This Central American Beach Was Named Most Relaxing in the World — and It Has Clear Turquoise Waters

Little French Key, an island in Honduras, has a beach that took the No. 1 spot.

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Published on October 17, 2024

The beach at Little French Key Resort in Roatán, Honduras . Photo:
Courtesy of Little French Key Resort

Sometimes, you just need a little moment of bliss. A second to yourself. A moment of solitude, peace, and quiet. And the relaxation pros at SpaSeekers.com know exactly where you should go to find it.

In September, the team revealed their new research on the most relaxing beaches around the world. To find its top choices, it used online travel reviews to uncover the most relaxing beaches in every country by tallying up the number of times the word "relaxing" and "relax" was mentioned in reviews, compared to the total number of reviews each destination received. comparison to the total number of reviews. Beaches were then ranked globally and regionally.

After looking at all the available information, Spa Seekers found that Little French Key, an island in Honduras, came out on top.

"The research reveals that the world’s most relaxing beach can be found on the private island of Little French Key, which offers visitors pristine beaches and clear turquoise waters to enjoy," the researchers shared in their findings. "Visitors to the beach clearly feel that it is the perfect spot to escape the stresses of everyday life, with almost 17 percent of over 4,250 reviews referring to the hotspot as ‘relaxing.'"

To get there, you'll have to book a stay with the Little French Key Resort, which operates an all-inclusive hotel across the tiny island. But really, what's better and more relaxing than having everyone else take care of all your needs, including delicious dining, water activities, and even sloth tours for you?

Next on the list is Palm Cove Beach in North Queensland, Australia. According to the findings, 15.3 percent of its 2,228 reviews referred to it "as the perfect place to relax and unwind."

These two are followed up by a rather different choice: Reykjavik’s Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach. Known for its cold waters that are warmed by geothermal energy, it's a spot where travelers can find the best of both worlds. It has a sandy beach that "provides visitors a spot to relax and recharge in, while its warm lagoon, with a streaming hot tub, allows locals and tourists to relax all year round."

As for where you're most likely to find a relaxing beach, the data showed that the North American continent is home to the most, with 22 of the top 50 beaches found in the region.

“When the stress of everyday life gets on top of you, booking a beach holiday to a country far away can be the perfect way to unwind and relax," Jason Goldberg, the director at SpaSeekers.com, added. "Regardless of the beach you’re relaxing on, being close to the sea provides a peaceful escape for many people, away from the hustle and bustle of our busy lives. The calming crashing of waves against the shore, feeling the sand beneath your feet and the breeze on your skin, can ground you back in the present moment and offer a soothing connection to the world’s most beautiful natural coastlines."

See the full list of where you should relax next at spaseekers.com.