is essentially Royal Caribbean's own personal paradise, theme and water park. Like, imagine your local water park....except WAY more expensive. Sufficed to say, we opted out of this one because we like not being broke. Regarding the "theme park" side of things, closest we ever got was testing out the zip-line. So many people on Reddit kept saying it wasn't worth the money, but I beg to differ. My son and I each took to the [low] skies and it was an adventure we'll never forget. The food on the island was....okay-ish. Like, edible, but somehow worse than the main dining room (more on them later). Oh, but the gorgeous open seas and beaches more than made up for that. Overall rating: 8 out of 10. Harmony of the Seas: Since I'm not Captain Ahab or anyone like that, I'll keep this one short. From an average consumer's perspective, this ship is, without question, truly magnificent! You won't even remember you're on a ship at times because the center villes and such feel like you're walking through a mall. Its massive structure makes for fairly solid ground. We felt a slight rocking towards Day 7, but never once got sea sick. Also, the ship is filled with things to do. Way too much to get into here though. Overall rating: 10 out of 10. The shops: This one's quick, too. We only went to one shop, which I *guess* would be considered the "main" one. It's the one with the RC symbol on it, across from Johnny Rockets, Deck 6 (Crikey! Have I been indoctrinated at sea?). Bought a sick sweatshirt there. Prices are slightly inflated, but manageable in the scheme of cruises n' such. Overall rating: 8 out of 10. Activities: Remember how I mentioned that there's simply too much to get into when discussing activities on Harmony? I wasn't kidding. This ship is so massive, I believe there is something interesting to do on every single deck. To briefly cover a few personal highlights, though - The Water slides: b*tchin'! The dry slide: Also b*tchin'! Though...a bit slower than its water counterpart. Destinations: well paced and balanced with sea days. The arcades: overpriced as hell with a pathetic game selection. The shows: I'm more of a movie-out-on-the-aqua-theater-at-night kinda guy, ya know? To be honest, my favorite thing to do on the ship was cruise most of the bars and socialize the best way an introvert can; sporadically and intermittently. But my point is, you CAN'T get bored on this ship. You just can't. Overall rating: 9 out of 10. Finally....we saved my favorite category for last: the restaurants. Don't worry. I'll summarize all of the places we personally tried. Though part of me sorely wishes I could leave full reviews for each place. Oh well. Here'goes.. The Main Dining Room: hit or miss for us. We didn't set expectations too high (considering the Windjammer is way better). So, going in, I assumed the food would be somewhere around...Applebee's level tolerable. But to sum up: we ate here a grand total of 4 times and only 1 of those meals ranked above a 5 for me. So all that's to say, this place barely even lives up to its mediocre reputation. But then, that's why we have.. The Specialty Dining: We visited 4 restaurants whilst on the ship - Izumi, Chops Grille (x2), 150 Central Park, and Jamie's Italian. Chops was easily our favorite above all. Service and food were superb! 10 out of 10 for Chops. Izumi served some of the best seaside hibachi I've ever had the pleasure of tasting. It was...interesting watching them cook without fire, I must say. 10 out of 10 for Izumi. 150 Central Park was date night for wifey and I. In addition to having one of the best maître d's on the ship, the food was exquisite (I have GOT to get that lobster thermidor recipe)! 10 out of 10 for 150. And then we have Jamie's. *sigh* This place is awful, you guys. I hate ending things on such a downer. But in short, Jamie's Italian was easily the worst of the specialty restaurants in our book. His cooking is just so bland! Looks like Uncle Roger was right. 2 out of 10 for Jamie's. There. We did it. We have managed to traverse through all the crucial talking points of this luxurious cruise line. And I am giving CocoCay and the entire Royal Caribbean experience 5 massive ships sailing into the sunset at sea out of 5. read more

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We did the CocoCay Beach Club and it was worth the extra cost for a quieter beach experience. The staff were friendly and welcoming. Especially the restaurant host Jordan!! Loved loved that the chairs had flags on them to signal the drink staff. Great nonalcoholic options and the best bar staff. The upgraded meal and service was phenomenal. Loved that we had a larger party and the waiter brought out appetizers boxes so we could all sample the menu. A few loved items they would have never tried if they ordered on their own. Shout out to the ceviche and humus! Delicious!! For many courses, most in the group ordered the surf and turf. Cooked to perfection! I also heard good things at the table about the burger and lobster sandwich but the other star was the chicken caesar salad. Finally, we enjoyed the desserts. I'm not a rum cake fan but those at the table said it was strong! Overall a perfect day at CocoCay Beach Club read more

Cococay is owned by Royal Caribbean. I felt safe on the island. It's a few minute walk right from the ship. We had a lot of fun and wish we had more time on the island! read more

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Came to coco cay on the Jewel of the Sea. Amazing Service and food! E we had the surf and turf Lobster and filet mignon. So good and filling with the starter tray. Great server Jarbson from Brazil. So much lobster and the filet was perfectly cooked. We were so satisfied with our visi read more

Perfect Day at CocoCay - Surf and turf (fantastic) - Vacation Rentals Near Me - Weslaco, Texas

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Beautiful island with ample beaches for everyone. We went to the adults only area and found a couple loungers and got frosty beverages from a friendly waiter. Lunch was great; crispy fish sandwich is tasty and fresh. No cash needed if you have ship card with a drink package. read more

What a beautiful place the views are absolutely stunning. The water is warm and blue where you could see your toes. It's absolutely beautiful. Coco Cay has a little bit of everything for all ages. But I happen to like the Coco Cay private beach area ( that comes with a price ) yet well worth it & we have one life, it's on or in the back of the island or front ( I guess depending on which way you look at it ) has a pool that overlooks the ocean you can swim in the pool or the ocean and you also get a steak and lobster lunch with your passes - it's just more private, but the island itself is absolutely stunning.! read more

Perfect Day at CocoCay - My view for the day! - Vacation Rentals Near Me - Weslaco, Texas

We didn't see much of the island (by design) we paid to get into the adults only area and it was worth it. No feckin' kids! I recommend it. I also got the sweet bucket hat I'm wearing in the picture there. read more

Perfect Day at CocoCay - Vacation Rentals Near Me - Weslaco, Texas

I haven't taken a cruise in over 25 years. This was a great experience. Nice size boat. The ride was fairly smooth, the food was decent in the main dining hall. I did not try too many of the other restaurants. I did order the unlimited drink package, if you like to drink then I would recommend getting it. They also offer unlimited nonalcoholic packages. Note: there is no clothes irons allowed. So bring things that are easy to wear or use their laundry service. read more

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Royal Caribbean usually delivers great service, which is why I paid extra for the Beach Club at CocoCay. Unfortunately, it was far from a "Perfect Day." The issue wasn't just the conflicting information we were given or the noticeably subpar service inside the Beach Club--it was the aggressive and humiliating treatment we received from the lunch server, the restaurant manager, lead bartender Ines, and the Beach Club manager, whose name may be Demintus (though he fled the moment I asked to write his name down). The situation escalated over a non-alcoholic Piña Colada I ordered for my daughter, who had a drink package. The restaurant manager initially acknowledged this and I believed it was resolved. But then a server returned and aggressively insisted the charge would not be removed, stating I was the one who ordered it. Even more disturbing was how things unfolded from there. My sister and I asked to speak with the Beach Club manager. Instead, both the manager and Ines arrived with hostile energy, demanding names of staff who had previously given us complimentary non-alcoholic drinks (which we were told were included). I was stunned when Ines said, "Ma'am, we are trying to keep our staff and other guests safe, so please cooperate." I was never rude or loud. We ended up leaving early. Unless management and culture change, I would not recommend spending extra on the Beach Club. read more

Royal Caribbean in the past has been a stand out experience. I'm not sure exactly what has changed but if you have sailed in the past and loved it, it's still a passable vacation just temper EVERY expectation. From food to service to spa the problem is really the poor attention to care. Perhaps they've had to cut their staff or perhaps they cannot attract the same level of dedication in their staff but there is a marked change. I witnessed a number of upset customers as you do on a cruise. Expect no level of concern if you have ANY issues. I wish I hadn't needed to know this. If your trip doesn't require any troubleshooting you'll be okay. Since it's a cruise it's still an easy vacation. read more

Beautiful Cay, well kept. Everything was in immaculate condition when I visited. Food was absolutely delicious and members of staff were friendly, courteous and helpful. Multiple food, drink and ice cream stations as well as beach umbrellas and chairs. Maps provided were helpful and there is a multiplicity of signs. read more

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Visited CocoCay 2/18/25. Wonderful place to visit. The crowd was reasonable and the people providing service were exceptional. It is always nice to see folks that are proud of what they are providing. We opted to the Hideaway beach for adults. Nice place to relax and have a few drinks! Thanks! read more

Perfect Day at CocoCay - Chillin at Hideaway - Vacation Rentals Near Me - Weslaco, Texas

We had a great time at Coco Cay. It was rather windy and the water was initially quite chilly but that did not deter our good time. There was a lot of wildlife like lizards and birds which were fun to see. The views were stunning. Staff was very friendly and helpful. We also very much enjoyed the food. We would both recommend and return. read more

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Private island of Royal Caribbean Lines. Has great breakfast aches, pools, water slides . Good eating establishments and excellent staff . Ships dock close by but tram services ti different locations. read more

Very nice private island wonder by Royal Caribbean. There's nothing to want for here and plenty to do... including food! Super nice staff and very well laid out. Shuttles and paths everywhere. read more