Resort Center

Coral View Beach Resort & Dive Center

Utila · Bay Islands · Honduras

Center type

Resort Center

Established

2000

Gas support

Nitrox

Access type

Shore & Boat

Equipment rental

Full

from

$35

Highlights

  • Beachfront resort with direct house reef access
  • Quieter Sandy Bay location away from town bustle
  • On-site accommodation from budget rooms to cabanas

Services & capabilities

Boat dives
Shore dives
Night dives
Technical diving
Rebreather support
Sidemount
Freediving
Snorkeling
Underwater scooter (DPV)
House reef
Equipment servicing
Photography support
Private guides
Kids friendly
Training pool
Restaurant

Courses & Training

Professional courses5-Star Center

Specialty courses

DeepNitroxNight

About this center

Beachfront PADI 5-Star resort on Utila's Sandy Bay with house reef, on-site accommodation, and a quieter alternative to town-center dive shops.

Coral View Beach Resort & Dive Center is a PADI 5 Star Resort combining beachfront accommodation with a full-service dive center on the quieter sandy bay side of Utila island. Unlike the busier town-center dive shops, Coral View offers a resort-style atmosphere with direct beach access and a house reef for shore diving.

The resort's beachfront setting provides a unique advantage on Utila: guests can walk from their cabana or room directly to the dive center and dock, or step into the warm Caribbean waters for a shore dive on the house reef. This accessible reef is excellent for Discover Scuba programs, checkout dives for students, and relaxed independent exploration by certified divers.

Boat dives access the wider reef system around Utila, including the dramatic north shore wall dives and pinnacle sites that the island is famous for. The dive center offers PADI courses from beginner through professional levels, with both group and private instruction available. Equipment rental is comprehensive and well-maintained.

Accommodation at Coral View ranges from budget rooms to beachfront cabanas, all within steps of the dive center. The resort includes a restaurant and bar, making it a self-contained base for a dive vacation. The location on Sandy Bay offers a quieter, more relaxed alternative to Utila Town while still being within easy reach of the island's restaurants and nightlife.

Opening Hours & Season

Open year-round

Opening hours

  • Monday: Open 24 hours
  • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
  • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
  • Thursday: Open 24 hours
  • Friday: Open 24 hours
  • Saturday: Open 24 hours
  • Sunday: Open 24 hours

Accommodation & Logistics

Accommodation

own

Pickup service
Airport transfer
Accessible facilities
Adaptive diving

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you have a house reef?+

Yes! Our beachfront location provides direct access to a house reef suitable for shore dives, Discover Scuba programs, and independent exploration.

Is the resort far from Utila Town?+

We're on Sandy Bay, a short walk or water taxi ride from Utila Town. It's close enough for restaurants and nightlife but quieter and more relaxed.

What accommodation is available?+

We offer a range from budget rooms to beachfront cabanas. All are within steps of the dive center, restaurant, and beach.

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